Uga Residence
At a glance: 5-star · Since 2015 · 12 rooms
Near: Gangarama Temple · 2 min walk
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For dining, the hotel's own Rare Bar & Kitchen is a standout, blending Sri Lankan flavors with international dishes in an elegant setting. The adjacent Residence Bar serves pre-dinner cocktails and late-night snacks. Just a short stroll away, Park Street Mews offers a cobbled precinct with high-end dining options. You can also explore local street food by taking a short tuk-tuk ride from the hotel. The Gangarama Temple area, a 2-minute walk, has small cafés and local food spots nearby.
Uga Residence sits on Park Street in central Colombo, right beside the Gangarama Buddhist shrine. The Gangarama Temple is a 2-minute walk away, with Seema Malakaya Temple 5 minutes and Gangaramaya Park 7 minutes on foot. Viharamahadevi Park is also 7 minutes away, and the Colombo Lotus Tower is a 14-minute stroll. The area mixes historic temples, leafy parks, and the city's shops, galleries, and cafés close by. Park Street Mews, a dining and shopping precinct, is just a short walk from the hotel. It is a calm, central spot for exploring Colombo's culture and everyday life.
From Bandaranaike International Airport, the drive to Uga Residence is about 32 km and usually takes 35 to 50 minutes. You can book a private transfer with an English-speaking chauffeur-guide who meets you in the arrivals lobby and drives you directly to the hotel. Alternatively, Kompannavediya Railway Station is 1.1 km away and Kollupitiya Railway Station is 1.3 km, so you could take a train and then a short taxi or tuk-tuk ride. The hotel is on Park Street, beside the Gangarama Buddhist shrine, so any driver will know the location. A pre-booked transfer is the simplest option after a long flight.
In the evening, you can start with a drink at the Residence Bar, which serves pre-dinner cocktails and late-night snacks, or dine at the hotel's Rare Bar & Kitchen. Just a short walk away, Gangarama Temple is 2 minutes away and Seema Malakaya Temple is 5 minutes, both peaceful spots for an evening stroll. Gangaramaya Park and Viharamahadevi Park are each a 7-minute walk, ideal for a relaxed wander. For a longer outing, Colombo Lotus Tower is 14 minutes away, and Galle Face Green is a 20-minute walk, where you can enjoy the sea breeze. The nearby Park Street Mews area offers more dining and bar options within easy reach.
Uga Residence is a great base for exploring Colombo, with many key sights within easy walking distance. Gangarama Temple is just a 2-minute walk away, and Seema Malakaya Temple is 5 minutes on foot. You can also reach Gangaramaya Park and Viharamahadevi Park in 7 minutes, and Colombo Lotus Tower in 14 minutes. For a longer stroll, Galle Face Green is a 20-minute walk, while the Floating Market in Pettah and Independence Square are each 22 minutes away. For sights further out, a tuk-tuk or taxi from the hotel is a simple option. The hotel's central location makes it easy to set out for the day and return comfortably.
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