Hotels in Colombo, LK
Galle Face Hotel
Smoke-freeFamily friendly
About this property
You’d never want to leave such a hotel — hotel "Galle Face Hotel" is located in Colombo. This hotel is located in walking distance from the city center. You can take a walk and explore the neighbourhood area of the hotel. Places nearby: Galle Face Green Beach and Colombo Port City Beach.
Location
You can stop by the bar. Taste the local cuisine and have a rest in the restaurant. Free Wi-Fi on the territory will help you to stay on-line. If you travel by car, you can park in a parking zone for free.
If you travel by car, you can park in a parking zone. The following services are also available for the guests: a massage room, a sauna, a spa center and a doctor. Guests who love doing sports will be able to enjoy a fitness center and a gym. You won’t be bored as at the hotel you will find a library.
Tourists who can’t live without swimming will appreciate a pool and an outdoor pool. For participants of business meetings will be able to use a business center, a conference hall, event facilities. To book an excursion, consult the tour assistance desk of the hotel. For the free movement around the city, the hotel offers a transfer for you.
Accessibility: there is an elevator/lift. Additional services that the hotel offers to its guests: a laundry, dry cleaning, ironing, press, car rental, a safe-deposit box and a concierge. The staff of the hotel will be happy to talk to you in English, Spanish, Italian and French.
At the hotel
Here’s what you’ll find in the room to have a rest after a long day: a bathrobe. Please note that the listed services may not be available in all the rooms.
Room amenities
Popular facilities
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- Check-in
- From 14:00
- Check-out
- Until 12:00
- Breakfast
- Available
- Extra bed
- USD 25 per guest/night
- Reception
- 24/7
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Luggage storage
- Available
- Languages
- Spanish, English, Italian +3
- Smoking
- Smoke-free
- Children
- Family friendly
- Room types
- 4
Room Information
Rooms
1 / 6 Signature Suite
- Private bathroom
- air-conditioning
- bathrobe
- desk
- fan
- hairdryer
- iron
- mini-bar
- mirror
- private-bathroom
- safe
- slippers
- tea-or-coffee
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1 / 5 Royal Suite
- Private bathroom
- air-conditioning
- bathrobe
- coffee
- desk
- fan
- hairdryer
- iron
- mini-bar
- mirror
- private-bathroom
- safe
- slippers
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1 / 4 Presidential Suite
- Private bathroom
- air-conditioning
- coffee
- hairdryer
- mirror
- private-bathroom
- safe
- telephone
- toiletries
- towels
- tv
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1 / 3 Empress Suite
- Private bathroom
- air-conditioning
- coffee
- hairdryer
- mirror
- private-bathroom
- safe
- telephone
- toiletries
- towels
- tv
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Guest reviews
Recent reviews shared by hotel guests
Guest Rating
9/10
Excellent Featured review
Judith H.
10/10
Our front-facing balcony room was spacious, with a big shower, separate toilet, and lots of wardrobe and drawer space. We found the hotel beautifully restored, and its long history as Sri Lanka’s first and oldest hotel adds to its character. There are four restaurants, with a good buffet for breakfast and dinner, and afternoon tea too. The location is handy for the shopping mall and a walk along “the Lawn,” a popular stretch by the sea at sunset. The King of the Mambo bar sits right on the waterfront, and watching waves crash just 50 m away was great. Vishnu from the bar team was excellent, saving us a table each night and remembering our drinks. The huge swimming pool is right by the indian ocean, and we also had a fabulous relaxing full body massage. We’d happily recommend the hotel, 11 out of 10!
Shiro P.
10/10
We had a pleasant stay at the Galle Face Hotel during the Sri Lankan New Year, from 12-15 April 2026. The property is beautiful, and the views and caring staff made the visit memorable. Ivoni, the Guest Relations Officer, deserves a special thank you. She arranged Room 3006 for us and went out of her way to make sure we were happy. From there we could see both the sea and the land, and the dusk view was unforgettable. Her attention and genuine care for guests really showed. At the Verandah Restaurant, Nazlin (sorry if I got the name wrong) served us several times. Her friendly manner and lovely smile made breakfast especially enjoyable, and her warmth and professionalism added a personal touch. The front office team also welcomed us graciously when we arrived. I’d wholeheartedly recommend the Galle Face Hotel for a lovely stay and excellent service.
