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Taj Samudra

5.0 star property
Luxury beach hotel with spa, near Colombo City Centre

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Beautifully lit colonial-style building with arched windows and a red-tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery under the night sky. | Taj Samudra
Spacious living area with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, ideal for relaxation or entertaining guests. | Taj Samudra
Relax by the pool with a view of lush greenery and a rustic wooden pergola. | Taj Samudra
Luxurious ocean view suite with a king-sized bed, plush seating area, and a panoramic window showcasing the sea. | Taj Samudra
Luxurious lobby with ornate arches, plush seating, and a grand piano. | Taj Samudra
Taj Samudra is a serene oasis in Kompannaweediya, offering an unforgettable retreat. With seven on-site restaurants and breathtaking garden views, unwind with a sports massage at the spa or lounge by the poolside bar. Previous guests have praised the property's unique vibe.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 7 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
The current price is $145
includes taxes & fees
$119 per night
Feb 24 - Feb 25

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (City Facing) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (City Facing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Tata Suite, Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Pillow menu
  • 3400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Taj Club, Club Room, 1 King Bed, City View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Taj Club, Club Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
  • 516 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Taj Club, Club Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ocean View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Taj Club, Club Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 516 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Taj Club, Club Room, 2 Twin Beds, City View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Taj Club, Club Room, 2 Twin Beds, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 516 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (King Bed) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (King Bed)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1054 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Taj Club, Club Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Taj Club, Club Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Taj Club, Club Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
  • 516 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • 377 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds (Ocean Facing)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds (Ocean Facing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
  • 377 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds (City Facing)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds (City Facing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (King Bed)

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (King Bed) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (King Bed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 732 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Grande Luxury, Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Grande Luxury, Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Grande Luxury, Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
LED TV
Pillow menu
  • 1055 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
  • 377 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed (King Bed)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed (King Bed)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 678 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
25 Galle Face Centre Road, Colombo, 3

What's nearby

  • Galle Face Green - 6 min walk
  • Galle Face Green Night Market - 9 min walk
  • Nawaloka Hospital - 11 min walk
  • Colombo City Centre - 18 min walk
  • Bally's Casino - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 45 min drive
  • Bambalapitiya Railway Station - 11 min drive
  • Wellawatta Railway Station - 17 min drive
  • Colombo Fort Station - 24 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪The Manhattan Fish Market - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fazly's Halal Refreshments - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪King Of The Mambo - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Yu Mi Japanese Restaurent - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Inn On the Green (IOG) - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Taj Samudra

Taj Samudra is a great choice for your beach stay in Colombo. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and facials. Navratna, one of 7 restaurants, serves Indian cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a poolside bar, a fitness center, and a sauna.

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, Hindi, Italian, Malay

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 300 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • Up to 11 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare*
DONE

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (4-device limit)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite valet parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • 7 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Pool table

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1984
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • 100% renewable energy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi (4-device limit)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and facials.

Dining

Navratna - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in Indian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Golden Dragon - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in Chinese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Yumi - This bar specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
Lattice - This café specializes in international cuisine. Open daily.
The Crab Factory - Onsite seafood restaurant. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in EarthCheck, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 147 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 3)

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Taj Samudra
Taj Samudra Colombo
Taj Samudra Hotel
Taj Samudra Hotel Colombo
Colombo Taj Samudra Hotel
Taj Samudra Colombo Hotel Colombo
Taj Samudra Hotel
Taj Samudra Colombo
Taj Samudra Hotel Colombo

Frequently asked questions

Does Taj Samudra offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Taj Samudra does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Taj Samudra?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Taj Samudra?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Taj Samudra?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking and electric vehicle charging are available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Taj Samudra?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 147 per vehicle roundtrip.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Taj Samudra?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Taj Samudra?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino (3-min drive) and Bellagio Casino (3-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Taj Samudra and nearby?

Taj Samudra has a spa and an outdoor pool, as well as a steam room and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Taj Samudra?

Yes, there are 7 onsite restaurants, featuring Indian cuisine and garden views.

