Experience the warm hospitality at Hotel Sapphire, nestled in Pamankada West. Enjoy al fresco dining at The Chinese Golden Palace, unwind by the fireplace in the lobby or stroll through the garden. With free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, previous guests have praised this hotel's attentive service.
Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
Colombo City Centre - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
Getting around
Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 53 min drive
Bambalapitiya Railway Station - 8 min drive
Wellawatta Railway Station - 12 min walk
Colombo Fort Station - 24 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Dinemore - 6 min walk
Eat More - 9 min walk
Jaya Gandhi Lodge - 2 min walk
Sumanadisi Bakery - 10 min walk
Chennai Vegetarian Restaurant - 1 min walk
About this property
Hotel Sapphire
Hotel Sapphire puts you within a 10-minute drive of Colombo City Centre. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit The Chinese Golden Palace, which serves Chinese cuisine. A bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden are other highlights.
Languages
English
More about this property
VISIBILITY
At a glance
Hotel size
44 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free off-site parking nearby
Transfers
Airport shuttle during limited hours*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
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Property amenities
Food and drink
To-go breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
24-hour room service
Working away
24-hour business centre
Meeting room
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Porter/bellhop
Pool loungers
Facilities
Built in 1973
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in reception
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Accessibility
Lift
ROOM
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Freshen up
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
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Special features
Dining
The Chinese Golden Palace – This restaurant specialises in Chinese cuisine. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).
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Fees & policies
Optional extras
To-go breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Renovations and closures
The property will be renovating from 24 June 2025 to 7 July 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
Guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 12.0 per night
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Hotel Sapphire Colombo
Sapphire Colombo
Hotel Sapphire Hotel
Hotel Sapphire Colombo
Hotel Sapphire Hotel Colombo
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Hotel Sapphire?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Sapphire?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Sapphire?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Sapphire?
You can check in starting at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Hotel Sapphire?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bellagio Casino (5-min drive) and Casino Marina Colombo (5-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Sapphire and nearby?
Hotel Sapphire has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Sapphire?
Yes, The Chinese Golden Palace offers al fresco dining and Chinese cuisine.
What's the area around Hotel Sapphire like?
Hotel Sapphire is in Pamankada West, a short 1-minute walk from New Delmon Hospital.
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Hotel Sapphire Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
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7.4/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Service staff
Room
Reviews
8/10 Very good
3 Jul 2025
It was amazing. Very good hospitality. Easy access to bank eat and drink places. Hotel has its own Restaurant. But eating in is very expensive. Preferred other restaurants close proximity.
Nadarajah
Nadarajah, 9-night trip
8/10 Very good
3 Jul 2025
I found the Hotel is very convenient for everyone. Housekeeping staff are w friendly & helpful. Reception staff not so friendly with everyone only known people but I am glad it is very Trustworthy Hotel.
Evelyn
Evelyn, 10-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 Apr 2025
Clean hotel in very convenient location for dinning, shopping and public transportation.
SIVAKUMAR
SIVAKUMAR, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Mar 2025
The staff was very friendly.
Shiyamshangar
Shiyamshangar, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Apr 2025
Perfect location. Very friendly and helpful staff especially the young lady at reception. She was outstanding, despite working hard!
David
David, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
3 Apr 2025
We have stayed in this hotel on 21 occassions. It has the best possible location locayion with many shops and eating places nearby. Transport is easy to and from the hotel.ops, transport and restaurants are
David
David, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
27 Jun 2025
Horrible Sapphire Colombo Hotel
The only pros is the location. Rest all are cons only. Small small insects, cockroaches freely roaming in the room and bed and it seems bad smell has been there for several years. The condition is horrible. The receptionist was totally unfit for that job. He tried to do his side business from their guests. Overall no value for money and I dont recommend.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
6/10 Good
27 Apr 2025
Cleanliness poor
Sivakumaran
Sivakumaran, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
4 Jan 2024
Very convenient location for all needs.
SIVAKUMAR
SIVAKUMAR, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Aug 2024
Good and kind care service
Antonette
Antonette, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
30 Apr 2024
Badly maintained with ancient wornout flooring.
Stained towel and bed linen.
Poor wifi.
VISVALINGAM
VISVALINGAM, 4-night trip
4/10 Fair
8 Jun 2024
The front & lobby of the hotel looks appealing, however inside is a different story. The room was dark and not cleaned properly. Only 1 lift was working and very small. Reception staff no form of welcoming guests or smiling. The hotel needs to keep up with maintenance and revamp the place up.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
2/10 Poor
25 Apr 2025
Our flight was delayed for almost 10 hours and informed the hotel through email as no one was picking up the phone and the next day I received an answer from the manager and there response " staff are sleeping it's middle of the night". Very rude.
When we arrived around 4:00 am the reception was dark and someone was sleeping at the couch and someone woke him up from outside who had seen us and went to wake up the manager who was sleeping as well.
After checking in they took us to our 2 rooms. The corridor was so hot and humid. As soon as we opened the room it was so unbearable heat and humid too. One AC was not working and they transferred us to another room.
My daughter and her son couldn't take a shower as the bathroom was so disgusting, Sink was crack, mirror have stained but managed to stay for a day. it was so uncomfortable in any ways. No basic facilities. The beds were so noisy every time you moved. The rooms were so dark no night lamp, and the worst part no wall electrical outlets. They have only one outlet behind the TV which is not also universal.
Finally we managed to charged our phone outside the hotel and checked out in the evening to stay in another hotel which is way beyond beautiful and very comfortable in every aspect.
With all this unforgettable experience and not got any refund there's no way anyone will come around near to this hotel. I doubt even locals will never recommend. This property needs full upgrade
casie
casie, 4-night trip
2/10 Poor
29 Apr 2023
Overpromised the facilities. No actual gym or swimming pool. Not a lot of sockets, really old furniture and not clean room
Sachithananthan
Sachithananthan, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
1 Jun 2023
Disappointed
Shamini
Shamini, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Jul 2025
Carstan
Carstan, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 Jun 2025
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