Located in Katunayake, within 11 km of St Anthony's Church and 33 km of R Premadasa Stadium, Shady transit hotel provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is set 34 km from Khan Clock Tower, 39 km from Bambalapitiya Railway Station and 8.8 km from Maris Stella College. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom with a shower, while some rooms are equipped with a terrace and others also offer garden views. Dutch Fort is 10 km from the hostel, while Sugathadasa Stadium is 32 km from the property. Bandaranaike International Airport is 1 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 double beds
1 single bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.2
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Piritta
    Finland Finland
    Nice and clean room to rest before/after flight. If you don't need any special amenities, it is good choice for one night stay. AC was good, good variety of tv- channels, hot water from the shower. Very friendly staff!
  • Patricia
    United States United States
    Perfect location near to the airport. Extremely clean and comfortable bedroom. The owner is very kind and nice. Everything was perfect
  • Jeroen
    China China
    Kasun was a great and kind host and did everything to make me feel comfortable while waiting for my flight. Clean, quiet and comfortable rooms. Wifi and warm showers present. Location a 10 minute drive to the airport.
  • Chen
    Israel Israel
    Very close to airport if you need one night after/before long flight!
  • Emma
    Taiwan Taiwan
    We landed to the airport very late night. So when we arrived to the hotel, It ‘s already midnight.But the staffs do the best services for us, And show us the place to buy adapter and the restaurant to eat. And call the car for us. They show their...
  • Mar
    Spain Spain
    So wonderfull and the personal so nice. Really clean and confortable
  • Susannah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very good value! The staff member Kasun was very efficient and friendly and thanks to him I reached the hotel easily in the middle of the night. I will definitely stay again!
  • Christopher
    Austria Austria
    Fine and basic place for a night after arrival or before departure; stayed their directly after arrival in Sri Lanka. Ashan, the host, allowed us to leave our luggage there for some hours before leaving Sri Lanka 3 weeks later without charging...
  • Mmjj
    Poland Poland
    Very friendly and helpful owners. Spacious and comfortable room. There was no problem for the owners that we came after midnight.
  • Ben
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    Location perfect for getting to the airport. Staff extremely friendly. Room very clean and spacious.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Shady transit hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Room service
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Garden
Activities
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
    Reception services
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Trouser press
      Additional charge
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Car hire
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Shady transit hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 10:00 to 00:00
    Check-out
    From 10:00 to 12:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
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    FAQs about Shady transit hotel

    • The prices at Shady transit hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Shady transit hotel is 2.4 miles from the centre of Katunayake. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Shady transit hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Walking tours
      • Bike tours

    • Check-in at Shady transit hotel is from 10:00, and check-out is until 12:00.