Thank you Ryan for a great informative video. You made me want to include Sri Lanka in my future travels. I’d heard some disturbing things previously about travel now to Sri Lanka but I’m looking at it now for later in the year & I’ll include this hotel as a must stay, though it will be for a few extra days. Safe travels, really enjoy your content.. look forward to your next video.
Thanks for sharing this video. Our wedding was in this hotel. also, my wife was an architect who worked in this hotel renovation work. Remembers that golden memories. thank you for sharing this video and giving your heart about the economic situation of sri lanka. May all your work become success. Pathishe from New Zealand
Awesome Hotel Ryan, We visited there in 2016 that same Doorman has been on the front doors since the early 1960. My father-in-law Gazale Amit lived with his family at the Hotel for about 3 years as he was a resident Jazz Band Leader, they played there almost every night from the early 1960's. My wife was born in the Hotel in 1961 so it has a very special place in her heart. I also have some photos of the Doorman if you would like. Thanks for Sharing
This hotel totally reminds me of my stay at the E&O in Penang, Malaysia and Raffles, Singapore. I wished I got the correct visa and got out to visit Colombo. Next time! You know a quality hotel when you're met with a welcome drink. The curry lunch looked immense. $24 is pricey but considering it's a hotel meal, it's totally worth it. Seriously jelly you got to stay at this hotel. I am returning to Sri Lanka in the near future so will make sure this hotel is on the list.
We stayed at the Galle Face hotel for three nights in the Dutch Royal Suite. The hotel is lovely; the staff and service were excellent. But it does have its problems. The room refrigerator didn’t work but was replaced within a few hours of notifying staff. The replaced refrigerator turned on but didn’t cool anything. It took a day to fix. The hair dryer didn’t work. There was no face towels or laundry bags - they just forgot to provide them and we had to ask for them. The balcony door couldn’t be bolted shut because the bolt mechanism was broken. Unfortunately this is a general theme at the hotel - there is a lack of maintenance and quality control.
Amazing content from SL and SL Airlines Ryan. Im going thee next month can't wait looks like an amazing country! My tour starts and finishes technically in Negombo so looking at going to Colombo after for a few nights at the end!
Looks amazing Ryan ,and in my opinion a bargain for the price you paid . It did remind me a little of Raffles in Singapore , particularly with the courtyard , but of course without the Raffles price tag . The curry looked and no doubt tasted good , not so sure of the Barramundi though , that really looked more Gawler Arms than Raffles 😄😄. Happy travels Ryan and best of luck with the house move .
@rwsinha. Im sri lankan living in Australia(44 years) in Melbourne. I celebrated my 80th Birthday in April 2023.Stayed for two weeks .It was hot and humid.Not the melbourne weather I,m used to. I love the hotel as it is old fashion/traditions. If I go back again I will definitely stay at Gall Face.
We had a great time at Galle Face Hotel. The shower looks exquisite but some of the taps are actually quite broken and the hot water in one of our rooms just didn't work so we had to have cold showers. Otherwise, the hotel was a great stay. There is also a gym and spa which were both fantastic. The hotel stay were lovely, but the concierge at the time of our stay was a little scammy, asking for thousands of dollars for a day trip. Couldn't believe it.
Yeah, I've heard some stories about the concierge... they're a bit of a rip off. They were thankfully well behaved during my short stay. Yes the hotel is a little rough around the edges, but all in all, a very reasonably priced stay.
Oh yes... I was so tempted. But I was unfortunately very jet lagged by this part of the trip. I went back to the room and actually fell into a deep sleep. 🤣 So no high tea for me.
Thanks for the review. I went to the hotel in early September 2023 and looked out for Prince Philip the Duke of Edinburgh’s car thanks to you! I have also written a travelogue about my stay in Sri Lanka, including family history. Sri Lanka 2023 (September 1-12) ruclips.net/p/PL1rGaUCE7Td1xPg9b6qHRuCobFO_XZTlq
Had a wonderful few nights here in 2004 - just before terrible tsunami. Hotel looks wonderfully updated since those days.
Wow you mean what I experienced was the upgraded version?
Thank you Ryan for a great informative video. You made me want to include Sri Lanka in my future travels. I’d heard some disturbing things previously about travel now to Sri Lanka but I’m looking at it now for later in the year & I’ll include this hotel as a must stay, though it will be for a few extra days. Safe travels, really enjoy your content.. look forward to your next video.
No worries... It is a beautiful country! And the people are so friendly.
Stayed in this beautiful hotel last week before returning home to Australia.
It is a lovely hotel, isn't it? I'd go back in a heartbeat!
Thank you for visiting Sri Lanka. My daughter's wedding reception was held here...
Oh wow... Yes I cannot wait to go back! Thanks for popping by! 🙏🙏
Thanks for the review. It was very helpful as we intend staying there a few nights next year. 👍
No worries! Enjoy your stay! It's a beautiful hotel in a lovely location.
Thanks for sharing this video. Our wedding was in this hotel. also, my wife was an architect who worked in this hotel renovation work. Remembers that golden memories. thank you for sharing this video and giving your heart about the economic situation of sri lanka. May all your work become success. Pathishe from New Zealand
Wow... Fantastic memories indeed. I'd want to be back soon.
Thats nice. There are some old hotels in Galle. Kandy and Nuwere eliye Sri Lanka as well.
@@pathishejayamanne5341 yes indeed! I've taken note of them.
Awesome Hotel Ryan, We visited there in 2016 that same Doorman has been on the front doors since the early 1960.
My father-in-law Gazale Amit lived with his family at the Hotel for about 3 years as he was a resident Jazz Band Leader, they played there almost every night from the early 1960's.
My wife was born in the Hotel in 1961 so it has a very special place in her heart.
