Title: Visit Maradana: 2026 Maradana, Colombo Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Maradana](https://expedia.com/Maradana-Colombo-Hotels.0-n553248635975863417-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Colombo](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Colombo.d869.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Colombo](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Colombo.d869.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Maradana](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Maradana.d553248635975863417.Car-Rental-Guide)[Maradana Vacations](https://expedia.com/Maradana.d553248635975863417.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Maradana ## Colombo ![The boys waiting patiently for the poya parade to start...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/1049c3b0-dd1f-40d9-8e3c-1f820214df29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The boys waiting patiently for the poya parade to start...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/1049c3b0-dd1f-40d9-8e3c-1f820214df29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Maradana Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Colombo Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Colombo.dx869) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Beautiful Colombo city buildings and skyline in Sri Lanka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974766275/8e75d0b8-8577-4835-b941-cbc96ebf193c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Colombo City Centre 4/5(4 reviews) You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Colombo City Centre during your visit to Colombo 02\. [](https://expedia.com/Colombo-City-Centre-Colombo.d553248635974766275.Vacation-Attraction) ![#Reflections...the sunset reflection on the ocean was really something! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/c06f9bf7-768c-4719-acff-520cefa6ccb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Galle Face Green 4/5(67 reviews) After visiting Galle Face Green, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colombo 03\. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Galle-Face-Green-Kompannaweediya.d6228088.Vacation-Attraction) ![Gopuram tower of Hindu Temple in Colombo, Sri Lanka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6121038/63985d0b-5289-4f26-a2b1-308366094226.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pettah Market 3.5/5(34 reviews) You can do some window-shopping at Pettah Market during your stay in Colombo. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Pettah-Market-Fort.d6121038.Vacation-Attraction) ![Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall, Colombo, Sri Lanka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6330818/8ef89c33-9c18-4c59-a5c4-18cfcaae1c3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall 4.5/5(13 reviews) Find out about the history of Colombo 07 when you spend time at Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Bandaranaike-Memorial-International-Conference-Hall-Thimbirigasyaya.d6330818.Vacation-Attraction) ![Hong Kong Waffles now available at One Galle Face Mall, WAFL Sri Lanka doing a great job and glad to see more and more foreign brands opening up in the Mall. Located LG at One Galle Face In the picture is a Nutella and KitKat Waffle which was priced at 1180/- LKR #trover #whatshot #foodies #troverfoodies #waffles #eeeeats](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/8b67863c-cebe-4891-a747-1f180e2671ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### One Galle Face You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at One Galle Face during your stay in Colombo 03\. [](https://expedia.com/One-Galle-Face-Kompannaweediya.d553248635998085741.Vacation-Attraction) ![Gangaramaya temple is situated just 1km away from the heart of Colombo. I highly recommend you to visit this place if you find yourself in Sri Lanka. You will witness thousands of temples while you are traveling around Sri Lanka. All those temples are influenced by Theravada. But, Gangaramaya temple is influenced by a mixture of Theravada and Mahayana and it's really a nice place. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/2b677267-81b1-42d5-8b15-678add07e1e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gangaramaya Temple 4.5/5(30 reviews) After visiting Gangaramaya Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colombo 02\. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.com/Gangaramaya-Temple-Colombo.d6228078.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Half Day Private Tour to Udawalawe National Park Jeep Safari](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46947800/cf1bfe1c-ed8f-4d4e-bbd1-5fd072647015.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Udawalawe National Park Half Day Jeep Safari (Private Tour) $36 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/udawalawe-national-park-half-day-jeep-safari-private-tour.a46947800.activity-details) ![Colombo City Tour Explore History & Different Food Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46269199/34c3fc59-7d3d-4006-9e0c-da6460b12dbe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Colombo City Tour Explore History & Different Food Tasting $27 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/colombo-city-tour-explore-history-different-food-tasting.a46269199.activity-details) ![Premium Service ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2395817/020cc598-530a-4146-aca6-f70171639bd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 01 Day $31 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/private-car-hire-with-driver-guide-for-01-day.a2395817.activity-details) ![Port of Colombo ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5144438/5d83997c-74ca-4c55-9b37-76fb6da6238e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tuk Tuk Private Safari Tour Exploring Sri Lanka's Capital Colombo $33 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/tuk-tuk-private-safari-tour-exploring-sri-lankas-capital-colombo.a5144438.activity-details) ![Green View Safari](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2595123/ff69b34f-a162-42cc-9fdc-8adfdd779156.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Green View Safari $30 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/green-view-safari.a2595123.activity-details) ![Gangaramaya](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2956206/a9a83edc-4394-4325-946c-24bd90df4526.