The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel Katunayaka, Katunayaka ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Airport Minuwangoda Road, Katunayaka, Sri Lanka, 11450

The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel offers a convenient stay with a shared lounge, garden, and restaurant. This 3-star Katunayaka hotel features free private parking and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel are equipped with air conditioning, a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and mini-bar. Guests can choose from double and triple rooms, each offering a private entrance and garden views.

Dining & Nearby Options

The hotel provides a restaurant serving Chinese and Asian dishes as well as a continental or à la carte breakfast. A shared kitchen is available for guests who prefer to prepare their own meals.

Leisure & Local Attractions

Guests can enjoy the natural beauty at nearby sites such as Muthurajawela Visitor Centre and Horagolla National Park. The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel is also located near various temples, including Angurukaramulla Temple and Abhayasekararama Temple.

Services & Transportation

The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel features services including a tour desk and luggage storage. With Bandaranaike International Airport just a few steps away, the transit hotel is accessible for international travelers.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

King Room

Max:

2 persons

16 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Family Room

Max:

2 persons

21 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Shower

Air conditioning

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Deluxe Room

Max:

2 persons

9 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Garden view

Shower

Air conditioning

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Katunayaka 1.1 mi

Airports

Bandaranaike International (CMB) 1.4 mi

Kelaniya (KEZ) 19.3 mi

Train

Katunayake Railway Station 2.1 mi

What our guests says about facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Sri Lankan Cuisine

During my stay, I had the opportunity to dine at the food court restaurant. The variety of dishes was impressive, and I particularly loved the Sri Lankan cuisine. It was a good experience enjoying local flavors at any time of day. Highly recommend trying the cuttlefish and Nai Miris chicken!

Calvin123. USA, 2024-03-12Read full review on

Comfortable Accommodations

I stayed in a deluxe queen room for six days, and I can honestly say it was very comfortable. The room was equipped with AC, a refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV, making my evenings quite enjoyable. The 24-hour hot and cold water was a such a convenience!

Nancy456. UK, 2024-07-25Read full review on

Ample Parking Space

I was pleasantly surprised by the ample parking available on-site, which gave me peace of mind knowing I could park my vehicle safely. It's a great feature for travelers who might be renting a car or just need a secure spot for their vehicle.

Wendy789. Canada, 2024-09-15Read full review on

Great Entertainment Options

The hotel's media and entertainment options were fantastic. I enjoyed catching up on shows with the available local channels on the TV. It was the perfect way to unwind after a day of traveling.

Dan321. Australia, 2024-10-30Read full review on

What’s included

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Fire extinguishers

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Board games

Spa & Leisure

Karaoke
Entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Dressing area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Airport Minuwangoda Road, Katunayaka, Sri Lanka, 11450

Map view

Airport Minuwangoda Road, Katunayaka, Sri Lanka, 11450

City landmarks

Katunayake

18th Mile Post Junction

2.5 mi

Church

Our Lady Of Lourdes Kimbulapitiya

1.5 mi

kimbulapitiya jnc

1.5 mi

Pagoda

Angurukaramulla Temple

3.4 mi

Bodhipadhaparamaya

1.9 mi

Muthuwadiya Sri Wisuddharamaya

1.9 mi

Methodis Church

2.1 mi

Thempala Common Cemetery

2.1 mi

Church

Ulluambalama Christ The King Church

2.1 mi

Uluambalama Church

2.1 mi

St/ Mariya Church Kalahugoda

2.2 mi

St. Sebastian Church

2.2 mi

Kuswala Sri Pushparamaya

2.3 mi

Sudarshana Meditation Center

2.3 mi

Church

Methodist Church

2.3 mi

Nisasala Raamaya

2.3 mi

Sudarshanaramaya Temple Yatiyana

2.3 mi

Jayasudharshanaramaya

2.3 mi

No 153 Andiambalama

Travel in Green Island

2.4 mi

Buddhist Temple

2.4 mi

Wijayarama Temple

2.4 mi

Test point

2.4 mi

St. Anne's Church

2.4 mi

No-343/5 Samagi Mawatha ,Kurana

Destination Sri Lanka

2.5 mi

Church

Our Lady of Purification Church

2.7 mi

Bolawalana Church

2.7 mi

Tenple

2.8 mi

Nanda Raama Temple

2.9 mi

Raddolugama Jummah Palliya

2.9 mi

Shantha Raamaya

2.9 mi

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Clean rooms

Convenient location

Limited dining options

Service speed

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

8.4

Location

9.2

Service

7.2

Dining

5.0

Jamie

United States of America, December 2024

7.6/10

I had a pretty good experience at this hotel overall. The rooms were clean and comfortable, making my stay pleasant. The location was super convenient, being really close to the airport, which was a huge plus for me. However, the dining options were a bit minimal and could definitely use some improvement. Despite that, the value for money was pretty decent.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, offering a good level of relaxation after a long day.

Service

7.0

The service was decent; I found the staff helpful, but there were moments that felt a bit slow.

Location

9.0

The hotel is really close to the airport, making it perfect for travelers on the go.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited, falling short of my expectations for breakfast variety.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were generally okay, but there's definitely room for improvement.

Clean rooms

Limited dining options

Jake

United States of America, November 2024

7.8/10

My stay at this hotel was quite pleasant, as it offered clean and spacious rooms at a reasonable price. The staff was attentive, making my experience even better. However, there were a few hiccups, like the limited breakfast choices which could definitely use some improvement. On the plus side, the location is quite convenient, making it easy to explore the nearby attractions.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean and spacious, providing a comfortable environment for my stay.

Service

8.0

The service was attentive, and the staff seemed genuinely eager to help.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located, making it easy to access nearby attractions.

Dining

5.0

Unfortunately, the breakfast options were somewhat limited, which was disappointing.

Facilities

8.0

The overall facilities were well-maintained, adding to the comfort of my stay.

Susan

United States of America, October 2024

7.2/10

My stay at the hotel was quite pleasant with clean and spacious rooms that offered a nice level of comfort. The location was perfect for anyone needing quick access to the airport, but the dining options left something to be desired. The staff were helpful, but the service felt a tad slow at times. Overall, it's great value for money, especially given the accessibility.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and spacious, making my stay comfortable.

Service

7.0

The staff was helpful, but the service could be a bit slow at times.

Location

9.0

The hotel is very close to the airport, which was incredibly convenient for me.

Dining

5.0

The dining options weren't the best, particularly at breakfast.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, but nothing overly impressive stood out.

Craig

United States of America, October 2024

7.4/10

I had a decent stay here, with some highlights and a few areas needing improvement. The hotel was very close to the airport, which made my late-night arrival stress-free. The rooms were clean and spacious, providing a comfortable atmosphere. However, the dining options were a bit limited, and the service had its ups and downs. Overall, it felt like good value for the money, but there are a couple of things they could improve.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and spacious, which made for a comfortable stay.

Service

7.0

The service was okay, though there were moments where it felt a bit disorganized.

Location

9.0

The location is fantastic, just minutes away from the airport, which was a major plus for me.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were somewhat limited, which was disappointing, especially for breakfast.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had nice amenities, but I expected a bit more variety.

William

United States of America, September 2024

8.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, making it a nice spot to unwind. The location was super convenient, being really close to the airport and a little restaurant next door for dinner. On the downside, the dining options for breakfast were limited, and the Wi-Fi was an extra cost that I wasn't expecting.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, providing a restful environment.

Service

7.0

Service was generally good, but I felt like the staff could be more attentive.

Location

10.0

The hotel is situated very close to the airport, which made my arrival and departure much easier.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast options were a bit on the sparse side, which was disappointing.