Hilton Colombo Hotel

We stayed here on 2 separate occasions and what a difference! The first time we were greeted with a refreshing complimentary drink while we checked in. We were on the 13th floor with stunning views, leather chair, towelling robes, slippers and a whole array of La Source toiletries. Fantastic and all the little touches you would expect of a 5 star hotel. At breakfast, we even overlooked a stunning fountain in the hotel grounds. The second time, however, there were no welcome drinks, we were on the 7th floor which seemed to denote a lower standard of room as there were scant toiletries, no robe/slippers, no leather chair, very tired looking shower curtains etc. At breakfast we were directed to an area with no view, despite our request for one of the empty tables by the fountain. If I wrote this review after only the first stay, I would say how impressed I was. However, whilst our second stay was enjoyable (the hotel has several different restaurants, all serving wonderful food and with attentive service), our room certainly didn't feel like we were staying in a 5 star hotel. I would say this is a fabulous place to go and dine and have a few drinks, but I would probably book a room elsewhere.