Granbell Hotel Colombo

Hotels
GRANBELL HOTEL
9.2 (8261 reviews)
282/5, Kollupitiya Road , Colombo , lk

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great amenities
Friendly staff
Good location
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Slow service at times
Food quality could improve

Categories

Cleanliness
8.59
There were some complaints regarding cleanliness and room amenities.
Service
9.56
Staff were commended for their helpfulness and attention to detail.
Location
9.6
The location is praised for its sea view and convenience.
Room Quality
9.55
Rooms are described as clean and comfortable with lovely views.
Amenities
9.58
The amenities are noted as very good, particularly the pools and spa.
Value for Money
9.04
Overall value is considered good, though some felt it was overpriced.
Food and Beverage
8.09
Food mentioned as standard; improvements suggested for buffet options.
Overall Experience
9.56
Overall experiences were positive despite some negative points.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 12:31

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Granbell Hotel Colombo, located in the heart of Colombo, offers a luxurious stay just steps away from Kollupitiya Beach. The guest rooms are elegantly designed with modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, and private bathrooms. Some rooms even feature balconies for a breathtaking view.

Relaxation and Recreation
Guests can unwind at the outdoor swimming pool or indulge in a pampering session at the sauna and hot tub. The fitness centre is perfect for those looking to stay active during their stay. Additionally, the terrace provides a serene spot to enjoy the sunset after a day of exploring the city.

Dining and Entertainment
Granbell Hotel Colombo boasts a restaurant and a bar, offering guests a variety of dining options. Whether you're craving local cuisine or international dishes, the hotel has something for every palate. The 24-hour front desk, room service, and currency exchange services ensure a seamless and enjoyable stay.

Experience luxury and comfort at Granbell Hotel Colombo. Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience in Colombo.

Important information:

From 1st October 2022 a mandatory tax of 2.5% for the Social Security Contribution Levy (SSCL) will be charged for all payments in local currency (LKR).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 8261 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.59
Service: 9.56
Location: 9.6
Room Quality: 9.55
Amenities: 9.58
Value for Money: 9.04
Food and Beverage: 8.09
Overall Experience: 9.56
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Gnanaprashth solo_traveller ch
5
2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Vincenzo Davide solo_traveller it
7
Bello ma non balla
Pros:

Struttura piuttosto nuova in zona molto centrale della città. Ottimo ristorante giapponese. Camere ampie e confortevoli.

Cons:

Mobilio un po’ datato. Alcune parti sono da rimettere a nuovo. Infissi che lasciano a desiderare. Alla reception ci sono alcuni operatori “furbetti”.

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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harshani couple lk
6
Pros:

View

Cons:

Automatically fire alarm set to early morning on, but it’s not a fall; it's a mistake. Staff are not responding to it clearly ridiculous feeling.

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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AYAKA solo_traveller jp
10
エクセレント!
Pros:

大変快適に過ごすことができました。
海沿いのロケーションがまず心地よく、部屋から見えるオーシャンビューが最高でした。
スタッフのホスピタリティも良く、カフェもあるので気軽に休むことが出来ました。

Cons:

特にありません

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Jeremy couple au
10
Excellent stay in modern, functional hotel.
Pros:

My wife and I spend 7 nights at the Granbell. We found it to be a lovely, modern hotel with polite and helpful staff throughout the complex.
Breakfast each day was excellent with a choice of western and eastern items. We also enjoyed the lunch and dinner buffet on a couple of occasions.
Very good coffee in the lobby, excellent rooftop pool and bar.
Walking distance to shops and Galle Face Green. (Though I don’t consider Colombo a pleasant city to walk in).
The only issue we found was some low level noise from the trains that operated across the road, but the services reduced at night so the noise didn’t bother us.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Irina couple ru
9
Было бы 10/10, если не мелочи.
Pros:

Отличный отель. Расположение, атмосфера, номера, чистота, мелочи вроде тапочек, халатов, геля для душа и прочего. Удобная кровать, оборудование санузла, площадь номера- очень хорошо.

Cons:

Мы прибыли в 13 часов, чекин с 14. Нам сказали, что номера заказанной категории ещё нет, нужно подождать, как только будет номер готов они заселят. Мы 40 минут прождали, ещё раз подошли и ещё минут через 10 нас заселили. Я абсолютно уверена, что номера были, видимо это принципиальная политика отеля, либо нежелание персонала сделать для клиента чуть больше, чем должен.
Также отмечу, что бассейн на крыше без подогрева и он прям холодный настолько, что быстро замерзаешь.

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Sarah solo_traveller de
10
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Jashan family_with_children in
10
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Janani family_with_children au
9
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Bianca Mariani couple za
6
Four star hotel but not four star service...
Pros:

Th sea view from the room was surreal.

Cons:

The check-in process was chaotic and we felt it took unnecessarily long. Staff didn't acknowledge us right away and other guests pushed in front of us. We didn't like that we couldn't charge anything (room service/ breakfast etc) to the room and pay for it all at check-out. We had to pay for it all as we received the service. We paid in cash and staff told us they would bring us the change but never returned with it. Asked room service for an iron which took 2 hours to arrive (we had to request it 3 times). Did not feel as though this was 4 star service.

2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Paveen solo_traveller lk
6
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Samantha family_with_children au
5
Pros:

Clean and new facilities

Cons:

Room was small, check in took far too long, was very frustrating after a long journey

2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Seerat couple in
7
Pros:

The hotel is at a very good location close to everything touristy, however at the check in desk k felt there is a bias in treating guests a bit differently depending on their nationality, I would appreciate if that’s something the staff could work on, the hotel however has very good facilities and the swimming pool and jacuzzi were just great as well. The room however doesn’t have any closet space.

2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Emily solo_traveller gb
10
Perfect for a stop over!
Pros:

It was perfect for a stop over in Colombo! Lovely rooms and facilities

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Akila solo_traveller lk
10
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Andreas couple de
10
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Varna solo_traveller gb
10
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Yassar solo_traveller in
10
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Simone solo_traveller at
8
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Hitesh solo_traveller in
3
Stay somewhere close by & just go here for the pool and rooftop bar.
Pros:

Pool with a mesmerising view , good rooftop bar , good quality & taste of food and drinks.!

Cons:

How can a hotel not have its room available at 3.45 PM when it’s standard check in time is 2 PM ?? Never happens in any part of the world. I stayed in 6 hotels in Sri Lanka (can verify it) with 5 being great and grandbell Colombo being a pathetic one. I reached the hotel with my 2 year old baby and elderly parents after a long flight and the room was not even available after 2 hours after a standard check in. How pathetic !!!
Secondly, the service is damn slow and even after repeated calls to room service nobody arrives at for anything.
Thirdly, their staff including the reception and service guys are extremely rude and have no sense on hospitality. If you ask for anything they will either delay it or forget it.
On every order to the room or restaurant they want you to pay upfront and can’t bill it to the room which is a normal practice in any 4/5 ⭐️ property but these guys would want you to pay upfront even if you’re in the pool or handling your baby in the room and can’t pay them upfront. Disgusting experience it was.
Dear grandbell hotel
- no matter how awesome pool you have pls understand hotels run with hospitality and not with views. Learn this and don’t give a horrible experience to tourists specially when you’re hosting foreigners. Take lessons on hospitality and then run your hotel. All my other 5 hotels were either great or above standards but you surely have a long way to go.

2026-05-20 via Nuitee