Taj Samudra, Colombo | Airport Hotel in Colombo | Free Shuttle

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25 Galle Face Centre Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka, NONE

“"The fine beachfront location offers amazing sea views and tranquility."”view full review

Location

Taj Samudra, Colombo sits along the Galle Face Green with expansive views of the Indian Ocean. The hotel is centrally located within Colombo's bustling business district, just a short stroll from numerous cultural landmarks and shopping destinations. Bandaranaike International Airport is conveniently 34 kilometers away, approximately a 40-minute drive.

Rooms

The hotel offers 300 rooms and suites with breathtaking vistas of either the ocean or the city skyline. The Tata Suite, the only one of its kind in Sri Lanka, includes eight rooms and extensive living and dining areas. Luxury Rooms come with modern amenities and feature uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean.

Dining

Taj Samudra boasts a selection of renowned restaurants, delivering both local and international flavors. Culinary options range from Indian specialties at Navratna to Sichuan dishes at Golden Dragon and Japanese cuisine at YUMI. The Ports of Call restaurant features an all-day buffet, including an elaborate Sunday Brunch.

Business Facilities

The hotel's versatile event venues accommodate from intimate meetings to large conferences for up to 2,000 guests. This includes the ocean-facing Samudra Ballroom, suitable for grand dinners and celebrations, and the historic Crystal Building, ideal for traditional weddings. Conference halls are well-equipped for formal board meetings.

Family-Friendly Amenities

Children receive a personalized activity passport upon arrival, offering them fun and engaging activities throughout their stay. The hotel's outdoor pool provides a relaxing and enjoyable setting for families. Additionally, the fitness center includes equipment for varied sports such as tennis and squash.

Highlights

Location: centrally located along Galle Face Green

Rooms: Tata Suite, the only one of its kind in all of Sri Lanka

Dining: Navratna restaurant for Indian specialties

Business Facilities: Samudra Ballroom for large events

Family Amenities: personalized activity passport for children

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Luxury Room Ocean View Double Bed

2 persons

35 m²

1 King-size bed

Deluxe Room Ocean View Twin Bed

2 persons

35 m²

1 Single bed

Bathtub

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Luxury Room City View Double Bed

2 persons

35 m²

1 King-size bed

Deluxe Room City View Twin Bed

2 persons

35 m²

1 Single bed

Bathtub

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How to Navigate the City

Explore Every Transit Option Around the Airport

City Centre

Colombo 2.1 km

Airports

Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base (DWO) 9.1 km

Kelaniya (KEZ) 13.7 km

Train

Slave Island Railway Station300 m

Maradana Railway Station 2.2 km

Facilities

Comfortable Rooms and Convenient Services to Enhance Your Layover

Delicious Culinary Experience

“The dining options at Taj Samudra were absolutely good. I enjoyed the extensive breakfast buffet at Latitude, with a wide variety of local and international dishes that were fresh and delicious. The dinner at Navratna was another highlight, serving some of the best North Indian cuisine I've ever tasted. The diversity of flavors and quality of meals left a lasting impression on my palate!” view full review

Spacious and Elegant Rooms

“I was thrilled with the spaciousness and elegance of the ocean view room I stayed in. It was beautifully furnished with modern amenities, and I woke up every morning to amazing views of the Indian ocean. The room's decor and comfort made my experience even more nice, and I felt right at home in such luxurious surroundings.” view full review

Relaxing Pool Area

“The outdoor pool area was the perfect spot for relaxation during my stay. I loved lounging by the pool while enjoying the fine views of Colombo's skyline. The spaciness of the pool area allowed for plenty of lounging spots, and it was a wonderful place to unwind after a long day of exploring the city.” view full review

Nice Dining Ambiance

“Dining at the Port's of Call restaurant was an very nice experience, thanks to its inviting ambiance and really good service. The atmosphere was relaxed and laid-back, making it a great space to enjoy a meal. I appreciated that the staff were great too ensure my dining experience was perfect, further enhancing the enjoyment of the scrumptious meals.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine
Hairdresser
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Tennis court
Table tennis

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Children's buffet
Children's play area

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Garden area
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Facial
Beauty treatment
Make up services

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location & Directions

25 Galle Face Centre Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka, NONE

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25 Galle Face Centre Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka, NONE

City landmarks

Park

Galle Face Green

1.2 km

Pagoda

Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple

1.9 km

Park

Viharamahadevi Park

3.0 km

Market

Pettah Floating Market

4.7 km

Museum

National Museum of Colombo

2.1 km

Pagoda

Gangaramaya Temple

2.0 km

Landmark

World Trade Center

6.0 km

Gallery

National Art Gallery

2.1 km

Church

St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church

1.3 km

Landmark

Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque

4.4 km

Shopping Area

Crescat Boulevard

1.4 km

Landmark

Ape Gama

1.1 km

Pagoda

Temple of Sri Kailawasanathan Swami Devasthanam Kovil

1.3 km

Zoo

National Zoological Gardens of Sri Lanka

1.8 km

Church

St. Paul's Church

1.1 km

Church

Church of St. Michael & All Angels

1.2 km

Landmark

King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe Prison Cell

1.2 km

Landmark

Traditional Puppet Art Museum

1.3 km

Market

Old Town Hall

1.9 km

Pagoda

Seema Malaka

1.7 km

Landmark

Excel World Entertainment Park

2.5 km

Landmark

Beira Lake

3.5 km

Landmark

Slave Island

1.4 km

Museum

Colombo Dutch Museum

4.4 km

Casino

Bally's Casino

4.1 km

Landmark

Khan Clock Tower

5.7 km

Mall

Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct

6.1 km

Lighthouse

Colombo Lighthouse

6.0 km

Public Building

Old Parliament Building

6.0 km

Nearby

Galle Face Terrace

250 m

Restaurants

Ports of Call

20 m

25 Galle Face Center Road

Golden Dragon

20 m

25 Galle Road Taj Hotel

Navratna

40 m

Taj Samudra

Pebbles

10 m

25 Galle Face Centre Road Colombo 3

Crab Factory

40 m

Baked

220 m

30 Sir Mohamed Macan Markar Mawatha Ramada Colombo

King of the Mambo

200 m

Galle Face Hotel

Ask For Fern

240 m

32B Sir Mohamed Macan Marker Mawatha The entrance is through The Little Flower Shop

The Gardenia Coffeeshop

220 m

30 Sir Mohamed Macan Markar Mawatha Ramada Colombo

Alhambra

220 m

30 Sir Mohamed Macan Markar Mawatha Ramada Colombo

The Bavarian German Restaurant and Pub

200 m

11 Galleface Court Kollupitiya

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Hotel Overview

Location

Rooms

Dining

Business Facilities

Family-Friendly Amenities

Highlights

Pick the Room That Suits Your Travel Needs

View Room Rates & Availability by Date

How to Navigate the City

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Facilities for people with disabilities

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Location & Directions

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