Taj Samudra

5 stars
25 Galle Face Centre Road, Colombo NONE, Sri Lanka
Colombo, Sri Lanka
8,2
Very good
based on 916 reviews
916 reviews
Sat 27/12
-
Sun 28/12
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
R1 464
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
R1 464
Luxury Room
R2 069
Double room
R2 236
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Overview

Less than 20 minutes' walk from Fort Railway Station, Taj Samudra Colombo offers guests an ideal base when visiting Colombo. It offers 5-star accommodation with air-conditioned rooms.

This charming hotel provides free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a beauty centre. There is also free private parking on site for those travelling with a car. A helpful tour desk is in-house and Slave Island Railway Station is within walking distance, making it easy for guests to discover the area and its attractions.

The rooms have a marble bathroom, a pillow menu and a mini bar. They all feature a refrigerator, slippers and a flat-screen TV.

Each morning, guests can enjoy breakfast at Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant or Navratna Indian Restaurant. For those wishing to stay close by for dinner, Ports of Call serves international cuisine while Crab Factory specialises in seafood dishes. For guests on the move, the hotel offers packed lunches on request.

Local attractions near Taj Samudra include the Colombo Rowing Club, Visumpaya and Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology. There are also a variety of popular restaurants and bars serving local and international cuisine nearby.

8,2
Very good rating
Based on 916 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Taj Samudra

Sat 27/12
Sun 28/12
Luxury Room
1 king bed
R2 069
nightly with fees
1 king bed
R2 190
nightly with fees
1 king bed
R2 323
nightly with fees
Executive room
1 king bed
R7 118
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
1 queen bed
R1 464
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 584
nightly with fees
1 twin bed
R1 805
nightly with fees
Standard Room
bed type unknown
R2 241
nightly with fees
King room
1 king bed
R3 851
nightly with fees
1 king bed
R4 333
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
R2 236
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R2 271
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 Taj Samudra

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

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

General

  • Family rooms
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible parking
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Designated smoking area

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Air-conditioned

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle hire
  • Casino
  • Beauty salon
  • Table tennis
  • Pool table

Health and safety

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

Laundry

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

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Indoor play area

Pool and spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Media and entertainment

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

Fitness

  • Gym
  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Outdoor

  • Garden

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock

Reviews of Taj Samudra

8,2
Very good
916 verified ratings
Wonderful
513
Very good
125
Good
111
Okay
56
Fair
57
Mediocre
20
Poor
34

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the beautiful ocean view and the excellent service provided by the staff. However, many reviews pointed out issues with cleanliness, including unpleasant odors in the rooms and the need for maintenance in certain areas of the hotel. The location was frequently praised, making it a desirable spot for visitors, but some guests felt that the hotel did not meet their expectations in terms of value for money.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Cleanliness3.5 out of 10
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9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2017
Pros (+) Staff were very attentive
Cons (-) No problems
8.0
Very good
Gaurav, Feb 2017
Pros (+) Location
Cons (-) Some of the floors are not renovated
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Oct 2016
Pros (+) Grounds, public spaces & meeting rooms are lovely-5*. Large breakfast buffet with juice bar. Six bottles of water in my room in arrival (thoughtful) but they weren't replenished. Many wedding parties use lobby & grounds for photos-beautiful to see.
Cons (-) My room was in the older (not refurbished) wing and it showed. Water would not turn off completely in shower, closet doors were hard to slide & did not close completely. Safe was locked open & no one showed up to fix it after I called (but it was done by 3rd day). The room next to mine was under construction or being used by staff & there was a lot of banging one night after midnight. Also, severa...
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Location

25 Galle Face Centre Road, Colombo NONE

What's nearby

  • Embassy of United States1.1 km
  • Colombo World Trade Center1.2 km
  • Fort Railway Station1.3 km
  • Khan Clock Tower1.6 km
  • Colombo City Centre1.8 km
  • Jami Ul Alfar Mosque1.8 km
  • Viharamahadevi Park1.9 km
  • Colombo Town Hall2 km
  • National Museum of Colombo2 km
  • Sinhalese Sports Club3 km
  • Independence Memorial Hall3.1 km
  • Murugan Hindu Temple3.3 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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Essential information about Taj Samudra

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October
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R2 352
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Taj Samudra

  • How long should you stay at Taj Samudra? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Taj Samudra

  • Where is Taj Samudra located?

    Taj Samudra is located at 25 Galle Face Centre Road in Galle Face, 1 km from the centre of Colombo. Embassy of United States is the closest landmark to Taj Samudra.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Taj Samudra?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Taj Samudra.

  • Does Taj Samudra offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Taj Samudra offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Taj Samudra offer free parking?

    Yes, Taj Samudra offers free parking.

  • How far is Taj Samudra from the airport?

    Taj Samudra is 7,4 km from Colombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base. Taj Samudra is 29 km from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

  • Does Taj Samudra have a pool?

    Yes, Taj Samudra has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Taj Samudra hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Taj Samudra in Colombo and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Taj Samudra and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Taj Samudra.

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Distance to airport

7,8
1,0 km
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29,0 km

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