Is chef Pubilis Silva still work at your hotel. We are citizens of Sri Lanka and our lives have been ruined by the politicians who who ruled the country. The tourist arrivals to the Sri Lanka dropped because of the fuel crisis, food crisis and skyrocketed cost of living. And the government did not have a good plan. Still we are struggling to to live our lives to the fullest. The son of your Chef Pubilis Silva's is doing dirty politics. He is going to trans the public image of all hotel industry workers as well as hoteliers. So will you please publicly e announce your stance.

Staff act rude general public. They had a uniform and blame Buddhist monks

Very Very good service and above all their friendly behavior... Love you Srilanka... I will never forget you lovely people ❤

Came for dinner to Mount hotel after a long time. The service was good. There were new recruits who were very helpful. But the quality of the food was terrible. There were 10 people. Everyone said their food tasted super bad. Their consistency has gone down. Two soups ordered; one was cold and the other one had so much salt it tasted like sea water. We ordered 2 coffees and a tea. It took 45 minutes for us to get them. One coffee has a pinch of coffee and milk and the other one had too much coffee and less milk. This is a brilliant location with a private beach. However the food is poor quality but overpriced. If the quality of the food was good and if they would maintain the hotel. They can really come back up to their standards like before.

Nawaloka ICC at Mt.Lavinia Hotel of the best choices for COVID. Thank you for the medical staff and Mt.Lavinia Hotel for lovely caring. Take care and stay safe. It’s not only the service but also the ocean view is price less.

I have attend for an interview which was organized by another company. Despite I show them the evidence them the company call me for interview, the staff has ruthlessly chase me out .A hôtel should maintain a descent level of hospitality, however they don’t even know to great an outsider politely. A worst place I have ever been.

Worst service ever had. Should more responsible of the chefs more than this. Terrible and unprofessional team members. Specially Sunil and pabilis’s son..!

Zero hygiene .... Chefs go here and there with their uniforms. Once they attended to anti-protest rally.

Very sad it has shut down Went there for dinner but got told by security it has shut down Lots of places like this in Sri Lanka

The staff were very helpful and they made to ensure our safety and comfort throughout our stay.

Pubilis's son is going everywhere with uniforms and prepare food with dirty. They came and threatened not friendly staff. They are using Rajapaksha power. Not acceptable

One of the oldest 5 star properties in Colombo city. They have all five star facilities and many restaurants/ reception halls. Rooms are nice and clean, Overlooking the Indian Ocean (one of the best views of the Indian Ocean}and the beautiful Colombo city. Their authentic Sri Lankan food is amazing and also the lobby is a nice place to hang around the staff is also very helpful.

Very bad service and lift stuck midway. Lobby manager (lady) was very rude through out the day and didnt even bother to apologies or pay attention. Not recommended at all.

Excellent, ever green place to stay. Great food, location and amenities. Staff are supportive, efficient, polite & committed. Enjoy the train and local station nearby. Paradise (private) beach ⛱️ is superb 👌. This heritage place is well maintained. Meeting / Training venue & other venue rooms are extraordinary with antiques & Great stories behind those. Central fountain ⛲️ is exceptional. Live piano 🎹 with view of sea 🌊 is eye-catching ❤️ MUST STAY Hotel near Colombo!!!

Went for Palm Sunday dinner buffet with friends. Staff were friendly, professional and helpful. Food was great, with a complete spread. Roast chicken, fish, complete curry spread. Good choice for salad and dessert also. We sat inside to eat in air-con comfort. Highly recommended.

Very old and smelly . Time to do the renovation. One of my favourite hotels, Visited there for a 3rd and last time. As usual food is great. However the room had no A/C and when I complained they sent two technicians to fix it. But they were no help. Even the receptionist doesn’t give much attention to the locals. One of the worst hotel I stayed while visiting Sri Lanka.

It's such a shame that this hotel is such a rundown position. This should be one of the finest hotels in the region, but years of underinvestment have taken their toll. I would highly recommend visiting the beach stretch north of the hotel for food, and staying in the centre.

