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Glendower Hotel vs Taj Samudra, Colombo

Both Taj Samudra Colombo and Glendower Hotel are endorsed by experts. On balance, Taj Samudra Colombo scores significantly higher than Glendower Hotel. Taj Samudra Colombo comes in at #11 in Sri Lanka with recommendations from 4 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, Travel + Leisure and oyster.com.

Glendower Hotel
Glendower Hotel
7 / 10
5 Grand Hotel Rd, Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
From $121 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This rambling colonial building has bundles of ye-olde-worlde English charm to it (or a South Asian version of it anyway) with period-style rooms that have the sweet smell of wood polish." Full review
Taj Samudra, Colombo
Taj Samudra, Colombo
8 / 10
25, Galle Face Center Road, Colombo 03, Sri Lanka
From $111 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"An upscale 300-room property located in Colombo's well-to-do Colpetty business district, the Taj Samudra Colombo is an ideal pick for business travelers." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Minutes by car from Colombo's city center, this 300-room hotel features a geometric pool that complements the property's modern suites." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Sprawling retreat fronting Colombo’s elegant oceanfront promenade, between the Indian Ocean and the city center." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
7.0
"This Taj hotel is one of Colombo’s oldest five-stars. Its prime location in an emerging area of the city, opposite the Galle Face Green, is an advantage...good dining outlets, business facilities." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Part of the well-regarded Indian chain, this vast edifice has elegant public areas and a lovely 11-acre garden, as well as myriad restaurants and bars, including a 24-hour cafe." Full review