Shangri-La Colombo

Hotels
Shangri-La Group
9.4 (2031 reviews)
1 Galle Face, Colombo 02 , Colombo , lk

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Clubhouse
Electric bicycle charging station
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent service
Great location
Variety in food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Slow check-in
Small room sizes

Categories

Cleanliness
8.26
Several reviews mentioned issues with room cleanliness and odors.
Service
10
Overall positive comments on the staff's responsiveness and service quality.
Location
9.73
Conveniently situated with easy access to shopping and city attractions.
Room Quality
8.77
Commentary on small room sizes indicates room quality is decent but not exceptional.
Amenities
9.72
Positive feedback on hotel amenities, including pools and dining options.
Value for Money
9.25
Reports of high prices but implies value due to quality service and amenities.
Food and Beverage
9.71
Review highlights impressive food varieties and quality.
Overall Experience
9.76
Mixed experiences but overall a positive experience with notable service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 13:05

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations with Stunning Views
Shangri-La Colombo offers a luxurious stay in the heart of the city, with guestrooms featuring breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean, Beira Lake, or the cityscape.

Gourmet Dining and Entertainment
Indulge in a culinary journey at the hotel's innovative restaurants and bars, from savoring tasty steaks and seafood grills at Capital Bar & Grill to experiencing authentic Chinese cuisine at Shang Palace.

Relaxation and Wellness
Unwind at Chi, The Spa with holistic therapies, stay fit at the Health Club with top-notch equipment and trainers, and enjoy daily buffet meals at Central Restaurant.

Experience luxury, dining, and relaxation at Shangri-La Colombo - your ultimate destination in the city.

Important information:

Children under the age of 6 years can enjoy meals at no extra cost in all day dinning when accompanied by a paying adult. Children between 6 and 11 years also enjoy a 50% discount on meals. Children of and above 12 years are considered as adults.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: CMB

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 2031 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.26
Service: 10
Location: 9.73
Room Quality: 8.77
Amenities: 9.72
Value for Money: 9.25
Food and Beverage: 9.71
Overall Experience: 9.76
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Hemal couple ie
10
Best hotel in Colombo
Pros:

I recently stayed at Shangri-La Colombo on the 30th for one night, and it was truly an outstanding experience from start to finish.

From the moment we arrived, “Samdura” at the front desk welcomed us warmly and handled our check-in process professionally and efficiently. Her friendly attitude and excellent hospitality immediately gave us a wonderful first impression of the hotel.

Later that evening, my friend and I visited Capital Bar & Grill. The atmosphere was fantastic, with a lively ambiance and an amazing live band that made the night even more enjoyable. We had a few drinks, and the service we received was exceptional. “Dilshan,” the bartender, provided excellent service and made sure we had a great experience throughout the evening. “Nipuna” was also top-notch in customer service, being attentive, professional, and extremely welcoming.

The hotel rooms were very quiet, comfortable, and beautifully maintained, making our stay relaxing and peaceful. The pool area was spotless and offered stunning views, which added to the luxury experience. The food was also absolutely delicious, with every dish being full of flavor and well prepared.

Overall, our stay at Shangri-La Colombo exceeded expectations. The excellent hospitality, beautiful facilities, delicious food, and outstanding staff made this a memorable visit. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Colombo and look forward to returning again in the future.

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Zulaikha extended_group mv
9
Shangri La Colombo - always delivers, personal touches and special requirements are met with a smile
Pros:

the selection provided at the Horizon Club was more than enough and I used their service more than the main buffet, which I visited once and as always it was exceptional, varied choice to suit all needs.
Thank you to the wonderful team at the Club, so very helpful and attentive.

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Prasad couple au
9
2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Vikram couple sg
8
Value for money when there are hardly any tourists in the hotel was poor
Pros:

Staff helpful. Rooms good.

Cons:

The quality of food was bad.

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Kristy solo_traveller gb
9
Stunning!
Pros:

Stunning in every aspect.

Cons:

We weren’t there long enough!

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
M
Moshiur couple bd
10
Excellent comfort!
Pros:

Excellent location, cleanness, quality control, good service and excellent food

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Carolyn couple us
10
2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Serhii family_with_children nl
7
For this service is too expensive
Pros:

Service is ok

Cons:

Chinese restaurant is VERY BED ,pecking duck cost around 250 Euros,but was terrible,we leaved all . Everything that was prepared in the Chinese restaurant was simply awful. The same applies to the dinner at the main restaurant. The breakfasts were fine. I would not recommend ordering food in their restaurants.

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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Natalie extended_group au
9
Great luxury stay to finish off a Sri Lanka
Pros:

Great way to end our stay in Sri Lanka. Beautiful hotel and easy access to the airport. Recommend getting the Executive Suite so you can access the lounge.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller au
10
A perfect hotel for a stay in Colombo !!
Pros:

Beautiful property, wonderful staff, great food, great pool

Cons:

Zero

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Nicola couple ae
9
Loved the view, the location, the staff & the pizza.
Pros:

Great location, amazing staff and a wonderful view and the room service chicken tikka pizza is amazing!

Cons:

The Shang Palace was disappointing but the staff at the main restaurant did present us with a farewell cake when we left.

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Monette solo_traveller ph
9
Pros:

Location close to the mall

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Alicia solo_traveller gb
10
Luxurious convenience
Pros:

Excellent service, great facilities, yummy food, close to the mall.

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Ralph family_with_children ch
3
Pros:

Breakfast - very delicous

Cons:

The rooms have seen better days. The room/air conditioning smelled quite musty.
It seems they've cut back on room renovations in recent years and only invested in the lobby.

2026-05-01 via Nuitee
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Nicola extended_group gb
10
Excellent hotel in Colombo
Pros:

The room was stunning and the hotel in general was lovely. The staff were friendly and helpful. It links to the shopping mall which is helpful.

Cons:

So many lights in the room and I couldn't find a way to turn them all off!

Also, I was charged £50 more than the quote price which was initially quoted on booking.com at £154. I contacted the hotel and did not receive an explanation as to why it was significantly higher.

2026-04-30 via Nuitee
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Annette solo_traveller de
8
2026-04-29 via Nuitee
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Suchika solo_traveller in
10
2026-04-28 via Nuitee
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Patricia family_with_children ch
9
We spent some great days in Sri Lanka.
2026-04-28 via Nuitee
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Ziad couple ae
8
2026-04-27 via Nuitee
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Marie Shiham extended_group mv
10
2026-04-27 via Nuitee