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Colombo Haven Bed & Breakfast

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263/6 Galle Road | Kollupitiya, Colombo 03, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Ranked #7 of 28 Colombo B&B and Inns
4.0 of 5 stars 51 Reviews
Colombo Haven Bed & Breakfast
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Colombo, Sri Lanka
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Reading the amazing reviews, a friend mine who was looking for a place to stay in Colombo wanted me to check out the place. When I called on their behalf to find out about rates, availability, the first question I was asked was 'which nationality'? For a moment I was at a loss and when I gave my answer was... More

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jon_kr, Owner at Colombo Haven Bed & Breakfast, responded to this review
27 May 2012

Dear Hiroshani, Thanks for your review. Sorry to hear that you felt discriminated. That was and is not our intention. It is purely a business decision and nothing personal. If you or any stranger come to our door step and needed help, we would go out of our way to help you as well. That's the Sri Lankan way I... More

London, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

We were lucky enough to get a room at the Haven for our last night before flying home, and we were really glad we did. John and Shyamali are such wonderful hosts and they really do take pride in providing for their guests, which made the stay feel special. The room was very spacious with a huge comfortable bed, aircon,... More

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26 May 2012

Dear Sarah, Thanks so much for your review. John and Shymali enjoyed hosting you. We appreciate you taking the time for a detailed review and look forward to hosting you the next time you are in the country. Blessings, Jonathan More

Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

We stayed here for the recent test match and cannot say enough about the superb hospitality from John and Shyamali. Nothing is too much trouble for this lovely couple and the breakfast's are fantastic. They cook everything whilst you wait and it just keeps on coming. There were four of us and we stayed 7 nights using three rooms the... More

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jon_kr, Owner at Colombo Haven Bed & Breakfast, responded to this review
26 May 2012

Dear David, Thanks for your review. We thoroughly enjoyed hosting you and can't wait for the next time. Thanks for your feedback about our decor in Margossa Den. It has been taken to heart and changes already made. We would continue to make changes for the better and appreciate your constructive feedback towards that. Blessings, Jonathan More

Pulau Penang, Malaysia
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

Stayed here for 4 nts in Sri Lanka.Airport transfer was arranged promptly at 1.30am.The room is clean,big and comfortable.John and his wife were very friendly and helpful.Arranged a good tuk tuk driver to send me to the seminar everyday. They prepared good breakfast and vegetarian dinner. They were so kind to show me around the temple. Once again would like... More

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jon_kr, Owner at Colombo Haven Bed & Breakfast, responded to this review
26 May 2012

Dear K.T Wah, Thanks for your review. We are very glad that you had a good stay with us. It was our pleasure hosting you and look forward to the next time. Blessings, Jon More

trier
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

We choosed the Colombo Haven since we need an early Check-in and that guesthouse didn't charge a full night for that. Moreover, they organized an airport-pick-up for us. The guesthouse has 4 rooms, of which each has its own bathroom now. The breakfast-table (for all guests) is located directly next to the kitchen and Mr. Jon is happy to get... More

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jon_kr, Owner at Colombo Haven Bed & Breakfast, responded to this review
8 May 2012

Dear grafmoltke, Thanks for your kind review. John and his wife and team enjoyed hosting you as well. We are glad you had a good stay with us and look forward to the next time. Blessings, Jonathan More

Bangalore
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

I checked out this property over internet and made bookings for Colombo Haven based on the reviews I saw here on tripadvisor and their website. I was impressed with the responsiveness and dealings with John. When I landed up at this property i was very disappointed after seeing what they had to offer. The room eventhough looked OK, did not... More

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jon_kr, Owner at Colombo Haven Bed & Breakfast, responded to this review
8 May 2012

Dear InsaneNirvana, Thanks for your review. We are sorry that you didn't end up staying with us. You visited us 5 months ago, in Dec last year and since then, we have made so many upgrades to our place. You might not even recognise the rooms and the bathrooms any more. Since your visit, we have added two new attached... More

Gold Coast, Australia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

An idyllic little haven centrally located but tucked neatly away from the hustle on Galle Road. In all honesty I never slept better or ate better in my entire Sri Lankan stay! The staff were unbelievably kind and accommodating and made myself & family feel welcome from the get go. Every morning we were awoken by incredible scents drifting from... More

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jon_kr, Owner at Colombo Haven Bed & Breakfast, responded to this review
8 May 2012

Dear MimiB2012, Thanks so much for your kind and detailed review. We thoroughly enjoyed meeting all of you as well. It was our absolute pleasure to have had the opportunity to be of service to you guys, specially the little ones. Can't wait for the next time you are in town. Blessings, Jonathan More

Queensland
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

I was travelling on my own to begin with and decided on this B & B. I couldn't believe my luck with such friendly staff. John in particular told me about this restaurant across the road called Dosa King. at first I was apprehensive but went anyway and had probably one of the best and authentic experiences of my whole... More

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jon_kr, Owner at Colombo Haven Bed & Breakfast, responded to this review
24 April 2012

Dear QueenslandRoz, Thank you for your review. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. John and his team thoroughly enjoyed hosting you. We are very happy you enjoyed our breakfast, which is our pleasure to serve. Glad you had a good experience at the Dosa king as well. It's not everyone's cup of tea,... More

Melbourne
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

Handily positioned on Galle road with easy access to transport. We stayed nine days here and cannot fault the service, the breakfasts were delicious and the staff extremely helpful. However our stay was a little uncomfortable with all the renovations going on in this building at the time, there was no clock on/off time and the noisy and dusty work... More

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jon_kr, Owner at Colombo Haven Bed & Breakfast, responded to this review
24 April 2012

Dear Marie L, Thanks for your review. We are sorry to hear about your troubles with the tour. Sometimes, hotels do make mistakes with the type of room requested, but I believe it was sorted out when my manager contacted their head office. I know that you appreciated the fact that my manager was able to negotiate a late checkout... More

Bristol
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

Stayed here for my first night in Sri Lanka. Clean and comfortable room (the shower cubicle has to be seen to be believed!) and amazing Sri Lankan breakfast. Staff very friendly and helpful. I would stay here again.

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jon_kr, Owner at Colombo Haven Bed & Breakfast, responded to this review
24 April 2012

Dear ukulelemaybe, Thank you very much for your review. We enjoy cooking the breakfast for you and it brings great satisfaction when our guests enjoy it as much. It was our pleasure hosting you and look forward to the next time. Blessings, Jonathan More

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