Galle Face Hotel
2, Galle Road, Kollupitiya, 00100 Colombo, Sri Lanka – Excellent location – show map
This was the third time I stayed at the Galle Face Hotel. I have always enjoyed the scenic views and the hospitality. It is one of those old-school hotels that offer a lot of class and grace. I will definitely return for another stay!
India
This iconic and colonial-style hotel, built in 1864, features a spa and a saltwater pool with lounge chairs that faces the vast Indian Ocean. With hardwood floors, most rooms at Galle Face Hotel offer views of the Indian Ocean, Galle Face Green or Colombo City. They come equipped with a TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. A minibar and a personal safe are included. Guests can enjoy a relaxing massage at the spa or work out at the gym. Galle Face Hotel also provides a business center. In the heart of Colombo City, Galle Face Hotel is a 15-minute drive from Odel Shopping Mall and just 22 miles from Colombo International Airport. Local and international dining options can be enjoyed at the hotel's 2 on-site restaurants, Verandah and 1864. For a drink, guests can head to the bar.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Fitness center
- 3 restaurants
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
Availability
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Property practices
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Arjun
India“This was the third time I stayed at the Galle Face Hotel. I have always enjoyed the scenic views and the hospitality. It is one of those old-school hotels that offer a lot of class and grace. I will definitely return for another stay!”
Mark
Israel“Not my first stay at the hotel Stay was good as always I recived a room upgrade which was very nice Breakfast ,service and house keeping very good Nice relaxing pool area”- Althea
United Arab Emirates“The service was exceptional. Friendly, pre-emptive. The property was well loved and it showed”
Hotel area info
Restaurants3 Restaurants On Site
- Verandah Restaurant
- CuisineAmerican • Chinese • Indian • Local
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Romantic
- King of the Mambo - Cuban Restaurant
- CuisineInternational
- Open forDinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceModern • Romantic
- The 1864
- CuisineInternational
- Open forDinner
- AmbienceRomantic
Amenities of Galle Face HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.6
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Fitness center
- 3 restaurants
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Slippers
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Wardrobe or closet
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Private beach area
- Terrace
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Live music/Performance
- Themed dinnersAdditional charge
- Beach
- Evening entertainment
- Sitting area
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Telephone
- FruitAdditional charge
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Valet parking
- Parking garage
- Accessible parking
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Business centerAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Car rental
- Packed lunches
- Elevator
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Suit press
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake-up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Open all year
- Pool with view
- Saltwater pool
- Pool/Beach towels
- Pool bar
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Fitness
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples' massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Spa facilities
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- MassageAdditional charge
- Fitness center
- SaunaAdditional charge
- Arabic
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
- Japanese
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Galle Face Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
A mandatory tax of SSCL 2.5% will be charged. if payments are made in Local currency (LKR) for all guests.
FAQs about Galle Face Hotel
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Galle Face Hotel has 3 restaurants:
- King of the Mambo - Cuban Restaurant
- Verandah Restaurant
- The 1864
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Galle Face Hotel is 0.9 miles from the center of Colombo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The nearest beach is 150 feet from Galle Face Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Galle Face Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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The prices at Galle Face Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Room options at Galle Face Hotel include:
- Double
- Twin
- Suite
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Galle Face Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Fitness center
- Sauna
- Massage
- Evening entertainment
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Spa facilities
- Hand massage
- Live music/Performance
- Couples' massage
- Swimming pool
- Fitness
- Themed dinners
- Neck massage
- Private beach area
- Full-body massage
- Beach
- Head massage
- Back massage
- Foot massage