My two sons, my daughter-in-law, and I checked in on the 30th and checked out on the first of Jan 2024. We had two rooms. From the first day itself, we complained and requested numerous times going down to the front desk that we didn’t have a phone for one of the rooms, shower curtain, hand towels for both rooms and face tissue. Every time, we were told that someone would attend to it. Even to order room service, the kids had to walk downstairs as there was no phone in the room, which defeated the purpose of ordering room service in the first place. Additionally, one of the things we specifically requested was to have two separate beds for one of the rooms, which was ignored, and they brought in a makeshift one, which broke the second night. Also, the pillow slips were so musty that my son, who has severe allergies, broke out with a rash on both cheeks. When we checked out, I voiced my disappointment, which was only dealt with “we are sorry” by the front desk clerk. A hotel that claims five stars and charges a five-star rating would usually handle it more professionally and with empathy. We were brushed off, and to my children's dismay, one of the staff rolled her eyes behind my back when I voiced my disappointment. This was paid more than a week before my stay. I understand the hotel is trying to recoup after the difficult time it went through during the pandemic. But I find it very unfair from the point of view of the guest to be charged a premium when the hotel can not offer the service that they claim to offer. I hope this will not be repeated for others. I was not the only one. We observed almost every guest at the point of returning the key was venting only to be met with the usual “sorry.”

When it comes to the mount lavinia hotel, With a history spanning over 210 years, Mount Lavinia Hotel Colombo is one of the oldest hotels in Sri Lanka. This premier colonial heritage hotel in Colombo has earned a reputation over the years for its magnificent structure and ambiance, the old world charm which harks back to the grandeur of old Ceylon, a romantic legacy left by the colonial Governor General who used it as his residence, the exceptional service offered by its well-trained staff and its popularity as a venue for weddings. It is the 4 star hotel in mount lavinia colombo, sri lanka.

Magnificent hotel wonderfully located right on the edge of the ocean. The staff could not have been nicer. The buffet-style food was delicious and offered a huge choice. Probably the best hotel experience we have ever had.

Mount Lavinia Hotel was built on a small hilltop in 1806, just a few metres away from the famous Mount Lavinia Beach. It is one of the premier heritage sites in Sri Lankan Hotel industry. We thoroughly enjoyed High Tea at the Governor's Restaurant. The food was great and the staff was friendly. The ambiance and the view of sea made the experience a grandeur one.

Old, stylish and cozy. As you won’t have any questions to service in a museum, don’t do it here too. Don’t treat the hotel as a function, consider it as an emotion given and you will be fine. We’ve stayed here for 9 night, it was awesome

This is a heritage Hotel with a history attached to it. The place was shut down and converted to a quarantine center during the COVID-19 period. It has recently opened however it is not functioning at full capacity. They have an excellent restaurant called Governors Cafe which has a fairly reasonable buffet every night. The spread is not too vast but it is definitely worth the cost. Overall an excellent hotel but it lacks upkeep and this can be seen in almost every corner of the hotel.

We have stayed here few times before, first time doing a review. First of all, I would love to give this hotel a 5 star review but, I cannot. Compared to other hotels in Colombo area, this hotel lacks the comforts and the cleanliness. The hotel requires some attention as it is quite dated. This is possibly the only negative about the hotel. This should reflect in the pricing. The customer service and the food are exceptional.

Diana and I had our wedding today at Mount Lavinia Hotel and it was exceptional! Managers accommodated all our requests and they helped us along the way with our event. We are also staying at the hotel for a honeymoon, so cheer up and all positive!

Stayed for one night. Rooms are huge. Definitely need to do some renovations. Mirrors not inside the room, was a bit difficult to get ready due to this. But not something to deduct a star. The restaurant was amazing. The food was great. Some staffs didn’t understand english, misunderstood us to be locals and talked to us in local language. The front office staffs needs to be a bit more knowledgeable about the property. Overall experience was great.

Went there for dinner, and the buffet was amazing. The location is just spectacular with the view of the coast of Colombo city. This is one of the grand colonial hotels of SL.

A historical romantic palace which turned to a hotel that constructed by Lieutenant General The Right Honourable Sir Thomas Maitland . Nice location with easy access to sea view & beach. Very good service.sea food is best 👏👏I like it

Very sad state, no hot water towels was a disgrac,carpets Very dirty. Seriously I would not recommend this hotel to anyone. Only difference was the restaurant Very good service, food was great, very friendly staff and clean. Door man extremely friendly, polite and helpful.

1806 Heritage Property. Super sea view. Good quality, multi cuisine food with a lot of variety. Excellent staff. Rooms have poor quality toiletries. In all, unforgettable experience.

