Is this Galle Face Hotel pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Galle Face Hotel?

Check-in time for Galle Face Hotel starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 12:00 PM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Galle Face Hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Galle Face Hotel has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

Is Galle Face Hotel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 5 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Galle Face Hotel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Galle Face Hotel has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Galle Face Hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Galle Face Hotel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Galle Face Hotel?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Galle Face Hotel | Hotel in Colombo

| 8.5 (1326 Reviews) | 9 Bathrooms 34 Guests

Hotel in Kollupitiya, Colombo

This iconic and colonial-style hotel, built in 1864, features a spa and a saltwater pool with lounge chairs that faces the vast Indian Ocean. With hardwood floors, most rooms at Galle Face Hotel offer views of the Indian Ocean, Galle Face Green or Colombo City. They come equipped with a TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. A minibar and a personal safe are included. Guests can enjoy a relaxing massage at the spa or work out at the gym. Galle Face Hotel also provides a business center. In the heart of Colombo City, Galle Face Hotel is a 15-minute drive from Odel Shopping Mall and just 22 miles from Colombo International Airport. Local and international dining options can be enjoyed at the hotel's 2 on-site restaurants, Verandah and 1864. For a drink, guests can head to the bar.

Galle Face Hotel is located in Colombo.

This 157 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Designated Smoking Area, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 1326 reviews with the average score of 8.5 . Coming to Colombo and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 157 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this place in Colombo. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Galle Face Hotel in Colombo is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Galle Face Hotel”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

Amenities

Air Conditioner

Parking

Pool

Designated Smoking Area

View

Private Beach

Ocean View

Balcony/Terrace

Oceanfront

Accessibility

Transportation/Shuttle

Security/Safety

Business Services

Sports/Activities

Wellness Facilities

Spa

Restaurant

Bar

Guest Services

Entertainment

Breakfast

Child Friendly

Internet

Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast

Restaurant

Fruit

Wine/Champagne

Snack bar

Breakfast in the room

Kid-friendly buffet

Parking

Parking

Parking garage

Parking on site

Accessible parking

Free parking

Activities

Spa/Wellness packages

Neck massage

Foot massage

Full-body massage

Fitness center

Private beach area

Evening entertainment

Spa facilities

Couples' massage

Massage

Beach

Live music/Performance

Back massage

Themed dinners

Hand massage

Fitness

Head massage

Sauna

General

Air conditioning

Non-smoking rooms

Designated smoking area

Elevator

Family rooms

Safe

Wifi in all areas

Guest Services

Airport shuttle (additional charge)

Ironing service

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Valet parking

Dry cleaning

Suit press

Airport shuttle

24-hour front desk

Concierge

Shuttle service

Room service

Packed lunches

Baggage storage

Car rental

Tour desk

Shuttle service (additional charge)

Currency exchange

Daily housekeeping

Fax/Photocopying

Business center

Laundry

Internet

Free Wifi

Wifi

Internet

Outdoors

Outdoor pool

Terrace

Outdoor furniture

Garden

Outdoor pool (year-round)

Sun deck

Security/Safety

24-hour security

Key access

Smoke alarms

CCTV in common areas

Fire extinguishers

Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus

All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized

Physical distancing in dining areas

Delivered food covered securely

Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Breakfast to-go containers

Process in place to check health of guests

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Access to healthcare professionals

Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed

First aid kits available

Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas

Cashless payment available

Physical distancing rules followed

Spa

Saltwater pool

Pool bar

Beach chairs/Loungers

Swimming pool

Beach umbrellas

Pool with view

Transportation/Shuttle

Airport drop-off

Airport pickup

Policies

Check-in

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation policy

Non refundable

Pet Policy

Pets are not allowed

A mandatory tax of sscl 2.5% will be charged. if payments are made in local currency (lkr) for all guests.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews

Value for money:

7.97

Location:

9.55

Staff:

9.09

Facilities:

8.39

Comfort:

8.84

Cleanliness:

