Located in Fort, Grand Oriental Hotel offers a vibrant atmosphere with 4 bars and a nightclub. Indulge in local cuisine at one of the 3 on-site restaurants, unwind with aromatherapy at Cinnomon SPA, or enjoy karaoke and evening entertainment.
Reviews
7.27.2 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Spa
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Air-conditioning
Breakfast available
Parking available
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Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 16.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 23.01
New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 23.01 (from 5 to 11 years old)
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 14 for adults and from USD 7 for children
Airport shuttle fee: USD 46 per vehicle
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: USD 16.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Grand Oriental Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Grand Oriental Hotel?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Grand Oriental Hotel?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Grand Oriental Hotel?
Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Does Grand Oriental Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 46 per vehicle applies.
Where is Grand Oriental Hotel located?
Located in Fort, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of St Peter's Church, Sambodhi Chaitiya, and Pettah Market. Khan Clock Tower and Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct are also within 10 minutes. Colombo Fort Station is 11 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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Tremendous experience, staying in a historical classic in Colombo.
The hotel is showing its age but if you are a traveler looking for unique experiences this is an opportunity to stay in an unspoilt/un modernized colonia era masterpiece.
I would stay here again.
Colombo is a very safe city and the hotel is conveniently located for walking, or short tuk-tuk rides to other attractions and especially Fort Railway Station.
Andrew
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Peter
18 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Big room, view of the Loris Tower at night great, cleaned wvery day
The building is antique but could be in better conditions. There was no cleaning for me ,rotten fruits , mold , door has no way of knowing who is knocking. There was tresspasing from Nadja Hussein.
Hotel vetuste, prix peu justifié.
On a du changer de chambre parce que des rats courraient au dessus de nos tetes... pas d'eau chaude...
Seul le petit dejeuner rattrappe un peu le sejour
sylviane
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Kyoko
4 Dec 2022
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
お部屋は広くて良かったが、水周りの清掃が充分でなかった
Kyoko
Verified
6/10 Okay
Peter
29 Feb 2020
The staff in the bar/ restaurant on fourth floor was Very helpful and polite.
The hotel restaurant has a Nice view over the harbour.
The Rooms was noisy, Mayby from the aircondition.
Peter
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified
8/10 Good
Lars
13 Feb 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Prisvärt
Hotellet har ett bra läge i de gamla koloniala delen av Colombo.
Personalen är överlag mycket trevlig och hjälpsam. Inte minst den delen som ansvarar för rumsservicen.
Retaurangen på 4:e våningen bhuder på en fantastisk utsikt över hamnen, och serverar en prisvärd middagsbuffé.
Bra frukostbuffé med varma och kalla rätter.
Hotellet är slitet och illa underhållet. Men funktionsmässigt finns inget att klaga på.
Ett prisvärt och trevligt hotell som jag gärna skulle kunna återvända till.
Lars
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified
6/10 Okay
fazida binte
10 Feb 2020
Receptionists need to go for training
The location is good.
Restaurant service is excellent
Receptionists are unhelpful and cold Need to go for training on service
L’ hôtel est très bien situé dans le quartier du Fort. L’ensemble des installations témoignent d’une grandeur passée et sont aujourd’hui un peu vieillottes notamment les chambres. Le confort et la propreté sont au rendez-vous. La literie est très confortable et le petit déjeuner excellent. A conseiller vivement si en plus vous craignez le bruit assourdissant de la rue.
florence
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
8 Jan 2020
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Fascinating historical building, wonderful view of harbour from top floor restaurant, very helpful staff. But grubby throughout, walls, doors and furnishings particularly so. Food in restaurant uninspiring and overpriced. Second bedside cabinet and light missing in deluxe double room, only provided when I made a fuss at Reception, showing the photo of room as advertised (much better appointed!). Waited until 2.30. p.m. for room to be cleaned next day. Over time, became reconciled (resigned?) to the situation, and look back with some fondness, but only because of the personal charm of some staff members and the hotel’s undeniable character.
It's in the name: a grand, old, lovely establishment...
Pleasant, friendly staff...
Just the one Lankan restaurant in da hood: Pillawoos, with the standard fare of short eats, biriyani and so on. Very much a man scene...
I could hear clearly midnight yapping from the next room, so the old walls must be thin which is surprising.
One thing that bugged me was the Xmas jingles being played in the lobby and lift... Why not some Lankan mini-bus music?
adam
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
adam
14 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Serendipity Doo Dah...
lovely staff and a tip top location in the Fort...
walls were thin and could hear midnight yappy neighbours...
the Xmas carols bugged me in the lobby and lift...
(why not Lankan music?)
adam
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
13 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I am happy to stay again very good service reception staff really helpful.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
11 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location in Colombo
Very good and central location in Colombo, close to City Center and Galle Face strip. Historical feeling as it is one of the oldest hotels in Sri Lanka. Hotel needs refurbishment. Friendly staff.