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full-Day Colombo City Tour (Private Car) $80 per traveler [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-colombo-city-tour-private-car.a2956206.activity-details) [See all activities in Colombo](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Colombo.d869.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Maradana Hotel Deals ![Shangri-La Colombo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19420000/19414300/19414242/8b709302_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shangri-La Colombo 1 Galle Face Colombo $160 nightly $195 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (556 reviews) Everything is great from the staff, to the room, to the amenities and location. Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F15%2F2026&endDate=3%2F16%2F2026&selected=19414242&PinnedHotelID=19414242&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863417) ![Marino Beach Colombo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29970000/29961100/29961010/46836ee4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Marino Beach Colombo 590 Marine Drive Colombo WP $96 nightly $115 total Mar 2 - Mar 3 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews) Fab hotel. Really loved and would stay again Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F2%2F2026&endDate=3%2F3%2F2026&selected=29961010&PinnedHotelID=29961010&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863417) ![Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104810000/104800800/104800745/e4a70ad8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams No. 01 Justice Akbar Mawatha 02 Colombo Colombo $161 nightly $196 total Mar 7 - Mar 8 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Beira Lake and Galle Face Green are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (125 reviews) Clean rooms Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F7%2F2026&endDate=3%2F8%2F2026&selected=104800745&PinnedHotelID=104800745&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863417) ![Mount Lavinia Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/880000/878800/878703/ec947e34_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mount Lavinia Hotel 100 Hotel Road Mount Lavinia Book a stay at this beach hotel in Mount Lavinia. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Mount Lavinia Beach and Traditional ... 8/10 Very Good! (736 reviews) Is this hotel really four-star standard⁉️ I traveled from the USA to visit my family in Sri Lanka and reserved a two-night stay at Mount Lavinia Hotel. After more than 32 hours of flying, I arrived just before check-in time only to be told they couldn’t find my reservation. First, I want to give ... Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F9%2F2026&endDate=3%2F10%2F2026&selected=878703&PinnedHotelID=878703&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863417) [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F9%2F2026&endDate=3%2F10%2F2026&selected=878703&PinnedHotelID=878703&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863417) ![Taj Samudra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8600/8518/1973c44b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Taj Samudra 25 Galle Face Centre Road Colombo $88 nightly $108 total Mar 9 - Mar 10 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Galle Face Green Night Market and Galle Face ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (416 reviews) Fantastic room, great staff and a lovely view. The property does not have a private beach but you can access the port area bang in front of the property. Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F9%2F2026&endDate=3%2F10%2F2026&selected=8518&PinnedHotelID=8518&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863417) ![Granbell Hotel Colombo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76380000/76370800/76370717/3e246c14_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Granbell Hotel Colombo Kollupitiya Road, 282/5 Colombo Western Province $91 nightly $108 total Feb 24 - Feb 25 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (365 reviews) Perfect experience. 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[](https://expedia.com/Colombo-Suduwella.dx553248635976398252) ![Beira lake is situated just 1km away from the heart of Colombo. It has been one of the top tourist destinations in the commercial capital, Colombo as Gangarama Temple is located just next to Beira lake. I really recommend this place for you who are visiting Sri Lanka. Other than the religious background, it's a great place to capture some water birds as well. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/6340bfbc-8d64-4424-9cd6-7f94e4cc1967.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hunupitiya When in Hunupitiya, you can plan a visit to Colombo Lotus Tower and Colombo City Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.com/Colombo-Hunupitiya.dx553248635976397500) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ibbanwala While Ibbanwala isn't home to many top sights, Colombo City Centre and Chabad of Sri Lanka are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.com/Colombo-Ibbanwala.dx553248635976398969) ![Red mosque Pettah, COlombo, Sri Lanka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939578369/014981ec-31d4-4722-b337-aceb03daa850.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pettah You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Pettah. You might want to make time for a stop at Pettah Market or Dutch Period Museum. [](https://expedia.com/Colombo-Pettah.dx553248635939578369) ![Independence Memorial or Commemoration Hall at Independence Square in the Cinnamon Gardens, Colombo, for commemoration of the independence from the British rule.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348715/f82ace37-723c-45e9-9b50-d06566457751.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cinnamon Gardens 4/5(9 area reviews) You'll enjoy the museums and gardens in Cinnamon Gardens. You might want to make time for a stop at Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre or Sinhalese Sports Club. [](https://expedia.com/Colombo-Cinnamon-Gardens.dx6348715) ![#Reflections...the sunset reflection on the ocean was really something! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/c06f9bf7-768c-4719-acff-520cefa6ccb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kompannaweediya While visiting Kompannaweediya, you might make a stop by sights like One Galle Face and Galle Face Beach. 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