Mount Lodge

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“A charming three-bedroom B&B in a former family home, with spacious rooms & verdant internal courtyards. Beautifully designed by celebrated architect C Anjalendran, this intimate bolthole promises superb service & fantastic breakfasts in laid-back Mount Lavinia. A rare find. ”

Hotel review

Cleverly designed by one of Sri Lanka's most acclaimed architects, Mount Lodge sits in laid-back Mount Lavinia, a seaside neighbourhood just south of central Colombo. A short walk from the beach, this three-bedroom B&B promises airy, light-filled spaces, with leafy courtyards, shaded terraces and cosy sitting rooms on each of its three floors. 

Architect Anjalendran's thoughtful touches are evident throughout, with sliding doors and big windows framing verdant views, patterned tiles inlaid in polished concrete steps, and an abundance of light filtering in from well-chosen angles. Wooden four-posters draped with gauzy mosquito nets take centre stage in inviting bedrooms with vintage wardrobes and smooth concrete floors.

Two of the bedrooms are on the first floor, with a shared sitting room and mango tree-shaded terrace, whilst the suite encompasses the entire top floor of the house. Boasting its own white-clad sofas and rattan armchairs, plus a cobbled balcony with views towards the nearby church where hymns are sung each Sunday, this is a particularly good choice for quiet couples. Wherever you choose to stay, there's no shortage of spots to curl up with a cup of tea and a good book, or to plot out the next day's explorations before heading out to one of Mount Lavinia's beach bars for a sundowner. 

The friendly team welcome guests warmly, and are on hand with helpful hints for discovering the best of Colombo. Visitors are asked about breakfast preferences the evening before, and invited to tuck into toast and eggs, or delicious Sri Lankan favourites including string hoppers with pol sambol, dhal and fragrant curries, or crispy egg hoppers. Fresh juice, sliced tropical fruit and Sri Lankan tea or coffee are perfect for kickstarting the day. There are some great beach restaurants within walking distance, but the team can also cook superb rice and curry suppers on request — and it's more than tempting to stay in to eat!

Saskia Walker

Recommended for

  • Romantic Break

    • A fabulous boutique B&B for couples looking to unwind on tranquil balconies & feast on Sri Lankan specialities at breakfast

  • Great walks

    • Mount Lavinia beach is wonderful for long walks in the morning or early evening — rounded off with a sunset drink

  • Local exploring

    • A charming choice for those seeking a unique Colombo experience, a short walk from the sea in relaxed Mount Lavinia

  • Museums

    • Architecture buffs can delve further into Sri Lanka's fabulous design tradition at Number 11 House — once home to Geoffrey Bawa

  • Local markets

    • Join the crowds in Pettah, Colombo's bustling market area, where bags of spices sit alongside knock-off cricket jerseys

  • No restaurant

    • Delicious breakfasts are served on the terrace, and the team can cook superb dinners on request

  • Designer Shopping

    • Pick up pieces by Sri Lankan designers at the Design Collective, Urban Island or Paradise Road

  • Quiet

    • With just three bedrooms, this is an appealingly quiet spot in southern Colombo

  • Antiques

    • The antique wooden furnishings and objects reflect classic Sri Lankan style

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Romantic

  • Air conditioning

  • Intimate

  • Charming

  • Traditional

  • Child friendly

  • Boutique

  • B&B

  • Artworks

  • Townhouse

Facilities

  • Rooms

    3 rooms in this hotel

  • No restaurant

    Delicious breakfasts are served on the terrace, and the team can cook superb dinners on request

  • Suites

    The largest of the rooms, the Master Suite, incorporates the entire top floor of the house

  • Sitting Room

    Ground floor sitting room, plus a sitting room on each of the two floors

  • Walking distance restaurants

    There are some lively beach restaurants and bars within walking distance

  • Garden

    Small internal courtyard gardens with leafy plants and a mango tree

  • Private dining room

    Private dining spaces on the first and second floors

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • No pets

  • Cots available

  • Outdoor dining

  • Airport transfer

  • Parking

  • Safe

  • Air conditioning

  • Wifi

  • Room service

  • Child friendly

Activities

  • Great walks

    • Mount Lavinia beach is wonderful for long walks in the morning or early evening — rounded off with a sunset drink

  • Museums

    • Architecture buffs can delve further into Sri Lanka's fabulous design tradition at Number 11 House — once home to Geoffrey Bawa

  • Local markets

    • Join the crowds in Pettah, Colombo's bustling market area, where bags of spices sit alongside knock-off cricket jerseys

  • Theatre

    • There are excellent performances and exhibitions at the Lionel Wendt theatre in central Colombo

  • Designer Shopping

    • Pick up pieces by Sri Lankan designers at the Design Collective, Urban Island or Paradise Road

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