8.83

Thanuja

Dec 12, 2025 08:00:00 AM

Review Score: 9

Sri Lanka

Reviewer Type: Couple

Travel Purpose: leisure

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Room Arrangement

Room Info	Facilities
Garden View Room Room Type: Double Room Size: 26 m² 1 Full bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water Bathroom Slippers, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toothbrush, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Bathrobe, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Bidet, Shampoo, Private bathroom General Air conditioning, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Hardwood or parquet floors, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans Media & Technology Satellite channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock Living Area Desk Kitchen Wine glasses, Electric kettle Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens Accessibility Raised toilet, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator Room Amenities Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Adapter Pool and Spa Saltwater pool, Pool towels
City View Room Room Type: Double Room Size: 30 m² 1 Twin bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water Bathroom Slippers, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toothbrush, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Bathrobe, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Bidet, Shampoo, Private bathroom General Air conditioning, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Hardwood or parquet floors, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans Media & Technology Satellite channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock Living Area Desk Kitchen Wine glasses, Electric kettle Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Raised toilet, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator Room Amenities Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Adapter Pool and Spa Saltwater pool, Pool towels
Sea View Room Room Type: Double Room Size: 27 m² 1 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Full bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water Bathroom Slippers, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toothbrush, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Bathrobe, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Bidet, Shampoo, Private bathroom General Air conditioning, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Hardwood or parquet floors, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans Media & Technology Satellite channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Executive lounge access Living Area Sitting area, Desk View View, Sea view Kitchen Wine glasses, Electric kettle Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Raised toilet, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator Room Amenities Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Adapter Pool and Spa Saltwater pool, Pool towels
Balcony Sea View Room with Free Cocktails daily from 4:30 PM to 6:30 Pm Room Type: Double Room Size: 36 m² 1 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Full bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water Bathroom Slippers, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toothbrush, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Bathrobe, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Bidet, Shampoo, Private bathroom General Air conditioning, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Hardwood or parquet floors, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans Media & Technology Satellite channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Executive lounge access Outdoors Balcony, Outdoor furniture Living Area Sitting area, Desk View Garden view, View, Sea view Kitchen Wine glasses, Electric kettle Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Raised toilet, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator Room Amenities Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Adapter Pool and Spa Saltwater pool, Pool towels
Junior Suite Sea View with Free Cocktails daily from 4:30 PM to 6:30 Room Type: Twin Room Size: 45 m² 3 Twin bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water Bathroom Slippers, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toothbrush, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Bathrobe, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Bidet, Shampoo, Private bathroom General Air conditioning, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Hardwood or parquet floors, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans Media & Technology Satellite channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Executive lounge access Living Area Sitting area, Desk Kitchen Wine glasses, Electric kettle Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Raised toilet, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator Room Amenities Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Adapter Pool and Spa Saltwater pool, Pool towels Exclusive services Complimentary evening snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Junior Suite Sea View Balcony Room Type: Suite Room Size: 45 m² 1 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water Bathroom Slippers, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toothbrush, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Bathrobe, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Bidet, Shampoo, Private bathroom General Air conditioning, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Hardwood or parquet floors, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans Media & Technology Satellite channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Executive lounge access Outdoors Balcony Living Area Sitting area, Desk View View, Sea view Kitchen Wine glasses, Electric kettle Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Raised toilet, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator Room Amenities Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Adapter Pool and Spa Saltwater pool, Pool towels Exclusive services Complimentary evening snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Signature Suites with Free Cocktails daily from 4:30 PM to 6:30 Pm Room Type: Suite Room Size: 100 m² 1 King bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Fruit, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water Bathroom Slippers, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toothbrush, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Bathrobe, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Bidet, Shampoo, Private bathroom General Air conditioning, Interconnecting room(s) available, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Hardwood or parquet floors, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans Media & Technology Satellite channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Executive lounge access Outdoors Balcony Living Area Dining area, Sofa, Sitting area, Desk View Garden view, View, Sea view Kitchen Wine glasses, Dining table, Electric kettle Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Raised toilet, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator Room Amenities Sofa bed, Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Adapter Pool and Spa Saltwater pool, Pool towels Exclusive services Complimentary evening snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Royal Suite with Free Cocktails daily from 4:30 PM to 6:30 Pm Room Type: Suite Room Size: 70 m² 1 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 King bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Fruit, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water Bathroom Slippers, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toothbrush, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Bathrobe, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Bidet, Shampoo, Private bathroom General Air conditioning, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Hardwood or parquet floors, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans Media & Technology Satellite channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV Services Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Executive lounge access Outdoors Balcony Living Area Dining area, Sofa, Sitting area, Desk View View, Sea view Kitchen Wine glasses, Dining table, Electric kettle Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Raised toilet, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator Room Amenities Sofa bed, Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Adapter Pool and Spa Saltwater pool, Pool towels Exclusive services Complimentary evening snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Family Room Room Type: Suite Room Size: 60 m² 1 Sofa bed Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Slippers, Shower, Toothbrush, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Bathrobe, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Bidet, Shampoo, Private bathroom Media & Technology Satellite channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV General Air conditioning, Iron, Hardwood or parquet floors, Fan, Carpeted, Trash cans Living Area Sitting area, Desk Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs Room Amenities Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Adapter Accessibility Raised toilet Pool and Spa Saltwater pool, Pool towels Food & Drink Bottle of water Kitchen Wine glasses Exclusive services Complimentary evening snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Classic Sea View Room Room Type: Double Room Size: 27 m² 1 Twin bed(s) Bed