Memories of a bygone age are evoked when you step into the Ceylon Suite. Its rooms, including the one bedroom, are historic. This spacious suite is 80 square meters and has views to inspire. Access to the Long room is automatic and Butler service is available upon request.

Wonderful views across the city and the Galle Face green enhance the grandness of the Commonwealth suite. Its name evokes the opulence which is displayed in this wonderful one bedroom suite and at 80 square meters, there is ample room to entertain friends and colleagues. Access to the Long room is automatic and Butler service is available upon request.

Possibly the largest hotel suite in Sri Lanka with three stately bedrooms, sitting room and a balcony that befits your most important dinner parties with breath taking views of the iconic Galle Face Green As the wife of Napoleon III, Emperor of France, the Empress Eugenie stayed in this suite on her only visit to Ceylon in the early 1900’s.

2 adults and 1 child 1 large double bed 50 m2 Queen Size bed Air conditioning Flat-screen television with pay-TV channels Telephone Wireless and ADSL Internet connection Desk Safe Mini-bar Selection of local Teas En suite bathroom Hair dryer.

A spacious suite of over 200 square meters, at the top of the hotel with breathtaking views of the landmark Galle Face Green and the Indian Ocean. The King Emperor Suite is an extremely private one bedroom suite with space for extensive entertaining. Access to the Long room is automatic and Butler service is available upon request.

The Landmark rooms are 30 square meters in size and are rich in tone with sumptuous upholstery and elegant mixes of modern and classical finishes.

Twin and queen size beds are available and these rooms offer complimentary Wi-Fi, satellite LCD televisions, air conditioning, a safety deposit box, a selection of local teas, complimentary soft drink selection and various luxury amenities. All our rooms are non-smoking. Smoking is permitted in designated areas across the property.

Our Junior Suites are located in both wings of the hotel and offer complimentary Wi-Fi, satellite LCD televisions, air conditioning, a safety deposit box, a selection of local teas, complimentary soft drink selection and various luxury amenities.

Junior Suite range in size from 50 to 60 square meters, with either sea views or sea views with balconies and offer elegant styling with a feel of a bygone era. The timeless lines, high ceilings and large windows all work to provide the ultimate luxury in an urban environment. We also have the added option of Junior Suite Twin rooms that are both sea view an non-sea view. These Junior Suites enjoy the unrivalled experience of our Long Room, a private lounge with elegant personal service.

Premier rooms feature either sea views or sea views with balconies. Approximately 40 square meters in size, these rooms feature twin, queen and king sized beds and give bright and interesting views due to their elevated location.

Our Premiere rooms offer complimentary Wi-Fi, satellite LCD televisions, air conditioning, a safety deposit box, a selection of local teas, complimentary soft drink selection and various luxury amenities.

These Premier Rooms enjoy the unrivaled experience of our Long Room, a private lounge with elegant personal service. Stay in one of our Premier Rooms and enjoy 20% savings at our spa! All our rooms are non-smoking. Smoking is permitted in designated areas across the property.

The Presidential suite is set over one hundred square meters and has a light and airy sitting room with Dining room seating up to ten guests. There are two bedrooms, one of which is a twin bedded room. Wonderful bright rooms with incredible views of the Indian Ocean and a balcony to watch the deep red sun disappear over the horizon. Access to the Long room is automatic and Butler service is available upon request.

Over the years, we have had many important visitors from Holland staying in the Royal Dutch suite. It is very similar to the Royal Thai suite in size at seventy square meters and has one bedroom, a lounge and dining area and a useful study. The Balcony is a must for drinks and a sunset and perhaps a candle lit dinner later. Access to the Long room is automatic and Butler service is available upon request.

Frequented by members of Thailand’s elite in the early part of the last century, this suite is compact and homely and boasts 70 square meters, consisting of a lounge and dining room and one bedroom. The balcony faces west and overlooks the Hotel’s historic gardens and the Indian Ocean. Access to the Long room is automatic and Butler service is available upon request.

Our Superior rooms feature queen and twin size beds. A colonial feel with wonderful wood finishes give these rooms a nostalgic feeling.

These 27 – 30 square meter rooms offer complimentary Wi-Fi, satellite LCD televisions, air conditioning, a safety deposit box, a selection of local teas, complimentary soft drink selection and various luxury amenities. All our rooms are non-smoking. Smoking is permitted in designated areas across the property.

It’s time to revel in the nostalgic yet vibrant vibe of Havana – with amazing cocktails, indulgently delicious food and music that will get you dancing all night long. Open daily from 12 noon to midnight and will featuring nightly entertainment.

Destined to be lauded as the “finest hotel east of the Suez” Since that auspicious beginning, one hundred and fifty years ago, we have catered to the exacting standards of Monarchs, World leaders and Celebrities. The 1864 Restaurant and Wine Cellar have always been at the forefront of serving perfectly prepared vibrant cuisine to our guests. We continue with this legacy today, offering gracious service, perfectly crafted dishes paired with an extensive sommelier selected wide variety of old and new world wines.

So wrote Mark Twain, inspired by a drive from Colombo to the Galle Face Green during which he became enamored of Ceylon’s vivid character. Many travellers have been enthralled by this emerald teardrop, our island home. Another, Sir Arthur Ignatius Conan Doyle, creator of Sherlock Holmes, penned “I write these lines with a pad upon my knee, heaving upon the long roll of the Indian Ocean running large and grey under a grey streaked sky with the rain-swept hills of Ceylon just one shade greyer , lining the Eastern skyline”.

Some things have changed but we’ve endeavored to keep the best of our Ceylonese heritage intact. Our tea is still grown in the mists of Nuwara Eliya, our crab curry is famous island wide, and our scones are the best in Colombo. Our views, from the edge of the Indian Ocean are still spectacular. Our food offering throughout the day is focused on perfectly executed Ceylonese cuisine, reminiscent of the regional flavors imported by colonial routes, a selection of old and new world wines, along with imported and local beers. In addition to feature buffets for breakfast, lunch and dinner we offer a menu available all day highlighting a gastronomic journey through our island home.

Facing the Galle Face Road, In… on the green offers casual dining and drinking in a pub atmosphere with live music, sports viewings and quiz nights during the week.

Sunsets over one of our great cocktails or an ice cool beer are an absolute must as is our famous crab burgers. Enjoy a game of croquet on the South Lawn, adjoining the pool bar!

The most historic landmark in the whole of Colombo, the Chequerboard serves drinks throughout the day. Make sure to get here early to get a seat for the most amazing sun set.

The Galle Face Hotel swimming pool, the only salt water pool in Colombo, is private to hotel Guests and is the ideal place to relax with a cool drink or swim a few laps to work out the aches and pains after a busy day in the office or exploring the city. The poolside area is a great place to sip on a cocktail and watch the sun go down.

A place of tranquillity to immerse yourself in the spell binding 3001, the final odyssey by Arthur C. Clarke, the excitement of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s escapades, the amazing Noel Coward and the humour of Mark Twain, all of whom stayed at the Galle Face Hotel. Play a game of chess or backgammon or simply sit quietly to get away from the hum drum of the surrounding city.

Our gym is equipped with state of the art equipment and is complimentary to all hotel guests. Training advice is available upon request.