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Galle Face Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
View from property
7 restaurants, dinner served, international cuisine
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
7 restaurants, dinner served, international cuisine

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July

Explore the area

Map
2 Galle Road, Colombo, 300
  • Galle Face Green
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Colombo City Centre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Marino Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room

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

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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Garden View Room

Garden View Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

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

City View Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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

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 | View from room

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

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

Colombo

A luxury stay in the heart of Colombo awaits you at Galle Face Hotel. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Galle Face Green and Crescat Shopping Mall. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 7 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. .The restaurant, 1864 Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for dinner. In On the Green is the hotel's own pub. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms, a conference centre, and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 5-property class Kollupitiya hotel include Colombo City Centre and Gangaramaya Temple.

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

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

Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Galle Face Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There are 7 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Galle Face Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Colombo hotel.

  • 156 guestrooms or units
  • 7 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1864
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
Galle Face Hotel offers 156 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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

Languages

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

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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 transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 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
  • 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 centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

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

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Galle Face Hotel

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 15 for adults and from 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 may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • For stays on 1 January, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Galle Face Hotel?

Yep, Galle Face Hotel has a free self car park and free valet parking.

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

As of 30 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Galle Face Hotel on 7 Jul 2025 start from NZ$163.48, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Galle Face Hotel?

Yep, Galle Face Hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Galle Face Beach.

Is there a spa on site at Galle Face Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Galle Face Hotel.

Does Galle Face Hotel have a pool?

Galle Face Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Galle Face Hotel?

Galle Face Hotel features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 7 restaurants. All guestrooms come with premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes Galle Face Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and beachfront dining, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Galle Face Hotel.

Is Galle Face Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Galle Face Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Galle Face Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet brekkie is served daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Galle Face Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Galle Face Hotel?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 7 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Galle Face Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Galle Face Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Galle Face Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 675 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 222 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Extremely helpful. Hotel has character.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Other hotels might try to emulate the Galle Face with their modern colonial architecture but they do not have the same authenticity. With over 100 years experience in hospitality this hotel provides excellent service and superior accommodation. From the welcome given by the concierge service in their liveried cream jackets to the professional lifeguards at the 30m seawater pool, you are at once treated to an unforgettable stay here. Big thank you to Sujith for sorting out our upgrade and to Adja and his team for all their work at the pool. Already looking forward to our next stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

MD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

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

Recommend staying here over the modern towerblocks

Really enjoyed our stay at Galle Face - excellent location and the staff and food were wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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

Mark, Marina del Rey

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
i was upgraded, thanks to Expedia, to a suite on the 4th (top) floor, which was amazing. When I arrived at the hotel at 1 a.m., the lobby and my suite initially felt a tad worn. Wow. i don't why I had that impression -- the hotel property and my suite were beautiful. And I loved all the history. Having a drink in the bar and looking at the pictures of illustrious former guests over the past 160 years is inspiring, if intimidating. I mean, Chekov stayed there! I had great ocean views (I would think most rooms do), tons of space, and lots of comfort. Breakfast was amazing, and well worth a nominal extra charge. I enjoyed the large salt water pool and just wandering around the hallways and grounds. There is no elevator to the 4th floor -- you need to walk up from the 3rd -- so maybe don't stay on that level if stairs are an issue. Hotel location is pretty good too. Near a number of shopping and eating options, and steps from Galle Green, which is fun to wander around. In sum, great stay at a historic hotel. .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amit

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Perfect stay.

Top shelf. Impeccable service. History with modern amenities. Extremely comfortable room. Pool with ocean view. The Veranda and Travelers Bar. Delicious food.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malka

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

Colonial Lanka at it's finest!

The best welcome to Sri Lanka is to walk through the doors of Galle Face hotel. To be greeting by the concierge who has been there for over 50 years. The rooms are charming and you feel like you are in bygone era. The breakfast buffet is simply divine - especially when you get to enjoy it on the greatest verandah in Colombo. We cannot wait to come back and enjoy!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mehmet, izmir

Travelled with partner
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

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful colonial style hotel on the seafront with an abundance of character.
Stayed 19 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony Hannington

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Russell

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

8/10 Good

Zofia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I have always loved staying at Galle Face hotel but this time I was a little disappointed The standard seems to have slipped a bit The service was not as good as it was before and the room amenities were not so good. I was also quite disappointed with the breakfast which used to be one of the best. Though the variety was there but not the taste
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Galle Face Hotel retains its old charm in the face of soulless yet newer 5/7star hotels in the vicinity. Please retain that old charm GFH, that’s what sets you out as unique. All staff such great ambassadors, courteous and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sahariar

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

6/10 Okay

Roslyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A good location within walking distance of town along parkland and sea front. Good breakfast buffet, great pool, outside bar and restaurant. The Regency sea view room was a little tired and hot water in shower not good. Old room key system, so had to leave and pick up from reception.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old style colonial hotel taking one back to another are
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Hakan

Business traveller
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

THULITHA DESHAPRIYA DE SILVA, London

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful time at Galle Face Hotel in Colombo. The staff were incredibly welcoming, and the views of the ocean were just breathtaking. The room was comfortable and clean, and the food was delicious. It’s the perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of Sri Lanka. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jegath

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old-style charm coupled with modern amenities, all underpinned by excellent service in a fantastic location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service as service used to be.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amita

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025