1/24 - Exterior Hotel View, Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
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3/24 - Front Lobby, Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
4/24 - Palm Lounge, Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
5/24 - Common Wealth Bedroom, Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
6/24 - The Empress Suite, Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
7/24 - The Traveller's Bar, Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
8/24 - The Traveller's Bar Outdoor Area, Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
9/24 - Swimming Pool, Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
10/24 - The Verandah, Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
11/24 - Outdoor Seating, Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
12/24 - The 1864 Restaurant and Bar, Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
13/24 - The chequerboard, Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
14/24 - Superior Room, Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
15/24 - Landmark Room, Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
16/24 - Premier Room, Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
17/24 - Junior Suite, Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
18/24 - Ocean Junior Suite, Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
19/24 - Ceylon Suite, Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
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Standing as an iconic symbol of Sri Lanka’s past and present for over 150 years, Galle Face Hotel expertly blends together colonial design with flawless service and contemporary luxury.
Why you'll love it here
Nick
Travel Specialist
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Hotel information
One of the oldest hotels east of the Suez canal, and named for the famous Galle Face Green that it overlooks, the historic Galle Face Hotel was built in 1864 by four British entrepreneurs and has been an iconic landmark on the shoreline of Colombo for more than 150 years.
Listed as one of the "1000 Places to See Before You Die" in the book of the same name, you do not want to miss the chance to experience the splendour of one of the world’s finest heritage hotels.
Although it was fully refurbished in 2015 to modernize its amenities and restore the building to its full resplendence, the hotel remains largely unchanged in its regal aesthetic and timeless service - maintaining its heritage and grandeur. Today Galle Face Hotel stands in the heart of Colombo as a dazzling symbol of Sri Lanka’s colonial past and its thriving independent present.
Sat on Colombo’s biggest seaside promenade and featuring an Indian Ocean facing swimming pool and restaurant, it is harder to imagine a better location. All of Colombo’s finest cultural, historical and contemporary landmarks are on your doorstep, and inside the wonderfully nostalgic hotel; fine dining, immaculate service, a soothing spa and fantastic fitness facilities await, and there is even an in-house museum dedicated to depicting Galle Face Hotel’s incredibly rich history.
The authentic design of the corridors and rooms transports you back through the years and allows you to tread the same floorboards as royalty, film stars and the countless other celebrities that have stayed within the storied suites in more than a century.
You can add yourself to the list of illustrious guests including Mahatma Gandhi, Roger Moore, Harrison Ford, Princess Alexandra of Denmark and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh by staying at Galle Face Hotel – fine company indeed.
Room Options
Each of the 156 guestrooms come equipped with Indian Ocean, Galle Face Green or Colombo city views and have been restored to reflect the Galle Face Hotel’s rich heritage with colonial design and regal wooden floors. Amenities include Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, satellite TV, complimentary mini bar, 24-hour in-room dining and a daily newspaper.
Superior Room
Sleeps: 2 Adults
Landmark Room
Sleeps: 2 Adults
Premier Ocean Room
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 1 Child
Junior Suite Queen
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 1 Child
Ocean Junior Suite
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 1 Child
Ceylon Suite
Sleeps: 2 Adults
Restaurants & Bars
King of the Mambo
Giving a laid back Havana-style vibe and featuring nightly entertainment, delightful cocktails, music that will get you moving and indulgent dining options. Here you can drink, dine, dance to the beat of the Mambo.
- Lunch
- Dinner
The 1864 Restaurant and Wine Cellar
A sophisticated dining venue befitting of the grandeur of its surroundings, The 1864 offers fresh contemporary cuisine in a luxurious setting. Compliment your meal with an extensive sommelier-selected wine collection with vintages from all over the world.
- Dinner
The Verandah
Famous for its crab curry, The Verandah is open all day and serves mouth-watering international and local dishes including authentic Ceylonese cuisine, with an Indian Ocean view and a colonial al fresco setting.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
The Traveller’s Bar
An ideal spot for cocktails and light bites with a stunning ocean view. With both indoor and outdoor seating options, including a stylish covered veranda, here you will find a relaxed environment and magnificence lunch and dinner options.
- Lunch
- Dinner
The Pool Bar
Renowned for its crab burgers and offering all day casual dining, this chic outdoor venue sits overlooking the pool and provides incredible ocean views. Why not enjoy a game of croquet on the South Lawn that adjoins the bar after you’ve eaten?
- Lunch
- Dinner
In… On the Green
Cultivating a classic pub atmosphere and serving a vast range of beers, wines and spirits – here you will find live music, sports viewing and quiz nights. Enjoy hearty pub meals in a casual gastropub setting.
- Dinner
Activities & Entertainment
Galle Face Hotel has refined and relaxing entertainment on offer that is befitting of its regal setting. Not only can you find yourself playing croquet on the manicured south lawn, lounging beside the only saltwater pool in Colombo, enjoying fantastic spa and fitness facilities, being taken care of by dedicated staff in the Long Room (executive lounge for suite guests), but this historic hotel even has its own in-house museum with historical artefacts including a car owned by Prince Phillip when he was stationed in Ceylon during Second World War, and a historian is on hand to provide guided tours.
If you’re looking to explore the local area, the hotel has one of the best locations in all of Colombo. You can easily reach a number of cultural, historical and contemporary landmarks including Colombo National Museum, Colombo Lighthouse, Independence Square, Mharamahadevi Park and Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple.
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Sunday: Closed
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