Galle Face Hotel

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9.1
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1,006 reviews

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Arasa

10.0
/ 10
Breakfast is superb. Real varities of food. Balcony is ok. Needs cleaning because of pigeons. But, it is difficult. Floor rug is really old and dirty. Room service excellent. Reception is very good but I noticed that the plesant reception on arrival slowly vanishes for long term guests, I duppose familiarity. On the whole we had a very plesant stay. We will go back again.

Thushan

10.0
/ 10
My third stay at this hotel and did not fail my expectations. Check in is easy. Staff are very help and pleasant. Loved the breakfast and had great afternoon at the restaurant by the pool. The infinite pool is lovely.

Charitha

10.0
/ 10
Old colonial style building a welcome change from other hotels. Large pool facing the beach and private view of coast . Lovely to relax in evening
In the Area
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2 Galle Road, Gampaha, Western, Sri Lanka, 300

Main Facilities

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This accommodation offers:
Outdoor pool
Poolside bar
Laundry service
Parking
Luggage storage
Elevator
Garden
Business facilities
Galle Face Hotel is located in area / city Gampaha. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
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2 Galle Road, Gampaha, Western, Sri Lanka, 300
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General
In Colombo (Kollupitiya)

Location
With a stay at Galle Face Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Colombo, steps from Galle Face Green and within a 10-minute walk of Crescat Shopping Mall. This beach hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Colombo City Centre.

Attractions
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Galle Face Green - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
High Commission of India - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Galle Face Green Night Market - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
St. Andrew's Scots Kirk Church - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Galle Face Beach - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Crescat Shopping Mall - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Beira Lake - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
One Galle Face - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
United States Embassy Colombo - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Old Parliament Building - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Nawaloka Hospital - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Liberty Plaza - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Bank of Ceylon Tower - 1.5 km / 1 mi
Colombo City Centre - 1.5 km / 1 mi
King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe Prison Cell - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi

The preferred airport for Galle Face Hotel is Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 35.6 km / 22.1 mi

Facilities
Take time to pamper yourself with a visit to the full-service spa. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.

Business Facilities
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.

Dining
Enjoy international cuisine at 1864 Restaurant, one of the hotel's 7 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 3 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 156 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and bathrobes. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

All facilities in Galle Face Hotel

Facility

  • Outdoor pool
  • Poolside bar
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Swimming Pool
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Entertainment Facility
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Fitness Center
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Functional Hall
Common Space Galle Face Hotel
Common Space

Food and Drinks

  • Poolside bar
  • Breakfast
  • Snack bar

Things to Do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Garden
  • Spa
  • Library
  • Pool sun loungers

Transportation

  • Valet parking

Connectivity

  • LAN Internet
  • Free WiFi

General

  • Banquet
  • Ballroom
  • Smoking area
  • Parking
  • Terrace

Public Facilities

  • Safety deposit box
  • Elevator

Hotel Services

  • Laundry service
  • Newspaper in lobby
  • Wedding service
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour Receptionist
  • Concierge

Business Facilities

  • Meeting rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Conference center
  • Conference rooms
  • Computer station

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Galle Face Hotel

General Check-in Instructions

  • 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
, 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.

Pets

Service Animals Not Allowed
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General Information

Popular Facilities
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 14:00 - to 12:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at Galle Face Hotel
156
Number of floors in Galle Face Hotel
2
Another facilities in Galle Face Hotel
Poolside bar, Breakfast, Snack bar, Outdoor pool, Garden

Frequently asked question in Galle Face Hotel

What is normal check-in & check-out time at Galle Face Hotel?
The standard check-in time at Galle Face Hotel is starting from From 14:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 12:00
Does Galle Face Hotel provide breakfast?
Yes, Galle Face Hotel provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is the star rating of Galle Face Hotel?
Galle Face Hotel is a 5.0-star hotel.
How many floors does Galle Face Hotel have?
Galle Face Hotel has 2 floors.
How many rooms are available at Galle Face Hotel?
Galle Face Hotel has 156 rooms in total.
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Overall Ratings & Reviews Galle Face Hotel

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Other sources (1,001)
9.2
Exceptional
From 1,001 reviews
Cleanliness