Britney H.
10/10
The family room was comfortable and nice, though it wasn’t as updated as some of the other rooms. The hotel’s history gives the place so much character, and the grounds are stunning, with beautifully maintained gardens. We loved relaxing by the pool, and the location is fantastic for ocean views. The hospitality was incredible from start to finish. Everyone was welcoming and attentive and made us feel well looked after. A beautiful, memorable stay in a charming historic hotel.
Kasun F.
10/10
I came for dinner at the Galle Face Hotel buffet around 7pm and ended up staying nearly three hours. I’m having a genuinely wonderful time. The food is good, but the staff stood out most. Karan, Dimansha, Suranjan and Raja were superb: warm, friendly, professional and attentive, while still feeling personable. I never felt left alone or uncared for. It was like being among people who really wanted me to have a good time. Thanks to them and the whole team. I wasn’t paid to write this, just giving credit where it’s due.
Christian M.
10/10
Belinda at the front desk welcomed us warmly and was professional and attentive from the moment we arrived. Her manager, Devatha, went out of the way to make sure things were right and kindly arranged an upgrade. Our room was incredibly spacious, spotlessly clean and elegantly furnished, which made it easy to relax. We also enjoyed dinner at the restaurant, with delicious food and a lovely evening atmosphere. The Galle Face Hotel brings together heritage style and modern comfort so well, and the generous hospitality made our trip unforgettable.
Amenities
Everything available at this property
60 Facilities
General Services
32 available- Shopping on site
- Computer
- Air conditioning
- 24 Hour Reception
- Elevator/lift
- Currency exchange
- Smoke Free Property
- Security guard
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Express Check In/Check Out
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- Fire Extinguisher
- Room service
- Ironing
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Safe Deposit Box
- Concierge services
- Dry Cleaning
- Shoe shine
- Telephone
- Packed Lunches
- Shuttle
- Car rental
- Airport transportation
- Transfer services
- Tour assistance
- Library
- Sun Deck
Accessibility
1 available- Accessibility features
Internet
1 available- Free Wi Fi
Parking
3 available- Parking
- Parking nearby
- Free Parking on Premises
Meals
8 available- Bar
- Breakfast
- Buffet breakfast
- Breakfast in the room
- Restaurant
- Restaurant (buffet style)
- Snack bar
- Kitchen
Recreation & Wellness
1 available- Spa tub
Pool and beach
4 available- Swimming pool
- Outdoor pool
- Private beach
- Pool facilities
Room Amenities
4 available- Non Smoking Rooms
- Family room
- Bathrobe
- Toiletries
Languages
6 available- Spanish
- English
- Italian
- French
- Multi Language Staff
- Arabic
What's nearby
Explore attractions, restaurants and transport around the hotel
60 places nearby
Closest Bus Galle face halt 1
107 m 1 min walk
Closest Train Kompannavidiya
481 m 6 min walk
Top attraction nearbyGalle Face Green
380 m 5 min walk
Dining nearby 20 Restaurants
14 m 1 min walk
Attractions
20- Galle Face Green380 m 5 min walk
- Seema Malakaya Temple1.0 km 13 min walk
- Gangarama Temple1.2 km 16 min walk
- Colombo Lotus Tower1.5 km 19 min walk
- Excel World Entertainment Park1.8 km 22 min walk
Restaurants
20- 1864 Limited Edition14 m 1 min walk
- King of the Mambo52 m 1 min walk
- Breeze Barracuda58 m 1 min walk
- Biryani & Chai Colombo69 m 1 min walk
- Al Bite69 m 1 min walk
Transit
20- Bandaranaike International AirportAirport29.1 km
- Galle face halt 1Bus107 m 1 min walk
- Galle face halt 1Bus119 m 1 min walk
- RichardsonBus369 m 5 min walk
- Kollupitiya Crescat haltBus393 m 5 min walk
Stay rules
Important conditions for your stay
Check-in14:00 – 15:00Front desk timing
Check-out12:00Departure timing
Fees and optional services
Extra beds
Extra bed (1 available) - Extra charge may apply
Deposit
Deposit required