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CityRest Fort

Google (385) 3.8
Tripadvisor (465) 4.2
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Visitors frequently praise CityRest Fort's good location, proximity to the train station, and surrounding amenities. However, common complaints include issues with room quality, such as lack of windows, mold, dampness, and malfunctioning air conditioning or doors.

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Address
46 Hospital St, Colombo 00100, Sri Lanka
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Phone
0112 339 340
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Website
cityrest.lk

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About this place CityRest Fort

CityRest Fort is a mainstream budget hotel with hostel-style options on Hospital Street in Colombo Fort, listed here as gay-friendly; it is not a gay venue. The Dutch Hospital shopping and dining precinct is around the corner, and Fort railway station and the Pettah markets are walkable. Reviews average 3.8 from about 385. Sri Lanka still has colonial-era laws covering same-sex acts, rarely enforced against tourists, so keep public affection discreet. Colombo's small gay scene runs mostly through private parties and a few hotel bar nights.

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Card payments accepted WiFi Year-round Air conditioning

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3.8
★★★★☆
385 reviews

Based on 385 Google reviews.

uln manoj
uln manoj Jun 2026
★★★★★
Rashil Dudhara (Rash20000)
Rashil Dudhara (Rash20000) May 2026
★☆☆☆☆

We requested an early check-in as we arrived in the city couple of hours before the standard check-in time. During our wait, we observed multiple guests checking out and housekeeping preparing rooms shortly afterward, indicating that vacant rooms were available. Despite this, no effort was made to accommodate us with an available room until our assigned room was ready despite the requests. What was particularly disappointing was the lack of even basic hospitality during the wait. At 7:00 AM, after an overnight journey, simple amenities such as drinking water, tea, or coffee were not offered. While policies are understandable, a small gesture of consideration would have significantly improved our experience and reflected a more guest-focused approach.

Oicani Zurc
Oicani Zurc May 2026
★★★★★

For budget-conscious individuals, this is the ideal place.

Osama Khalid
Osama Khalid Apr 2026
★★★★★

In the heart of colombo. Few minutes walk to the beach. Good rooms and great staff.

Greg Pollett
Greg Pollett Apr 2026
★★★★☆

Had a nice stay here although id only recommend a short stay if your in transit. The location is abit dodgy and expensive. Probably dont walk around solo at night.

Woan DMA (Woan Botak)
Woan DMA (Woan Botak) Apr 2026
★★★☆☆
Chamith Dilshan
Chamith Dilshan Apr 2026
★★★★☆

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Last updated on 24 October 2026

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