Hotel Janaki, Colombo
About the Hotel
Hotel Janaki is a 3.5-star family-managed property located in Havelock Town, Colombo, known for its spacious accommodations and modern amenities. The hotel features an outdoor pool, two dining options, and provides free WiFi throughout the premises. Established over 45 years ago, it remains a significant entity in the Sri Lankan tourism industry.
Location
Hotel Janaki is ideally situated close to major attractions like the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall and Independence Memorial Hall. The property is accessible via public transportation, making it convenient for exploring the vibrant city of Colombo. For air travel, Bandaranaike International Airport is located approximately 15 km from the hotel.
Rooms
Air-conditioned guestrooms offer tranquil settings with private bathrooms. Each room at Janaki Hotel Colombo is equipped with a flat-screen TV featuring cable channels and a minibar. Guests can also find safes and complimentary toiletries in their accommodations, ensuring a comfortable stay.
Eat & Drink
Dining at Hotel Janaki includes two options: the Lotus Restaurant, specializing in Indian cuisine, and the Sapphire Restaurant, which offers an international menu. Both venues emphasize the use of fresh, high-quality ingredients in their meal preparations. Guests can additionally find a coffee shop and a bar serving an array of wines and spirits in a welcoming atmosphere.
Leisure & Business
Leisure facilities at Hotel Janaki include an outdoor pool and a garden area for relaxation. Business services offered to guests include dry cleaning, laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel also has event spaces, managed by a skilled team, suitable for weddings and corporate gatherings.
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's buffet
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Garden area
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
Arriving at the hotel in the evening with no one to receive us was a bit of a downer, but the rooms, although outdated, were large. It would have been helpful to view the room before checking in. The service, particularly from the front desk and guards, was incredibly kind and helpful. The location is good, close to important places but could use some improvement for the price. The dining experience was simple and tasty, offering a nice variety between Western and Sri Lankan dishes.
The hotel had a strange smell with mould, flies, and ants in the bathroom, and the pillows and sheets looked unchanged from previous guests. Despite these issues, the room was good overall.
The hotel had a very poor room cleaning service, but the rooms themselves were clean and comfortable. The staff was useless and check-out took too long, almost causing us to miss our flight. The location was great, with easy access to eateries and shops. Dining options were satisfactory with a good variety of dishes. Overall, a good value place to stay though some aspects needed improvement.
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were spacious and decent for the price, but cleanliness was a major issue with mold, flies, and ants present. The service was helpful, but there were instances of poor customer handling. The location was convenient with good eateries nearby, but the heavy cigarette smoke was disturbing. The dining experience exceeded expectations, offering quality beyond what I anticipated.
Arriving at the hotel in the evening around 6 o'clock, there was no one there to receive me. The rooms towards the street with slippery floors are in need of a facelift. Service was lacking as they didn't really care about our needs and were more focused on payment, which is disappointing. The location is convenient, close to important places in Colombo and just 40 minutes from the airport.
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The room had some issues with cleanliness and pests, but it was spacious. The service was helpful but lacked warmth. The location was great with easy access to eateries. The dining experience was not the best. The facilities offered were satisfactory.
The hotel's rooms with single beds joined were disappointing, as the carpet was very old and the room had a smelly, uninviting atmosphere. On a positive note, the service was exceptional, with the staff being very nice and helpful. The location, while not easily accessible and far from main business areas, offers a quiet environment close to important places in Colombo. The dining experience was simple, so don't expect too much. The facilities were decent, providing the basics you'd need for a comfortable stay.
The hotel's location is ideal, close to important places in Colombo and just 40 minutes from the airport. The rooms, while in need of a facelift and lacking in ambience, are spacious with joined single beds, offering decent comfort. The service, although not friendly and sometimes indifferent, did go out of the way to assist, like arranging taxis to the airport. The dining experience had a good variety of dishes, with made-to-order omelettes, despite some delays. The facilities are rundown, with water dropping from the ceiling in the bathroom.
The hotel's location is top-notch with easy access to some good eateries and Selyn handicrafts nearby. The rooms were unfortunately not well-maintained, with mold, flies, and ants in the bathroom, and dirty sheets and pillows suggesting poor cleanliness standards. The floors were dangerously slippery with polished tiles, and the overall cleanliness was subpar.
The hotel is conveniently located, close to important places in Colombo, with a calm atmosphere and just 40 minutes from the airport. The rooms have an old central air conditioning system, but they are equipped with good air conditioning. The service is well-trained and polite, although not very welcoming at times. The dining options are simple, so don't expect too much variety. Overall, a good value place to stay with plenty of nearby restaurants and boutiques.
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