9.4

Room Comfort

9.0

Service and Facilites

9.4

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Arasa
10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Breakfast is superb. Real varities of food. Balcony is ok. Needs cleaning because of pigeons. But, it is difficult. Floor rug is really old and dirty. Room service excellent. Reception is very good but I noticed that the plesant reception on arrival slowly vanishes for long term guests, I duppose familiarity. On the whole we had a very plesant stay. We will go back again.
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Thushan
10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

My third stay at this hotel and did not fail my expectations. Check in is easy. Staff are very help and pleasant. Loved the breakfast and had great afternoon at the restaurant by the pool. The infinite pool is lovely.
Jerry
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

great location on the beach, excellent rooms, great service
Charitha
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Old colonial style building a welcome change from other hotels. Large pool facing the beach and private view of coast . Lovely to relax in evening
Jenany
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8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The food could have been better
Hariharan
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

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It was an amazing experience staying at Galle Face hotel. Had an ocean view room and enjoyed it. Fantastic buffet spread and on the beach.
mangala
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Family
10.0
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Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

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Iresha was awesome and assisted us with exploring hotel amenities. The front desk manager on 7/13 and 7/14 was great. It was a great experience.
Palitha
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Friends and family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

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We had the most wonderful 4 days at the Galle Face Hotel. Everything we received was better than we expected. Will definitely stay here on our next visit to SL.
mangala
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Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

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Hotel staff Iresha and Ranjith were awesome. Great experience. Also, the manager at the front desk was great. The location and food was excellent! We will definitely come back!!
Shazia
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with Children
10.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

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great customer service
Sharful
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

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If there is one hotel you should be staying before you die … it’s Galle Face. I stay here everytime I visit Colombo.
Sanjula
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10.0
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Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

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My first time staying at Galle Face Hotel. Older property but unique and the staff service is amazing. I had just stayed overnight leaving back out early in the morning and I had breakfast in a box ready to take with me to the airport.
Brian
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10.0
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Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

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Friendly staff and great location
Andrea
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

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Lovely old colonial hotel with a past! Saltwater pool. Ocean breezes keep you cool in a hot Colombo. Room was very comfortable. Very easy to get a taxi or tuktuk anywhere.
Andrea
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10.0
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Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

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Love the old colonial hotel with a history. Love that it was oceanfront so the outside areas always felt cool with a breeze as Colombo was HOT! Staff always excellent. Always easy to get a taxi or tuktuk to wherever you want.
Jayarajasingham
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Family
6.0
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Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

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The staff at Galle Face Hotel were exceptional; every member of the team we interacted with was extremely hospitable, welcoming and genuinely helpful throughout our stay. Their service stood out and made the visit memorable. That said, the condition of the building itself was quite disappointing and did not reflect the quality of the staff. The room's control panels barely functioned, and the air conditioning was inconsistent at times. During heavy rain, the window seals were not adequate, and water leaked into the room overnight, leaving puddles inside. Again, the staff were among the best service we've experienced, but the property itself is in need of significant maintenance and upgrades to match the level of hospitality provided.
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Judith
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

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Great location very close to shopping mall and walk along " the Lawn" a popular walk along the sea front at sunset. Hotel has so much history with it being the first and therefore the oldest hotel in Sri Lanka. It is beautifully restored and has 4 restaurants. A great buffet for breakfast afternoon tea and dinner. The King of the Mambo is an amazing bar right on the sea front. A great place to watch the waves crash before you 50 m away! Vishnu one of the bar team was excellent. Reserved a table for us each night and remembered our drinks! Swimming pool is huge right on the indian ocean. We had a relaxing full body massage which was fabulous. We got a balcony room at the front of the hotel which had great views. The room was large, big shower and separate toilet. Lots of wardrobe space and drawers. We would not hesitate to recommend this hotel and give it 11 out of 10!
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SAMSON
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Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

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In the last 2 years we have stayed at this hotel 6 times with no regrets. There’s not a better hotel staff in Colombo—- from the general managers to the front desk to the concierge team to room care even the restaurant and bar staff all deliver 6 star service and care. Property facades needs a little upkeep attention but no lack of ambience or cleanliness. We feel like we’re returning home to family each visit. Looking forward to more stays soon.
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neranjana
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Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

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Coming to Galle Face hotel is like returning home. The staff is the best around and I am grateful for their kindness and hospitality.
Sharon
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with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 24 week(s) ago

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Stay here if you cherish Traditions! Colonialism at its best. Staff is very proud of this regal establishment. Old world elegance and charm!
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