Title: Galle Face Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=869&destination=Colombo%2C+Western+Province%2C+Sri+Lanka&selected=11080678&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Galle Face Hotel Travelers find their own stretch of beach for sunshine and relaxation, plus a serene spa offering rejuvenating treatments for complete renewal ## Photo gallery for Galle Face Hotel ![View from property - Galle Face Hotel (Colombo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11090000/11080700/11080678/c77ceab7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Creator video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/DF98F75553398A89479D5530ECB05DB5/6374be35-29e9-44e0-bdaa-9f6614d171e2-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1080) ![Porch - Galle Face Hotel (Colombo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11090000/11080700/11080678/ff20f844.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers - Galle Face Hotel (Colombo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11090000/11080700/11080678/dbaae932.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![7 restaurants, dinner served, international cuisine - Galle Face Hotel (Colombo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11090000/11080700/11080678/370f763d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Galle Face Hotel, near Crescat Shopping Mall and Colombo City Centre, offers ocean views, a poolside bar, beachfront dining, and seven restaurants. Enjoy the outdoor pool with comfy sun loungers and attentive staff. 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FColombo-Hotels-Galle-Face-Hotel.h11080678.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FColombo-Hotels-Galle-Face-Hotel.h11080678.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located on the beach, Galle Face Hotel is in Kollupitiya, a neighborhood in Colombo. Sri Lanka National Museum and Dutch Period Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Crescat Shopping Mall and Colombo City Centre. Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct and Gangaramaya Temple are two other places to visit that come recommended. [Visit our Colombo travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Colombo.dx869) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.92055%2C79.84604&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=r2aPYm_WbSqbwKAc3zqX53Lsylg=) 2 Galle Road, Colombo, 300 ### What's nearby - ![Head over to the Galle Face Green to catch these amazing sunsets. #Trover #Sunsets #Travel #Sky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/622a9ab9-6835-4c82-848a-792b201663b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Galle Face Green 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - ![Beautiful Colombo city buildings and skyline in Sri Lanka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974766275/8e75d0b8-8577-4835-b941-cbc96ebf193c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Colombo City Centre 18 min walk \- 1.5 km - High Commission of India 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - Galle Face Green Night Market 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Crescat Shopping Mall 5 min walk \- 0.5 km ### Getting around - Colombo Fort Station 10 min drive - Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) 44 min drive ### Restaurants - King Of The Mambo 1 min walk - Breeze By Barracuda 1 min walk - Coffee Stop - Cinnamon Grand 8 min walk - Sugar Bistro & Wine Bar 7 min walk - Latitude - Taj Samudra 4 min walk ## About this property ### Galle Face Hotel Luxury hotel near Galle Face Green Located close to Crescat Shopping Mall and Colombo City Centre, Galle Face Hotel provides a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. With amenities like a beachfront location and beachfront dining, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa. At the 7 on-site restaurants, enjoy dinner, light fare, international cuisine, and ocean views. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas - Free self parking and valet parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a ballroom - A front-desk safe, multilingual staff, and a 24-hour front desk - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location Room features All 156 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. 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Check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### 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 at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 7.5 for children - Airport shuttle fee: USD 71 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3) - Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 71 (one-way), (from 2 to 18 years old) - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention A fee for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on January 1 Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Galle Face Hotel Colombo Galle Face Hotel Galle Face Colombo Galle Face Galle Face Hotel Hotel Galle Face Hotel Colombo Galle Face Hotel Hotel Colombo ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Galle Face Hotel have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Galle Face Hotel? ### Is Galle Face Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Galle Face Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Galle Face Hotel? ### Does Galle Face Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Galle Face Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Galle Face Hotel Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 9.4 Staff & service ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 699 8 - Good 201 6 - Okay 63 4 - Poor 25 2 - Terrible 15 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter Mar 8, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Location and old world charm ##### Peter Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher Mar 7, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Balcony Sea view is a good choice Superb location Staff very friendly (although service can be very slow) Excellent pool (seawater) - 30m, great for swimmers Good choice food and beverage Great choice for Colombo at a good price ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/565cc699-732b-4c21-b82e-ced3b3c6b270-1772844719406.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c9dbfdc5-9bad-41d5-870e-a0b27f2e6430-1772844727279.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2b5b3e17-9aae-44a2-a37a-c00652582719-1772844730273.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/303aacca-32cd-4a86-ac48-0d51bd4a80d3-1772844754219.