The hotel has been patronized by some of the most famous names of the 20th century and the granite plaque in the lobby gives a list of some of these persons i.e. Don Bradman, Indira Gandhi, Imran Khan, Alfred Karupp.

The hotel is essentially updated as we enter the new Millennium. The rooms are all air-conditioned and have modern amenities, including attached bath rooms, etc, but the old magic remains - No wonder many writers have exclaimed that the GFH is one of the few un-spoilt hotels, left in the world. The hotel, having survived the 19th and 20th centuries is now set to meet the challenges of the 21st century.

The Galle Face Hotels perfect location provides the best view of the stunning Colombo sunset.No wonder the Galle Face is regarded with such affection all around the world journalist Simon Winchester wrote on his own experience So pleasant a change from the dreary ordinariness of most modern hotels. This is an Island of charm on a charming Island.

Galle Face Hotel's centralized location in the Colombo city gives it that added advantage to serve better towards its customers.

Outdoor Sea-Water swimming pool by the Indian Ocean. Open 0700hrs to 1900hrs. Free of charge for Hotel Guests. Rest on our Lie-lows & savour a tropical cocktail from the Pool Bar. Only Sea water swimming pool in Colombo.

Business Centre with Internet, E-mail, Fax, Photocopier & Computer facilities. Foreign magazine & Secretarial Services (0800hrs to 1700hrs)

Conference & Meeting:

• Cyril Gardiner Room - 6300 Sq. Ft. - 30 ft. High - Non A/C
• Jubilee Room - 4800 Sq. Ft. - Domed Ceiling - A/C
• Palm Lounge - 3120 Sq. Ft. - 16 ft. High - A/C
• Prince Philip Room - 2000 Sq. Ft. - 14 ft. High - A/C
• Catamaran - 625 Sq. Ft. - 8 ft. High - A/C
• Colombus - 300 Sq. Ft. - 8 ft. High - A/C

Sea-Spray - Restaurant with Bar situated only a few feet away from the Indian Ocean. Famous for its Deliciously Fresh Seafood serving dinner from 1900 hrs onwards. BBQ & Mongolian Buffets on Fridays & Saturdays.

Verandah Restaurant - with a Bar & Lounge where one can order from the A la' Carte Menu & savour one of the most scintillating sunsets in the evening with a panoramic view of the Indian Ocean. Operating Hours 0700hrs to 2300hrs. Hi Tea Promotion from 1500 hrs to 1800 hrs at the Verandah Lounge.

Checker Board - Sunset Cocktails & intimate Garden parties.

Economy - Non Sea View, A/C, TV, attached bathroom with hot/cold water, hair drier and local/IDD facilities direct from the room.

Standard - Side Sea View and Galle Face Green / Non Sea View, A/C, TV, attached private bathroom with hot/cold water, mini bar, hair drier and local/IDD facilities direct from the room.

Deluxe - Side Sea View and Galle Face Green, (Larger than Standard category) and all other above standard facilities.

Executive Suite - Direct Sea View, and all other above standard facilities.

Royal Suite - Direct Sea View, Refrigerater and all other above facilities.