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The Sun House

Hotel in Galle

The Sun House has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Galle. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.

S
Simon
From
Portugal
Breakfast was amazing, it was very plentiful and the chef made everything himself, including all the little cakes and the bread. Chilli eggs with tomato was exceptional. Fruit platter was always so well presented.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 225 reviews
Price from
US$175
1 night, 2 adults
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Taavetti

Hotel in Galle City, Galle

Set in Galle, 80 metres from Mahamodara Beach, Taavetti offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a shared lounge.

L
Laura
From
Finland
My stay at Taavetti was nothing short of magical! Roshan and the Team made me feel incredibly welcome and taken care of: from the first moment I arrived they made sure I had everything I needed. They organised dinner even though the restaurant wasn’t open (and it was fantastic), got me breakfast at 6am, and even made me a sandwich as I arrived very late. I also got an amazing massage 2 nights in a row despite changing schedules. Hospitality pure. The Hotel is tastefully decorated, a calm oasis with beautiful details and a very comfy bed. I’d give this place an 11/10.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 249 reviews
Price from
US$150
1 night, 2 adults
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The Merchant

Hotel in Old Town, Galle

The Merchant features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Galle.

J
Jo
From
New Zealand
Fantastic location! Loved the setting and food was outstanding. Staff were so welcoming and service was wonderful 😊
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 403 reviews
Price from
US$157.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Tabula Rasa Resort & Spa

Hotel in Galle

Set in Galle, 700 metres from Koggala Beach, Tabula Rasa Resort & Spa offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

L
Laura
From
Germany
We really enjoyed our stay at Tabula Rasa. The hotel is built on a mountain in the jungle and offers an amazing pool with ocean view, very tasty food with reasonable prices and beautifully designed rooms. We loved the “digital butler” app which allowed us to order food, spa or anything else very easily with our phones. Also, the Dutch owners are wonderful and the entire staff was very kind at all times. The hotel is a 20 minutes ride to Galle. You can get a tuk tuk which will be about 15 USD for the roundtrip. In summary, we can only recommend this hidden gem.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 201 reviews
Price from
US$100.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Ceylon Olive Galle

Hotel in Galle

Ceylon Olive is a colonial-style villa located 2.8 km from Galle Fort and 4 km from Unawatuna Beach. It offers open air bath, free parking and WiFi.

D
DMITRII
From
Russia
I had an amazing stay at this hotel. The design was beautiful with a great attention to detail. The hotel grounds were well-maintained and inviting, with a nice clean swimming pool. But what really stood out to me was the staff. They were all so caring and considerate, going above and beyond to make sure that my stay was comfortable and enjoyable. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
Price from
US$112
1 night, 2 adults
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Prince of Galle (inside the Fort)

Hotel in Old Town, Galle

200 metres from Dutch Church Galle, Prince of Galle is situated within the fortress walls of Galle Fort and features free WiFi, express check-in and check-out and concierge services.

A
Athena
From
Thailand
We were greeted with plush, icy hand towels to wipe away the heat and grime of our travel. After a very relaxed check-in, we were given complimentary iced teas (fabulous!) and invited to attend the nightly flag lowering ceremony on the roof - which we did. This hotel is in a brilliant location - within walking distance to everything, and right in the heart of the old fort. The ambience is both eclectic and an homage to old Sri Lanka, with many old photos and artefacts skillfully arranged to create an inviting environment. The breakfast, which is a point of pride, is fabulous - beautiful, fresh food, carefully presented in a lovely dining room. They even catered for my dietary restrictions, replacing the french toast with a fluffy omelette. The staff are amazing - professional, friendly, generous and kind. Nothing was too much trouble and we were treated with the greatest of hospitality. We are so glad that we chose Prince of Galle as our final stay in Sri Lanka - it was a delightful end to a wonderful holiday.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 307 reviews
Price from
US$178.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Taru Villas Rampart Street - Galle Fort

Hotel in Old Town, Galle

Located in Galle, 200 metres from Dutch Church Galle, Taru Villas - Rampart Street has an outdoor swimming pool and rooms with free WiFi access.

A
Alasdair
From
United Kingdom
Excellent facilities, lovely small pool with only two poolside rooms. If you are lucky enough to be able to book them, do. A few other cheaper room options available if not. Food was delicious and more than plentiful, really good and only slightly more expensive than some in town but far better value.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 173 reviews
Price from
US$376.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Galle Fort Hotel

Hotel in Old Town, Galle

The Galle Fort Hotel began life as an 18th Century Dutch villa and along the way has taken many guises from RAF barracks, post office, bakery, lapidary and in the recent past a pitch for the Fort’s...

A
Aude
From
France
The location, the design, the atmosphere, the staff, the food and the bar! Oh and the swimming pool:-)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 300 reviews
Price from
US$210.60
1 night, 2 adults
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The Fort Printers

Hotel in Old Town, Galle

Featuring free WiFi and an outdoor swimming pool, The Fort Printers offers accommodation in Galle. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. You will find a kettle in the room.

L
Louis
From
United Arab Emirates
Kindness and service from the staff was amazing !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 287 reviews
Price from
US$181
1 night, 2 adults
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Villa Amma Erna - Galle

Hotel in Galle

Villa Amma Erna welcomes its guests with an outdoor pool and free internet access. It features contemporary interiors and stylish fan-cooled guestrooms.

a
antonio della bella
From
Italy
The position, the design of interiors, the great food.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
Price from
US$77
1 night, 2 adults
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All five-star hotels in Galle

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When the accommodation is just as important as the destination, a five-star stay should give that extra ‘wow’ factor as you enter the lobby. As well as offering the kind of service to make you feel like royalty, you’ll usually find highly rated on-site spas, gourmet restaurants and top-of-the-line beds you won’t want to get out of.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 661 reviews

    Set in Galle, 300 metres from Galle International Cricket Stadium, Le Grand Galle has a number of amenities including an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, a garden and free WiFi.

