Galle Face Hotel
2, Galle Road, Kollupitiya, 00100 Colombo, Sri Lanka – Excellent location - show map – Railway access
This iconic and colonial-style hotel, built in 1864, boasts a spa and a saltwater pool with sun loungers that faces the vast Indian Ocean. Fitted with wooden flooring, most rooms at Galle Face Hotel offer views of the Indian Ocean, Galle Face Green or Colombo City. They are equipped with a TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. A minibar and a personal safe are included. Guests can enjoy a relaxing massage at the spa or work out at the gym. Galle Face Hotel also provides a business centre. Located in the heart of Colombo City, Galle Face Hotel is a 15-minute drive from Odel Shopping Mall and just 36 km from Colombo International Airport. Local and international dining options can be enjoyed at the hotel's 2 on-site restaurants, Verandah and 1864. For a drink, guests can head to the bar.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Fitness centre
- 3 restaurants
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
Availability
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Property practices
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See what guests loved the most:
- EmilyUnited Kingdom“Amazing hotel. Super clean with beautiful pool area and right on the beach. Location is also amazing next to Galle Face Green and not far from the mall. Staff were all lovely and helpful”
- NicoleAustralia“Lovely older style charming colonial hotel in a good location. Staff are professional.”
- DavidUnited Arab Emirates“I felt relaxed and looked after from the moment we arrived. I loved the ambience and the view from our balcony was superb. Breakfast was a leisurely affair with an excellent array of food. We will definitely stay here again….fabulous spot.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants3 restaurants on site
- Verandah Restaurant
- CuisineAmerican • Chinese • Indian • Local
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Romantic
- King of the Mambo - Cuban Restaurant
- CuisineInternational
- Open forDinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceModern • Romantic
- The 1864
- CuisineInternational
- Open forDinner
- AmbianceRomantic
Facilities of Galle Face HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.6
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Fitness centre
- 3 restaurants
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Wardrobe or closet
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Private beach area
- Terrace
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Live music/performance
- Themed dinner nightsAdditional charge
- Beach
- Evening entertainment
- Seating Area
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Telephone
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Valet parking
- Parking garage
- Accessible parking
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Business centreAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Car hire
- Packed lunches
- Lift
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Pants press
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Open all year
- Pool with view
- Salt-water pool
- Pool/beach towels
- Pool bar
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Fitness
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa facilities
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- MassageAdditional charge
- Fitness centre
- SaunaAdditional charge
- Arabic
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
- Japanese
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cash Galle Face Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
A mandatory tax of SSCL 2.5% will be charged. if payments are made in Local currency (LKR) for all guests.
FAQs about Galle Face Hotel
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The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Galle Face Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Galle Face Hotel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.
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The prices at Galle Face Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Galle Face Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
- Massage
- Evening entertainment
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa facilities
- Hand massage
- Live music/performance
- Couples massage
- Swimming Pool
- Fitness
- Themed dinner nights
- Neck massage
- Private beach area
- Full body massage
- Beach
- Head massage
- Back massage
- Foot massage
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Galle Face Hotel is 0.9 miles from the centre of Colombo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Room options at Galle Face Hotel include:
- Double
- Twin
- Suite
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Galle Face Hotel has 3 restaurants:
- Verandah Restaurant
- The 1864
- King of the Mambo - Cuban Restaurant
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.