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2 out of 5
Star Anise Boutique Capsule
15-1/1, Mudalige Mawatha, Colombo 01, Colombo, Colombo

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay!
It was a perfect stay. Receptionist was nice and kind, room was clean, breakfast is good. Hot shower was nice also. Would recommend this.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Response from Shanthan on 16 Mar 2019
Dear Guest, We would like to thank you for your review, it was a pleasure to have you with us!

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Arranged airport pick~up but the driver was holding a different name so couldn't find him initially. Bed was comfortable but being situated next to the door, I was frequently woken up by people opening and shutting the creaky door. The bathroom was a bit dirty and all toilets were wet as they doubled as shower stalls. Hotel staff were super friendly and very helpful while the location was the best for catching an early train from Colombo Fort train station.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Response from Shanthan on 6 Feb 2019
Dear Steven, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you had a good stay despite certain short comings. We do apologise for that. We will certainly look into the areas for improvements. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Response from Shanthan on 31 Dec 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and looks just like the pictures. Plus the beds are quite comfortable and the breakfast is yummy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Response from Shanthan on 31 Dec 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you had a good stay. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay. But note that there is noise from downstairs where a bar is located. So it might not be good for light sleepers.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Response from Shanthan on 28 Nov 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you had a good stay. We have certainly taken measures to ensure the noise reduction from below. We always ensure guest have a comfortable stay with us.

8/10 Good

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Response from Shanthan on 28 Nov 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cool little spot with everything you need
Great for a quick stopover in Colombo. Thought it would be closer to the train station than it was but short rickshaw ride away. Capsules were comfortable, breakfast was okay, good info/service available from staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Response from Shanthan on 26 Nov 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to seeing you soon again.

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable, capsule hotel stay.
Brief stay - really just to be close to Fort railway station for an early-morning train - but impressive capsule hostel at this price point, with clean and proper bedding. Beds are robustly built, so that others moving in their capsules don't creak too much, and there is plenty of space within the pod. Would happily stay again. Helpful staff host.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Response from Shanthan on 2 Nov 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you had a good stay. See you again soon!

10/10 Excellent

CRAIG, Belfast

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I started and ended my trip here.
great place to start and end your trip in Sri Lanka.. it is 5 min walk to Fort station where I got a train to Hikka. I took a tuktuk from airpirt to this hostel for 1600 rupees. there is an ATM at bottom of the road. There is a roller blind to give you complere privacy in your capsule. Clean towel was provided WIFI is good. Hot water Roof terrace for smokers. Only slightly negative thing is that the USB outlet in the capsule barely charged my phone. I had to use regular charger. Breakfast sandwiches were not to my taste.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Response from vic on 9 Aug 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. I appreciate that. We are ideally located close to everything you need in the colombo. Will check on the usd port you had mentioned. Thank you

8/10 Good

Johnny, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect for one night. Clean with ok facilities, and walking distance to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Response from Vic on 9 Aug 2018
Dear Traveller, Thank you for your feedback. It was Amazing to have you.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A+ experience
Well-run, clean, great place to stay

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The best choice for a budget stay in Colombo. Incredible staff, good food, nice cabins and amazing location.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Second time here. Very comfortable bed and environment. Slme arrogance from staff but not to worry about yet. Breakfast is simple. Location is good too!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Response from Vic on 27 Mar 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for kind words. I hope you had a good time with us.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious pods and great breakfast. Very friendly staff in an establishment that essentially feels brand new. No soap in the showers or toilets so that's a little weird but the otherwise clean environment makes up for it. Delicious breakfast made individually to order each morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Response from Vic on 21 Mar 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you, Its fabulous to hear that you had enjoyed. We hope to have you back soon

10/10 Excellent

Jeris, Singapore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect capsule beds for 2!
Location is alright. Beds are very comfortable. Simple sandwich breakfast. Wifi is not bad too. Staff i interected with were very friendly and helpful. A very good experience overall! This is the first time i see a double bed capsule. Works the same way (;
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Response from Vic on 21 Mar 2018
Thank you so much. It been a pleasure to have you with us. We are always working to ensure that we give the best for the guest.

