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Grand Oriental Hotel

2 York StSee map

S$ 40.31per night

This is the cheapest price in 30 days, based on the rates on 17 Nov

Top reasons for booking
Good location
Prime central location in the capital near Fort Station, local shops, and popular restaurants. Walking distance to sightseeing attractions, pubs, and convenient tuk-tuk access available.
Friendly staff
According to user reviews, most guests think the hotel service is great
Dining
According to user reviews, most guests think the food is delicious
Popular facilities
Bar
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Free WiFi
Spa
24-hour front desk
3.5/5Good 85 reviews
Reviews summary
Prime central location near Fort Station, grand historic colonial charm, enormous affordable rooms with comfortable beds, helpful staff, and a delightful top-floor dining room with harbor views.
Exploring the area
Colombo Fort Station, 800m, About 12 mins from hotel by foot
Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base, 8.2km, About 15 mins from hotel by car
Sambodhi Chaitiya, 400m, About 6 mins from hotel by foot
Standard Double or Twin Room
Bed type arranged at check-in

29.0 m²

Harbor view

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Budget Twin Room
2 beds

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Reviews

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3.5/5.0

Good

85 reviews
Location
0.0
Services offered
3.7
Cleanliness
2.8
Atmosphere & facilities
3.3
Reviews summary
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Overall impression
Prime central location near Fort Station, grand historic colonial charm, enormous affordable rooms with comfortable beds, helpful staff, and a delightful top-floor dining room with harbor views.
Location
Prime central location in the capital near Fort Station, local shops, and popular restaurants. Walking distance to sightseeing attractions, pubs, and convenient tuk-tuk access available.
Services offered
Attentive and exceptionally helpful staff, including a dedicated reception manager. Friendly service with quick responses and multilingual assistance provided.
Cleanliness
Rooms consistently maintained as clean and adequate despite the building's historical age. Pleasant level of cleanliness noted throughout stays.
Atmosphere & facilities
Grand historic lobby and unique colonial atmosphere. Enormous rooms featuring well-functioning air conditioning. Top-floor dining room open all day with scenic harbor views.
All
4.5+
3.0+
Clean rooms
Good location
Friendly staff
Large space
Dining
Thidaveerasingham
Reviewed: 23 Jul 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic
Value for money, prime location in the heart of capital.
Mark
Reviewed: 16 Apr 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Solo stay

Walking in was like stepping back to Coronation year, E2R I mean! This grand old lady looks exactly as she would have when our late Queen took possession of the Dominion. It's a beautiful time warp and so inexpensive. Huge rooms, clean, comfortable. The bathrooms are great. A lovely breakfast in the delightful top floor dining room bar looking over the port is not fancy but just what is required. The aircon works well but the water pressure in the shower a bit of a let down but hey, we cope! Ceiling fans would be nice. The public areas are just worth exploring, and it takes up a whole block! Wander the colonnades and discover old Colombo.
Sirimevan
Reviewed: 21 Mar 2026

4.0/5.0

Great

Solo stay

Air Conditioning supper cool, excellent. Staff very good & nice, room needs bit conditioning. Nearby shops are great.
E
Reviewed: 16 Mar 2026

3.0/5.0

Good

Stayed with partner

Good location with plenty of attentive staff. Hotel is tired, run down and needs immediate refurbishment in all areas.
Godson Nimaldev
Reviewed: 24 Feb 2026

2.0/5.0

Below average
Maintenance very bad
Jill
Reviewed: 18 Jan 2026

3.0/5.0

Good
The staff was really lovely, the breakfast was good, and the lobby looks great, but that’s where the compliments end. I wasn’t expecting a luxury hotel, and I understand a full renovation would costs millions, but my room was a mess. The furniture was ripped and scuffed, the tv was broken, only two outlets worked so I had to unplug and replug stuff all the time, the teapot was dirty and missing a lid, the toilet paper holder fell off the wall…. I could go on, but instead I’ll just suggest any future guests manage their expectations.
Hilary
Reviewed: 12 Dec 2025

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Solo stay · For leisure

The hotel is well-located, the rooms enormous with very old furniture! A little rundown in places but that’s why the price is low, and I hope no-one “improves” it any time soon! Do not use the tuk-tuk drivers outside the hotel, or believe anyone who tells you “today is a special day”These people are nothing to do with the hotel. Solo women travellers especially beware
Verified traveler
Reviewed: 31 Jul 2025

3.0/5.0

Good

Solo stay

It was not an amazing experience to say that I might not stay in that hotel in my December visit most probably for two reasons: 1) Room service is not listening to requests- I asked guys to provide with just few milk sachets and I did the request to reception too. They just said ok but did not execute. 2) The bath tub is bit slippery and water was not flowing out smoothly. I told about this to room service but nobody attended for that too.
Claude
Reviewed: 28 Jun 2025

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Solo stay · For leisure

I truly enjoyed my stay here. I loved the historical significance of this hotel. I rated it exceptionally well because one must understand that the hotel is over 175 years old. Sri Lanka has to recognize the importance of preserving this historical part of town. So much potential in these golden age buildings
Usha
Reviewed: 23 Apr 2025

4.0/5.0

Great

Solo stay

It’s well worth for the money

Overview

Grand Oriental Hotel

Renovation:2021-01-01
Rooms:80
Star rating:

With a stay at Grand Oriental Hotel in Colombo (Fort), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Colombo City Centre and Pettah Market. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Khan Clock Tower and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Talangama Wetland.

Description

With a stay at Grand Oriental Hotel in Colombo (Fort), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Colombo City Centre and Pettah Market. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Khan Clock Tower and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Talangama Wetland.

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Exploring the area

Transport

Colombo Fort Station

Train stations
800m

Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base

Airports
8.2km

Attractions

Sambodhi Chaitiya

400m

Khan Clock Tower

500m

Colombo Lighthouse

500m

Bank of Ceylon Tower

700m

The Kingsbury Colombo

700m

Colombo Harbor

700m

Pettahmarket.lk

800m

Dutch Period Museum

800m
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Facilities & services

Popular facilities
Bar
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Free WiFi
Spa
24-hour front desk
General
Free parking
Designated smoking area
Elevator
Accessibility
Lockers
Safety & security
Safety deposit box
Cleaning services
Laundry service
Reception services
Luggage storage
Concierge
ATM/Bank
Tourist info desk
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Food & drink
Breakfast service (additional charge)
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Property policies

Check-in/out Time

Earliest check-in time:After 14:00 - Before 00:00

Latest check-out time:Before 12:00

Check-in policy

The guest responsible for check-in must be aged 18 or above

Special check-in instructions

If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the 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.

Check-in descriptions

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

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting

Note: Check-in policies vary by property. Please check carefully before booking

Child Policy

Children at all ages are welcome to stay at this property

Other fees

Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 6 for adults and USD 3 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Food & drinks

Grab a bite to eat at one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 2 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

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