AdityavsGalle Face Hotel
Both hotels are recommended by experts. On balance, Aditya is the choice of most writers compared to Galle Face Hotel Colombo. Aditya comes in at #1 in Sri Lanka with recommendations from 4 sources including Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Oyster.
Aditya
719/1 Galle Road, Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka
From $278/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Jetsetter
"The idea here is to relax and be pampered, as the staff will gladly provide you with anything from a spa booking to a fresh beach towel." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"12 huge suites with polished concrete floors, imported Indo-Asian antique furniture, private plunge pools, top-shelf snacks and drinks, ocean or garden views, and outdoor lounge space." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Long-standing ethnic-chic boutique hotel located between Hikkaduwa and Galle with 16 exceptionally spacious suites, a spa and crowd-pleasing cuisine." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"This sublime place is crammed with statues of Hindu gods, tropical flowers and masses of high-quality antiques." Full review
Galle Face Hotel
No. 2, Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
From $77/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Afar Magazine
"One of the most relaxing places on earth to watch the sun go down - so long as there's plenty of malty Lion Stout at hand." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"This four-and-a-half-pearl,158-room historic property is located on the waterfront in Colombo, next to popular Galle Face urban park and within easy driving distance of area attractions." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This 19th-century hotel sits on the edge of the Galle Face Green, the city's biggest seaside promenade." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The grande dame of Colombo faces Galle Face Green to the north and the sea to the west. The sweeping staircases and trademark checked-tile floors recall the hotel's opening in 1864." Full review
Michelin Guide
"It’s not for everyone, but if you value atmosphere and history above all else, the Galle Face Hotel is your place in Colombo" Full review