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Be sure to visit Shang Palace, an open dim sum kitchen where you can witness artistry by master chefs.
Rooms and suites feature contemporary décor in a muted palette of beige and gray with Sri Lankan accents. Most accommodations have balconies and offer views of the Indian Ocean, Beira Lake, or the city. Select suites offer separate dining areas and large furnished terraces with panoramic ocean views.
Shang Palace features regional Chinese cuisine, specializing in tableside tea ceremonies. Table One serves local dishes inspired by Colombo’s vibrant markets and offers views of the Indian Ocean. Chic Capital Bar & Grill offers steak and seafood prepared in a show kitchen. Sip a cocktail with ocean views at Kaema Sutra.
Swim in the outdoor pool overlooking the Indian Ocean. Relax in the fitness center’s whirlpool, steam room, and sauna. CHI, the Spa at Shangri-La offers seven treatment rooms and therapies such as the Ayurveda–inspired Abhyanga Massage and the Ceylon Tea & Spice Scrub.
Explore the shops of the charming Dutch Hospital neighborhood. Visit Gangaramaya Temple known for its unusual blend of architectural styles, including Sri Lankan, Thai, Indian, and Chinese. Stroll Galle Face Green’s seafront promenade.
1 Galle Face, Colombo 2. Colombo, 00200 Sri Lanka
Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport.
Fine Hotels + Resorts
Valid only for new Fine Hotels + Resorts bookings made through Platinum Travel Service, Centurion Travel Service, any American Express Travel office or American Express Travel Online. Payment must be made in full with an American Express Card in the Platinum Card Member's or Centurion® Member’s name. Available for Platinum Charge Card Members and Centurion® Members only, and excludes Platinum Credit Card Members who are not also Platinum Charge Card Members. Card Member must travel on itinerary booked to be eligible for benefits described. Noon check-in and room upgrade are based on availability and are provided at check-in. Breakfast amenity varies by property, but will be, at a minimum, a continental breakfast. Complimentary In-Room Wi-Fi is provided. In the case where a Property includes cost of Wi-Fi in a mandatory resort fee, the Card Member will receive a daily credit from the Property in the standard amount that the Property charges for Wi-Fi. The credit will be issued on the Card Member's final statement upon check-out. Benefit restrictions vary by Fine Hotels + Resorts property and cannot be redeemed for cash, and may not be combined with other offers unless indicated. Advance reservations are recommended for services such as spa, dining or golf in order to take advantage of the Fine Hotels + Resorts special amenity during your stay. Benefits and additional Fine Hotels + Resorts promotions are only applied at checkout and expire at checkout. Limit one benefit package per room, per stay. Three room limit per Card Member, per stay; back-to-back stays within a 24-hour period at the same property considered one stay. Participating Fine Hotels + Resorts properties and benefits are subject to change.
The Hotel Collection
Valid only for new The Hotel Collection bookings with participating providers of two or more consecutive nights made through Platinum Travel Service, Business Platinum Travel Service or Centurion Travel Service, American Express Travel office or American Express Travel Online.
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*The Cardmember will receive the credit as a deduction from the final hotel bill when checking out of the hotel; they will receive $1 for each eligible dollar spent up to $100 USD. Eligible charges exclude charges for taxes, gratuities, fees and cost of room. Additional exclusions based on specific hotel restrictions may also apply (including without limitation purchases within the hotel that are unaffiliated and/or owned by third parties) - see hotel front desk for details. Credit must be used in conjunction with initial stay and cannot be carried over to another stay, is not redeemable for cash and expires at check-out. Credit is non-exchangeable and non-refundable and is applied in USD or equivalent in local currency based on exchange rate on day of arrival. May not be combined with other offers or programs unless indicated. **A one category room upgrade is based on availability and eligibility at check-in to the hotel. Limit one credit per room, per stay. Three-room limit per Eligible Cardmember per stay; back-to-back stays within a 24-hour period at the same property considered one stay. Hotel nightly rates vary by property, dates, room category and occupancy. Participating providers and benefits subject to change.
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