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Taj Samudra

5.0 star property
Elegant beach hotel and outdoor pool

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Meeting facility
Lobby sitting area
Grande Luxury, Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
4 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; Indian cuisine
Spa
Taj Samudra is a serene oasis in Kompannaweediya, offering an unforgettable retreat. With seven on-site restaurants and breathtaking garden views, unwind with a sports massage at the spa or lounge by the poolside bar. Previous guests have praised the property's unique vibe.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (City Facing) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (City Facing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 Twin Bed (Ocean Facing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 Twin Bed (City Facing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (King Bed)

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (King Bed) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed (King Bed)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Grande Luxury, Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Grande Luxury, Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Grande Luxury, Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
LED TV
Pillow menu
  • 98 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (King Bed)

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (King Bed) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 98 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Taj Club, Club Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Taj Club, Club Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 48 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Taj Club, Club Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Taj Club, Club Room, 1 King Bed, City View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 48 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Taj Club, Club Room, 1 Twin Bed, Ocean View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Shower/tub combination
  • 48 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Taj Club, Club Room, 1 Twin Bed, City View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Shower/tub combination
  • 48 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
25 Galle Face Centre Road, Colombo, 3

What's nearby

  • Galle Face Green - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nawaloka Hospital - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Colombo City Centre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bally's Casino - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Colombo Lotus Tower - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Quizine - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Indian Ocean Pavilion - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Avartana - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Peshawri - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fazly's Halal Refreshments - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Taj Samudra

Luxury family-friendly hotel near Colombo City Centre
Consider a stay at Taj Samudra and take advantage of a poolside bar, an art gallery on site, and shopping on site. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner, Indian cuisine, and garden views. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like racquetball/squash. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Babysitting (surcharge), multilingual staff, and an elevator
Room features
All 300 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to perks like late night room service and free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • LED TVs with premium channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

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.

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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

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self 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
  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Golden Dragon
  • Lattice
  • Navratna
  • Yumi

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • 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

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

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 80% lighting from LEDs
  • 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)
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • 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
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • 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: 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
Contactless check-out available
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); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
11 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 33.5 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 87 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • 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 33.5 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Free in-room WiFi has a 4-device limit
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

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

Does Taj Samudra have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Taj Samudra pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Taj Samudra?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Taj Samudra?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Taj Samudra?

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

Does Taj Samudra provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 87 per vehicle applies.

Where is Taj Samudra located?

This family-friendly Colombo hotel is located by the ocean, within 1 mi (2 km) of Beira Lake and Colombo City Centre. Galle Face Green and One Galle Face are also within 10 minutes. Colombo Fort Station is 24 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Taj Samudra Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 232 out of 393 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 393 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 393 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 393 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 393 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful hotel for a base in Colombo. Staff are the best. Will definitely be back !!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mutha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best Galle Face stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Paramanathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breathtaking Oceaning view
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janaka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and professional staff.
Sunset across port city, Galle Face
City view across eco-friendly Taj pool and gardens.
Gall Face Green views from Taj.
View of Lotus Tower.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vijitha

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

8/10 Good

Balasingham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall we have enjoyed the stays.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janaka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Taj is a great hotel, well maintained and fantastic staff. They make you feel at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janaka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and wonderful folk at the TAJ. Always willing to help and ensure a very comfortable stay for its guest. Though the hotel is 40 years plus, it’s well maintained, oven view and beautiful gardens .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janaka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying at the Taj. Great hotel and staff. They are genuinely concerned for the guest comfort and safety. The staff is proficient in what they do, great management and the food at the Taj is fantastic. We have completed 12 days living at the Taj.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sellamuthup

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place to send vacation and hold special events like wedding, corporate events.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

BHARAT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant location. Staff are very well trained in hospitality with a smile.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAPIL

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

Excellent stay

Excellent Service and special thanks to front office staff - Methmi, Dildhani and Sanuri
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staying at the hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location! Room great! Breakfast and dinner can definitely been improved. Dinner buffet offers very authentic Sri Lankan food. Restaurant itself needs some makeover.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jagadeesh

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

10/10 Excellent

Shray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we had an amazing time in Taj Samudra Colombo. Staff was very courteous and generous. Special thanks to Ms. Berni for making special arrangements to make our last day in Srilanka even more special and memorable. As always Taj exceeds our expectations of excellence. Kudos to the entire staff and management who are serving their guests sinces ages.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Girish

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

Bijoy

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

Great stay

A good pleasant stay enhanced by the great service and friendliness of the staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

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

8/10 Good

Mohit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good customer attention
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

Sumith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great hotel and good service
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023

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

Kamani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels in Colombo. We will stay there again...
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

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