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Galle Face Hotel

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Exterior
On the beach
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Junior Suite Ocean View (1 Queen Bed ) | Living room | Flat-screen TV

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Galle Face Hotel

5.0 star property
Upscale beachfront hotel with outdoor pool, near Galle Face Green

9.0/10 Superb

870 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

  • Free parking
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport transfer
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathtub
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2 Galle Road, Colombo, 300

Guests rated this location 9.4/10 - Exceptional

Main amenities
  • 24-hour room service
  • 7 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
  • Airport shuttle
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room childcare
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Terrace
For families
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Garden
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Premium TV channels
  • Private bathroom

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

  • On the beach

Getting around

  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 43 min drive
  • Colombo Fort Station - 10 min drive
  • Bambalapitiya Railway Station - 11 min drive
  • Wellawatta Railway Station - 16 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • Coffee Stop - Cinnamon Grand - 8 min walk
  • King Of The Mambo - 1 min walk
  • Sugar Bistro & Wine Bar - 7 min walk
  • Bavarian German Restaurant - 2 min walk
  • Breeze By Barracuda - 1 min walk
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About this property

Galle Face Hotel

Galle Face Hotel offers an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 71 per vehicle one-way. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at 1864 Restaurant, one of 7 restaurants, which serves international cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 3 bars/lounges, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property

Social distancing

Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Masks and gloves available
Hand sanitizer provided
Individually-wrapped food options available for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and through room service
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 156 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 2:00 PM - anytime
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi and wired Internet access in public areas
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet access in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Free onsite valet parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • 7 restaurants
  • 24-hour room service
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar

Traveling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • On the beach

Working away

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • An outdoor pool
  • Built in 1864
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Languages

  • English
  • French
  • Italian
  • Japanese
  • Russian
  • Spanish

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Turndown service

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

1864 Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
In On the Green - This pub specializes in international cuisine. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
The Poolside Bar - This beach bar specializes in international cuisine and serves light fare only. Open daily.
King of the Mambo Cuban R - This beachfront restaurant specializes in seafood and serves dinner only. Open daily.
Travellers' Bar - Overlooking the ocean and garden, this bar specializes in international cuisine and serves light fare only. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 7.5 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 71 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10000.0 per day
  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 2 and 18 costs USD 71 (one-way)

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property.

Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; guests are provided with hand sanitizer.

Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and also through room service.

Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings.

Policies

<p>The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation. </p><p>Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. </p> <p>Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation. </p><p>Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site. </p><p>The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. </p><p>This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.</p><p>A fee for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on January 1.</p>

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Galle Face Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Galle Face Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Galle Face Hotel?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, social distancing measures are in place, and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Is there a pool at Galle Face Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Galle Face Hotel?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Galle Face Hotel?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Galle Face Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 71 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Galle Face Hotel?
You can check in from 2:00 PM - anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
Is there an onsite casino at Galle Face Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bellagio Casino (3-min drive) and Casino Marina Colombo (7-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Galle Face Hotel and nearby?
Galle Face Hotel has 3 bars and an outdoor pool, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Galle Face Hotel?
Yes, there are 7 onsite restaurants, featuring beachfront dining, international cuisine, and garden views.
What's the area around Galle Face Hotel like?
Galle Face Hotel is located on the boardwalk, a short 1-minute walk from Galle Face Green and 3 minutes' walk from High Commission of India. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

Reviews

9.0

Superb

9.1/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.9/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Christian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Gordon, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Malcolm, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Historic Hotel Over Looking The Sea
The Galle Face Hotel is a wonderful place to stay. Great location overlooking the Indian Ocean. Lots of history and some nice bars. The rooms are spotless and the staff friendly and helpful.
Christopher, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sivabala, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Vivek, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

to busy during weddings
michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, a very enjoyable stay. I would definitely stay again should I be in Colombo.
Prof Patricia Anne, 4-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Chris, 5-night trip
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