Consider a stay at Houseboats By DAE Colombo and take advantage of a terrace, laundry facilities, and a bar. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
Located in Piliyandala, Houseboats By DAE Colombo is on the waterfront. Sri Lanka Air Force Museum and Traditional Puppet Art Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Kotte Rajamaha Viharaya and Isipathanaramaya Buddhist Temple. Pearl Bay and Dehiwala Zoological Garden are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing. Visit our Piliyandala travel guide
131 A, Thotagahawatta Road, Madapatha,, Piliyandala, WP, 10360
What's nearby
Mount Lavinia Beach
25 min drive - 14.9 km
Pearl Bay
13 min drive - 9.0 km
Bellanwila Raja Maha Viharaya
21 min drive - 17.0 km
Sri Lanka Air Force Museum
23 min drive - 15.5 km
Panadura Beach
23 min drive - 12.9 km
Getting around
Colombo Fort Station
34 min drive
Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)
72 min drive
Restaurants
Seven Eleven Restaurant - Kesbawa
11 min drive
Dominos Pizza Piliyandala
12 min drive
Domino's Pizza
14 min drive
Greenland Food Center
12 min drive
Jubilee Food Center
12 min drive
About this property
Houseboats By DAE Colombo
Cruise ship by the lake
You can look forward to a terrace, laundry facilities, and a bar at Houseboats By DAE Colombo. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
You'll also find perks like:
An outdoor pool
Free self parking
Continental breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in the lobby
A nature reserve and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Houseboats By DAE Colombo boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and private hot tubs, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with free toiletries
Separate sitting areas, children's slippers, and daily housekeeping
In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free secured self parking on site
Food and drink
Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Hosted evening meal available for a fee of USD 50
Things to do
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Lockers
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Outdoors
In a nature reserve
On a lake
Terrace
Accessibility
No elevator
More
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bathroom
Children's slippers
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
24-hour room service
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Free daily newspapers
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 100
Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 5 to 12 years old)
Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 100
Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 5 to 12 years old)
New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 100
New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 5 to 12 years old)
New Year's Day (January 1) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 100
New Year's Day (January 1) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 5 to 12 years old)
Valentine's Day (February 14) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 100
Valentine's Day (14 February) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 5 to 12 years old)
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
Hosted evening meal: USD 50
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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, debit cards, and cash
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Frequently asked questions
Does Houseboats By DAE Colombo have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Houseboats By DAE Colombo?
As of Mar 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Houseboats By DAE Colombo on Mar 10, 2026 start from ₩465,176, excluding 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.
Is Houseboats By DAE Colombo pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Houseboats By DAE Colombo?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Houseboats By DAE Colombo?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is Houseboats By DAE Colombo located?
This vessel pulls anchor and sets sail from Piliyandala for at least part of your stay.
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