Hotel Renuka & Renuka City Hotel

Colombo


The well-run Renuka is bifurcated into two different buildings. Its 99 rooms are well maintained and have safes, fridges and 24-hour room service. It's well maintained; the decor is unadorned modern. Be sure to get a room not facing Galle Rd. The staff are good, as is the basement Palmyrah restaurant, known for its Jaffna dishes.


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