Grand Oriental Hotel

3 stars
2 York Street, Colombo 00100, Sri Lanka
Colombo, Sri Lanka
6.7
Okay
based on 1991 reviews
1,991 reviews
Fri 7/11
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Sat 8/11
1 room, 2 guests
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C$ 38
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
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Nightly total
Standard Room
C$ 38
Double room
C$ 42
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Overview

Situated a short stroll from Fort Railway Station, Grand Oriental Hotel offers guests a convenient base while in Colombo. Those staying at the property can also take advantage of free wireless internet during their stay.

Grand Oriental has recently been refurbished and provides a coffee bar, 24-hour room service and an express check-in and check-out feature. Staff are available 24/7 and can assist with booking tours and tickets.

Grand Oriental Colombo has 75 rooms offering all the essentials to ensure a comfortable stay.

Grand Oriental Hotel's in-house eatery is a convenient option for those wishing to dine in. Guests wanting to relax with a drink can do so in the on-site bar. A selection of dining options can also be found nearby.

Grand Oriental Hotel Colombo is within walking distance of Khan Clock Tower and Colombo World Trade Center. Old Parliament Building and Colombo Rowing Club are each within walking distance.

6.7
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Based on 1,991 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Grand Oriental Hotel

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Sat 8/11
Double room
1 twin bed
C$ 42
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Standard Room
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C$ 38
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2 twin beds
C$ 47
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C$ 47
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Amenities at Grand Oriental Hotel

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Car rental
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24hr front desk

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

General

  • Window
  • Executive lounge access
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Lockers
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Packed lunches
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Dining table

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Pants press
  • Tumble dryer

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Workspace

  • Desk

Things to do

  • Pool table

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Spa

  • Massage

Reviews of Grand Oriental Hotel

6.7
Okay
1991 verified ratings
Wonderful
420
Very good
350
Good
376
Okay
299
Fair
224
Mediocre
120
Poor
202

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's location and its old-world charm, but many were disappointed with the cleanliness and maintenance of the rooms. Issues like damp smells, insects, and general dirtiness were frequently mentioned, overshadowing the positive aspects of the stay.
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Location8.5 out of 10
Service7.5 out of 10
Cleanliness0.5 out of 10
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Location

2 York Street, Colombo 00100

What's nearby

  • Khan Clock Tower0.4 km
  • Colombo World Trade Center0.5 km
  • Jami Ul Alfar Mosque0.7 km
  • Fort Railway Station0.8 km
  • Port of Colombo1.7 km
  • Colombo City Centre2.3 km
  • Embassy of United States2.8 km
  • Sugathadasa Stadium2.8 km
  • R. Premadasa Stadium2.9 km
  • Colombo Town Hall3.2 km
  • Viharamahadevi Park3.2 km
  • National Museum of Colombo3.5 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Grand Oriental Hotel

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January
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C$ 42
C$ 39
Cheapest month to stay with an average 20% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 34% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Grand Oriental Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Grand Oriental Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and April.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Grand Oriental Hotel, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Grand Oriental Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 40, while the most expensive was C$ 40.
  • How long should you stay at Grand Oriental Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Grand Oriental Hotel

  • Where is Grand Oriental Hotel located?

    Grand Oriental Hotel is located at 2 York Street in Fort, 0.7 km from the centre of Colombo. Khan Clock Tower is the closest landmark to Grand Oriental Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Grand Oriental Hotel?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Grand Oriental Hotel.

  • Does Grand Oriental Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Grand Oriental Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Grand Oriental Hotel from the airport?

    Grand Oriental Hotel is 8.1 km from Colombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base. Grand Oriental Hotel is 27.4 km from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Grand Oriental Hotel hotel deals?

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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

7.1
0.7 km
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
27.4 km

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