Cinnamon Lakeside, ColomboCinnamon Lakeside in Colombo, Sri Lanka has a corrected score of 3.2 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 24 of 32 hotels we score in Colombo. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.3 before correction: Booking.com 3.3, Agoda 3.4. Rooms from about $99 a night (cached, not a live quote).Cinnamon Lakeside is a five-star hotel situated on the banks of Beira Lake in central Colombo. The seven-story pyramid building occupies a seven-acre site and contains 346 rooms, including 20 suites. It serves business travellers and families through its proximity to the commercial district and its kid-friendly facilities. Guests can access seven restaurants, three bars, an outdoor swimming pool, and a health club featuring tennis and squash courts. The property also includes a spa and a gym. While the location is convenient, the hotel can experience a crowded atmosphere and noise from the surrounding area.What stands out

Seven on-site restaurants

Direct lakefront views

Extensive sports facilities

Central commercial location

Watch out for

Can feel crowded

External noise levels

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