Taj Samudra

5.0 star property
Elegant beach hotel and outdoor pool

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Meeting facility
Grande Luxury, Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
Lobby sitting area
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (King Bed) | Living area | LED TV
Body treatments, deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, sports massages

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
25 Galle Face Centre Road, Colombo, 3
  • Galle Face Green
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Nawaloka Hospital
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Colombo City Centre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (City Facing)

  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Taj Club, Club Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • 516 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Taj Club, Club Room, 1 Twin Bed, Ocean View

  • 516 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

Taj Club, Club Room, 1 Twin Bed, City View

  • 516 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (King Bed)

  • 1054 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Taj Club, Club Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • 516 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • 377 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Twin Bed (Ocean Facing)

  • 377 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Twin Bed (City Facing)

  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (King Bed)

  • 732 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Grande Luxury, Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • 1055 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

  • 377 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed (King Bed)

  • 678 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Colombo

Located in Kompannaweediya, Taj Samudra is adjacent to Beira Lake and within a 10-minute stroll of One Galle Face. This 5-star hotel welcomes guests with 300 rooms and conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Galle Face Green - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nawaloka Hospital - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Colombo City Centre - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bally's Casino - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Pettah Market - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Colombo Fort Station - 9 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Manhattan Fish Market - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fazly's Halal Refreshments - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪King Of The Mambo - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Yu Mi Japanese Restaurent - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Inn On the Green (IOG) - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Taj Samudra

Elegant beach hotel and outdoor pool
At Taj Samudra, guests enjoy a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. Free valet and self parking are available, or if you're not driving, take the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 147 per vehicle roundtrip. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas.
Guests can expect free WiFi and LED TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have slippers, bidets, and bathrobes. Other standard amenities include minibars, coffee makers, and free newspapers. Housekeeping is available on request.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and facials.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in EarthCheck, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, Hindi, Italian, Malay

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 4-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 per person
  • 7 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Golden Dragon
  • Lattice
  • Navratna
  • The Crab Factory
  • Yumi

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 3 buildings
  • 7 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1984
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 11 kids stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 147 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 3)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking. There's also a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 4-device limit.

Property is also known as

Taj Samudra
Taj Samudra Colombo
Taj Samudra Hotel
Taj Samudra Hotel Colombo
Colombo Taj Samudra Hotel
Taj Samudra Colombo Hotel Colombo
Taj Samudra Hotel
Taj Samudra Colombo
Taj Samudra Hotel Colombo

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Taj Samudra?

Taj Samudra offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Taj Samudra?

As of May 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Taj Samudra on May 12, 2025 start from $91.93, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do close to Taj Samudra?

This hotel is situated in Kompannaweediya, just steps from Beira Lake, and within a 10-minute walk of Galle Face Green and High Commission of India. You'll also find Galle Face Green Night Market and Galle Face Beach less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Taj Samudra?

Yes, valet parking and self parking are offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking, free RV/bus/truck parking, and electric car charging are also available.

Is a spa located at Taj Samudra?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include sports massages, Swedish massages, and body wraps.

Does Taj Samudra have a casino on the premises?

No, Taj Samudra doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Taj Samudra?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Taj Samudra?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool and a poolside bar plus some guestrooms feature in-room massages.

Are there hot tubs at Taj Samudra?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does Taj Samudra have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Taj Samudra has 7 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Taj Samudra allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Taj Samudra.

Does Taj Samudra have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to Taj Samudra?

The closest major airport to Taj Samudra is Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB), which is 22.1 mi away (45 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Taj Samudra?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy ocean or city views.

Does Taj Samudra have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at Taj Samudra if that's in your vacation plans.

