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Galle Face Hotel

5.0 star property
Travelers find their own stretch of beach for sunshine and relaxation, plus a serene spa offering rejuvenating treatments for complete renewal

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Galle Face Hotel, near Crescat Shopping Mall and Colombo City Centre, offers ocean views, a poolside bar, beachfront dining, and seven restaurants. Enjoy the outdoor pool with comfy sun loungers and attentive staff.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is S$148
includes taxes & fees
21 Mar - 22 Mar

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Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Garden View Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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City View Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Sea View Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Balcony Sea View Room

  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Beach/ocean view

Junior Suite Sea View Balcony

  • Sea view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Royal Suite

  • Sea view
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Suites

  • Sea view
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Sea View Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located on the beach, Galle Face Hotel is in Kollupitiya, a neighbourhood in Colombo. Sri Lanka National Museum and Dutch Period Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Crescat Shopping Mall and Colombo City Centre. Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct and Gangaramaya Temple are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Colombo travel guide
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2 Galle Road, Colombo, 300

What's nearby

  • Head over to the Galle Face Green to catch these amazing sunsets. #Trover #Sunsets #Travel #Sky
    Galle Face Green
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Beautiful Colombo city buildings and skyline in Sri Lanka
    Colombo City Centre
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • High Commission of India
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Galle Face Green Night Market
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Crescat Shopping Mall
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Colombo Fort Station
    10 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
    44 min drive

Restaurants

  • King Of The Mambo
    1 min walk
  • Breeze By Barracuda
    1 min walk
  • Coffee Stop - Cinnamon Grand
    8 min walk
  • Sugar Bistro & Wine Bar
    7 min walk
  • Latitude - Taj Samudra
    4 min walk

About this property

Galle Face Hotel

Luxury hotel near Galle Face Green
Located close to Crescat Shopping Mall and Colombo City Centre, Galle Face Hotel provides a poolside bar, a terrace and a garden. With amenities such as a beachfront location and beachfront dining, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Take some time to relax at the on-site spa. At the 7 on-site restaurants, enjoy dinner, light fare, international cuisine and ocean views. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking and valet parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a ballroom
  • A front desk safe, multilingual staff and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 156 rooms have comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Childcare services, coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 7.50 for children
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 7 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 1864 Restaurant
  • In On the Green
  • King of the Mambo Cuban
  • The Poolside Bar
  • Travellers' Bar

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1864
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 15 for adults and from USD 7.5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 71 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 71 (one-way), (from 2 to 18 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A fee for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 1 January
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Galle Face Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Galle Face Hotel?

As of 20 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Galle Face Hotel on 21 Mar, 2026 start from S$148, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Galle Face Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Galle Face Hotel?

Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Galle Face Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Galle Face Hotel?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Galle Face Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 71 per vehicle applies.

Where is Galle Face Hotel located?

Located in Kollupitiya, this beachfront hotel is in the city centre and within a 10-minute walk of Galle Face Green and Crescat Shopping Mall. Colombo City Centre and Gangaramaya Temple are also within 1 mi (2 km). Colombo Fort Station is 29 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Galle Face Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 697 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and old world charm
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Balcony Sea view is a good choice Superb location Staff very friendly (although service can be very slow) Excellent pool (seawater) - 30m, great for swimmers Good choice food and beverage Great choice for Colombo at a good price
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness
No view from my room. Very comfortable, great facilities and very good service.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel full of character with wonderful staff. The veranda for dining and the chess board for a sundowner are magical
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Steeped in history, good location and facilities. Good restaurant choices. Outside bar area is great overlooking the sea. Service was slow at times and hotel is a bit tired in places.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Azusa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and made beautifully everyday! Each one of the staff was tremendously kind and friendly, treated us as precious guests! I sincerely appreciated the manager and all the staff at the reception, they wonderfully managed an issue that arose on the Expedia’s system. I will absolutely come back whenever I visit Colombo!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine-Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything at the Galle Face was wonderful. The staff were so friendly and made our honeymoon extra special - beautiful room and a congratulations cake! We booked the honeymoon retreat spa treatment which was fantastic and incredibly relaxing. We thorough enjoyed our stay and look forward to staying again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KESSEVEN NAIDOO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old but, well kept hotel.The location was great and liked the hotel vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ewan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, courteous, very helpful and lovely kind people.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A unique stay in one of the oldest hotels in Colombo. A lovely view of the beach and excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay at the Galle Face Hotel. Enjoyed the heritage aspect, the Christmas decorations, the location overlooking the beach. Staff were very friendly and helpful too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Reception is remarkable Room was very comfortable Gym availability is highly valued
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ewan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are absolutely amazing. Very special thanks to the reservations manager and the fron desk team.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ewan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thankyou to the lovely staff at reception who asisted my wife and I with additional reservations and made sure everything was ready. Thankyou guys, absolutely excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Subhash Chandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and next to Galle face green. Very quiet with a commanding view of the sea. Breakfast has an excellent spread and the area is just next to the seafront. Staff are very courteous and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JACQUELINE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and courteous staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Bedroom was in poor condition, the air conditioning didn't work overnight, the windows were sealed, the mattress was not comfortable, being hard and feeling the metal springs. Hotel is a nostalgic look back in history and service levels are quite high.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Clean room, staff were lovely, buffet breakfast was yummy with an endless variety to choose from, wifi and AC worked well
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ewan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was fabulous and the staff were outstanding. Please can you kindly pass on my compliments and best wishes to the team who looked after us. We are excited about our next visit. Many thanks Ewan McArthur
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luxurious hotel with charm & character & Amazing sea views. Staff went to enormous efforts to make our stay special & super comfortable. Sea views from our room spectacular We loved the dining & food quality was superb We would love to come back soon
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful old hotel that I have stayed in since I first came to visit Sri Lanka in 2009. It has remained one of my favourite hotels in the world. The service is always impeccable, the food delicious, and the views spectacular. It is very convenient and walkable to many different shopping centers, restaurants, and interesting sites. I highly recommend it.
The bar
Beautiful staircase
Fantastic corridors
Salt water pool
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
​As always, the experience was wonderful. I must specifically commend your entire team—from the front desk to housekeeping and all departments in between—for their consistently smiling, courteous, and highly professional demeanor. It is clear that the staff is genuinely willing to go the extra mile to make guests feel comfortable and valued, which truly makes the Galle Face Hotel stand out.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Riley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Two night stay and we wish it was longer. Everything about this historic hotel was great. The food was amazing. Very nice and helpful staff. The pool was very clean with views of the ocean. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathrin Christiane von

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a wonderful Hotel with colonial charm. The staff is very kind and helpful. I had a perfect stay there!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is gorgeous and the staff both attentive and friendly. The only negative thing I have to say is soundproofing could be a little better. The floors are creaky.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025