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Christopher Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zoe Mar 8, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness No view from my room. Very comfortable, great facilities and very good service. ##### Zoe Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelvin Jan 22, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fantastic hotel full of character with wonderful staff. The veranda for dining and the chess board for a sundowner are magical ##### Kelvin Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison Feb 9, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Steeped in history, good location and facilities. Good restaurant choices. Outside bar area is great overlooking the sea. Service was slow at times and hotel is a bit tired in places. ##### Alison Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Azusa Mar 5, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Our room was clean and made beautifully everyday! Each one of the staff was tremendously kind and friendly, treated us as precious guests! I sincerely appreciated the manager and all the staff at the reception, they wonderfully managed an issue that arose on the Expedia’s system. I will absolutely come back whenever I visit Colombo! ##### Azusa Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine-Helen Jan 30, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Everything at the Galle Face was wonderful. The staff were so friendly and made our honeymoon extra special - beautiful room and a congratulations cake! We booked the honeymoon retreat spa treatment which was fantastic and incredibly relaxing. We thorough enjoyed our stay and look forward to staying again in the future ##### Katherine-Helen Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### KESSEVEN NAIDOO Dec 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Old but, well kept hotel.The location was great and liked the hotel vibe. ##### KESSEVEN NAIDOO Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ewan Dec 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent staff, courteous, very helpful and lovely kind people. ##### Ewan Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa Dec 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities A unique stay in one of the oldest hotels in Colombo. A lovely view of the beach and excellent service. ##### Teresa Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Andrew Dec 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Enjoyed my stay at the Galle Face Hotel. Enjoyed the heritage aspect, the Christmas decorations, the location overlooking the beach. Staff were very friendly and helpful too. ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paula Nov 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort We really loved our time here. The service was perfect and we loved the old charm, spaciousness and views, and the number of options for eating and cocktails. I would stay here again. ##### Paula Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nesha Dec 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Reception is remarkable Room was very comfortable Gym availability is highly valued ##### Nesha Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ewan Dec 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff are absolutely amazing. Very special thanks to the reservations manager and the fron desk team. ##### Ewan Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ewan Dec 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Thankyou to the lovely staff at reception who asisted my wife and I with additional reservations and made sure everything was ready. Thankyou guys, absolutely excellent. ##### Ewan Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Subhash Chandra Dec 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent location and next to Galle face green. Very quiet with a commanding view of the sea. Breakfast has an excellent spread and the area is just next to the seafront. Staff are very courteous and helpful. ##### Subhash Chandra Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### JACQUELINE Nov 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Clean room and courteous staff ##### JACQUELINE Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### steve Jan 17, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Bedroom was in poor condition, the air conditioning didn't work overnight, the windows were sealed, the mattress was not comfortable, being hard and feeling the metal springs. Hotel is a nostalgic look back in history and service levels are quite high. ##### steve Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa Oct 1, 2025 Clean room, staff were lovely, buffet breakfast was yummy with an endless variety to choose from, wifi and AC worked well ##### Melissa Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### M Oct 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Luxurious hotel with charm & character & Amazing sea views. Staff went to enormous efforts to make our stay special & super comfortable. Sea views from our room spectacular We loved the dining & food quality was superb We would love to come back soon ##### M Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ewan Dec 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was fabulous and the staff were outstanding. Please can you kindly pass on my compliments and best wishes to the team who looked after us. We are excited about our next visit. Many thanks Ewan McArthur ##### Ewan Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter Dec 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A beautiful old hotel that I have stayed in since I first came to visit Sri Lanka in 2009\. It has remained one of my favourite hotels in the world. The service is always impeccable, the food delicious, and the views spectacular. It is very convenient and walkable to many different shopping centers, restaurants, and interesting sites. I highly recommend it. ![The bar](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5372fca5-7520-469f-ba9d-9028fbed7594-1765170091951.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Beautiful staircase](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/766441e1-903e-4540-b68c-6b463cc7dee4-1765170092695.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Fantastic corridors ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1d753b01-6e04-4ad3-80b4-5e13a53a55f3-1765170092717.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Salt water pool](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/15359b47-131f-49b5-917f-37743abd0b8e-1765170092837.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Peter Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anil Dec 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ​As always, the experience was wonderful. I must specifically commend your entire team—from the front desk to housekeeping and all departments in between—for their consistently smiling, courteous, and highly professional demeanor. It is clear that the staff is genuinely willing to go the extra mile to make guests feel comfortable and valued, which truly makes the Galle Face Hotel stand out. ##### Anil Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Riley Oct 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Two night stay and we wish it was longer. Everything about this historic hotel was great. The food was amazing. Very nice and helpful staff. The pool was very clean with views of the ocean. Highly recommend ##### Riley Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathrin Christiane von Aug 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It is a wonderful Hotel with colonial charm. The staff is very kind and helpful. 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