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Amanwella vs Galle Face Hotel

Both hotels are rated highly by expert reviewers. Overall, Amanwella scores significantly better than Galle Face Hotel Colombo. Amanwella scores 87 with accolades from 5 reviews like The Telegraph, Condé Nast Traveler and Mr & Mrs Smith.

Amanwella
Amanwella
8 / 10
Bodhi Mawatha, Wella Mawatha, Godellawela, Tangalle, Sri Lanka
From $0 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Beach bunnies will find their Valhalla at Amanwella: All 30 spacious rooms have unobstructed views of the crescent bay, thanks to sliding glass doors that line their two sea-facing sides." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"This contemporary hotel touts just 27 suites, which are so spacious and serene guests are rarely seen around the resort." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith Mr & Mrs Smith
"A dense tangle of palm trees tower over an 800-metre stretch of sugary sand at Awanwella hotel, a seafront boutique in Sri Lanka near the town of Tangalle." Full review
Hideaway Report Hideaway Report
94.0
"Contemporary beach resort in a mature coconut grove overlooking a crescent of golden sand, about two hours’ drive east of Galle." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"A true temple of luxury living, Amanwella's suites all have private plunge pools, preloaded iPods and gloriously tasteful and modish design touches." Full review
Galle Face Hotel
Galle Face Hotel
8 / 10
No. 2, Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka
From $77 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"One of the most relaxing places on earth to watch the sun go down - so long as there's plenty of malty Lion Stout at hand." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"This four-and-a-half-pearl,158-room historic property is located on the waterfront in Colombo, next to popular Galle Face urban park and within easy driving distance of area attractions." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"This 19th-century hotel sits on the edge of the Galle Face Green, the city's biggest seaside promenade." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The grande dame of Colombo faces Galle Face Green to the north and the sea to the west. The sweeping staircases and trademark checked-tile floors recall the hotel's opening in 1864." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"It’s not for everyone, but if you value atmosphere and history above all else, the Galle Face Hotel is your place in Colombo. This Colonial-era hotel has been at the heart of the city’s..." Full review