What's the area around Taj Samudra like?

Taj Samudra is in Kompannaweediya, a short 18-minute walk from Colombo City Centre and 6 minutes' walk from Galle Face Green.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

RAKESH, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Yekta, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Kuriakose, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Debabrata, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Vineet, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Business trip
Hotel is showing its age and really needs an overhaul. Tried repeatedly to get a invoice after I left the property without success
Terry, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

SRI LANKA TAJ SAMUDRA
The bed and pillows are very uncomfortable, breakfast was excellent specially for south Asians, but there is short of space due to lots of guests, they should modify the restaurant because I feel the arrangement is not proper
Khozema, 3-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Prashant, 4-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good

Taj Samundra was a decent experience for us, though the rooms are old-school and you can see wood worn off in some places, the grandeur of the property over shadows everything. The buffet spread was great but service a bit chaotic. We do want to mention a shout out to Joseph at the gym, Bhatia for room service, Ms Dinushah at check-in and Ms Tathsarani at check-out. I do have to mention the rates we booked at were inclusive of all taxes as mentioned by expedia at the time of booking but when we got the property, it was easily 35 USD more per night including tax. Expedia needs to be clear about this so we can choose the best price for us.
Obaid, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding property
Neven, 5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding breakfast
Girish, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Not sure how this hotel is so highly rated on trip advisor. Room wasn't ready when I arrived. Communal/lobby areas are very nice but rooms are looking tired. Number of occasions where my room was cleaned but not topped up with amenities, such as bottled water. Service is very poor, there are loads of staff but no one seems to help. Difficult to get any kind of drinks with dinner other than water. Lobby bar was out of stock of basically everything. Wi-Fi throughout the hotel is really slow (2mb max speed). Food in the buffet is good but same dishes are served each night. Had some laundry done and all my clothes were shrunk - tried to explain it to staff but they either did not understand/pretended they did not understand.
Alistair, 8-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

when walking to our room we can smell smoking, when asked we were told that room with balcony is a smoking room, But we can see someone sitting inside the room and smoking, also one gentleman smoking on the corridor. Bath tub is moldy. We paid for room with ocean facing but we were given a room where there is a building blocking the view, There are not chest of drawers in the room. We liked the breakfast and dinner buffet very much. Staff is very nice
Chanthrika, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

alaxsan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

SARAD KUMAR, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

well managed
Ali AL-, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

michael, 13-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

fabulous service in a great hotel, as always!!!
this was our second stay at this hotel & just before we were to check in some friends told us about the horrible room experience they had & how we should change our hotel. since our first visit was great I wasn't sure if this feedback was good for the entire hotel or just an unfortunate experience they had so I decided to call the hotel & speak to them & share my concerns. the lady at the customer service desk heard me out & reassured me that there was no cause for concern & told me someone would call me back during regular office hours the next day to clarify any doubts. this did not happen so negative feedback on this. however, I sent them an email listing out all the rooms that were part of the group & soon enough I got a reply reassuring me of the impeccable taj service as always. upon check in they had upgraded all our rooms to the next category & they specifically assured us that we would go back carrying forward the same experience as we did the first time & that is exactly what happened. super stay & full marks to the Taj Colombo team, especially Niluka who made our stay superb.
aseem, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

delightful hotel on Galle Face. quiet despite being on a busy main road. great breakfast, nice room and friendly staff all round
clive, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Edwin, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Suneeta, 11-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Shalini, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Taj - as always, never disappoints.
I’ve stayed in many Taj properties over the years and there’s a reason I keep coming back. The team at Taj Samudra were always attentive and on point during my stay. No matter the late arrival hour (past midnight), or looking for a restaurant, they were always ready to assist. The property is starting to show its age, but this is beyond staff control. I’d encourage the owners to spend a little to spruce up the property a little especially as it has such a beautiful frontage to the sea! Thank you, Taj Samudra team, for a wonderful experience.
3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent services beautiful view .
Nimalaraj, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

In front of the Gall face Walkable distance to the beach & Mall
Saroginidevi, 3-night family trip
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