Title: Houseboats By DAE Colombo Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Houseboats By DAE Colombo Riverwalk cruise ship with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114730000/114729100/114729090/b5481238.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114730000/114729100/114729090/dae323fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114730000/114729100/114729090/549d5e54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cabin, Lake View | 5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114730000/114729100/114729090/781bf957.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Daily continental breakfast (USD 10 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114730000/114729100/114729090/f4cae513.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies 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 a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). ## Popular amenities - Bar - Pool - Room service - Breakfast available - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping £235 includes taxes & fees 26 Nov - 27 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 17 - Nov 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=114729090&PinnedHotelID=114729090&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=114729090&PinnedHotelID=114729090&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 18 - Nov 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=114729090&PinnedHotelID=114729090&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=114729090&PinnedHotelID=114729090&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 21 - Nov 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=114729090&PinnedHotelID=114729090&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=114729090&PinnedHotelID=114729090&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 28 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=114729090&PinnedHotelID=114729090&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=114729090&PinnedHotelID=114729090&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cabin, Lake View | 5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114730000/114729100/114729090/781bf957.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Cabin, Lake View ### Highlights Separate sitting area Private hot tub Air conditioning 5 bedrooms Separate bath and shower Private bathroom Desk Iron/ironing board - 320 sq ft - 5 bedrooms - Lake view - Sleeps 2 - 5 King Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPiliyandala-Hotels-Houseboats-By-DAE.h114729090.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPiliyandala-Hotels-Houseboats-By-DAE.h114729090.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.75625%2C79.92809&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=a_h9I5vpX-_eTpzn8BzOyjxo9A0=) 131 A, Thotagahawatta Road, Madapatha,, Piliyandala, WP, 10360 #### What's nearby - Pearl Bay - 13 min drive - 5.6 miles - Bellanwila Raja Maha Viharaya - 21 min drive - 10.6 miles - Sri Lanka Air Force Museum - 23 min drive - 9.7 miles - Panadura Beach - 23 min drive - 8.0 miles - Mount Lavinia Beach - 25 min drive - 9.3 miles #### Getting around - Colombo Fort Station - 34 min drive - Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 72 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Seven Eleven Restaurant - Kesbawa - ‬11 min drive - ‪Data Reception Hall - ‬24 min drive - ‪Kamvelta Holiday Resort - ‬8 min drive - ‪Dominos Pizza Piliyandala - ‬12 min drive - ‪Nelum Kole - ‬25 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 a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). You'll also find perks such as: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), coffee/tea in reception and tour/ticket information - A nature reserve and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guest rooms at Houseboats By DAE Colombo offer comforts, such as 24-hour room service and Hot tubs, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas. 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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 lift ### 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 ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 100 - Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 5 to 12 years old) - Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 100 - Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 5 to 12 years old) - New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 100 - New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 5 to 12 years old) - New Year's Day (1 January) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 100 - New Year's Day (1 January) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 5 to 12 years old) - Valentine's Day (14 February) 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: from approximately USD 10 for adults and from 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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## 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 17 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Houseboats By DAE Colombo on 26 Nov 2025 start from £235.11, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Piliyandala-Hotels-Houseboats-By-DAE.h114729090.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Houseboats By DAE Colombo pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Houseboats By DAE Colombo? > 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? > Checkout 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. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question 10 ### Exceptional