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Galle Face
Sri Lanka, Indian Ocean
Colombo
Situated in Colombo overlooking the spectacular Indian Ocean, the city hotel Galle Face offers all the convenience of a city hotel but with a stunning location. The hotel is a mere 2 kms from a wealth of entertainment and recreation including restaurants, shops, nightclubs and bars and is within easy access of the array of cultural and historical sights and sounds that the city has to offer.Preserving its old colonial style this iconic hotel combines traditional, refined elegance with modern convenience and luxury. Guests will appreciate the array of services and facilities the hotel has to offer which cater to the needs of business and leisure guests. The hotels dining options are second to none offering relaxing settings and unparalleled fine-dining.
Facilities
- Car park
- 24-hour reception
- Wired Internet
- Wi-fi
- Car hire*
- Transfer service*
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Laundry service
- Medical service
- *Some facilities may incur an additional fee
Due to the surrounding area and the number of steps around the hotel, it may not be suitable for those with mobility difficulties.
The Local Area
Tripadvisor Reviews
4.5 Excellent5,169 reviews
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72%
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Galle face hotel
A fabulous property, maintained really well. Great vibe and lovely food. A must stay in for anyone visiting Colombo.
Review by Sherpa50208984884 Chandigarh, India
Dinner buffet
An excellence service and delicious buffet. Buffet has variations that are fully satisfied. Thank you so much Ms. Shayani and all other staff members. Keep it up.
Wonderful
Wonderful Hotel Experience ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Really wonderful hotel and a very pleasant experience. I absolutely love the location, and I felt very comfortable during my stay.
The food was also very nice, and the overall hospitality made me feel good. I stayed for more than four days and truly enjoyed my time here.
I would be happy to stay here again in the future.
Thank you for the wonderful experience. See you again! 🙏😊
Review by 134ramesh United States
Great hotel
Natheela was wonderful, fantastic evening, great service!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely Unmatched Heritage Luxury!
We recently stayed at the iconic Galle Face Hotel in Colombo for our final night, and it completely surpassed every single expectation we had. From the moment you arrive, you are enveloped in timeless elegance. The building itself is a magnificent, historic colonial landmark—absolute perfection if you love authentic architecture and old-world charm that is genuinely delightful to experience. The property is breathtaking: massive, beautifully appointed rooms, an exceptionally grand and impressive foyer, and stunning, picturesque scenery everywhere you look. My 74-year-old mom absolutely fell in love with it. Location-wise, it couldn't be more impeccable. Situated right on Galle Face Green, the proximity to the water, breathtaking ocean views, and the easy indoor/outdoor reach to everything—including the One Galle Face Mall—made our stay effortless. What truly sets this hotel apart, however, is their extraordinary commitment to guests. The attention to detail and the way they handled all of our special requests completely blew us away, far exceeding any other hotel we stayed at during our trip. Above all, the service from every single member of the staff was faultless. A special and heartfelt thank you to the manager, Ms. Peiris, who went completely out of her way to look after us and provide absolutely fabulous local recommendations. If you are looking for the absolute best heritage experience in Colombo, this is unquestionably one of the finest. We cannot wait to return!
Review by 875syd Brighton, Australia
