Galle Face Hotel
2 Galle Road, Colombo, Basnahira Palata, Sri Lanka
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2 Galle Road, Colombo, Basnahira Palata, Sri Lanka
Hotel Services and Facilities
Free WiFi
Free parking
Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Hotel facilities
- Free Parking
- Garden
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- Room Service
- Safety Deposit Box
- Air Conditioning
- Bar
- 24-Hour Front Desk
- Express Check-In/Check-Out
- Elevator
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Coffee/tea maker
- bathrobes
- fan
- Library
- Private check-in/check-out
- On-site parking
- mini bar
- outdoor pool
- Poolside bar
- shuttle service
- seating area
- telephone
- kitchenware
- 24-hour security
- Concierge services
- Designated Smoking Area
- Doorman
- Family Rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Hair/Beauty Salon
- Kitchen
- Massage services
- Private Beach
- Restaurant(s)
- Closet
- Daily Housekeeping
- English
- Japanese
- Arabic
- French
- Hindi
- Italian
- Russian
- Spanish
- Sinhala
- Tamil
- Non-Smoking Rooms Available
- Slippers
- Shops on site
- Pool with view
- Wooden/Parqueted Flooring
- Smoke alarms
- Fire extinguishers
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
- Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
- First aid kit available
- Cashless payment available
- Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
- Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
- Access to health care professionals
- Staff trained in safety protocol
- Temperature check for guests and staff
- Free face masks
- Ticket services
- Food delivery
- balcony/terrace
- Car rental available
- CCTV security in common areas
- Complimentary drinking water
- Currency exchange service
- Daily disinfection
- Entertainment services
- Fitness center
- Hot tub/Whirlpool
- Ironing amenities
- Laundry services
- Luggage storage & lockers
- Non-smoking property
- Spa services
- Spa/sauna
- Toiletries provided
- Tour services
- TV & Movies/Shows
- Physical/social distancing guidelines
- Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
- Individually-wrapped food options
- Air conditioning in public area
- Alternative meal arrangement
- Window
- Desk/workspace available
- Cleaning products available
- Room service available
- Airport shuttle (charges may apply)
- Valet parking (charges may apply)
- Xerox/fax in business center
- Kid-friendly dining

















































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DAMITH (Group Traveler)
stayed in February, 2026
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
hotel is conveniently located and beautifully showcases classic colonial architecture. I especially enjoyed the refreshing sea breeze while relaxing at the restaurant and in the lobby — it truly enhanced the overall experience.
We had an unpleasant experience during breakfast when one of my co-travellers fell from his chair after a chair leg broke, causing his food to drop on the floor. The chairs appear to be quite old and may require inspection or replacement. What was more disappointing was that no one approached us to apologize or check on the situation. We simply moved to another chair ourselves and continued.
The restaurant staff seemed undertrained and lacked attentiveness and warmth. In contrast, the reception team was very professional, courteous, and handled interactions well.
Reddy2Travel (Couple)
stayed in February, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The location, the food and the room erected very good. The staff was friendly and efficient.
The hotel has long and confusing corridors.
Vikas (Family with young children)
stayed in February, 2026
Guest Score 1 out of 10
Very Poor
There was nothing much to say wow, the reason I stayed in the past where because of the historical connection of the building.
General service, having no water in the room, when asking for drinking water its as if they where doing you a favour. Same when in there dining area for breakfast/dinner having to buy the same bottles that where given in the room. Service staff where very slow and forgetful. An all round poor show for what they where charging.
Mohammed (Family with young children)
stayed in February, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Great location, spacious rooms, great service.
Nothing.
Irit (Solo Traveler)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Beautiful colonial building. Thank you for upgrading my room. I stayed here 70 years ago with my parents. Would like to come back.
Service at the bar was slow
Harish K. (Family with young children)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Breakfast and SPA were great!
Room size seemed small. AC in the room was not very effective
David (Family with young children)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Everything was excellent except the price and the noise from the main road.
KRISHNA (Solo Traveler)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
THE GRAND OLD LADY OF COLOMBO STILL HAS LOTS OF MAGIC LEFT IN HER !!
FULFILLED A LONG-CHERISHED DREAM OF STAYING HERE.
JUST SAT AND WATCHED SUNSETS AND THE ROARING SURF
THE BAR IS ICONIC
Michele (Family with young children)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
He was a lovely room with very nice staff
Angela (Group Traveler)
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Breakfast - the buffet had something to delight all palates. Every single Sri Lankan delicacy, from hoppers and string-hoppers to idlis and dosais, with a mouth-watering array of accompaniments - was available, along with a smorgasbord of offerings!
The staff - Rifishaz Refai and his wonderful team went out of their way to offer hospitality like no other. Nothing was difficult. We stayed 3 times over the holiday period, and they welcomed us consistently each time!
The rooms and overall ambience - the charm of old-world splendour abounds at Galle Face Hotel!
Nothing to dislike
Shivani (Group Traveler)
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Beautiful ocean front facing ! Loved that about it. Many areas to just chill & enjoy the sea front. Lovely colonial building, charming.
The rooms & bathrooms, furnishings, curtains - bathtub was very run down , need refurbishing.
