Galle Face Hotel

5 stars
2 Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Colombo, Sri Lanka
+94 112 541 010
8,6
Very good
based on 2753 reviews
2 753 reviews
Mon 23/3
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Tue 24/3
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
R1 220
/Cheapest rate per night
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Provider
Nightly total
Double room
R1 220
Standard Room
R1 270
Superior room
R1 492
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Overview

Within a 20-minute stroll of Fort Railway Station, Galle Face Hotel offers a private beach, a saltwater swimming pool, a Jacuzzi and free wireless internet. It provides 4-star accommodation and views of the ocean.

This elegant hotel offers family facilities, such as a kids pool, supervised child care/activities and babysitting/child services. Guests can take advantage of the recreational facilities on offer, such as a BBQ/picnic area and a sauna. A friendly tour desk is in-house and Slave Island Railway Station is within a 10-minute walk, making it easy for guests to discover the area and its attractions.

Equipped with tea and coffee making facilities, the hotel provides spacious rooms that are fully air conditioned. All provide a mini bar, bottled water and a private bathroom with a hair dryer.

Guests of Galle Face Hotel can relax at the on-site bar, conveniently based for socialising in the evening. Room service is available 24 hours a day, and a large variety of restaurants and cafés can also be found close by. There is also the added convenience of an on-site restaurant.

Galle Face Hotel is within walking distance of Prime Minister's House, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology and Visumpaya. R. Premadasa Stadium is close by.

8,6
Very good rating
Based on 2 753 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Galle Face Hotel

Mon 23/3
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Tue 24/3
Queen room
1 queen bed
R1 928
nightly with fees
1 queen bed
R3 035
nightly with fees
King room
bed type unknown
R1 831
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R3 048
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R3 585
nightly with fees
Superior room
bed type unknown
R1 492
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 582
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R2 488
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
R1 220
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 269
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 295
nightly with fees
Classic room
bed type unknown
R3 089
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R3 608
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R4 075
nightly with fees
Standard Room
bed type unknown
R1 270
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 666
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 679
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Galle Face Hotel

  • 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

Services and conveniences

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

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

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
  • Accessible parking
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Outdoor

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

Laundry

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

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • First-aid kit
  • Safe

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

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Library

Family friendly

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

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Evening entertainment
  • Beauty salon

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Galle Face Hotel

8,6
Very good
2753 verified ratings
Wonderful
1668
Very good
475
Good
287
Okay
136
Fair
77
Mediocre
43
Poor
67

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's beautiful location and historical charm, but many expressed dissatisfaction with the service and cleanliness. Noise from events and misleading room descriptions were common complaints, leading to a mixed overall experience.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness2.5 out of 10
Value for Price2.5 out of 10
Service2 out of 10
Atmosphere1.5 out of 10
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9.1
Wonderful
ramona, Aug 2017
Pros (+) Patina
Cons (-) Very little

Location

2 Galle Road, Colombo

What's nearby

  • Embassy of United States0.9 km
  • Colombo World Trade Center1.4 km
  • Fort Railway Station1.5 km
  • Khan Clock Tower1.9 km
  • Viharamahadevi Park1.9 km
  • Colombo City Centre2 km
  • National Museum of Colombo2 km
  • Colombo Town Hall2 km
  • Jami Ul Alfar Mosque2.1 km
  • Sinhalese Sports Club2.9 km
  • Independence Memorial Hall3 km
  • Murugan Hindu Temple3.3 km

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Check-in/Check-out

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

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FAQs when booking at Galle Face Hotel

  • Where is Galle Face Hotel located?

    Galle Face Hotel is located at 2 Galle Road in Kollupitiya, 1,3 km from the centre of Colombo. Embassy of United States is the closest landmark to Galle Face Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Galle Face Hotel?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Galle Face Hotel.

  • Does Galle Face Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Galle Face Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Galle Face Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, Galle Face Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is Galle Face Hotel from the airport?

    Galle Face Hotel is 7,5 km from Colombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base. Galle Face Hotel is 29,2 km from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

  • Does Galle Face Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, Galle Face Hotel has a pool on-site.

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8,3
1,3 km
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29,2 km

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