Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Sri Lanka National Museum - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Marino Mall - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
Getting around
Colombo Fort Station - 10 min drive
Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
Coffee Stop - Cinnamon Grand - 8 min walk
Kaffi - 8 min walk
King Of The Mambo - 1 min walk
Yu Mi Japanese Restaurent - 4 min walk
Roots - 8 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 like a beachfront location and beachfront dining, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Take some time to relax at the onsite 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 with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Free self parking and valet parking
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and luggage storage
Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and wedding services
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 156 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Childcare services, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transportation
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site
Free valet parking on site
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 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 R
The Poolside Bar
Travellers' Bar
Things to do
Full-service spa
Library
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
In-room babysitting (surcharge)
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 center
Computer station
Conference center
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Garden
On the beach
On the boardwalk/promenade
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Full-service spa
Couples treatment rooms
Accessibility
Elevator
More
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 1864
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
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
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
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and 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, 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
We should mention
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on January 1
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 Jul 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Galle Face Hotel on Jul 28, 2025 start from P 4,524.52, excluding 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?
Check-out 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 center 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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Galle Face Hotel Reviews
Reviews
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Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 679 out of 1004 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 1004 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1004 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1004 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1004 reviews
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Always a pleasure to stay here or visit it
ALI
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10
Beautiful building in a fantastic location
Nicholas
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
8/10
Beautiful historic hotel, lovely service
Lara Kim
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10
amazing historical hotel
Stephen
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
8/10
Beautiful well maintained heritage hotel. Staff were exemplary. Our room was a little on the small side.
Philip
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10
See view rooms.
Helarisi
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
8/10
Really enjoyed our stay at Galle Face - excellent location and the staff and food were wonderful.
Paul
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10
Wonderful hotel! The hospitality is unrivaled and every guest experience memorable, from the Afternoon High Tea to the delicious buffet dinner which my well travelled son described as one of the best meals he has had. Emmanuel, the Head Concierge was extremely attentive to the needs of the guests, ensuring that their visit is both enjoyable and safe. Thank you Emmanuel!!
My family and I look forward to a future return visit to the Galle Face Hotel
Louis
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10
Wonderful colonial style hotel on the seafront with an abundance of character.
Chris
Stayed 19 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
Good location and very historical hotel.
Isamu
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10
Old-style charm coupled with modern amenities, all underpinned by excellent service in a fantastic location.
Jegath
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10
It was a lovely stay for Xmas
Danielle
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10
Service was slow.
Dharmakeerthi
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
8/10
Very friendly staff. Extremely helpful. Hotel has character.
Yvonne
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10
I love these old heritage hotels and this didnt disappoint - very atmospheric and a whos who of famous people have stayed - nice friendly staff, nice pool, had a big sea view balcony room
Paul
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
8/10
Everything was perfect! Highly recommend!
Nancy
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
Excellent stay in a historic hotel
Sivasambu
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10
Very classy old heritage hotel but well maintained awesome bar right at the beach
Laszlo
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10
Very nice hotel and staff.
Tamara
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10
Amazing place with amazing view and great staff.
Meera
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10
Good
pooranakumar
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10
The service was great. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Good location!
PLACIDE
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10
Amazing location and staff. Full of history.
Lalantha
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
8/10
It is lovely staying in a place with such historical significance and class.
Sue
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10
Old style colonial hotel taking one back to another are