Galle Face Hotel

This hotel is situated in Colombo, directly on the Indian Ocean over which it offers fabulous views. Restaurants, shops, nightclubs and bars are to be found 2 km away and links to the public transport network lie within walking distance. The train station is roughly 1 km from the hotel.Maintaining its old colonial style, this hotel was built in 1865 and renovated in 2002. It comprises 85 rooms and 5 suites spread over 2 floors. Guests may make use of the foyer with 24-hour reception desk, 2 lifts, safe and a currency exchange facility. There are also 2 bars, a pub, a hairdresser's salon, a games room and 2 air-conditioned restaurants available to use. The hotel also offers 2 public Internet terminals with wireless connection (WLAN) and 2 conference rooms and those arriving at the hotel by car may take advantage of the hotel car parking facilities. Laundry, room and medical services round off the facilities on offer.The stylish rooms come with an en suite bathroom with hairdryer, a direct dial telephone, a TV, an Internet connection, a double bed and a minibar/ fridge. A king-sized bed, carpeting, air conditioning, a balcony or terrace and a hire safe are also to be found in the rooms.There is a swimming pool with children's paddling area, 2 snack bars as well as table tennis facilities. There is also an entertainment programme to provide some variation for guests. A golf course is located within 6 km of the hotel.Guests are offered buffets for breakfast, lunch and evening meals and lunch may also be chosen from a menu. Guests may book either half-board or full board.American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and VISA are accepted as methods of payment.