Taj Samudra, Colombo
Colombo, Sri Lanka
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Is Taj Samudra, Colombo good? Overview, pros and cons
Verdict: 8.7/10 (Staylist AI score). Guests praise: central; ocean views; great pool. Main complaint: old furniture.
Staylist AI overview · based on 8 public guest reviews
“Taj Samudra's gracious aging Colombo icon”
Taj Samudra, Colombo is a well-kept but clearly aging landmark — a central location with ocean and Galle Face Green views, walkable to One Galle Face Mall, restaurants, cafes, bars and markets, a great pool, a beautiful cozy lobby and cafe, good business-trip facilities, a decent breakfast, warm smiles and exceptional hospitality from staff guests call the greatest feature. Honest notes: the facilities and furniture are definitely old and not-so-helpful staff moments were reported — upgrades would help.
- Rooms
- Comfortable rooms in visibly old decor.
- Service
- Friendly staff; some unhelpful moments reported.
- Location
- A central spot beside Galle Face Green.
- Food
- A decent breakfast and cozy cafe.
- Facilities
- A great pool plus a beautiful lobby.
- Value
- Good value despite the aging hardware.
- Central
- Ocean views
- Great pool
- Warm staff
- Gym
- Private parking
- Airport pick-up
- Old furniture
- Uneven service
Best forBusiness tripsSightseeingValue seekers
How it compares
Taj Samudra, Colombo ranks #20 of 80 hotels Staylist lists in Colombo and #14 of 22 5-star hotels there. At about $90 a night it is 10% below the median for 5-star hotels in Colombo ($100). The closest listed alternative is Ramada by Wyndham Colombo, 200 m away (score 6.4).
About the hotel
- Address
- Near Akarsha Jewellers, 25 Galle Face Center Rd, Colombo 03, Colombo, Western Province, 09411, Sri Lanka
- Hotel class
- ★★★★★ 5-star
- Chain
- Taj (IHCL)
- Opened
- 1980
- Renovated
- 2018
- Check-in / out
- From 15:00 · by 12:00
- Distance to centre
- 1.3 km
- Getting there
- Airport: Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base (9.45 km) · Train Station: Slave Island Railway Station (0.67 km)
- Children
- Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Nearby hotels
- Ramada by Wyndham Colombo200 m · 6.4 · $78
- Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams200 m · 8.9 · $147
- Galle Face Hotel300 m · 8.5 · $159
- Nuwa at City of Dreams Sri Lanka300 m · 9.8 · $152
- ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo300 m · 8.6 · $165
Amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Gym
- Private parking
- EV charging station
- Airport pick-up
- Car rentals
- Bar
- Tennis court
- Table tennis room
- Restaurant
- Taxi booking service
- Airport drop-off
- Station pick-up
- Conference room
- Multi-function room
- Business center
- Childcare service
- Tour and ticket booking service
- Currency exchange
- Wi-Fi in public areas
- Luggage storage
- Pool lounge
- Car charging facilities
Frequently asked questions
- What time is check-in at Taj Samudra, Colombo?
- Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is by 12:00.
- Does Taj Samudra, Colombo have a pool?
- Yes: outdoor swimming pool, pool lounge.
- Is there parking at Taj Samudra, Colombo?
- Yes: private parking.
- Does Taj Samudra, Colombo offer an airport transfer?
- Yes: airport pick-up, airport drop-off.
- What wellness facilities does Taj Samudra, Colombo have?
- Gym.
- How far is Taj Samudra, Colombo from the airport?
- The nearest airport is Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base, about 9.45 km away.
- How far is Taj Samudra, Colombo from the centre of Colombo?
- About 1.3 km.
- Is Taj Samudra, Colombo suitable for children?
- Children of all ages are welcome at this property.