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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Galle Face Hotel
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.
Families particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a stay with kids.
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.2
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.8
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Guests who stayed here loved
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Lorraine
Australia
“This is without a doubt the best experience for a hotel in Colombo. As I travel for work I have literally stayed at most of the 5 star hotels in Colombo before I tried Galle Face Hotel. I don't know why this was the case but I am so glad I...”
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Dinesh
Australia
“I loved staying at the oddest Colonial hotel in Colombo. Staff were friendly and always there to assist to make our stay a memorable one.
Breakfast selection was very good and an amazing view of the beach.”
Kartini
Singapore
“Beautiful and majestic heritage property, yet with all the mod cons and most comfortable bed, sheets and aircon.”
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Jane
United Kingdom
“The staff are excellent remembering return visitors and treating everyone with respect. The traditions the hotel follows make it unique such as the lowering of the flag with piper. The pool is in a fabulous location. The breakfasts can't be beaten.”
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Jane
United Kingdom
“The setting of the hotel by the beach. The staff are very helpful. The breakfasts are fabulous.”
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Jane
United Kingdom
“A fabulous old fashioned hotel whose traditions make Galle Face unique. Breakfasts are great. The pool is a wonderful setting.”
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Louise
United Kingdom
“A beautiful hotel embracing the colonial history.
The view out to sea is lovely.
There are a variety of different bars and restaurants within the hotel so you can eat and drink what you want when you want.
The swimming pool is great for cooling...”
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Belinda
Australia
“Beautiful old hotel. Generous size room. Comfortable bed. Friendly service.”
Herath
Sri Lanka
“The fact it's a part of the history of Sri lanka
The building has a soul a story to tell
Not like new hotels
It is the best place ever”
M
Meaghan
Australia
“The breakfast was amazing. So much variety to suit everyone’s taste”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
3 restaurants on site
Verandah Restaurant
Cuisine
American • Chinese • Indian • Local
Open for
Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
Ambiance
Family friendly • Romantic
King of the Mambo - Cuban Restaurant
Cuisine
International
Open for
Dinner • Cocktail hour
Ambiance
Modern • Romantic
The 1864
Cuisine
International
Open for
Dinner
Ambiance
Romantic
Facilities of Galle Face Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6
Most popular facilities
Outdoor swimming pool
Airport shuttle
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness centre
Room service
Free parking
Bar
Private beach area
Free cot available on request
House rules
Galle Face Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
If you are travelling with children under 13 years, to ensure you pay the correct price please select a rate that has child occupancy specified.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
5 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
US$25 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$35 per person, per night
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.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-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.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Galle Face Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
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