Galle Face Hotel
2, Galle Road, Kollupitiya, 00100 Colombo, Sri Lanka – Excellent location - show map – Railway access
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.
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
- Free parking
- Bar
- Private beach area
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Guests who stayed here loved
Chinmoy
India“The property is centrally located and is fabulously maintained. Rooms were spacious and well laid out. Linen was clean and beds were very comfortable. Sri Lankan fish curry is a must have ! Great staff and very hospitable.”- Brigid
New Zealand“Beautiful old hotel that delivers a modern hotel experience, fantastic, friendly and helpful team, particularly Mr M Siddique. Food, facilities and views were amazing. Would recommend Galle face hotel to anyone visiting Sri Lanka.” 
Firdaus
United Kingdom“Everything was great abt the property, did not feel like a 4 start hotel but rather 5 star, all the staff where very polite & professional , food was also lovely, only wishing i had 4 days to stay”
Pam
Australia“The staff are very efficient and helpful, the room though small was comfortable - found the pillows best of all in my travels. We were travelling weary so utilised room service, good was delicious and delivered in a timey fashion.”
Melanie Australia“This landmark hotel is well located right by the ocean. It is a beautiful example of period architecture, and provides easy access to the rest of Colombo. Sitting with the waves right behind you with a cocktail is a delight and rare location in...”- Peter Australia“The breakfast dinners, bar facilities, pool, location all fantastic, and then there is the history and style- wonderful!”
- Devinda Australia“Fantastic and engaged staff here to help with everything possible. Lovely rooms thst are huge in size and very comfortable. Awesome location, fall asleep to waves from the Indian ocean rolling down. Food is generally pretty good.”
Nicola Australia“Location was superb. Our room had magnificent views over the Indian Ocean so sunsets each night were magical. Room so clean, beds so very comfortable. Best nights' sleep of my 3 weeks in Sri Lanka. We ate at the Verandah Restaurant for most...”- Paul Australia“Another stay at the grand Galle Face hotel. Just the best”
Adrian United Kingdom“Very helpful staff. Chanaka manager resolved our issue and helped with our transport to airport.”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Request you to kindly check if early check in is possible.
Early check in between 12pm and 2pm is free of charge - subject to availability Early check in between 6am and 12pm will be charged 50% of the room ni..Answered on 21 October 2019Is the Hotel to airport shuttle service free?
Greetings from the Galle Face Hotel!! Airport Transfers can be arranged at the rate of per vehicle per way Standard car : US$55/- Premium/AU..Answered on 1 June 2024Hi do you have interconnecting family rooms?
Yes we have interconnecting rooms in Landmark category.Answered on 7 May 2022Is your private beach next to the property or do I need to use a means of transportation to go there?
Unfortunately the hotel docent have a private beach even the hotels 60% rooms are sea viewAnswered on 9 September 2019Do you serve food made with pork for high tea?
Thank you for taking the time to write to us with your valuable inquiry, Unfortunately we don't serve any pork items for high teaAnswered on 18 March 2021Is your hotel is level 1 certified or do your hotel as COVID test facilities?
unfortunately our property is not a Level 01 hotelAnswered on 13 September 2021- Still looking?
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
- Free parking
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Private beach area
- Terrace
- Garden
- Live music/performance
- Themed dinner nightsAdditional charge
- Beach
- Evening entertainment
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- 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
- Car hire
- Packed lunches
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- 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
House rulesGalle Face Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
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.
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 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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Guests staying at Galle Face Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.7).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Buffet
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Room options at Galle Face Hotel include:
- Double
- Twin
- Suite
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Galle Face Hotel has 3 restaurants:
- King of the Mambo - Cuban Restaurant
- Verandah Restaurant
- The 1864
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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
