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The Lion Pub & Hotel

3.0 star property

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An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a building in the background.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a black leather sofa, and a wall with golden artwork.
A building with a sign reading 'The Lion Pub & Hotel' and a large white lion statue in front.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, flags hanging from the ceiling, and a chalkboard menu on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, and a wardrobe.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$28
includes taxes & fees
10 July - 11 July

Explore the area

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220 Galle Rd, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia, WP, 10370
  • Place, Mount Lavinia Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Traditional Puppet Art Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Dehiwala Zoological Garden
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Balcony, City View

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Double Room, Balcony, City View

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Room, Balcony, Courtyard View

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Double Room, Balcony, Courtyard View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Mount Lavinia

At The Lion Pub & Hotel you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Mount Lavinia Beach and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Traditional Puppet Art Museum. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This hotel has a terrace and locker space. .In the area of this 3-property class Mount Lavinia hotel, you'll find Colombo City Centre.

What's nearby

  • Mount Lavinia Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Traditional Puppet Art Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Dehiwala Zoological Garden - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Colombo City Centre - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Galle Face Green - 11 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Wellawatta Railway Station - 10 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sugar Beach - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Steam Boat Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Loon Tao Chinese Seafood - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Lion Pub & Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The Lion Pub & Hotel also features a terrace and an ATM. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Mount Lavinia hotel.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Lion Pub & Hotel offers 14 accommodations with air conditioning. Rooms open to balconies. This Mount Lavinia hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Lion Pub & Hotel?

Yep, The Lion Pub & Hotel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lion Pub & Hotel?

As of 4 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lion Pub & Hotel on 10 Jul 2026 start from NZ$28, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Lion Pub & Hotel?

Yep, The Lion Pub & Hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Mount Lavinia Beach.

What makes The Lion Pub & Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Lion Pub & Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Lion Pub & Hotel?

No, The Lion Pub & Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Lion Pub & Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Lion Pub & Hotel?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Lion Pub & Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Lion Pub & Hotel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colombathanthrige

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiran Perera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026