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I recently stayed at the Colombo Court Hotel, and while it offers good value and excellent rooms, the hospitality felt a bit rigid for a tourist. First, the bright spots: The room itself was fantastic. It was large, impeccably clean, and featured great-quality sheets with plenty of excellent pillows. The bathroom was stocked with plush towels and quality toiletries. Since I arrived fighting a cold, the great selection of coffee and teas in the room was an absolute lifesaver. However, the customer service left a lot to be desired. I arrived at noon after an all-night flight. Even though it's the low season and the hotel felt completely empty, the front desk rigidly enforced the 2:00 PM check-in time. They didn't even offer an early check-in for a fee. Instead, I was told I could wait out in the heat by the pool for two hours. There was also a strange billing issue at check-in. The front desk asked me for a $43 payment, even though I had already prepaid in full. I had to firmly show them my paperwork showing the booking platform's virtual credit card payment before they backed off. They didn't bring it up again, but it felt a bit like a shakedown attempt. Finally, my booking confirmation explicitly stated checkout was between 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM. Yet, at 11:30 AM, staff knocked on my door telling me checkout was actually at 11:00 AM. Even after showing the front desk my confirmation, they insisted their rule was 11:00 AM. The staff was always friendly and polite, but it felt like they were serving their rulebook rather than their guests. The property is very clean but has much more of a business-traveler vibe than a welcoming tourist destination. I have another reservation here for my return leg, but I’ll be canceling it to stay somewhere else.

Extremely satisfied 👍. After the chain bombings in '19, the security measures here are truly commendable; I didn't expect such strict security checks. Shang Palace is as delicious as ever, and the chef even came out to greet us, which was lovely! Our room faced the sea, and we enjoyed two beautiful sunsets! The second floor has direct access to the mall, with all the tourist-favorite brands located near the hotel. Since my flight was late, the hotel allowed me a late check-out. I really love this Shangri-La!

The room was clean and all the facilities I needed were there. I arrived at the premises earlier than the check-in time, and thanks to the help of the courteous staff who helped me with my luggage and showed me to my room, the check-in process was very smooth. Didn't use the facilities much, but the location is perfectly accessible for me to explore around the city. This is actually my second time staying at the Mandarina and I would do so again!

I had a wonderful one-night stay from June 24th to 25th. The hotel offers a fantastic, tranquil escape right in the heart of the city. The staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive, ensuring a seamless check-in and checkout experience. The room was immaculate, comfortable, and offered lovely views. Whether you are visiting for business or a quick leisure getaway, the beautiful lakeside setting and excellent service make it a top choice. Highly recommended.

The sunset from the rooftop was absolutely stunning. The breakfast spread was incredibly diverse, almost overwhelming with choices. If you're on a higher floor, I imagine the room views would be great. For those looking for a hotel stay, I'd recommend opting for the ocean view side, even if it's a bit pricier. The city view is also lovely, with sights like the Lotus Tower. Honestly, having stayed in many five-star hotels, I felt there's room for improvement in their hospitality. For instance, at breakfast, a server spilled juice on my leg while clearing the table next to me. They apologized immediately and said they'd bring napkins. However, several minutes passed, and they unbelievably started setting the adjacent table first and seated new guests. Those guests also seemed confused by the wet floor. I had to ask a different server for napkins before they finally brought them. Regarding cleanliness, the drain in the shower clogged when I took the first shower, and the water wouldn't go down. Housekeeping promptly cleaned it, but I feel this should have been taken care of before check-in. Also, there were some mysterious stains on the towels, which I think should be replaced more regularly. Other than that, the clientele staying at the hotel seemed pleasant, and my stay was comfortable. The only place to plug in Japanese appliances was in the bathroom, so a travel adapter is essential.

Rating: 8/10 ⭐️ Overall, we had a good experience at the hotel. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and helpful throughout our stay. As we are from the Maldives, we generally prefer seafood and lighter Asian-style food. Although we are Asian, we don’t usually eat very spicy food or heavy curries, so the food selection was not always suited to our taste. We would have liked to see more seafood and Western-style options. Overall, it was a pleasant stay, and the friendly staff made the experience better. With a little more variety in the food menu, especially seafood and less-spicy options, the experience could be even better.

I was disappointed with my experience at Radisson Colombo, particularly with the check-in process and the level of service during breakfast. I arrived at the hotel around 3 PM, expecting to check in without any issues. However, the lobby was crowded, and the staff appeared overwhelmed and disorganised. I waited until approximately 3:45 PM before finally asking for an explanation. I was then informed that our room had not been cleaned yet due to staffing issues. We had to leave our bags at the hotel and go out for lunch while waiting for the room to be ready. The following day, the hotel offered us complimentary breakfast, which I appreciated as a gesture of goodwill. Unfortunately, the breakfast experience raised another concern. While I was having my meal, a staff member began sweeping the floor around the dining area. I approached a senior staff member and requested that the sweeping be stopped while guests were eating. The staff member stopped and apologised, which I appreciated. However, approximately an hour later, another staff member came and started sweeping the floor again. This was disappointing, especially after I had already raised the issue. I believe the hotel needs to improve its staff training, communication, and service coordination. The check-in delay and repeated disturbance during breakfast made the stay less comfortable than expected. I hope the management takes this feedback seriously and works towards providing a more organised and pleasant experience for future guests.

We booked for two nights. For me the room size is good there’s only one problem the air condition didn’t function so well. We call the reception to check why it’s not cooling and they responded so quickly. It’s clean and properly maintained. For breakfast, it’s good not so many choices but acceptable.

Amazing location and friendly staff and clean rooms. Will be a added bonus if we can have Jaffna food Available all day from lunch time till midnight. Great experianca. Well done

Awesome location so close to the beach but they really need to up their game on maintenance which seems to be lacking for years. It’s not healthy for paying customers to be breathing in dust and musty surroundings. Apart from that it’s a beautiful hotel with so much heritage and hope they will do justice to improve the place