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Galle Face Hotel

5-star Hotel with Private beach

5 stars

2 Galle Road, Colombo

+94 112 541 010
8.5
Very Good

based on 2,480 reviews

£81
Rate

per night

Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
Double room
Queen room
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About Galle Face Hotel, Colombo

Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.9
Location
9.5
Services
8.5
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.2
Situated in Colombo, Galle Face Hotel offers elegant 4-star accommodation, as well as a private beach, a saltwater swimming pool and a Jacuzzi. It provides ocean views and complimentary Wi-Fi. This modern hotel offers a sauna, a coffee bar and 24-hour room service. Guests have access to express check-in/check-out, 24-hour reception and a meeting room. Rooms are air-conditioned and feature top-of-the-range amenities such as a mini bar and movies-on-demand. They provide a private bathroom, bottled water and a seating area. Guests staying at Galle Face Hotel can enjoy a unique dining experience at the on-site restaurant, conveniently based for those who want to stay nearby when looking for a bite to eat. Guests looking to socialise can do so in bar, which is located on the property. After settling in to their room, guests can explore the local area with use of Slave Island Railway Station, which is a brief walk from the hotel. It is also within walking distance of Prime Minister's House, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology and Visumpaya.

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Rooms

Wed 7/5
Thu 8/5
Classic room
Classic room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£129
per night
Double room
Double room
No inclusions
1 double bed
£85
per night
Double room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£103
per night
Double room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£108
per night
Double room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£110
per night
Standard Room
Standard Room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£81
per night
Standard Room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£116
per night
King room
King room
No inclusions
1 king bed
£285
per night
King room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£1,240
per night
Superior room
Superior room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£97
per night
Superior room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£98
per night
Superior room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£101
per night
Superior room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£107
per night
Queen room
Queen room
No inclusions
1 queen bed
£95
per night
Queen room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£98
per night
Queen room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£108
per night
Queen room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£112
per night
Premier Room
Premier Room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£127
per night
Premier Room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£129
per night
Premier Room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£132
per night
Premier Room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£275
per night
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Private beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Fruits
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area
  • Dining table

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Adapter
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Executive lounge access
  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Storage available
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view
  • Saltwater pool
  • Massage
  • Pool bar
  • Sauna

Accessibility and suitability

  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Outdoor

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Private beach
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Trouser press
  • Iron and ironing board

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Valet parking

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kid-friendly buffet

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Evening entertainment
  • Beauty salon

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews

8.5
Very GoodBased on 2,480 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • Loved our stay at Galle Face Hotel. (in 23 reviews)
  • We were upgraded to a suite which was amazing (in 9 reviews)
  • A fantastic salt water pool. (in 20 reviews)
Cons -
  • "The history, and I had stayed there many, many years ago." (in 6 reviews)
  • Beautiful old Colonial Hotel. (in 22 reviews)


Galle Face Hotel room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 12:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How does Galle Face Hotel compare to other 5-star hotels in Colombo?

    In Colombo, 5-star hotels have average nightly rates of £83. Galle Face Hotel is £14 cheaper than the city average at just £69/night.

  • How far is Galle Face Hotel from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Galle Face Hotel is 18.2 mi away from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. You can typically expect your drive time from Galle Face Hotel to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to be 54min. It might be worth looking up traffic trends near your hotel if you are worried about saving time.

  • What is the best way to get to Galle Face Hotel from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    If you intend to hire a car to travel from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to the hotel, you will have peace of mind knowing that Galle Face Hotel offers parking on site. Car hire in the area typically go for £23/day for a base model hire. A very popular option for travellers staying at Galle Face Hotel would be to take a taxi or ridesharing service from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl directly to the hotel.

  • Are there food options at Galle Face Hotel?

    Galle Face Hotel does have a restaurant on site that guests and non-guests can use. Ask the front desk for kitchen hours or call Galle Face Hotel at +94 112 541 010. Guests staying at Galle Face Hotel are welcomed by hotel staff to order room service directly from the kitchen to their room.

  • Does Galle Face Hotel have a pool?

    Yes. Many momondo users travelling to Colombo specifically look for hotels with a pool. Galle Face Hotel may have rules and guidelines for using the pool, so be sure to ask the front desk about things like pool hours.

  • How close is Galle Face Hotel to Colombo city centre?

    0.8 mi separate the front steps of Galle Face Hotel and the city centre of Colombo, where you can keep busy with restaurants, shopping and of course Galle Face Green, a very popular landmark in Colombo.

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    Is Galle Face Hotel pet-friendly?

  • Does Galle Face Hotel have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Galle Face Hotel has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • Is there a gym or fitness centre available to guests at Galle Face Hotel?

    Yes. If you are looking for a hotel with a fitness centre on-site, Galle Face Hotel is a great place to stay.

  • What time is check-out for Galle Face Hotel?

    The required check-out time is 12:00. Please plan accordingly before your departure to avoid any penalties or fees.

  • How much is a room at Galle Face Hotel?

    The average price for a night at Galle Face Hotel found recently is £103 and can go as low as £57/night. Please note that rates may be impacted by travel dates, room type, and availability. To see current deals, enter your dates in the form above.

  • Is there laundry service in Galle Face Hotel?

    Yes, there is. Reach out to Galle Face Hotel, Colombo for more details on all available laundry services. Irons and ironing boards are included as featured amenities.

  • What is the distance from Galle Face Hotel, Colombo to Galle Face Green?

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Places of interest near Galle Face Hotel

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Galle Face Hotel location: 2 Galle Road, Colombo

Top landmarks

Colombo World Trade Center0.9 mi
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National Museum of Colombo1.2 mi

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