Galle Face Hotel
2 Galle Road, Colombo, Basnahira Palata, Sri Lanka
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Galle Face Hotel offers top-notch services and amenities, ensuring guests experience utmost comfort. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Prior to your check-in date, you can arrange airport transportation services, guaranteeing a seamless and efficient experience for both arrival and departure.Discovering Colombo becomes even more accessible, thanks to the car hire amenities provided at the hotel. The hotel offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport.Effortlessly plan your daily activities and travel requirements with concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes provided by the front desk services.Securing passes to the city's top attractions is simple with the hotel's ticket service and tours. For extended visits or whenever required, the dry cleaning service and laundry service ensures your preferred travel garments remain clean and accessible.During leisurely days and evenings, in-room amenities such as 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping enable you to maximize your stay in the room. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted.Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort.For a more enjoyable stay, select rooms at hotel are equipped with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning.At Galle Face Hotel, a selection of rooms can be found that showcase unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace. For certain chosen rooms, guests can enjoy in-room amusement like daily newspaper, television, in-room video streaming and cable TV as a part of their stay. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker, bottled water and mini bar. It is worth noting that certain guest bathrooms feature a hair dryer, toiletries and bathrobes for your convenience. Chosen accommodation prices might include entry to the executive lounge, offering premium services amid an ambiance of refined extravagance. Each morning at Galle Face Hotel, a scrumptious, homemade breakfast kick-starts the day. During your visit, indulge in a range of delightful culinary choices at hotel to enhance your experience. Experience a fantastic evening effortlessly! Relish an entertaining night without venturing beyond the confines of the bar. Galle Face Hotel provides a superb assortment of leisure amenities for guests to enjoy.During your stay, the hotel provides direct access to a beach, ensuring you remain near the sea throughout your visit.Treat and spoil yourself by stopping at massage, hot tub, steam room, spa and sauna for a memorable experience.Begin your holiday perfectly by taking a plunge into the swimming pool.At the hotel, enjoy a laid-back beverage experience by the poolside bar, sipping on a soothing cocktail.Eliminate those holiday calories by stopping by hotel and making use of their well-equipped exercise amenities.

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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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.
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.
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.
stayed in February, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Great location, spacious rooms, great service.
Nothing.
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
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
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.
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
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
He was a lovely room with very nice staff
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
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.
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
Ok
Perfect
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.
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
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.
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.
stayed in November, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Everything was beautiful
The price. Very expensive
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.
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
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.
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Galle Face Hotel

2 Galle Road, Colombo, Basnahira Palata, Sri Lanka