Fantastic spa resort! Luxurious amenities, rejuvenating treatments, and attentive staff. A perfect retreat for relaxation and indulgence

One of the best hotels in Colombo, I went for a one-night stay over the weekend, and the hotel was calm and quiet. It's surprising to find such a peaceful place in the Colombo city area. The hotel boasts a private beach with excellent facilities. The staff are friendly and helpful. However, the hotel is a bit old and could benefit from serious renovation. Despite this, they maintain high standards. The food is delicious, and I highly recommend trying the Sunday brunch, which I believe is the best among all other hotels in the Colombo area. It offers a large variety of foods, all of which are delightful. Highly recommended

Pros View is amazing.... The sea, palms, etc Food is unmatched... Very delicious... Quite a large spread... Cons... Try to avoid staying here at any cost... Rooms are smelly and disgusting.. Very old, not maintained.. No words to explain. Front desk is weird... First they gave us a very bad room... (90 euros per night) And when we asked them to change it, in my opinion they gave us the next worst room after one day (our stay is 6 nights)

One of my favourite places to visit while in colombo. The pool is large, deep and refreshing, its also great for kids. Buffet selection is good and flavours are great. The washrooms near the pool are feeling a little tired.

Amazing location, hospitality and maintenance. My room is just facing the arabian sea, and about 20 feet away. Once in a lifetime experience.

Went to eat lunch here food was nice and delicious. The seats and tables were good and the cutlery was clean. Though it was really hot in the restaurant , I think it was a problem in air conditioner. Everything else was good.

Majestically overlooking the shimmering turquoise waters of the vast Indian Ocean, embroidered with white ribbons of waves stretching far into the distance and with breathtaking views of the sweeping bay of golden sands and tall exotic palms of Mount Lavinia’s celebrated paradise beach, the Governor’s Wing is an idyll of hushed and mellowed luxury. Rooms are little bit old. Most of them were closed. Fooos are awesome.

It is a historical place. There are lots of resturants. For me the Governer's restaurant is the best.. Rooms are clean, quite & nicely arranged. There is a beautiful lobby. Good customer service.

One of the best hotels in Colombo and stayed there for almost two weeks. Stayed in a room that overlooked the Indian ocean. The sunset for superb. The guest service is 10/10 and the breakfast is lovely! You can have western and authentic Sri Lankan dishes as well! The hospitality was just amazing!!!

Its such a shame how this Beautiful historic landmark is poorly managed. we had our Annual office Christmas party here and it was a disaster. The service is below par level and the management was no help either. The buffet was empty and it took forever for them to refill the empty dishes. when we complained to the manager( Mr. Athila) His answer was to " be satisfied with what you have". wouldn't recommend this place to anyone, but I honestly believe they will change the management for better days.

Great Place. Tasty food with lots of variety. Highly recommended

I have stayed at this beautiful hotel many times and today I was visiting after four years for lunch at Governors Terrace. Welcome and hugged by my favourite hostess Aruni who still remembers me by my first name and Little things like this makes me smile and feel so special and humble 🥰❤️🥰🙏😇 I had a delicious local street food lunch called Chicken Kottu with a Lion beer 🍺 overlooking the Indian Ocean and Colombo city skyline on a far distance. The place is full of colonial charm and character with fantastic service, food and stunning views. The staff are absolutely amazing ! Highly recommended!

My recent visit from the 23rd November 2023 to 26th November 2023 to this place was a disaster. Very poorly maintained facility. Its really very old and falling apart. Room are very old. Service was way below par. Food was decent but very less vegetarian options and very minimal menu if you like to go in for Alacarte. I used their laundry service and never got my clothes for two days and when I finally go it they had lost my very expensive t-shirt (USD100). They are confirming the same when i am leaving to the airport. Pathetic. I would never stay in the place again and would not recommend anyone to go here just for the sake its a great location. I am very surprised that Club Mahindra has a tie up with such hotels. Way way below their standards. Do not stay here.

This is an awesome hotel. All of us really loved it. The ocean view from the rooms are worth a lot more than the price they are charging. The breakfast spread had a lot of variety and had coconut water which was amazing, we had at least 3-4 glasses each daily, that's how good it was. I would've happily paid 30-40% more for the stay and would love to stay in the same place if I visit Colombo. Oh, yes, I forgot there are train tracks running from under the hotel (no noise, don't worry). Worth every penny.

