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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.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Fitness centre
- 3 restaurants
- Free parking
- Bar
- Private beach area
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Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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1 double bed | ||
1 single bed | ||
1 single bed and 1 double bed | ||
1 single bed and 1 double bed | ||
3 single beds | ||
1 single bed and 1 large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 single bed and 1 extra-large double bed | ||
Bedroom 1 large double bed Living room 1 sofa bed | ||
1 single bed |
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- 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” - Meaghan Australia“The breakfast was amazing. So much variety to suit everyone’s taste”
- Patrick Australia“Great location and fantastic history. Buffet breakfast was the best in Sri Lanka.”
- Jane
United Kingdom“As a regular visitor to Sri Lanka, I always choose to stay at The Galle Face when in Colombo. Its old world charm beats a modern tower block every time. The staff are welcoming and extremely helpful. The pool is fabulous and not to be missed. ...” - Jane United Kingdom“The staff are always extremely welcoming and helpful. The pool is fabulous. The breakfast buffet is to die for. The traditions, like the lowering of the flag with the bag piper set Galle Face aside.”
- Tony Australia“The Galle Face Hotel is a favourite of ours. Full of charm and history. Wonderfully comfortable, very clean, large well equipped rooms, with very comfortable beds. The facilities for quality dining and relaxing on the spacious verandahs are...”
- Fiona United Kingdom“Fabulous position. Lovely staff. Beautiful building.”
- Charlotte United Kingdom“Loved the seawater pool looking over the ocean and the room was clean and comfortable. Staff very helpful and friendly.”
- Marco
Switzerland“Hotel with a rich history that has made the leap into modern times flawlessly. Featuring colonial-era architecture and furnishings, in the evening the Sri Lankan flag is ceremoniously lowered with uniforms and bagpipes. Service and cuisine meet...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- 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
House rules
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 print
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.