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Response from Vic on 27 Mar 2018
Thank you

8/10 Good

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice
Good place with good services ideal for backpackers.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Response from Vic on 21 Mar 2018
Thank you for your kind words

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good transit place to stay
Great place that is clean and the staff is very helpful. I'd stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Response from Vic on 21 Mar 2018
Hello Travallers, Thank you for your kind words. Its great feedback from you .

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super friendly and well organized. Comfy beds. Appreciated the made sandwich for breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Response from Vic on 10 Jan 2018
Thank you very much. We are glad you are satisfied with the service

8/10 Good

Ayubowan, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean affordable capsule hotel in Colombo For
Staff are very accommodating, and wifi is good. Breakfast is good but not buffet. There were a few power failures, but they were only for a short time. Great location in Colombo Fort.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Response from vic on 10 Jan 2018
Thank you for your feedback, we are there to serve as much as possible for our guest.

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and very clean
Great location near the Dutch hospital courtyards. Very new and clean, but a hostel-like arrangement where you get a capsule. Great location for Fort Train Station - it’s a 10min wall down the road. Staff were super friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Response from Vic on 10 Jan 2018
Thank you. We appreciate your feedback. great to hear from you

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location. Clean. Great value for money!
Excellent location. Very clean. Lacks a bit of vibe at times but not the hostels fault. The showers were hot but lacked space to put your clothes etc. Staff were friendly and breakfast was good if you like rice and sambul!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Dear Guest, Thank you for your mail. Its great to hear your compliments. We will work hard to provide the best for our staff. Thank you.

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really great place to stay, very clean, nice breakfast, cute rooftop bar. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
Thank you great to hear you enjoyed yourself.

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Thank you!!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
comfortable and clean
These capsules are comfortable and clean and it was good for a 1 night stay. The area is good for colombo, not far from railway station etc. Breakfast is so-so but at least you can start your day with some fuel in your tank. A few things that could improve: would be better to have separate shower and toilet cubicles because shower over the toilet means it's always wet. Also it would be good to update the WiFi passwords given in the information sheet as they are not the current ones. I asked the guy at the reception for the password and had to ask him to repeat several times until I got it. Also it would be good to organise breakfast a bit better. For instance, put all cups on the table by the coffee so people can just help themselves instead of having to ask for a cup, then the coffee, then some milk etc. Will be a lot quicker.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

rowan , melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Modern hostel with comfy beds
We stayed a night in Colombo ahead of our Sri Lanka adventure and really liked this place. Clean and comfy beds and modern and class bathrooms. Good location only 10 minute walk to the train statio. Only downside was that it was fairly pricey and breakfast wasn't great. Overall 8.5/10
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Iva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and great place to stay
Nice and clean hotel. The staff is helpful, and they helped us to arrange airport transport. Great location, just a few minutes from Old Dutch Hospital. Highly recommend for a short/few days stay in Colombo.
Dear Guest, We are at Prime location. very near train station. We hope we have met your needs well. Thank you.

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place
The taxidriver had some problem to find it and the phone nummer was wrong on my booking. Very nice place ☺
Dear Guest, Thank you it was our pleasure to have served you well.

10/10 Excellent

Boon Kok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient & clean hotel. Value for money
It's a very clean hotel. The people are very nice. Location is 12 min walk from Fort Railway station. Value for money
Response from General Manager on 16 Dec 2016
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback.

8/10 Good

Laura

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Response from Shan on 26 Jan 2020
Dear Guest, We would like to thank you for your review, it was a pleasure to have you with us! We hope you had a good stay and enjoyed the capsule bed the privacy it has to offer. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Response from Shanthan on 13 Sept 2019
Dear Guest We would like to thank you for your review, it was a pleasure to have you with us! We hope you had a good stay and enjoyed the capsule bed the privacy it has to offer. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Response from Shanthan on 12 Mar 2019
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you had a good stay. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Mithunan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay centrally in Colombo
Excellent location, friendly staff Roshan and Deen were very helpful. Clean and comfy beds. Inconsistent wifi though
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Response from Shanthan on 7 Mar 2019
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you had a good stay and enjoyed the comfortable beds

