Ranjit's Ambalama, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Budget Accommodation Asia Sri Lanka Colombo Hostels Ranjit's Ambalama
Ranjit's Ambalama is a home away from home. The facilities are simple but delightful. I loved the architecture of the little cottage that I stayed in. Ranjit and the lovely Shanti made me feel very welcome and nothing was a problem.
Private Rooms From US$42 Photos Description Map Guest Reviews
Make a booking at Ranjit's Ambalama
Facilities
- Airport Pick Up
- Bike Parking
- Common Room
- Free Carpark
- Internet Access
- Linen Included
- Luggage Storage
- Non Smoking
- Restaurant
- Telephone/Fax Facilities
- Travel Desk/Travel Info
Communications
- Fax Service
General
- Tours Desk
Parking
- Bicycle Parking
- Free Parking
Sport & Leisure
- Cable TV
About Ranjit's Ambalama
The house is modern and airy with an environmently friendly courtyard.
It is very centrally situated in close proximity to all embassies, Visa offices,Shops and other places of interest in the city of Colombo with easy access to transport.
Three well furnished rooms AC optional with attached toilets in respect of two is available.
Visitors are offered meals, Laundry facilities and the use of common ammenities such as lounge and dining areas which provide TV.
Access to a swimming pool nearby is also available.
Tours could be arranged both in Colombo and to any other place, out of Colombo at very competitive rates.
ACCOMADATION FOR NINE PERSONS
RANJIT'S AMBALAMA
An Eco friendly unit withTwo Double Rooms without AC and a common toilet with hot water and an open shower has been constructed, with recycled material and antique doors at Torrington Avenue.The unit also has a kitchenette for visitors to do their own cooking.
The unit has merged with the already available vegetation around it,with a bamboo grove swooping over and tall endemic trees sheltering it.It has its own private entrance and much privacy.It is tastefully furnished with furniture and fittings which blend with the design. All this in the heart of Colombo.
ACCOMADATION FOR SIX
MAULIE'S NICHE
Situated in Sri Jayawardena Pura the capital of Sri Lanka,near the House of parliament built, near the bank of Diyawanna Oya is a two bedroomed annexe of a house,with independant access.The entire unit has been acclaimed as a masterpiece of architecture internationally and lauded by architects and magazines for its unique design and construction.It has a well equipped kitchenette for the visitors to do their own cooking.
It is 15 minutes away from the centre and has easy access to transport and shops in the area.The area around it is ideal for trekking with quite a bit of interesting bird life around river.
ACCOMADATION FOR FIVE
THE KETHA
Situated half an hour away,16 kms from the city in the immediate suburb of Kotelawela near Malabe.
It is a three bedroomed planter's bungalow, with sprawling Bedrooms and varandahs and sit outs. It has three attached toilets with hot water on tap and modern conveniences.
A large sitting and dining areas with a well equipped kitchen, with the facilities to cook your own food.
The bungalow over looks water and is perched on a hill in a cinnamon,coconut and pepper plantation with thick vegetation around it.
It is ideal for Bird lovers and those who are interested in nature, observing monkeys and enjoy peace and quiet away form the city, just half an hour away.
The area around the plantation provides the right conditions for long treks into the villages around it.
Important Information
Conditions
An airport transfer service on offer to all customers.
Please e-mail flight details to the owner to organize this,service.
Photos
Location
53/19 Torrington avenue
Click here to enlarge map
Other Options Nearby
- Hotel Sansu (1.4 kms)
- AAA Accommodation (2.3 kms)
- Salco Residency (2.4 kms)
- Adikaram Sea View Hostel (4.5 kms)
- Concord Hotel (5.1 kms)
Guest Reviews
RSSThis is a Trusted Review. Why?
Ranjit's Ambalama is a home away from home. The facilities are simple but delightful. I loved the architecture of the little cottage that I stayed in. Ranjit and the lovely Shanti made me feel very welcome and nothing was a problem. If you require a meal, a lovely vegetarian spread will be prepared for you. It was close to all the places I needed to be around Colombo. Ranjit's Ambalama was great value. Thank you Ranjit.
This is a Trusted Review. Why?
Before I booked, I did read the bad reviews.
I thought, everyone deserves a second chance.
I was wrong. I wanted to moved out after all my interaction with the man Ranjit himself.Fortunately it was just for a day + a day was added to my payment due to very early morning arrival, even after informing by email to cancel the airport pick-up and was left with no choice but to make it at Ranjit's Amblama as the car was send, much to my dislike and pay for an extra day and not to forget the traveling charges.
He will guide you with the city info. but best when monetary dealing is kept aside.Some thumb rules:
Book yourself a Cab (not from Ranjit's Ambalama)
Make all things clear, your requirement of the room (AC/non-AC)
Explore eating out, even your drinking water et al.Best to avoid. There are so many of such places one can fish for and enjoy the good vacation in Sri Lanka and cherish a good hospitality.
This is a Trusted Review. Why?
A friend and I stayed in the room with two beds w/ toilet and no AC. The room itself was clean and we have no complaints. However, if you book through this website, do not forget to take a print-out of the booking receipt with you. While there were no problems, it seemed that both the owner and his employee were unaware of the exact nature of the room booked and the fact that part of the cost was paid already. Since we had the receipt, this didn't take more than a few minutes to clarify.
Like some of the hostels we stayed in in Sri Lanka, we had to pay for water (you get bottles since water from the tap isn't safe). Breakfast seemed surprisingly expensive (about Rs. 650 per person). If you're paying for the cheaper rooms, you'll have a better time if you eat outside at a small place. There are a few cheap restaurants 2-3 km around the place.
Everything else was rather good. The rooms were clean, you could have a hot-water shower, towels and mosquito nets were provided, and staff were friendly. Do not expect to ask them for advice on the city, though.
Watch out for the auto-rickshaw drivers who are parked near the place, though. They charge very high rates. To get anywhere, you'll need to either take one of those or use the bus. I'd recommend the bus.
This is a Trusted Review. Why?
Very disappointing - dirty and in the middle of nowhere. The proprietor was rude and unhelpful - would not recommend to anyone
Have you stayed here? Write a review
* The Customer Satisfaction score is based on a combination of ratings from Travellerspoint and external websites. The score of 68% for this property is based on ratings provided by 31 guests.
Loading ...
