Mount Lodge Boutique Hotel

This is a quiet haven in Mount Lavinia. The space is gorgeous and each room has its own courtyard with seats and greenery. The architectural design of Mount lodge makes it a calm and beautiful place to stay.The staff are exceptional.

Hospitality of Benjamin and Mohammed, going out of their way to make my stay comfortable. The best part was the wonderful and tasty Sri Lankan breakfast ?

Great boutique hotel. Each room also has it's own separate indoor and outdoor sitting area. Breakfast was lovely. Staff very attentive. Love the decor and feel of the architecturally notable house.Location is also very good. So close to everything within walking distance, town centre, beach and train station. Bonus there are some really good restaurants nearby.

From our bathroom you could hear everything from downstairs and the kitchen area, due to the open plan of the hotel.

- the location-the room and balcony+ common areas -special mention to Silvia who’s an amazing host

Very clean and well presented

Although a private bathroom I had to leave my room into a public space to use it.

We loved the calm atmosphere and beautiful spaces in the property. Everyone made us feel very welcome and were incredibly helpful. It’s a fab little place to stay if you are near Colombo or heading away from the airport to move further south, as we were.

Nothing at all.

-The staff are excellent, both Pathmi and Silva are helpful, kind, and do a wonderful job of hosting their guests-The place is spotless and they make sure it stays that way-They serve a wonderful breakfast of fruit, eggs, and toast every morning-Benjamin (the manager) made himself available via whatsapp and was helpful in providing tips and accomodating special requests-I loved the furnishings and the general vibe of the place. It feels like an oasis!-Comfy bed, clean linens, clean bathroom. I am picky on hygiene-Value for money is on point

Nothing at all. I extended my stay by one night because I enjoyed it so much

I recently arranged accommodation for my manager’s business trip, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the experience. From the moment I confirmed the booking, the owner was in constant contact with me, ensuring everything was perfectly organized. His level of professionalism, kindness, and willingness to assist exceeded all expectations.What truly stood out was his dedication to providing outstanding service. When he found out that his usual taxi driver wasn’t available on the day of arrival, he personally went to the airport to pick up my manager. This level of care and commitment is rare to find and made all the difference in ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience.Beyond the exceptional hospitality, the accommodation itself is in a fantastic location—just a few minutes walk from a beautiful beach, making it ideal for anyone who wants to enjoy both business and relaxation.I highly recommend this accommodation not only for its comfort but especially for the incredible service provided by the owner. It’s rare to come across someone so genuinely dedicated to their guests’ comfort and convenience. A five-star experience in every way!

Silva received us at 5am. He made wonderful Sri Lankan omelettes and string hoppers. He served us tea in the afternoon. We felt very much cared for. Benjamin and his wife were telling us where we could go in addition to our own program. It was a great place to be.

If you want to be in buzzing Colombo every day, then you need to travel a bit. The Mount Lodge is a more quiet place. But for us it was just the best location.

Good location near beach. Very nicely set out inside. Staff super helpful but very little English, so some difficulties with requirements.

Couldn’t find the entrance. Had to walk through a hotel to get to the beach.Very little English understood and although breakfast was very nice, absolutely no choice.(wanted an orange juice- instead of local fruit for a change- 9 dollars!)No fridge and small, overlooked patio. We paid top price ( same as good hotel in Colombo) but incomparable.

The boutique hotel experience at this charming property with just three rooms is truly exceptional. The house itself is beautifully designed, radiating a warm and inviting atmosphere that makes you feel right at home.

The staff, particularly Silva and Fatme, are incredibly friendly and attentive, ensuring that every guest feels welcomed and cared for throughout their stay. Owner Benjamin is also very engaged, always available via WhatsApp to assist with any needs or inquiries.

Supportive staff, fabulous location, Character of the venue, comfort

Bath towels can be cleaner and fresher,

Mount lodge was wonderful. Everything was clean. The communal lounge area was so calming and comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and Silva was very friendly and helpful

Amazing Place, lovely decorated, such a great attention to details, very calm area close to the mount lavinia beach. We will go back at the end of our trip. The staff helped us a lot and they were so so kind. a great welcome to Sri Lanka

It's a lovely place with an atmosphere, our room had wonderful bed, closed off balcony great for enjoying the air and a perfectly clean bathroom too. The breakfast was fulfilling and just delicious, fresh fruit and a sri-lankan omelette with toasted bread as well as tea and coffee.

The layout. Each room has a sitting area also. Staff very attentive. Outside seating area also available for each room

A screen for the standard room /toilet access

Breakfasts were very good with attached excellent service. Overall facility very good and comfortable. Modern and clean premises with boutique feel. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Well located to explore area.

Everything is just perfect here. You dont feel like you are staying in a hotel, feels more like at some close relatives house.Owner and the people who are working here Saliya and Silva are just perfect, the hospitality is just amazing?Breakfast are so tasty. All hotel is very cleal.Wonderful thing is that if you are staying in deluxe room all the floor is yours with balcony and additional room. On the top of that sea is so close?Highly recommended.

For our purposes, the hotel was well located. We could walk safely at night to a couple of good places to eat, including Spoons and Mt Lavinia Hotel which puts on a banquet of the most authentic SL foods we experienced in our albeit limited travels, as well as other cuisines, and high quality live entertainment. For trips into busier parts of Colombo, we had a tuk-tuk station just up the road and kept the same driver for the entirety of our stay. The hotel itself is one of those Tardis spaces, tiny and unprepossessing from the exterior, but opening up into spacious, cool, and attractively designed spaces with a touch of excitement and even romance to the numerous communal and private spaces on three levels. The manager mentioned that the design was based on Bawa Part 1, which confirmed the archetypal Sri Lankan architectural design approach loudly evident in the inner courtyard spaces towering to the open air from ground up, allowing diffused light throughout the interiors, and the smooth grey cement floors. We only regret we couldn't be there during a downpour just to experience the sensory impact of such spaces that blur the distinction between outside and in. The design also carefully rendered the bustle of the built infrastructure surrounding the hotel invisible, offering a feeling of sanctuary, a feeling supported by the careful tending of the staff. Saliya and Silva and another gentleman were available for us at any and all hours of the day and night, ever providing advice and information and taking care of our non-tourist needs, which were many as we were also keeping up our workload during our stay. The staff were the backbone of the hotel and the primary reason for our sense of home away from home and real friendships in Sri Lanka.

We were somewhat surprised by the additional service charge on arrival necessitated by the overseas owner.

The property and staff were wonderful. We had a late flight and we were able to check in even though we arrived at the property at 2am. The area is quiet with a number of restaurants and it is close to the Mount Lavinia hotel and beach. We had the twin room, which was comfortable and had a small courtyard. The owner, Benjamin and Saliya working at the property were both great in the lead up to and during our stay.