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For one night it was close to perfect for a guy travelling alone.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Response from Shanthan on 11 Jan 2019
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you had a good stay. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Response from Shanthan on 11 Jan 2019
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We hope you had a good stay. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

YuChun, 台灣

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
背包旅行好去處
環境乾淨整潔，睡房有布簾保護隱私，很不錯！
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Response from Shanthan on 4 Jan 2019
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you had a good stay. We hope to see you again soon.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice budget alternative
I stayed in a premium capsule for two nights. It was nice and clean and the room had a perfect air conditioner. Also the service was good. This is a good budget alternative and the capsule concept will only get problematic if your roommates snore or can’t keep quiet during the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Response from Shanthan on 31 Dec 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you had a good stay. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Response from Shanthan on 27 Dec 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Backpackers paradise
A very good place for backpacking, very close to the center of city. The staff is friendly an helpful. And the capsules are very good. The breakfast was also quite nice
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Response from Shanthan on 22 Dec 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you had a good stay. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

W.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Un excellent choix à Colombo. Ne pas hésiter à prendre cet établissement
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Response from Shanthan on 22 Dec 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you had a good stay. We hope to see you again soon

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
스타아니스부티크캡슐 후기
개별블라인드가 있는 도미토리는 찾기 힘들어서 여기 숙박했어요. 콜롬보포트역에서 툭툭으로 100루피 줬구요 주변에 먹을만한 식당이 없어서 미리 기차역에서 사드시거나 사가시면 좋을꺼 같아요. 숙소 깔끔하고 컨디션 좋았어요!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Response from Shanthan on 17 Dec 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you had a good stay. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superställe för nån enstaka övernattning. Påväg till/från flygplats eller för vidare resa i landet. Rent, säkert och väldigt hjälpsam personal. Sköna sängar och och väldigt tyst trots att många bor i samma rum. Sov mig igenom hela natten och jag är lättväckt.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Response from Shanthan on 2 Dec 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We pride ourselves in ensuring that guest have a comfortable stay. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
兎にも角にも最高のスタッフがあげられる。 親切で優しくて人間味のあるおもてなしを受けることができる。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Response from Shanthan on 2 Dec 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us!. Our staff are trained to ensure that guest satisfaction is always met. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Response from Shanthan on 26 Nov 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you had a good stay.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice place to stay for a night
The bed was comfortable and the bathroom was clean. The whole room which has a capacity of 20 people max had only 1 floor stand hanger that could only hang several clothes and was fully occupied by other residents.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Response from Shanthan on 2 Nov 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you had a gd stay.

8/10 Good

Noelia, Madrid

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
El hotel es excelente, muy buena ubicacion y las camas son muy cómodas. Ideal pars viajeros en solitario. Llegue a las 8am al hotel y me cobraron 10€ por early check in, cuando por noche pagaba 13€. Un precio absolutamente alto. Además a las 11 me despertaron para hacer la habitación. Muy mal servicio en este caso. Deberían cobrar un precio razonable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Response from Shanthan on 13 Oct 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback and choosing to stay with us. We always look at giving the customers the best experience. Our housekeeping start doing up the beds that have checkout from 1130am onwards. We apologise if it had hindered your rest. We will look into ensuring the guest are not disturbed while housekeeping is doing their work. We hope to see you again.

10/10 Excellent

Hyanghee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
도미토리지만 개인실같은 프라이빗함
진짜 깨끗하고 쾌적했어요. 도미토리지만 침대가 크고 블라인드로 가릴 수 있어서 개인실 사용하는 느낌이 들 정도였습니다. 공항에서 콜롬보로 도착하는 정류장에선 툭툭으로 150루피 정도 됩니다
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Response from Shanthan on 13 Oct 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback and choosing to stay with us. We are glad you had a pleasant stay.

10/10 Excellent

sang gon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just Fantastic
It was just fantastic!! Very clean and calm. toilet and all facilities were clean and useful. Towel and bed sheets were crispy and clean. Staffs were kind. They gave us warm welcoming and useful information. breakfast was really good. Strong wifi. All things were fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Response from Shanthan on 26 Sept 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us!

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Sofie

Rent, pænt og sødt staff
Rigtig godt ophold
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Response from Shanthan on 13 Sept 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback and we are glad you have enjoyed your stay with us.