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Uga Residence is a modern boutique hotel, set in the heart of Colombo. Built in the 19th-century by a wealthy barrister, Sheikh Salehboy Moosajee, it played host to grand receptions attended by British Governors, Indian Maharajas, aristocrats and the social icons of the time. Situated on the fringes of the upmarket residential neighbourhood Cinnamon Gardens and close to Galle Face Green and the colonial Fort, it forms a perfect base from which to explore the Colombo city.
Fully refurbished, Uga Residence now offers just eleven-suites, spread around an attractive swimming pool. Each of the luxuriously furnished suites feature period style furniture that complement the contemporary style and the modern conveniences. ‘RARE’, the Uga Restaurant, serves haute cuisine with a contemporary twist and the Residence bar has a fine selection of premium whiskies and wines. For relaxation there is a pool, gym and lush gardens.
Situated in close proximity of the Uga Residence is the lakeside shrine of Gangaramaya, one of the most important temples in Colombo. Further west is Galle Face Green Walk, a favourite evening jaunt for the locals. While to the south are Independence Square and National Museum. Day excursions can include Pinnawala Orphanage, home to over 60 elephant orphans and Kandy, famous for its Temple of Tooth and the Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya.
Amenities
24hr Room ServiceBanquet FacilitiesBar/PubBusiness CentreConciergeMeeting/Conference FacilitiesMultilingual StaffOutdoor PoolRestaurantSafety Deposit BoxesShuttle ServiceSpa/SaunaWi-Fi Available
Dec-Mar
31°C
MNL
GMT+ 8
Philippine Peso (PHP)
Location Uga Residence is located in a leafy residential area of Colombo, between Park Street and the lakeside temple of Gangarama.
Getting there Fly to Colombo (or indirect options via the Middle East and elsewhere), followed by a 45-minute road transfer to the hotel.
When to go From May to August the Yala monsoon brings rain to the island’s southwestern half, while the dry season here lasts from December to March. There is also an inter-monsoonal period in October and November when rain can occur in many parts of the island. Colombo and the low-lying coastal regions have an average temperature of 27°C.
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