Tropic Inn - Mount Lavinia — Colombo, Sri Lanka
Tropic Inn - Mount Lavinia is a small, no-frills budget hotel near Mount Lavinia Beach in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Address: 30 College Avenue, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia. Property ID: 1048970.
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| Stay | Axel total | Expedia or Booking.com | Difference | Seen | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights | $74 | $81 on Booking.com | $7 less (9%) | Nov 3 | Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms |
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Axel private rates
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Total price: $111 USD
2026-12-03 to 2026-12-06 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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Axel private rates by check-in date
USD · 2 adults · 1 room. One-night and two-night totals for each check-in date. Open a date for other lengths and exact checkout dates.
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November 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2026-11-04 | $36 for 1 night · 2 nights $76 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-05 | $40 for 1 night · 2 nights $79 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-06 | $39 for 1 night · 2 nights $78 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-07 | $39 for 1 night · 2 nights $78 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-08 | $39 for 1 night · 2 nights $80 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-09 | $41 for 1 night · 2 nights $80 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-10 | $39 for 1 night · 2 nights $80 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-11 | $41 for 1 night · 2 nights $77 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-12 | $36 for 1 night · 2 nights $72 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-13 | $36 for 1 night · 2 nights $77 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-14 | $41 for 1 night · 2 nights $81 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-15 | $40 for 1 night · 2 nights $82 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-16 | $42 for 1 night · 2 nights $78 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-17 | $36 for 1 night · 2 nights $77 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-18 | $41 for 1 night · 2 nights $76 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-19 | $35 for 1 night · 2 nights $77 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-20 | $42 for 1 night · 2 nights $84 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-21 | $42 for 1 night · 2 nights $79 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-22 | $37 for 1 night · 2 nights $76 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-23 | $39 for 1 night · 2 nights $78 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-24 | $39 for 1 night · 2 nights $80 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-25 | $41 for 1 night · 2 nights $83 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-26 | $42 for 1 night · 2 nights $81 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-27 | $39 for 1 night · 2 nights $75 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-28 | $36 for 1 night · 2 nights $78 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-29 | $42 for 1 night · 2 nights $84 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-30 | $42 for 1 night · 2 nights $84 · up to 14 nights priced |
December 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2026-12-01 | $42 for 1 night · 2 nights $82 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-02 | $40 for 1 night · 2 nights $77 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-03 | $37 for 1 night · 2 nights $76 · up to 14 nights priced |
#2 of 6 hotels in Mount Lavinia by Axel's take. Mount Lavinia is #5 of 5 places to stay in Colombo. The best hotels in Mount Lavinia, ranked · Where to stay in Colombo
Axel's take: 8.1/10
A strong budget beach base, with helpful staff and some room-to-room inconsistency. a small, no-frills budget hotel near Mount Lavinia Beach, scored for what it is.
Tropic Inn is a small, no-frills budget hotel a short walk from Mount Lavinia Beach, rather than a beachfront resort. It’s a strong pick for travelers who want simple comfort and personal service. Recent Tripadvisor, Expedia and Trip.com guests repeatedly praise the helpful staff, clean rooms and food, especially Sri Lankan breakfasts. The hotel says its 14 rooms have been upgraded, with air-conditioning and private bathrooms; Booking.com’s strong overall rating supports the generally positive picture.
The trade-offs are consistency and quiet. Some guests report street noise, late-night music or weak soundproofing, while a smaller number describe housekeeping lapses and awkward booking or payment handling. Request a quieter room and reconfirm late arrivals and breakfast inclusion. We’d skip it for a resort-style holiday or if dependable silence matters more than beach access and value.
Best for: budget-conscious beach visitors; couples wanting a simple base; travelers who value personal service
Watch out for: street noise and occasional late-night music; uneven housekeeping in some recent reports; reconfirm arrival and breakfast arrangements
Location: A short walk from Mount Lavinia Beach, shops and restaurants; outside central Colombo.
Rooms: Upgraded air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms; size and soundproofing vary.
Cleanliness: Mostly praised across sites, although some recent guests report missed cleaning details.
Service: Friendly, attentive staff are the standout; a minority report booking and management problems.
Amenities: Restaurant, breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking; think small hotel, not full-service resort.
Fees and surprises: Breakfast depends on the booking; transfers and laundry cost extra, as may early or late checkout.
Axel's opinion of Tropic Inn - Mount Lavinia, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Trip.com · en.planetofhotels.com. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.
About Tropic Inn - Mount Lavinia
- Property type: Hotel
- 3-star hotel
- Oyo Rooms
- 30 College Avenue, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia
- Amenities: No pool, Babysitting, Breakfast (extra charge), Restaurant, Parking (free), Airport shuttle (extra charge), Local shuttle, Wi-Fi (free), Wi-Fi in public areas
- Check-in from: 14:00
- Check-out by: 12:00
- City page: Hotels in Colombo
Room types
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Source: ETG room descriptions.
Standard room
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Standard Triple room with balcony
- Room features: Balcony
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Standard Family room
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Standard Single room (single bed)
- Beds: single bed
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Standard Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
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Standard Double room with balcony (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Balcony
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Standard Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
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Standard Triple room
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
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Standard Quadruple Family room
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
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