I also have some photos of the Doorman if you would like.
Thanks for Sharing
Oh wow! Thanks for sharing that piece of history!
This hotel totally reminds me of my stay at the E&O in Penang, Malaysia and Raffles, Singapore. I wished I got the correct visa and got out to visit Colombo. Next time! You know a quality hotel when you're met with a welcome drink. The curry lunch looked immense. $24 is pricey but considering it's a hotel meal, it's totally worth it. Seriously jelly you got to stay at this hotel. I am returning to Sri Lanka in the near future so will make sure this hotel is on the list.
Yeah these old hotel vibes are down my alley. I call this the bargain Raffles! 🤣
We stayed at the Galle Face hotel for three nights in the Dutch Royal Suite. The hotel is lovely; the staff and service were excellent. But it does have its problems. The room refrigerator didn’t work but was replaced within a few hours of notifying staff. The replaced refrigerator turned on but didn’t cool anything. It took a day to fix. The hair dryer didn’t work. There was no face towels or laundry bags - they just forgot to provide them and we had to ask for them. The balcony door couldn’t be bolted shut because the bolt mechanism was broken. Unfortunately this is a general theme at the hotel - there is a lack of maintenance and quality control.
@@Simon-pl2zi that's very sub par...
Amazing content from SL and SL Airlines Ryan. Im going thee next month can't wait looks like an amazing country! My tour starts and finishes technically in Negombo so looking at going to Colombo after for a few nights at the end!
I'm pretty sure you'll enjoy it. I regret not staying longer!
@@ryansofly Yeah 8 or 9 hour stay that's crazy that's only things your suppose to do at an airport transit hotel!
Hey Ryan just watched it.. wow you done it grate
Thanks for watching! Cheers...!
Great work Ryan,interesting video.
Glad you enjoyed it! It is a beautiful hotel!
Welcome to Sri Lanka. Wonderful commentary.
Thanks man!
Thanks Ryan.....first time I'm looking this hotel inside. this hotel available from my home just 1 kilometer distance.
Oh nice! You live nearby!
Love to visit Sri Lanka, hotel looks amazing. Bet you wish you had a few nights there. Cheers
You don't say! I was only there because of the forced transit by UL. Now I want to go back there and properly experience Sri Lanka.
Glad you made time to visit the Galle Face Hotel
It’s an amazing hotel
Indeed... Its a VERY stunning and beautiful hotel.
I really like how you explain about the hotel thank you..
Glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching. 🙏
Stayed there in the nineties was really run down thank goodness it was completely renovated
I'd go back there in a heartbeat! 💓
Looks amazing Ryan ,and in my opinion a bargain for the price you paid . It did remind me a little of Raffles in Singapore , particularly with the courtyard , but of course without the Raffles price tag . The curry looked and no doubt tasted good , not so sure of the Barramundi though , that really looked more Gawler Arms than Raffles 😄😄. Happy travels Ryan and best of luck with the house move .
Yes it is definitely a bargain Raffles. Same vibes, minus the price tag. That Barramundi was delicious! 🤣
@rwsinha. Im sri lankan living in Australia(44 years) in Melbourne. I celebrated my 80th Birthday in April 2023.Stayed for two weeks .It was hot and humid.Not the melbourne weather I,m used to. I love the hotel as it is old fashion/traditions. If I go back again I will definitely stay at Gall Face.
I would go back there in a heartbeat! So beautiful...
Thanks Ryan next time more nights through out island, believe me try it , this is land like no other, cheers
I don't disagree. I'll definitely stay longer the next time.
Thank you for visiting sri lanka ..enjoy
Thanks for watching... I surely enjoyed my short time there.
Looks like hotel (s) have taken actions to reduce costs that is quiet visible in your video. Like mini-bar and coffee tray
We had a great time at Galle Face Hotel. The shower looks exquisite but some of the taps are actually quite broken and the hot water in one of our rooms just didn't work so we had to have cold showers. Otherwise, the hotel was a great stay. There is also a gym and spa which were both fantastic. The hotel stay were lovely, but the concierge at the time of our stay was a little scammy, asking for thousands of dollars for a day trip. Couldn't believe it.
Yeah, I've heard some stories about the concierge... they're a bit of a rip off. They were thankfully well behaved during my short stay. Yes the hotel is a little rough around the edges, but all in all, a very reasonably priced stay.
Visit again and try other parts of SL. This Island is magical
I agree ... Its a very beautiful country. Can't wait to go back!
Colombo is full of beautiful hotels. Id suggest you to try the taj samudra or the marino beach hotel as well
Well noted!
It's excellent.
When I say the title I thought that it would be a mess
Hahahaha.... Oh no! That hotel is one of the classiest I've been to. You should try it one day. Cheers, and thanks for watching!
@@ryansofly After I saw it, I definitely want to go there
Ryan, what a fab hotel, would need 3 nights at least. Stunning 😊
Oh yes.... I'd stay there for longer next time.
The High Tea is amazing and it costs less than $20
Oh yes... I was so tempted. But I was unfortunately very jet lagged by this part of the trip. I went back to the room and actually fell into a deep sleep. 🤣 So no high tea for me.
Thanks for the review. I went to the hotel in early September 2023 and looked out for Prince Philip the Duke of Edinburgh’s car thanks to you! I have also written a travelogue about my stay in Sri Lanka, including family history. Sri Lanka 2023 (September 1-12)
ruclips.net/p/PL1rGaUCE7Td1xPg9b6qHRuCobFO_XZTlq
Oh wow! I'll definitely take a look at it.
@@ryansofly Thank you!
wel come sri lanka
Thank you, buddy! Thanks for watching! 🙏🙏
Democratic Socialist Republic Sri Lanka? Is it a communist country?
Same same but different... 😏