The staff were not as friendly as all the other places we had stayed in Sri Lanka over our 10 day trip. I don’t think they’re as well trained.
ali (Family with young children)
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
Ok
Perfect
Angela (Group Traveler)
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Breakfast - literally a smorgasbord of Sri Lankan cuisine. Pittu, hoppers, string-hoppers, sambols, dosais, idly and all their accompaniments - there was nothing that was missing
Nothing. Even the coffee and tea were exceptional.
Sajeev (Solo Traveler)
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Colonial history and how well it’s kept given the age of the building
Room lighting, tv, you could make the rooms to be modern
Monika (Solo Traveler)
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Staying here was a memorable experience. The hotel is full of history and has a unique charm you don’t find everywhere. The lobby, the views and the whole atmosphere feel elegant and special. The staff were kind and professional, and it was nice to enjoy the hotel’s classic vibe even for one night
I expected a bit more for the price, but the experience itself was worth it.
Tomas (Solo Traveler)
stayed in November, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Great location with a nice pool and direct beach access. Overall we had a very comfortable stay.
Gómez R. (Solo Traveler)
stayed in November, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Everything was beautiful
The price. Very expensive
Katherine (Couple)
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Beautiful old building - the staff were a delight and made us very comfortable. The room was spotless. Food was great - huge choice at the buffet.
Mahapatabendi (Family with young children)
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
This is the second time that I stayed at the Galle Face hotel and it was a very good experience. However, I was a bit disappointed with the staff in the reception. On the previous occasion the reception staff received us in quite a warm and very pleasant manner and they received us with a lot of smiles, whereas this time they looked quite cold. I felt that last time they went the extra mile in fulfilling our needs but this time it was all different. For example, when we were here in December 2024 we got 3-4 hours added to our checkout free of charge and when we returned to take our bags in the evening they even offered us a spare room to have a shower if necessary. But this time (despite not having full occupancy) with great reluctance we got 1 hour extra for checkout. That didnt help us at all. We went to another hotel nearby that had a mall and restaurants and enjoyed staying and eating in their cafe. If we had those extra hours checkout time we would have ordered food to our room as well as spent time in restaurants. However, it is just the reception staff that we had this issue, but the rest of the staff everywhere else in the hotel were great and they had a very lively / kind attitude towards us and quite warm in greeting and responding to queries. The restaurant staff were great as well. Overall, however, it was a positive experience in this historic and iconic hotel.
I have mentioned some points above
Justine (Group Traveler)
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
A must-visit hotel, steeped in history and timeless elegance. We opted for an upgraded room with a balcony overlooking the ocean—an unforgettable view. The bed was exceptionally comfortable, and both the room and bathroom were spacious and spotless.
The reception team was wonderfully attentive, even checking in to ensure everything was perfect with our room. The location is excellent, and we were fortunate to be there during the International Kite Festival, which added a spectacular touch to our stay. Watching the sunset from the property was truly magical.
Breakfast was another highlight, served on a charming balcony with sweeping views of the sea. The staff throughout—from reception to room service—were consistently kind, helpful, and genuinely welcoming.
While the building and grounds could benefit from some restoration, it’s understandable given the challenges Sri Lanka has faced in recent years. That said, it didn’t detract from our experience in the slightest. Our stay was peaceful, memorable, and filled with charm.
Thank you for your information!
Area information
- Ratmalana - 7.34 mi
- Bandaranaike Intl Airport - 18.19 mi
- Bentota River Waterdrome - 36.06 mi
- Kollupita Railroad Station - 0.62 mi
- Colombo Fort Railroad Station - 0.95 mi
- Bambalapitiya Railway - 1.92 mi
- Baseline Road Railroad Station - 2.22 mi
- Cotta Road Railroad Station - 2.67 mi
- Kelaniya Railroad Station - 4.29 mi
- Negombo Railway Station - 20.02 mi
- Srilanka National Museum - 1.25 mi
- National Art Gallery - 1.28 mi
- Barefoot Gallery - 1.75 mi
- Asiri Surgical Hospital - 2.88 mi
- Apollo Hospital Colombo - 2.94 mi
- Negombo General Hospital - 20.18 mi
- Dehiwala Zoo - 4.78 mi
- Beira Lake - 0.81 mi
- Khan Clock Tower - 1.17 mi
- University of Colombo - 1.75 mi
- Maris Stella College - 20.24 mi
- R Premadasa Stadium - 2.20 mi
- Sugathadasa Stadium - 2.46 mi
- St Anthony's Church - 21.18 mi
- Negombo Beach Park - 21.84 mi
- American Embassy - 0.53 mi
- Colombo Rowing Club - 0.73 mi
- Colombo World Trade Center - 0.88 mi
- Colombo Town Hall - 1.25 mi
- Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque - 1.31 mi
- Alliance Francaise - 1.43 mi
- British Council - 1.58 mi
- Colombo Harbour - 1.82 mi
- Sinhalese Sports Club - 1.89 mi
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- Trawler Harbor - 3.49 mi
- Mount Lavinia Bus Stand - 6.20 mi
- Ratmalana - 7.31 mi
- Gallegama Dewale - 13.99 mi
- Seeduwa Road - 14.93 mi
- Leisure World - 17.76 mi
- Ave Maria Convent - 20.26 mi
- Kalutara South - 24.72 mi
- Bopathella Falls - 36.67 mi
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- Dotulu Ella Falls - 41.50 mi
- Kakkapalliya - 42.39 mi
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- Ahupiniella Falls - 45.75 mi
- Adams Peak Falls - 49.00 mi
- Gartmore Falls - 49.00 mi
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Galle Face Hotel
2 Galle Road, Colombo, Basnahira Palata, Sri Lanka