    From US$393.29 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

    Attractively set in the centre of Galle, Nyne Hotels Landesi - Galle Fort features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$341.88 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 76 reviews

    Nestled in the heart of the historic and UNESCO-listed Dutch Fort, our 17th-century bungalow is a portal to a bygone era, yet brimming with modern comforts.

    From US$154 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 600 reviews

    Well set in Galle, The Heritage Hotel Galle Fort provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and an ATM.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and terrace, Thambili House Galle Fort by Edwards Collection is located in Galle in the Galle District Region, 300 metres from Dutch Church Galle.

    From US$596.90 per night

  • Featuring 5-star accommodation, Ravo Residence is situated in Galle, 2.2 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium and 2.7 km from Dutch Church Galle.

    From US$193.60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews

    Tamarind Hill Galle is a beautifully restored property located on the outskirts of the historic city of Galle. The luxurious 5-star hotel has an outdoor pool, free parking and free Wi-Fi.

    From US$105.55 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews

    Boasting beautiful views of the Indian Ocean, the hilltop Jetwing Lighthouse, A Luxury Reserve is 2 km from Galle’s centre.

    From US$254.12 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Galle and nearby

  • Yara Galle Fort

    Galle
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 557 reviews

    In a prime location in the centre of Galle, Yara Galle Fort offers free WiFi throughout the property and a garden. This 5-star hotel offers luggage storage space.

    From US$219.90 per night

  • 42 Lighthouse Street

    Galle
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews

    Situated in the Old Town district in Galle, 42 Lighthouse Street offers 5-star rooms with free WiFi.

    From US$202.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

    Boasting a garden, Seven Pillars No 39 Galle Fort is a recently renovated bed and breakfast situated in a historic building in the centre of Galle, close to Galle Fort Beach.

    From US$150 per night

  • Fort Bazaar

    Galle
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

    Once a Merchant home from the 16th century, Fort Bazaar is a boutique hotel located in the heart of the Galle Fort.

    From US$307.57 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews

    Located in Galle, a few steps from Walawwatta Beach, Oceanfront Galle by ICC provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

    From US$173.80 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    Jetwing Kurulubedda boasts luxurious villas with private plunge pools, lounge platforms and butler service. Featuring Ayurvedic treatments, it has free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and organic garden.

    From US$148.23 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews

    Villa Rumassala Luxury Chalets Unawatuna features a fitness centre, a garden and a sun terrace with swimming pool and continental breakfast in Unawatuna.

    From US$105.45 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews

    Set in Unawatuna, 1.8 km from Jungle Beach, Villa 73 Unawatuna offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From US$75 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 558 reviews

    Located in the historic fort city of Galle on the southern coast of Sri Lanka, Radisson Blu Resort, Galle is a luxury beachfront resort. Your ultimate beach holiday starts here.

    From US$162.51 per night

  • The Postcard Galle

    Galle
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

    Attractively set in Galle, The Postcard Galle features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

    From US$572.55 per night

  • Halcyon Galle

    Galle
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

    Situated in Galle, 6.9 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, Halcyon Galle features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

    From US$90.75 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 85 reviews

    Offering a year-round outdoor salt water infinity pool and barbecue, Wirdana Resort & Spa is situated in Galle in the Galle District Region, 7 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium.

    From US$166.32 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

    Situated in Galle, 7.9 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, Heavensa Luxury Villas and Suites by The Clarks features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden...

    From US$242 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews

    Situated in Galle, a few steps from Mihiripenna Beach, Radisson Collection Resort Galle features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

    From US$147.79 per night

  • Niyagama House

    Galle
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews

    Niyagama House is a peaceful retreat located on the highest point of an active tea plantation.

    From US$168 per night

  • JH Villa

    Galle
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Located in Galle, 500 metres from Talpe Beach, JH Villa provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    From US$312.21 per night

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  • Taru Villas Rampart Street - Galle Fort

    Five-Star Hotel in Galle
    Avg. price/night: US$611.39
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 173 reviews
    The location was superb, we could walk across to the Neptune Bastion, and also to the streets filled with cafe's restaurants, and small boutiques. The staff and the chef were superb and quick to respond to our expectations. Both dinner and breakfast were delightful especially the Sri Lankan cuisine, which the chef explained in great detail. It was like staying in our own home, and a luxury to come home to, after a hot day out in the sun.
    Guest review by
    Elsie Nanji
    Family with young children

  • Taavetti

    Five-Star Hotel in Galle
    Avg. price/night: US$242
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 249 reviews
    We loved this hotel, beautiful decorated, service from both the hotel manager and beach bar manager was 5 stars! it felt like we were home away from home.
    Guest review by
    Catherine
    People with friends

  • Tamarind Hill Galle

    Five-Star Hotel in Galle
    Avg. price/night: US$105.55
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews
    Everything is great , its 5 star hotel with 5 stars serivces Room is very big , you may feel that you are in old dutch palace . Food was great and they serve as if you are a king Highly recommended
    Guest review by
    islam
    Young couple