If I could give my experience at Mount Lavinia Hotel less than a 1 star, I would. I have frequented the hotel with my partner on a regular basis over the past 6 years and it is such a shame that this beautiful hotel is being run into the ground. We called this morning to ask what time the lunch buffet was to open. The reception told us it would begin at 12. We arrived at about 12:15 and none of the buffet dishes were out, this was not an issue so we ordered a drink and asked the waiter what time lunch begins and he said 12.30. By 12.30 there were still no food options out so again we waited. At 13.15 they had half the options out and I approached what seemed to be a team of managers standing in the middle of the hall and asked what the delay was...no one had an answer. Finally at 13.25 all the food options were out and the spread was abysmal. The pasta station was not available, there was no seafood, and there was so kids options. This is the week before Christmas, the hotel is fully booked and the restaurant was full, the spread should be plentiful.To add fuel to the fire the labeling of the dishes was all over the place, there was a rice dish that was initially labeled egg biriyani, then the labeling changed to a fish dish and finally the label was removed. There was a dish labeled Peking duck...it was a cauliflower dish with what appeared to be bacon. This is not only utterly disorganized but a total health and safety hazard should anyone have allergies etc. People are spending their hard earned money to enjoy Christmas and the holidays this is not an acceptable service. In addition the floor beside our table was filthy and covered in bird dung, the wait staff would stack the dirty used plates on the veranda behind our table so crows etc were approaching, I also cleared my own table twice as there were so staff present. It is shameful to charge such a premium for a service that is beyond sub par.

Their own staff staying in the front (guys dressed up in white looks security personnel) does not know any detail about the hotel and giving all false information to the customers. Was too crowded but the terrace was cool and nice. Nice scenery, very colourful and good sea breeze. Food was very nice. Service was bit lethargic.

Went for International dinner buffet with my friend. Food was fantastic. Service 100%, Friendly staff

This is a very bad place. The food I ordered didn't taste the way it supposed to taste. And when I asked "why" the staff who served us told me if I want to have the proper taste one I should go to a 5star hotel. Ha!That's a terrible answer. And I'm doubt that they mixed somebody else's left over food to make my dish because that's how it looked like and tasted.

One of the most oldest Hotels in the world. More than 200 years old. Very nice scenery with lovely food

Good place. Covid measures are well taken. Good parking space too. Highly recommended for tea and stuff

Food was great and lots of parking too

Nice Beach ...Near to colombo good foods rooms nature beautiful place in sri lanka capital

One of the oldest hotels in SL yet maintains top notch service. The stand out for me is their delicious food!

Great place to be. You can't beat Mt Lavinia view. Could improve on their friendliness and buffet

Good beach view. Good for relax.

You can visit the swimming pool without staying the hotel, and you will find an amazing view here!

Had quality time with family. 😍 very clean and sophisticated rooms. The sea view is amazing. The seafood restaurant is a must visit. 😊 timeless beauty and majesty.

The Mount Lavinia Hotel, in Mount Lavinia, Sri Lanka, is a 275-room hotel, situated at 100 Hotel Road in Mount Lavinia. It is recognised as one of the oldest and most famous hotels in the country. It has been continuously operating as a hotel since 1947, but was initially constructed as the Governor's residence in 1806.

Love the MLH ever since the 1950s

Colonial feel but lacks modern amenities

This is an awesome hotel,which makes me very happy and calm.The rooms are very neat and helps me you get relaxation.If you have any problems in your life,for solving the problems our siddhars will help you through face reading service.

Nawaloka ICC at Mt.Lavinia one of the best choices for COVID. Thank you for thr medical staff and Mt.Lavinia for lovely food ❤ Take care and stay safe.

One best place for vacation in Colombo

A good hotel in the heart of Colombo. Beach is a bit rockey and the elevator is old but good and functional. I wonder why they don't replace it. If you're a foreigner. Before visiting your tour you can use this to get a rest.

Old hotel. But sea view only good.

One of a oldest hotel Sri Lanka with British architectural design with a aeintiont view . Hotel has been located in strategic location on Mt. Lavinia on Colombo district. Easily can access to Colombo Galle Road with in a few minutes. Well trained and experienced staff members will provide a world class service to customers. Freshly and delicious food can enjoy. Recommended place for special events and days

It has a nice view and can stay for hours enjoying the view. But the rooms seems to be very old and need a more cleaning and maintenance.

Mount Lavinia! You are the best in Sri Lanka! like 10 years ago, like 25 years ago! Thanks to the staff, especially to the chefs! Always amazing food!

The hotel view is price less . Amazing location for a holiday

Fantastic view from the open dinning space

Authentic colonial hotel. The gym would need some cleaning. AC in the gym not working. Great selection for breakfast. Lunch and dinner buffet fine. Nice view from the terrace. Limited selection of cocktails.

I wish to comment on the buffet we enjoyed which was offered after the refurbishment of the hotel. it was an elegant buffet with delicious food and extremely warm service offered by the crew. You should experience it! This place is blessed with rich cultural heritage and mesmerizing scenic beauty, is truly an invaluable asset to our country.