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Galle Face Hotel

5.0 star property
Upmarket beachfront hotel with spa, near Galle Face Green

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Located near Crescat Shopping Mall and Colombo City Centre, Galle Face Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with a poolside bar, beachfront dining, and ocean views. Soak up the sun on the beach or unwind at the onsite spa. With 7 restaurants to choose from and an outdoor pool with sun loungers, previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 7 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • In-room childcare
  • Conference centre
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Feel at home (6)

  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is £65
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun

Room options

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Sea View Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Sea View Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Balcony Sea View Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Garden View Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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City View Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

City View Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Sea View Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Royal Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Royal Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 80 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Suites

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 100 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite Sea View Balcony | Beach/ocean view

Junior Suite Sea View Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 60 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite Sea View | Beach/ocean view

Junior Suite Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • 60 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

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2 Galle Road, Colombo, 300

What's nearby

  • Galle Face Green - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Colombo City Centre - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Sri Lanka National Museum - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Marino Mall - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 44 min drive
  • Bambalapitiya Railway Station - 11 min drive
  • Wellawatta Railway Station - 17 min drive
  • Colombo Fort Station - 29 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Stop - Cinnamon Grand - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kaffi - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪King Of The Mambo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Yu Mi Japanese Restaurent - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Roots - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Galle Face Hotel

Galle Face Hotel puts you a short five-minute drive from Colombo City Centre. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at 1864 Restaurant, one of 7 restaurants, which serves international cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 3 bars/lounges, a poolside bar and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 156 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site valet parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • 7 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • On the beach

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Built in 1864
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
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Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
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Special features

Spa

The on-site spa has couples treatment room(s).

Dining

1864 Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
In On the Green – This pub specialises in international cuisine. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
The Poolside Bar – This beach bar specialises in international cuisine and only serves light fare. Open daily.
King of the Mambo Cuban R – This beachfront restaurant specialises in seafood and only serves dinner. Open daily.
Travellers' Bar – Overlooking the ocean and garden, this bar specialises in international cuisine and only serves light fare. Open daily.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 7.5 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 71 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 3)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 2 and 18 costs USD 71 (one-way)

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 1 January.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Galle Face Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Galle Face Hotel?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Galle Face Hotel?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Galle Face Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 71 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Galle Face Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

Is there an on-site casino at Galle Face Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bellagio Casino (3-min drive) and Bally's Casino (3-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Galle Face Hotel and nearby?

Galle Face Hotel has 3 bars and a spa, as well as an outdoor pool and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Galle Face Hotel?

Yes, there are 7 on-site restaurants, featuring beachfront dining, international cuisine and garden views.

What's the area around Galle Face Hotel like?

Galle Face Hotel is located on the boardwalk in Kollupitiya, a short 19-minute walk from Colombo City Centre and 3 minutes' walk from High Commission of India. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Galle Face Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Ambience
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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, excellent, outstanding, and divine with a plentiful choice of food. (32 reviews)
  • The pool area is beautiful, large, and well-maintained with a qualified lifeguard always on duty. (9 reviews)
  • The property offers a variety of dining options with delicious buffet spreads and a range of cuisines. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Great place and location. Excellent food and lovely bar area.
1-night trip

10/10

Very pleasant stay, comfortable rooms, excellent food and good service.
1-night trip

10/10

Incredible stay. Great location and excellent value. The breakfast is outstanding too!!
1-night trip

8/10

Really enjoyed our stay at Galle Face - excellent location and the staff and food were wonderful.
2-night trip

10/10

Wonderful colonial style hotel on the seafront with an abundance of character.
19-night trip

10/10

Good location and very historical hotel.
1-night trip

10/10

Old-style charm coupled with modern amenities, all underpinned by excellent service in a fantastic location.
2-night trip

10/10

It was a lovely stay for Xmas
1-night trip

10/10

I love these old heritage hotels and this didnt disappoint - very atmospheric and a whos who of famous people have stayed - nice friendly staff, nice pool, had a big sea view balcony room
2-night trip

8/10

Everything was perfect! Highly recommend!
4-night trip

10/10

The place is amazing! Breakfast was incredible and the location perfect to explore Galle fort. Only surprised I didn’t have any house keeping during my two day stay. I had to take down used glasses and there was little attention to the needs I had to communicate with the staff. I would have expected a bit more service from the standard of this hotel.
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent stay in a historic hotel
3-night trip

10/10

Very classy old heritage hotel but well maintained awesome bar right at the beach
1-night trip

10/10

The service was great. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Good location!
2-night trip

10/10

Old style colonial hotel taking one back to another are
2-night trip

10/10

Amazing location and staff. Full of history.
3-night trip

10/10

Amazing place with amazing view and great staff.
5-night trip

10/10

We had an amazing time. The hotel is beautiful, the room was clean with good facilities. There is a plentiful choice of food for breakfast and evening meals. The only thing I would complain about is that in my opinion the pool bar drinks and food are very overpriced.
3-night trip

10/10

Very nice hotel and staff.
3-night trip

8/10

We enjoyed the historic element of the hotel. We also enjoyed the restaurant and the service of the staff. I would recommend the hotel to anyone wanting a break from the busyness of the city.
2-night trip

10/10

It is one of the best hotels I have ever stayed around the world. Staff are extremely helpful and always smiling. Reception has recognized my platinium member status and made upgrade at the highest possible level. When and if in Colombo again this is the hotel to stay.
2-night trip

8/10

It is lovely staying in a place with such historical significance and class.
5-night trip

10/10

Staff were consistently friendly, helpful and professional Great stay.
3-night trip

10/10

Top shelf. Impeccable service. History with modern amenities. Extremely comfortable room. Pool with ocean view. The Veranda and Travelers Bar. Delicious food.
2-night trip

10/10

This is a fantastic old school hotel. Very comfortable and with an epic breakfast! I highly recommended it!
1-night trip