We only stayed here for one night, which wasn't long enough to fully explore all the hotel's facilities, but what we did experience was first class. Our rooms were stylish, and the public areas very grand. We enjoyed our dinner at the Grand Thai, and the breakfast buffet was exceptional. Yes, it felt very different from the usual warm exuberance of other Sri Lankan hotels, but the staff were still friendly when you interacted with them, and the service was impeccable. A member of staff approached my father when he was looking at the old photos of the hotel, and when he heard that my parents had been to a dance at the hotel on their honeymoon in the 1960s, he took the time to show us the ballroom, which my father really appreciated. Another member of staff opened up the gift shop and then the jewellery shop for me, so that I could have a look around, patiently waiting and showing me everything she had.

Stephen United Kingdom

The amazing history and wonderful decor. The cleanliness and how it is maintained. It is a magnificent building and has adapted to the modern day without ruining any features.

Ryan United Kingdom

The hotel facilities are very nice. Staff are friendly and helpful. Rooms very nice and clean. Location of hotel was convenient. The food quality and selection in general was high.

Nader United Arab Emirates

Absolutely amazing hotel with beautiful garden. We enjoyed our stay so much. Staff was really friendly and generous. The hotel had different restaurant-options to have dinner and also breakfast was really good with a wide range of selections.

Amelie Germany

The service was outstanding. The ambiance and the decoration of the hotel were excellent.

Begoña El Salvador

Beautiful heritage hotel with a real “old world” sense about it. The grounds are stunningly beautiful, the restaurants are very good (we had high tea, which was a little overpriced for what you get, but good nonetheless and a dinner and breakfast buffet which were both excellent). Rooms are very clean and comfortable if not a touch small.

Dan Singapore

One of the most ancient buildings with its sprawling gardens, its location so close to the city, the upgraded rooms were spacious and clean, they have many restaurants serving different cuisines, very exhaustive and delicious breakfast. One of their USPs is their hi Tea that’s curated to one’s likings and served in an interesting way. Every room of the hotel is so beautifully designed and decorated that you feel you have reached those ancient days but yet it’s modern and well maintained. Last but not the least I have to mention the very caring, friendly staff The General Manager Mr Suresh Abbas , Mr Saman Udagama who went out of their way and saw to it we had the best time ever !

Snehal India

Absolutely amazing. Lounge bar makes the best cocktails in Sri Lanka

Alan Australia

well, everything was set up tremendously. we enjoyed every moment of our stay

Nilanga Oman

Amazing staffs..very friendly and helpful. Right from the bellhop to the manager.

Vinod Singapore