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ISHQ

Colombo, Sri Lanka

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Sri Lanka

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ISHQ

ISHQ Colombo is a luxury villa-style boutique hotel nestled in the heart of Sri Lanka's vibrant capital.

An exclusive four-bedroom retreat, it offers a harmonious blend of colonial charm and contemporary elegance, providing an intimate sanctuary for discerning travellers. Designed by Channa Daswatta, a protégé of the renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa, the villa showcases meticulous attention to detail and a deep appreciation for Sri Lanka's rich architectural heritage. Guests are welcomed into a serene oasis, featuring spacious suites adorned with bespoke furnishings, curated antiques, and expansive living areas that open onto lush gardens. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, ISHQ Colombo is committed to delivering unparalleled service and comfort.

The villa's dedicated team ensures a personalised experience tailored to each guest's preferences. Amenities such as a private pool, rooftop jacuzzi, and spa facilities further enhance the sense of indulgence. Situated in a tranquil neighbourhood, the villa offers easy access to Colombo's cultural landmarks, upscale dining venues, and boutique shopping districts, making it an ideal base for exploring the city's offerings. Whether seeking relaxation or adventure, ISHQ Colombo provides a refined setting for an unforgettable stay.

What we love

We love the fact that every room overlooks and has direct access to the courtyard pool
The small onsite spa is an absolute haven after a day of sightseeing
Curl up with a book from the owner’s library alongside the open courtyard
The food here is excellent with the focus on local ingredients providing an authentic Sri Lankan dining experience

Limited number of suites so early booking is advisable

The hotel is small with an intimate house-guest ambience, so you won’t have the anonymity or features of a larger hotel environment

Family-friendly accommodation with most suites able to accommodate extra beds. The villa can be rented as a whole to sleep 10 guests. Aside from the outdoor pool (which is not fenced), there is also a swing in the gardens for onsite entertainment. The villa’s chef can cater to any children’s meal requirements.

Ishq Colombo is a 40-minute drive (35km) from the Bandaranaike International Airport and a 1.5-hour drive (120km) from the historic port city of Galle.

What our travellers say

We went to Sri Lanka as a three-generation family of three. The superb trip was organised by Samanthie and the team and it's difficult to see how it could have been bettered.

Roy Wood (February 2026) Read the whole review here Google

Red Dot organised the most wonderful 3-week holiday for us. Samanthie built a trip around the amazing sights we had requested visiting, together with her own suggestions and a wide mix of hotels, which gave us the flavours of both traditional Sri Lanka and the sleek, stylish contemporary version of the country. Our Driver made the whole experience incredibly special for us.

Alie C (February 2026) Read the whole review here Trip Advisor

I can’t thank Cherylle and the Red Dot team enough for their meticulous planning of our family holiday to India travelling through Rajasthan over Christmas. As a family of all adults, every suggestion from daily activities to hotel choices was simply perfect. We travelled through Delhi, Ranthambore (an unforgettable tiger safari!), Jaipur and Agra and I truly feel we experienced the very best of each destination while moving at a relaxed, well thought out pace

Daisy Stanton (February 2026) Read the whole review here Google

My partner arranged a holiday trip at fairly short notice to Sri Lanka with Red Dot on a recommendation, Samanthie was so patient & helpful with her suggested itinerary which we followed with some minor amendments. On arrival at Colombo we met Manjula our chauffeur/guide who was absolutely brilliant!

Andrew S (February 2026) Read the whole review here Trip Advisor

Dulmini and the Red Dot Team arranged a fantastic trip for us around Assam and North East India. Faultless service. I cannot recommend them more highly.

Martin Thomas (February 2026) Read the whole review here Google

Wonderful company. Our holiday in Sri Lanka was perfect. Local knowledge made all the difference

Sandra Nicholson (February 2026) Read the whole review here Google

We looked up, and communicated with umpteen tour operators. Though Red Dot seemed to have offices in Sri Lanka and the UK, they seemed to have the best reviews. We were fortunate enough to correspond with Cherylle, who not only assured us of the safety of our friend, but created a personalised, and flexible, itinerary which we could not have done ourselves.

Jayant Banerji (February 2026) Read the whole review here Google

A 14-day tour with Red Dot Tours was the perfect antidote to the bleak UK winter. After a glowing recommendation from a friend, we contacted Red Dot Tours and were not disappointed. Our consultant, Lahiru, curated a seamless itinerary. Throughout the planning phase, Lahiru was incredibly responsive; the final itinerary—delivered via a user-friendly 'Guest Portal'—was impressively detailed, covering every hotel stay and excursion.

Phil Blair ( February 2026) Read the whole review here Google

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