Taj Samudra, Colombo

5 stars
25 Galle Face Centre Road, Colombo NONE, Sri Lanka
Colombo, Sri Lanka
8.1
Very good
based on 907 reviews
907 reviews
Sun 16/11
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Mon 17/11
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
$155
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
$155
Luxury Room
$219
Double room
$237
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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.

Latest deals for Taj Samudra, Colombo

Sun 16/11
Mon 17/11
Luxury Room
No inclusions
1 king bed
$219
nightly with fees
No inclusions
1 king bed
$232
nightly with fees
No inclusions
1 king bed
$246
nightly with fees
No inclusions
1 king bed
$276
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
No inclusions
1 queen bed
$155
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
$168
nightly with fees
No inclusions
1 queen bed
$177
nightly with fees
No inclusions
1 twin bed
$191
nightly with fees
King room
No inclusions
1 king bed
$408
nightly with fees
No inclusions
1 king bed
$459
nightly with fees
Standard Room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
$238
nightly with fees
Double room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
$237
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
$241
nightly with fees
Executive room
No inclusions
1 king bed
$755
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Taj Samudra, Colombo

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

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules
  • Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Access to health care professionals
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Hand sanitiser in guest accommodation and key areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Delivered food is securely covered
  • First-aid kit
  • Safe

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Concierge service
  • 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
  • Safety deposit box

Dining

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

Accessibility and suitability

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

General

  • Family rooms
  • Storage available
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Telephone

Basics

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

Bathroom

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

Things to do

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

Laundry

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

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Indoor play area

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

  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis
  • Gym

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Outdoor

  • Garden

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock

Reviews of Taj Samudra, Colombo

8.1
Very good
907 verified ratings
Wonderful
511
Very good
120
Good
111
Okay
55
Fair
57
Mediocre
20
Poor
34

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's location and the variety of breakfast options available. The staff was noted for being friendly and helpful. However, there were significant complaints regarding cleanliness, noise levels from events, and the overall value for money, with many feeling that the hotel did not meet their expectations given the price.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Service9.5 out of 10
Location9 out of 10
Breakfast9 out of 10
Bed Comfort3.5 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
Noise Level2 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 ...
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 ...
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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

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

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

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Essential information about Taj Samudra, Colombo

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May
January
$259
$262
Cheapest month to stay with an average 19% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 17% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Taj Samudra, Colombo

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Taj Samudra, Colombo, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in May and September.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Taj Samudra, Colombo, plan to stay on a Friday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Taj Samudra, Colombo was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $309, while the most expensive was $309.
  • How long should you stay at Taj Samudra, Colombo? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 9 days.

FAQs when booking at Taj Samudra, Colombo

  • Where is Taj Samudra, Colombo located?

    Taj Samudra, Colombo 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, Colombo.

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

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

  • Does Taj Samudra, Colombo offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Taj Samudra, Colombo offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Taj Samudra, Colombo offer free parking?

    Yes, Taj Samudra, Colombo offers free parking.

  • How far is Taj Samudra, Colombo from the airport?

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

  • Does Taj Samudra, Colombo have a pool?

    Yes, Taj Samudra, Colombo has a pool on-site.

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

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Taj Samudra, Colombo 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, Colombo 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, Colombo.

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Distance to airport

7.8
1.0 km
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29.0 km

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