Shangri-La Colombo

Hotels
Shangri-La Group
9.4 (2131 reviews)
1 Galle Face, Colombo 02 , Colombo , lk

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 2131 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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Nagavalli couple my
10
Wonderful stay
Pros:

Lovely lobby, pleasant and responsive staff

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Sujith couple ca
10
Amazing
Pros:

This was our second stay at Shangri-La Colombo and it was just as amazing as the first. The service here is on another level. Even with so many guests checking in and out every day, the staff are always friendly, professional, and happy to help. The rooms are beautiful, comfortable, clean and have everything you need. We absolutely love staying here, and whenever we’re back in Colombo, Shangri-La Colombo will always be our first choice.

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Romi couple il
10
ממליצים בחום, מלון מצויין
Pros:

המלון מפואר ויפייפה, החדרים מרווחים ונקיים
ארוחת הבוקר הייתה מלאה בשפע, המון סוגים של אוכל והכל טעים, בין ארוחות הבוקר הכי טובות שיצא לנו לאכול במלונות
יש מהמלון כניסה לקנייון המרכזי בקולומבו, מאוד נוח
היחס של העובדים מקסים, כולם אדיבים ונחמדים

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
S
Sybil couple au
9
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
M
MirNima solo_traveller qa
9
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Reem couple il
8
It was amazing, but breakfast is not international. It lacks dairy food.
Pros:

The room and the view. amazing

Cons:

The pool small compared yo a huge hotel like this one

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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LOVINA family_with_children ae
10
Excellent stay!
Pros:

Everything was fantastic! Wonderful location, great property, professional staff and good food!

Cons:

Nothing to mention

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
D
Daniel couple au
10
Great property
Pros:

Close to everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
S
Sh Pe solo_traveller pt
10
Pros:

Everything great location well equipped room

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Nagavalli couple my
9
It was thoroughly enjoyable. It is so welcoming, pleasant and feels like home.
Pros:

Breakfast- was sumptuous and variety helped with anyone with special requirements. I am a vegetarian and insulin dependant. I found the choice suitable.

We dined in the Shang palace. Food was incredible.

Cons:

They have to ensure the screw top bottles can be opened with less effort. Shangrila is very generous and give us 6 glass bottles of water. Sometimes we could not open the screw top. It was not an issue as the housekeeping replaced those bottles.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Ananda family_with_children in
10
our final day stay in Sri Lanka and it wsa memorable.
Pros:

Had placed a request for my kids breakfast, it was served rite on time.. On the DOT. The food was packed and brought to India on the same day and my daughter had it for lunch in India by 4 PM. The food prepared at 7 AM was fresh and good.

My daughter had idly for breakfast at the idlies were so soft and hot that she had 2 of them and loved it.

Cons:

Everything was perfect

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Peter family_with_children nl
9
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
N
Nicole couple au
9
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
C
Chiquita family_with_children au
9
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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FAROOQ family_with_children ae
4
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Sherpa36260350617 Friends getaway
2
No more Shangri-la
Pros:

What a disappointment – Shangri-La Colombo.

My visit today was yet another reminder of why I won't be returning.

Let's start with the parking. There is no valet parking, which is quite shocking for a hotel of this calibre. Guests arriving in their own vehicles are left to navigate a confusing maze of car parks, endless turns, and the OGF mall just to reach the hotel lobby. I only found this out today because I'm usually chauffeur-driven or arrive by cab, so I've never had to ask whether valet parking was available. Honestly, I assumed it was a standard service at a five-star hotel—many four-star hotels offer it too.

Since I've had disappointing dining experiences here before, I wisely ate at home before my meeting. The only reason we chose Shangri-La was because the lobby is spacious, comfortable, and a pleasant place to meet.

I ordered what has to be one of the simplest drinks imaginable—a papaya juice. Somehow, it turned out to be the worst papaya juice I've ever tasted. It was completely unpalatable. I asked the staff to have the person who prepared it taste it themselves. The lobby manager politely explained that they hadn't added sugar or lime. But that's exactly the point—don't decide on behalf of the customer. Ask whether the guest prefers sugar or lime instead of assuming. Customer preference should always come first.

Then came the final disappointment. After making our way back through the OGF lifts and parking levels, we presented our validated parking tickets at the exit, only to be charged Rs. 750 because we had exceeded the three-hour parking limit. So even with validation, there are unexpected parking charges.

Unfortunately, that's the last straw for us.

If you're considering Shangri-La Colombo for a wedding, event, or even a casual visit, think twice. The food has consistently been bland and uninspiring, the parking experience is unnecessarily frustrating, and you may still end up paying parking fees despite having validated tickets.

Shangri-La Colombo has the reputation and the setting of a luxury hotel, but the overall guest experience falls far short of the standard one would expect.

2026-07-17 via Tripadvisor
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Chetna solo_traveller au
9
Pros:

Beautiful views of the city and the sea. Amazing range of delicious food from around the world for breakfast. Nice outdoor pool. Beautiful polite staff throughout.

Cons:

Room smelt damp throughout the stay

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Ahlam couple sa
10
جميلة
Pros:

نظافة الفندق اسطورية
المول والمطاعم المتوفرة في نفس المكان رائعة
محل الكوفى والكيك الي في اللوبي ولا غلطة

Cons:

ان البطاقة تطلع الدور الخاص بغرفتك
عدم وجود شطاف

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
K
Karoly family_with_children gb
10
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Mohammed couple sa
10
Very good
Pros:

Very good

Cons:

Very good

2026-07-17 via Nuitee