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Galle Face Hotel

Slave Island, Colombo, Sri Lanka

8.6 Very good2,717 reviews #32#32 of 170 in Colombo 8.0Location score

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About Galle Face Hotel

Galle Face Hotel is a hotel in Slave Island, Colombo, Sri Lanka. It holds a 5-star rating. Guests rate it 8.6 out of 10 across 2,717 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, spa, bar, free parking, 24-hour room service. It is 4.0 km from the centre of Colombo. The nearest beach is 80 m away. The nearest airport, Colombo Ratmalana International Airport (RML), is 12 km away.

Type
Hotel
Star rating
★★★★★
Check-in from
14:00
Check-out until
12:00
Rooms
156
Floors
4
Opened
1864
Last renovated
2015
Other stays within 500 m
13

2, Galle road gallefacehotel.com

Prices

Prices come from booking partners and can change. The final price is shown before you book.

How Galle Face Hotel scores

Better rated than 80% of hotels in Colombo

  • Guest rating 8.6
  • Location 8.0
  • Facilities 7.5
  • Families 2.0
  • Spa & wellness 9.0
  • Beach access 10.0
  • Public transport 8.0

Colombo average

Amenities

Swimming poolSpaBarFree parking24-hour room service

Pool & wellness

  • Swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Hot tub
  • Massage

Food & drink

  • Breakfast
  • Bar
  • 24-hour room service

Leisure

  • Terrace

Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking & transport

  • Free parking

Services

  • Car hire
  • Concierge
  • Laundry
  • Luggage storage

In the rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Minibar
  • In-room safe
  • Coffee or tea maker
  • Blackout curtains

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

Location

Location score
8.0/10
Walk grade
55/100 Somewhat walkable
Restaurants & cafés within 500 m
51
Sights within 1 km
0
Nearest beach80 m1 min walk
Nearest stationSlave Island Railway Station520 m8 min walk
Nearest airportColombo Ratmalana International Airport (RML)12 km27 min drive
Distance to the centreColombo4.0 km9 min drive

Sights nearby

  • AVR Colombo1.0 km
  • The Central Point1.6 km
  • Currency museum, Colombo1.6 km
  • Cenotaph War Memorial, Colombo1.6 km
  • Dutch Museum1.8 km
  • National Museum of Natural History2.0 km

Galle Face Hotel: in detail

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, bottled water, a coffee or tea maker 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.

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Questions about Galle Face Hotel

How do guests rate Galle Face Hotel?

Galle Face Hotel has a guest rating of 8.6 out of 10 from 2,717 reviews, which is better than 80% of rated hotels in Colombo.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Galle Face Hotel?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 12:00.

Does Galle Face Hotel include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

Does Galle Face Hotel have a pool?

Yes, Galle Face Hotel has a swimming pool.

Is there parking at Galle Face Hotel?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

How far is Galle Face Hotel from the airport?

The nearest airport, Colombo Ratmalana International Airport (RML), is 12 km away in a straight line.

Is Galle Face Hotel close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 80 m from the hotel.

How many rooms does Galle Face Hotel have?

Galle Face Hotel has 156 rooms on 4 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. How we score