Taj Samudra Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 204 out of 363 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 363 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 363 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 363 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 363 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mahabaduge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good except food A la carte and cafe not comparable to other Colombo hotels in food choice value for money and quality
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for two nights. ALL of the staff are BRILLIANT and looked after us really well. The room was spacious and the rain-shower incredible… probably the best I’ve had. The on-site Indian restaurant was excellent as was breakfast. Easy to walk around the area and just 5 minutes to Park Street for loads of good dining options. Wholeheartedly recommend Taj Samudra. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maimie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jagadeesh

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean, service was good
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Terry

Business traveler
Liked: Room comfort

Business trip

Hotel is showing its age and really needs an overhaul. Tried repeatedly to get a invoice after I left the property without success
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Khozema

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

SRI LANKA TAJ SAMUDRA

The bed and pillows are very uncomfortable, breakfast was excellent specially for south Asians, but there is short of space due to lots of guests, they should modify the restaurant because I feel the arrangement is not proper
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Prashant

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Obaid

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Taj Samundra was a decent experience for us, though the rooms are old-school and you can see wood worn off in some places, the grandeur of the property over shadows everything. The buffet spread was great but service a bit chaotic. We do want to mention a shout out to Joseph at the gym, Bhatia for room service, Ms Dinushah at check-in and Ms Tathsarani at check-out. I do have to mention the rates we booked at were inclusive of all taxes as mentioned by expedia at the time of booking but when we got the property, it was easily 35 USD more per night including tax. Expedia needs to be clear about this so we can choose the best price for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neven

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding property

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Girish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alistair

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not sure how this hotel is so highly rated on trip advisor. Room wasn't ready when I arrived. Communal/lobby areas are very nice but rooms are looking tired. Number of occasions where my room was cleaned but not topped up with amenities, such as bottled water. Service is very poor, there are loads of staff but no one seems to help. Difficult to get any kind of drinks with dinner other than water. Lobby bar was out of stock of basically everything. Wi-Fi throughout the hotel is really slow (2mb max speed). Food in the buffet is good but same dishes are served each night. Had some laundry done and all my clothes were shrunk - tried to explain it to staff but they either did not understand/pretended they did not understand.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Chanthrika

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
when walking to our room we can smell smoking, when asked we were told that room with balcony is a smoking room, But we can see someone sitting inside the room and smoking, also one gentleman smoking on the corridor. Bath tub is moldy. We paid for room with ocean facing but we were given a room where there is a building blocking the view, There are not chest of drawers in the room. We liked the breakfast and dinner buffet very much. Staff is very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

alaxsan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

SARAD KUMAR

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali AL-

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
well managed
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

aseem

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

fabulous service in a great hotel, as always!!!

this was our second stay at this hotel & just before we were to check in some friends told us about the horrible room experience they had & how we should change our hotel. since our first visit was great I wasn't sure if this feedback was good for the entire hotel or just an unfortunate experience they had so I decided to call the hotel & speak to them & share my concerns. the lady at the customer service desk heard me out & reassured me that there was no cause for concern & told me someone would call me back during regular office hours the next day to clarify any doubts. this did not happen so negative feedback on this. however, I sent them an email listing out all the rooms that were part of the group & soon enough I got a reply reassuring me of the impeccable taj service as always. upon check in they had upgraded all our rooms to the next category & they specifically assured us that we would go back carrying forward the same experience as we did the first time & that is exactly what happened. super stay & full marks to the Taj Colombo team, especially Niluka who made our stay superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
delightful hotel on Galle Face. quiet despite being on a busy main road. great breakfast, nice room and friendly staff all round
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Suneeta

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shalini

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Taj - as always, never disappoints.

I’ve stayed in many Taj properties over the years and there’s a reason I keep coming back. The team at Taj Samudra were always attentive and on point during my stay. No matter the late arrival hour (past midnight), or looking for a restaurant, they were always ready to assist. The property is starting to show its age, but this is beyond staff control. I’d encourage the owners to spend a little to spruce up the property a little especially as it has such a beautiful frontage to the sea! Thank you, Taj Samudra team, for a wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nimalaraj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent services beautiful view .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saroginidevi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In front of the Gall face Walkable distance to the beach & Mall
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kavitha

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024