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The Havelock Place Bungalow vs Taj Samudra, Colombo
The Havelock Place Bungalow and Taj Samudra Colombo are both rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Taj Samudra Colombo is preferred by most reviewers compared to The Havelock Place Bungalow. Taj Samudra Colombo comes in at 78 with praise from 4 publications including Lonely Planet, Jetsetter and Travel + Leisure.
The Havelock Place Bungalow
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
6, Havelock Place, Colombo 5, Colombo, Sri Lanka
From $57 /night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Smoking Rooms
- Pool
The Telegraph
8.0
"This affordable boutique guesthouse is like an inner-city oasis, hidden away from the bustle and energy of Colombo."
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Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Modern luxury is matched with antiques that feel authentic to the period...it’s on a quiet lane and has lush gardens and a small lap pool. The outdoor cafe is a good place to while away the hours."
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Taj Samudra, Colombo
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
Jetsetter
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
25, Galle Face Center Road, Colombo 03, Sri Lanka
From $111 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster
Upscale
"An upscale 300-room property located in Colombo's well-to-do Colpetty business district, the Taj Samudra Colombo is an ideal pick for business travelers."
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Travel + Leisure
"Minutes by car from Colombo's city center, this 300-room hotel features a geometric pool that complements the property's modern suites."
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Jetsetter
"Sprawling retreat fronting Colombo’s elegant oceanfront promenade, between the Indian Ocean and the city center."
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The Telegraph
7.0
"This Taj hotel is one of Colombo’s oldest five-stars. Its prime location in an emerging area of the city, opposite the Galle Face Green, is an advantage...good dining outlets, business facilities."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Part of the well-regarded Indian chain, this vast edifice has elegant public areas and a lovely 11-acre garden, as well as myriad restaurants and bars, including a 24-hour cafe."
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