What's it like in Pettah?

Pettah is a neighborhood that travelers like for its seafood restaurants, shopping, and sporting events. Be sure to check out Pettah Market and Dutch Period Museum as part of your Pettah travel plans.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Pettah, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Pettah.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Pettah?

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What are the top things to see and do in Pettah?

Landmarks in Pettah that you won't want to miss include Dutch Period Museum and Kayman’s Gate Bell Tower. Pettah Market and Khan Clock Tower are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Pettah include Bally's Casino, Talangama Wetland, and Colombo Harbor. While you're out sightseeing, King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe Prison Cell and Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct are a couple of additional sights to visit in Colombo.

How can I get around Pettah and the greater Colombo area?

If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Colombo Fort Station.

Top Pettah Hotels

Our top choices for Pettah hotels

Dutch Heritage Colombo

Fort, 0.9 km from Pettah

Jeffrey

₩99,984 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026

Deluxe King Room with Private Courtyard & Sitting Area | 13 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Nyne Hotels Lake Lodge - Colombo

Kollupitiya, 2.4 km from Pettah

Pascal

₩196,746 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026

The Villas Wadduwa

30.1 km from Pettah

"I spent 2 nights at this beautiful property, and I was greeted with warmth and genuine hospitality by the staff. The check-in process was seamless, and I was immediately made to feel like a valued guest. We received a great welcome drink, fruit and chocolates! The property is beautiful, access to the beach was perfect but what truly sets The Villas Wadduwa apart from other properties was the exceptional level of customer service. I had a luxury villa with plunge pool; it was perfect and worth...

Danielle