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Galle Face Hotel

5.0 star property

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A beachside hotel with lounge chairs and a large planter.
Porch
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

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2 Galle Road, Colombo, 300
  • Place, Galle Face Green
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, High Commission of India
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Colombo City Centre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

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Garden View Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Garden View Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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City View Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

City View Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Sea View Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Balcony Sea View Room

  • Sea view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite Sea View Balcony | Beach/ocean view

Junior Suite Sea View Balcony

  • Sea view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Royal Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Royal Suite

  • Sea view
  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Signature Suites

  • Sea view
  • 1076 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 635 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Sea View Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Sea View Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Colombo

Located in Kollupitiya, Galle Face Hotel is adjacent to Galle Face Green and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Crescat Shopping Mall. This 5-star hotel welcomes guests with 156 rooms and conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Galle Face Green - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • High Commission of India - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Galle Face Green Night Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Crescat Shopping Mall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Colombo City Centre - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Colombo Fort Station - 10 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Stop - Cinnamon Grand - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪King Of The Mambo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Firebeach - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Navaratna Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Breeze By Barracuda - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Galle Face Hotel

Guests staying at Galle Face Hotel enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. Free valet and self parking are available, or if you're not driving, take the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 71 per vehicle one-way. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach hotel include meeting rooms, a conference center, and a business center.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer free toiletries and bathrobes, and beds sport premium bedding. Minibars, coffee makers, and free newspapers are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 7.50 for children
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 7 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 1864 Restaurant
  • In On the Green
  • King of the Mambo Cuban
  • The Poolside Bar
  • Travellers' Bar

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1864
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

The charges below are included in your overall room price:

  • New Year's Day gala dinner fee

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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 for adults and USD 7.5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 71 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 71 (one-way), (from 2 to 18 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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 parking.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • A charge for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner on January 1 is included in the total price shown.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Galle Face Hotel Colombo
Galle Face Hotel
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Galle Face
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Galle Face Hotel Hotel Colombo

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to Galle Face Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Kollupitiya, just steps from Galle Face Green and High Commission of India, and within a short walk of Galle Face Green Night Market. You'll also find Colombo City Centre and Galle Face Beach less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Galle Face Hotel?

As of Jul 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Galle Face Hotel on Jul 4, 2026 start from $105, including 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.

Is there parking available at Galle Face Hotel?

Yes, valet and self parking are offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa at Galle Face Hotel?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include couples treatments.

Does Galle Face Hotel have luxury amenities?

Yes, guests can indulge in luxuries such as an outdoor pool, an ocean-view restaurant, and a poolside bar at this hotel.

Does Galle Face Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, Galle Face Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Galle Face Hotel?

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

Is Galle Face Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an ocean-view restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar.

Are there hot tubs at Galle Face Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Galle Face Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Galle Face Hotel has 7 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Galle Face Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Galle Face Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Galle Face Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Galle Face Hotel?

The closest major airport to Galle Face Hotel is Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB), which is 22.1 mi away (44 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Galle Face Hotel?

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

Does Galle Face Hotel have a wedding venue on site?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Galle Face Hotel.

Galle Face Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 699 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anytime NZ Ltd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful hotel which my family and I enjoyed very much. The room was great, the staff excellent and the food was superb. We would gladly stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ok to stay for a few days as a stop off
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and old world charm
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and wonderful staff :
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sharful

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is surely in the top ten I visited 100s of hotels around the world.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a masterclass in shabby chic - old world charm that’s perhaps a little frayed at the edges but wonderful staff and great service make up for all of that. Oceanside pool with a great poolside bar and restaurant, breakfast on the veranda - you feel like you’ve stepped back in time. Wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very classy hotel with a real colonial style and great staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paik Swan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful. Meals on veranda facing the ocean—marvelous!! Beautifully maintained grounds and hotel. Wonderful experience
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great hotel overlooking the Indian Ocean in central Colombo was a haven on peace in a busy city. The onsite restaurants were excellent with attentive and efficient service, in particular, breakfast was a pleasant and varied meal served on the terrace overlooking the ocean, a great start to the day. Reception staff very helpful, organised the taxi to the airport with no problems. Generally a very clean welcoming and well run hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. All staff is very friendly, and the restaurants serve good food. We had a couple of good days to start our vacation! 😃
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharful

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Getting even better.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great old colonial era hotel, all the staff are really good, super view from the room and all spotlessly clean. Dining in The Veranda restaurant offers a great choice for both breakfast and dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert Grove

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room although we could hear voices in room next door, shower water not piping hot but great staff and awesome breakfast and dinner buffet. Good value for money.
Sunset from our sea view room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Aneurin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historical property with friendly staff and great views overlooking the sea. Some areas and the room felt quite tired. The quality of the breakfast and dinner buffets was not great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Old world charm with great friendly and attentive staff. Lovely location right on the sea. Food very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our first experience of Sri Lanka and historic Galle Face Hotel was outstanding well managed and maintained to high quality. All the staff from reception to pool were amazing so helpful and courteous. The buffet restaurant is amazing Salt water Pool! It is about 50 mins from airport about 3 hours to Sigiriya and Dambulla for the rock fortress. We loved it!
I love this pool!
Lovely sunset views
Galle Face Hotel sandy Beach, No swimming in the sea permitted, lots of rocks and waves!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A fantastic place, full of history
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel full of character with wonderful staff. The veranda for dining and the chess board for a sundowner are magical
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Balcony Sea view is a good choice Superb location Staff very friendly (although service can be very slow) Excellent pool (seawater) - 30m, great for swimmers Good choice food and beverage Great choice for Colombo at a good price
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Myra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent, excellent stay at the Galle Face Hotel. The staff were so kind and attentive, especially the entire guest relations team of Darshi, Viduni, Kithara, Dinushi, and Ivoni, who surprised us with a gorgeous setup for our anniversary, and Kenan who gave us a special hotel 'heritage tour.' We stayed 2 days, but the kids were so sad to leave. The breakfast was expansive and delicious, and the swimming pool is apparently the only hotel salt pool in Sri Lanka. The sunset viewing area is beautiful and just everything about this hotel was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness
Great buffet breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A wonderful hotel! So great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026