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About the Hotel

2 York Street, Colombo, Sri Lanka, 10732
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Next to the Colombo Harbour
Nice
6.4
8.0
/10
2.3
3.8
/5

Found in a commercial neighbourhood, the elegant Grand Oriental Hotel Colombo welcomes guests just 9 minutes' walk from the Pettah Market and features a banquet hall and 2 ballrooms, offering a myriad of usage options. The Old Parliament Building is located 2.3 km from this 4-star colonial-style hotel, boasting a lounge bar and harbour views.

Location

The hotel has a prominent location within reach of the Stone Shri Ponnambalawaneswaram Kovil Hindu Temple, while shopping venues like the Pettah Market are 850 metres away. The Grand Oriental Colombo also lies merely 11 minutes on foot from the Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct.

Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Beira Lake, which is around 9 km away. Standing nearly 25 minutes' walk away, the St. Anthony's Shrine is a hard-to-miss divine tourist destination.

The Grand Oriental is located not far from Bambalapitiya train station, while Pettah SLT Halt bus stop is merely 0.8 km away.

Rooms

There are 74 rooms at the property, each of them has an iron and ironing board, and an air conditioner, as well as entertainment amenities such as complimentary Wi-Fi and a television with satellite channels.

Eat & Drink

For an enjoyable stay, this Colombo hotel offers the Asian restaurant serving Middle Eastern dishes. The cosy bar is also available. Serving a wide assortment of dishes, Harbour Stop is within 5 minutes' walk of the Grand Oriental.

Leisure & Business

Guests can request a spa centre and massage therapy for an extra charge. This accommodation features a nightclub, a sauna, and billiards on site.

Must-do experiences

  • Savor kottu roti at the iconic Kottu House, a local favorite.
  • Visit the National Museum for a glimpse of Sri Lanka's rich history.
  • Stroll along Galle Face Green at sunset for stunning ocean views.
  • Explore the colorful Pettah Market for unique souvenirs and spices.
  • Take a tuk-tuk ride to Gangaramaya Temple and experience its serenity.
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Grand Oriental Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Double or Twin Room
2 persons
250 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Air conditioning
Suite
2 persons
410 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Bathtub
Air conditioning
Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
370 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Bathtub
Air conditioning
Budget Twin Room
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Air conditioning
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Facilities

Grand Oriental Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop

Sports & Fitness

  • Billiard tables

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Grand Oriental Hotel Location

2 York Street, Colombo, Sri Lanka, 10732
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2 York Street, Colombo, Sri Lanka, 10732
Nearby
Janadhipathi Mawatha
Khan Clock Tower
1800 ft
No. 40 York Street
Cargills Department Store
700 ft
Museum
Central Bank Currency Museum
1400 ft
Church
St. Thomas Chapel
1400 ft
Bank of Ceylon Mawatha Colombo 1
King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe Prison Cell
1800 ft
Church
St. Paul's Church
1800 ft
Japan Sri Lanka Friendship Rd Battaramulla
Ape Gama
1900 ft
Chaithya Rd
Sambodhi Chaithya
1200 ft
Colombo Fort Clock Tower
1300 ft
C W W Kannangara Mawatha
Colombo Municipal Council
1400 ft
123
Old Kathiresan Temple
1800 ft
Church St
St Peter's Church
200 ft
Restaurants
Harbour Room
200 ft
2 York St Fort
Harbour Stop
400 ft
No.50
Akasa Kade
500 ft
York Street
Baillie Street Merchants
1200 ft
15 Mudalige Mawatha
The t-Lounge on Chatham Street by Dilmah
1500 ft
62/2 Chatham Street Dutch Square
Pizza Hut
1300 ft
1 Sripa Road Thimbirigasyaya
Kinnaree
1300 ft
62/6
Redsnapper Seafood Restaurant
1300 ft
64/2 Chatham St
The Colombo Cafe
1500 ft
L6/5,One Galle Face Mall
Botanik Bistro & Roof Top Bar
3100 ft
1 Fair Way Hotel 7 Hospital Street Colombo Rooftop
Black Pepper
1700 ft
Chatham Street No. 62/6
The Re.Pub.Lk
3600 ft
57 Hospital Street Colombo Fort
Heladiv Tea Club
3100 ft
Shop #8 Old Dutch Hospital
Getting around
City Centre
Colombo33 min  ·  1.7 mi
Airports
Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base (DWO)16 min  ·  6.3 mi
Kelaniya (KEZ)18 min  ·  7.3 mi
Train
Slave Island Railway Station21 min  ·  1.1 mi
Maradana Railway Station29 min  ·  1.5 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of US$6 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
74

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Grand Oriental Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 847 verified reviews
6.4/10
Nice
54%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.2/10
Cleanliness
6.3/10
Comfort
6.4/10
Facilities
6.3/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.7/10
Location
8.2/10
Paid Wi-Fi
6.2/10
Staff
7.7/10
Value for money
6.9/10
Guest reviews
based on 660 reviews
3/5
based on 1737 reviews
6.4/10
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