Galle Face Hotel | Hotel in Colombo

| 8.4 (1264 Reviews) |  9 Bathrooms  34 Guests
Kollupitiya Hotel | Galle Face Hotel

Hotel in Kollupitiya, Colombo

This iconic and colonial-style hotel, built in 1864, features a spa and a saltwater pool with lounge chairs that faces the vast Indian Ocean. With hardwood floors, most rooms at Galle Face Hotel offer views of the Indian Ocean, Galle Face Green or Colombo City. They come 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 center. In the heart of Colombo City, Galle Face Hotel is a 15-minute drive from Odel Shopping Mall and just 22 miles 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.

Galle Face Hotel is located in Colombo.

This 157 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Internet, Air Conditioner, Designated Smoking Area, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 1264 reviews with the average score of 8.4 . Coming to Colombo and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 157 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this RBO place in Colombo. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

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2, Galle Road, Colombo, 00100, Sri Lanka

Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
View
Private Beach
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Fruit
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Snack bar
Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Parking
  • Parking garage
  • Free parking
  • Accessible parking
Activities
  • Foot massage
  • Full-body massage
  • Evening entertainment
  • Hand massage
  • Beach
  • Themed dinners
  • Massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Neck massage
  • Fitness
  • Couples' massage
  • Head massage
  • Fitness center
  • Back massage
  • Sauna
  • Live music/Performance
  • Spa facilities
  • Private beach area
General
  • Elevator
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Safe
Guest Services
  • Laundry
  • Currency exchange
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Packed lunches
  • Concierge
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Car rental
  • Baggage storage
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Airport shuttle
  • Ironing service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business center
  • Tour desk
  • Shuttle service
  • Suit press
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour front desk
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Key access
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
Spa
  • Pool with view
  • Pool bar
  • Saltwater pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport pickup
  • Airport drop-off

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
A mandatory tax of sscl 2.5% will be charged. if payments are made in local currency (lkr) for all guests.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.97
Location:
9.55
Staff:
9.09
Facilities:
8.39
Comfort:
8.84
Cleanliness:
8.83
Belinda
Aug 29, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
Australia
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Beautiful old hotel. Generous size room. Comfortable bed. Friendly service.
Negative: The food at the restaurant was very average. Loud music started playing somewhere in the hotel at 8am and it was very noisy in our room and could also be heard in the lobby.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Garden View Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 26 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Garden View Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Bathrobe, Shower, Private bathroom, Slippers, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Bidet, Toothbrush, Shower cap, Toilet, Towels

General

Carpeted, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Iron, Air conditioning, Hardwood or parquet floors, Safe, Fan

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Living Area

Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Wine glasses

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Saltwater pool, Pool towels
City View Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Bathrobe, Shower, Private bathroom, Slippers, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Bidet, Toothbrush, Shower cap, Toilet, Towels

General

Carpeted, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Iron, Air conditioning, Hardwood or parquet floors, Safe, Fan

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Living Area

Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Wine glasses

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Saltwater pool, Pool towels
Sea View Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 27 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Bathrobe, Shower, Private bathroom, Slippers, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Bidet, Toothbrush, Shower cap, Toilet, Towels

General

Carpeted, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Iron, Air conditioning, Hardwood or parquet floors, Safe, Fan

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Executive lounge access

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

View

View, Sea view

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Wine glasses

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Saltwater pool, Pool towels
Balcony Sea View Room with Free Cocktails daily from 4:30 PM to 6:30 Pm
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 36 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Bathrobe, Shower, Private bathroom, Slippers, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Bidet, Toothbrush, Shower cap, Toilet, Towels

General

Carpeted, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Iron, Air conditioning, Hardwood or parquet floors, Safe, Fan

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Executive lounge access

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

View

Garden view, View, Sea view

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Wine glasses

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Saltwater pool, Pool towels
Junior Suite Sea View with Free Cocktails daily from 4:30 PM to 6:30
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 45 m2
3 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Bathrobe, Shower, Private bathroom, Slippers, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Bidet, Toothbrush, Shower cap, Toilet, Towels

General

Carpeted, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Iron, Air conditioning, Hardwood or parquet floors, Safe, Fan

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Executive lounge access

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Wine glasses

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Saltwater pool, Pool towels

Exclusive services

Complimentary evening snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Junior Suite Sea View Balcony
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 45 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Bathrobe, Shower, Private bathroom, Slippers, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Bidet, Toothbrush, Shower cap, Toilet, Towels

General

Carpeted, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Iron, Air conditioning, Hardwood or parquet floors, Safe, Fan

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Executive lounge access

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

View

View, Sea view

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Wine glasses

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Saltwater pool, Pool towels

Exclusive services

Complimentary evening snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Signature Suites with Free Cocktails daily from 4:30 PM to 6:30 Pm
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 100 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Fruit, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Bathrobe, Shower, Private bathroom, Slippers, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Bathtub, Bidet, Toothbrush, Shower cap, Toilet, Towels

General

Carpeted, Trash cans, Interconnecting room(s) available, Ironing facilities, Iron, Air conditioning, Hardwood or parquet floors, Safe, Fan

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Executive lounge access

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk, Dining area

View

Garden view, View, Sea view

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dining table, Wine glasses

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Sofa bed, Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Saltwater pool, Pool towels

Exclusive services

Complimentary evening snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Royal Suite with Free Cocktails daily from 4:30 PM to 6:30 Pm
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 70 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Fruit, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Bathrobe, Shower, Private bathroom, Slippers, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Bathtub, Bidet, Toothbrush, Shower cap, Toilet, Towels

General

Carpeted, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Iron, Air conditioning, Hardwood or parquet floors, Safe, Fan

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Executive lounge access

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk, Dining area

View

View, Sea view

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dining table, Wine glasses

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Sofa bed, Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Saltwater pool, Pool towels

Exclusive services

Complimentary evening snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Family Room
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 60 m2
1 Sofa bed Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Bathrobe, Shower, Private bathroom, Slippers, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Bidet, Toothbrush, Shower cap, Toilet, Conditioner

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

General

Carpeted, Trash cans, Iron, Air conditioning, Hardwood or parquet floors, Fan

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Clothes rack

Accessibility

Raised toilet

Pool and Spa

Saltwater pool, Pool towels

Food & Drink

Bottle of water

Kitchen

Wine glasses

Exclusive services

Complimentary evening snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Classic Sea View Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 27 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

FAQ's

Is this Galle Face Hotel pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Galle Face Hotel?

Check-in time for Galle Face Hotel starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 12:00 PM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Galle Face Hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Galle Face Hotel has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Galle Face Hotel?

Best-rates for the Galle Face Hotel starts from $314 per night with includes Guest Services, Pool, View, Oceanfront, Transportation/Shuttle, Business Services, Child Friendly, Laundry, Parking, Security/Safety, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast, Accessibility, Sports/Activities, Spa, Entertainment, Internet, Air Conditioner, Designated Smoking Area, Private Beach, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Wellness Facilities with all other facilities. RBO matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Galle Face Hotel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 5 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Galle Face Hotel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Galle Face Hotel has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Galle Face Hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Galle Face Hotel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Galle Face Hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Galle Face Hotel are as follows: Non refundable Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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