Maintaining its old colonial style, this hotel was built in 1865 and renovated in 2002. It comprises 85 rooms and 5 suites spread over 2 floors. Guests may make use of the foyer with 24-hour reception desk, 2 lifts, safe and a currency exchange facility. There are also 2 bars, a pub, a hairdresser's salon, a games room and 2 air-conditioned restaurants available to use. The hotel also offers 2 public Internet terminals with wireless connection (WLAN) and 2 conference rooms and those arriving at the hotel by car may take advantage of the hotel car parking facilities. Laundry, room and medical services round off the facilities on offer.

This hotel is situated in Colombo, directly on the Indian Ocean over which it offers fabulous views. Restaurants, shops, nightclubs and bars are to be found 2 km away and links to the public transport network lie within walking distance. The train station is roughly 1 km from the hotel.

Guests are offered buffets for breakfast, lunch and evening meals and lunch may also be chosen from a menu. Guests may book either half-board or full board.