Galle Face Hotel - Colombo
6.920612, 79.846085Overview
4-star heritage oceanfront hotel in Colombo
Amenities & Wellness
The Galle Face Hotel offers an exclusive saltwater swimming pool that faces the Indian Ocean, the only one of its kind in Colombo. Guests have access to a spa inspired by Balinese wellness traditions, providing massage services, spa facilities, sauna, and spa/wellness packages. The hotel also has a fitness centre and outdoor sun loungers or beach chairs around the pool.
Rooms
Most rooms at Galle Face Hotel offer views of the Indian Ocean, Galle Face Green, or Colombo City, with wooden flooring and high ceilings. Each room has a TV, private bathroom with hairdryer, minibar, and personal safe. The Regency Junior Suite on the second floor has two large windows overlooking the pool and sea.
Dining & Entertainment
The hotel has 3 on-site restaurants including Verandah for buffet breakfast, high tea, and dinner, and The 1864 for fine dining. Guests can attend themed dinner nights, evening entertainment, and live music or performance events. The Travellers Bar is open for drinks and cocktails with ocean views.
Location
Galle Face Hotel is located on the seafront facing Galle Face Green, a 5-minute drive from Odel Shopping Mall. The property is a 15-minute drive from Colombo International Airport and within walking distance to One Galle Face Shopping Centre. Nearby attractions include Gangaramaya Temple and Colombo Lighthouse.
Business & Events
The hotel provides a business centre, meeting and banquet facilities, and fax/photocopying services for corporate guests. It offers airport shuttle service from the hotel to Colombo International Airport with car hire and valet parking. The property has been recognized as a premier venue for high-profile events and weddings in Colombo.
- Building: Built in 1864, first Sri Lankan hotel featured on a postage stamp
- Pool: Exclusive saltwater swimming pool, the only one in Colombo
- Recognition: Winner of Sri Lanka Tourism Awards 2024
- Dining: 3 on-site restaurants, including acclaimed The 1864
- Spa: Balinese-inspired spa with full-body massage and sauna
- Location: Oceanfront property on Galle Face Green
- Rooms: Rooms with Indian Ocean, Galle Face Green, or Colombo City views
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Valet parking
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Poolside snack bar
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Snack bar
Paid airport shuttle
Fitness centre
Saltwater pool
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
Spa & Leisure
- Saltwater pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with view
Room view
- Sea view
- Garden view
- City view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Galle Face Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 52 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 2.3 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 9.0 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base, DWO |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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