Title: Houseboats By DAE Colombo Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6336504&destination=Piliyandala%2C+Western+Province%2C+Sri+Lanka&selected=114729090&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Houseboats By DAE Colombo ## Photo gallery for Houseboats By DAE Colombo ![Restaurant - Houseboats By DAE Colombo (Piliyandala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114730000/114729100/114729090/e84c8ba6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cabin, Lake View | Lake view - Houseboats By DAE Colombo (Piliyandala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114730000/114729100/114729090/f8461e3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Houseboats By DAE Colombo (Piliyandala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114730000/114729100/114729090/b5481238.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Daily continental breakfast (USD 10 per person) - Houseboats By DAE Colombo (Piliyandala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114730000/114729100/114729090/f4cae513.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cabin, Lake View | 5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Houseboats By DAE Colombo (Piliyandala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114730000/114729100/114729090/781bf957.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 - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available £225 includes taxes & fees 1 May - 2 May ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Apr 2 - Apr 3](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=114729090&PinnedHotelID=114729090&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=114729090&PinnedHotelID=114729090&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Apr 3 - Apr 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-04&selected=114729090&PinnedHotelID=114729090&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-04&selected=114729090&PinnedHotelID=114729090&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Apr 3 - Apr 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=114729090&PinnedHotelID=114729090&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=114729090&PinnedHotelID=114729090&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr 10 - Apr 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=114729090&PinnedHotelID=114729090&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=114729090&PinnedHotelID=114729090&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Cabin, Lake View ![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 - Lake view - 320 sq ft - 5 bedrooms - 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. More rewards for more adventures! [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 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 ski runs. [Visit our Piliyandala travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Piliyandala.dx6336504) [View more Cruise ships in Piliyandala](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Piliyandala-Cruise-Ships.d6336504-aaCruiseShips.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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 - ![Mount Lavinia Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6121078/70561f07-3706-40a3-9200-3d4403b01cc9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mount Lavinia Beach 25 min drive \- 9.3 miles - 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 ### Getting around - Colombo Fort Station 34 min drive - Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) 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 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), tour/ticket information and coffee/tea in reception - 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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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 ### 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? ### How much does it cost to stay at Houseboats By DAE Colombo? ### Is Houseboats By DAE Colombo pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Houseboats By DAE Colombo? ### What time is check-in at Houseboats By DAE Colombo? ### What time is check-out at Houseboats By DAE Colombo? ### Where is Houseboats By DAE Colombo located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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