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Galle Face Hotel

5.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with 7 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
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7 restaurants, dinner served, international cuisine
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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Galle Face Hotel, near Crescat Shopping Mall and Colombo City Centre, offers ocean views, a poolside bar, beachfront dining, and seven restaurants. Enjoy the outdoor pool with comfy sun loungers and attentive staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service

Room options

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

Garden View Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Balcony Sea View Room

Highlights

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

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Junior Suite Sea View Balcony | Beach/ocean view

Junior Suite Sea View Balcony

Highlights

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

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

Royal Suite

Highlights

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

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Signature Suites | View from room

Signature Suites

Highlights

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

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

Junior Suite Sea View

Highlights

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

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

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Classic Sea View Room

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

Classic Sea View Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2 Galle Road, Colombo, 300

What's nearby

  • Galle Face Green - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Nawaloka Hospital - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Colombo City Centre - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Sri Lanka National Museum - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪King Of The Mambo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Breeze By Barracuda - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bavarian German Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Stop - Cinnamon Grand - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪London Grill - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Galle Face Hotel

Luxury hotel near Galle Face Green
Located close to Crescat Shopping Mall and Colombo City Centre, Galle Face Hotel provides a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. With amenities like a beachfront location and beachfront dining, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa. At the 7 on-site restaurants, enjoy dinner, light fare, international cuisine, and ocean views. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk
  • A computer station, a porter/bellhop, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 156 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Childcare services, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans

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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 R
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

A fee for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on January 1
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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Galle Face Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Galle Face Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Galle Face Hotel?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Galle Face Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Galle Face Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Galle Face Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 71 per vehicle applies.

Where is Galle Face Hotel located?

Located in Kollupitiya, this beachfront hotel is in the city center and within a 10-minute walk of Galle Face Green and Crescat Shopping Mall. Colombo City Centre and Gangaramaya Temple are also within 1 mi (2 km). Colombo Fort Station is 29 minutes by foot.

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Galle Face Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 685 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel with historical beauty.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

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

Great stay

Great place and location. Excellent food and lovely bar area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

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

Great place

Very pleasant stay, comfortable rooms, excellent food and good service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building in a fantastic location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lara Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel, lovely service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel and grounds. Staff are so attentive. I love the history of the place and the magnificent scale! Right on the ocean too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
amazing historical hotel
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isamu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and very historical hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Highly recommend

Incredible stay. Great location and excellent value. The breakfast is outstanding too!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helarisi

Liked: Cleanliness
See view rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dilan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My favourite hotel in Colombo as its the only ocean front hotel. But the hotel must renovate whilst keeping the original features. Dining options and the ocean views are immaculate. But a general repair to fix wear and tear is a must. Room 112 was a little scary but was ok. Will be back but hope you will fix the little niggles.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lalantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location and staff. Full of history.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

2 night stay

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
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEVE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel.

Great stay, staff very friendly and attentive. Would definitely recommend. Good was delicious too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mehmet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dharmakeerthi

Liked: Amenities
Service was slow.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ravindra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Probably my favourite hotel in the world (that I have seen!)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

pooranakumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Franz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was the best Hotel what ever I had seen. Everything was perfect- hope to be back soon😊
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

Wow .. just wow

We loved our time here. The staff are simply brilliant , nothing is too much trouble. The breakfast is superb too. We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Magnificent historical interior with all the mod cons. Staff wonderful & very kindly upgraded room. Would stay again for third time in a heart beat
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Hakan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Traditional and colonial

Nice traditional hotel which is at a good location. However, the really small beach strip is not allowed to be used. The whole place is really old and needs lots of maintenance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful staff. So much character.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

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