Taj Samudra

5 stars
8.2
Very good
based on 1080 reviews
1,080 reviews
25 Galle Face Centre Road, Colombo NONE, Sri Lanka
25 Galle Face Centre Road, Colombo
+94 112 446 622
Sat 29/8
-
Sun 30/8
2 guests, 1 room
Deals from
$141
/Cheapest rate per night
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Deluxe room, 1 twin bed
$141
Standard Room, bed type unknown
$142
Luxury Room, 1 king bed
$183
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Overview

Less than 20 minutes' walk from Fort Railway Station, Taj Samudra Colombo offers guests an ideal base when visiting Colombo. It offers 5-star accommodation with air-conditioned rooms.

This charming hotel provides free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a beauty centre. There is also free private parking on site for those travelling with a car. A helpful tour desk is in-house and Slave Island Railway Station is within walking distance, making it easy for guests to discover the area and its attractions.

The rooms have a marble bathroom, a pillow menu and a mini bar. They all feature a refrigerator, slippers and a flat-screen TV.

Each morning, guests can enjoy breakfast at Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant or Navratna Indian Restaurant. For those wishing to stay close by for dinner, Ports of Call serves international cuisine while Crab Factory specialises in seafood dishes. For guests on the move, the hotel offers packed lunches on request.

Local attractions near Taj Samudra include the Colombo Rowing Club, Visumpaya and Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology. There are also a variety of popular restaurants and bars serving local and international cuisine nearby.

8.2
Very good
1080 reviews

Latest deals for Taj Samudra

Sat 29/8
-
Sun 30/8
Deluxe room, 1 twin bed
$141
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, 1 king bed
$201
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$377
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
$142
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 twin bed
$146
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 twin bed
$148
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 queen bed
$155
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
$309
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$573
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$158
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 queen bed
$161
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
$224
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
$227
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 queen bed
$162
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, 1 king bed
$183
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$164
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, 1 king bed
$367
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$372
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 twin bed
$164
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, bed type unknown
$238
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 queen bed
$165
nightly with fees
Luxury Room, 1 king bed
$263
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 queen bed
$168
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
$177
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$192
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
$491
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 queen bed
$235
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$247
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$271
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$284
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Taj Samudra

  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Business centre

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

General

  • Family rooms
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible parking
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Designated smoking area

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle hire
  • Casino
  • Beauty salon
  • Table tennis
  • Shopping
  • Pool table

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Air-conditioned

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Trouser press

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Indoor play area
  • Babysitting/child care services (surcharge)

Pool and spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Fitness

  • Gym
  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Outdoor

  • Garden

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock

Reviews of Taj Samudra

8.2
Very good
1080 verified ratings
Wonderful
617
Very good
150
Good
125
Okay
54
Fair
65
Mediocre
24
Poor
45

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Most guests praised the hotel's excellent location, friendly and attentive service, delicious and varied breakfast, and enjoyable pool facilities. However, a number of reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness in some rooms and dated property conditions. Overall, the positive experiences with staff, amenities, and convenient location stood out for many visitors.
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Location10 out of 10
Service9.5 out of 10
Breakfast9 out of 10
Pool8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
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9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2017
Pros (+) Staff were very attentive
Cons (-) No problems
8.0
Very good
Gaurav, Feb 2017
Pros (+) Location
Cons (-) Some of the floors are not renovated
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Oct 2016
Pros (+) Grounds, public spaces & meeting rooms are lovely-5*. Large breakfast buffet with juice bar. Six bottles of water in my room in arrival (thoughtful) but they weren't replenished. Many wedding parties use lobby & grounds for photos-beautiful to see.
Cons (-) My room was in the older (not refurbished) wing and it showed. Water would not turn off completely in shower, closet doors were hard to slide & did not close completely. Safe was locked open & no one showed up to fix it after I called (but it was done by 3rd day). The room next to mine was under construction or being used by staff & there was a lot of banging one night after midnight. Also, severa...
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Location

25 Galle Face Centre Road, Colombo NONE

What's nearby

  • Embassy of United States1.1 km
  • Colombo World Trade Center1.2 km
  • Fort Railway Station1.3 km
  • Khan Clock Tower1.6 km
  • Colombo City Centre1.8 km
  • Jami Ul Alfar Mosque1.8 km
  • Viharamahadevi Park1.9 km
  • Colombo Town Hall2 km
  • National Museum of Colombo2 km
  • Sinhalese Sports Club3 km
  • Independence Memorial Hall3.1 km
  • Murugan Hindu Temple3.3 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Taj Samudra

Low season

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Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

August
February
$244
$219
Cheapest month to stay with an average 11% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 9% rise in price.
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Which month has the cheapest rates at Taj Samudra?

The cheapest month to stay at Taj Samudra is June, with an average nightly rate of $201. The most expensive month is February at $289 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Taj Samudra?

The cheapest day to book Taj Samudra is Wednesday, with an average nightly rate of $179. The most expensive day is Thursday at $269 per night.

How far in advance should you book Taj Samudra?

To get the best price at Taj Samudra, book around 1 week in advance. This could save you approximately 25% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Taj Samudra

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Taj Samudra, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in August and March.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Taj Samudra, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Taj Samudra was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $219, while the most expensive was $219.
  • How long should you stay at Taj Samudra? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 6 days.

FAQs when booking at Taj Samudra

  • Where is Taj Samudra located?

    Taj Samudra is located at 25 Galle Face Centre Road in Galle Face, 1 km from the centre of Colombo. Embassy of United States is the closest landmark to Taj Samudra.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Taj Samudra?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Taj Samudra.

  • Does Taj Samudra offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Taj Samudra offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Taj Samudra offer free parking?

    Yes, Taj Samudra offers free parking.

  • How far is Taj Samudra from the airport?

    Taj Samudra is 7.4 km from Colombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base. Taj Samudra is 29 km from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

  • Does Taj Samudra have a pool?

    Yes, Taj Samudra has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Taj Samudra hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Taj Samudra in Colombo and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Taj Samudra and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Taj Samudra.

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Distance to airport

8.1
1.0 km
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
29.0 km

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