Galle Fort Hotel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.4
Rated wonderful

Property highlights

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About this property

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 young cricketers. This 11-suite boutique hotel has since gained an impeccable reputation for the highest levels of service, along with many accolades from the ‘Asia Pacific Heritage Award of Destination’ by UNESCO to being awarded ‘Leading Boutique Hotel in Sri Lanka’ by the World Travel Awards for three consecutive years. If you are looking to make your base in a space that captures the pure spirit and historical richness of its surroundings, then look no further than the Galle Fort Hotel. Our property offers spacious rooms, modern amenities, airport pick-up & drop, room service, and family-friendly accommodations. Complimentary WIFI is provided throughout your stay, and you can also enjoy our swimming pool, one of the few within the Fort, while you try our exquisite cocktails at our bar, Ropewalk, Sri Lanka's first arrack specialized bar.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

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Availability

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

J
Colombia Colombia
“From the moment we arrived, the reception team greeted us with genuine warmth and professionalism, making us feel instantly at home. The Library Room was an absolute delight—elegantly furnished with plush seating, rich wood accents, and a curated...”
Harini
Australia Australia
“Perfect stay! The Grand Apartment Suite was exceptionally comfortable and the staff were very patient and quick to accomodate to our requests. The cocktails were amazing and we loved having drinks on the hotel verandah in the evening, very...”
Kruse
Qatar Qatar
“We had the best experience! Hotel staff went above and beyond to make us comfortable. The bar was a highlight for us and they made special drinks to appease my husband’s curiosity about the Arrack. Definitely a highlight of our entire trip!”
Alexandria
United States United States
“The property was absolutely beautiful and by far my favorite place I stayed in Sri Lanka. The staff were so helpful and professional, and the room was spotless and comfortable. I wish I could have stayed longer.”
Stephen
United States United States
“perfection . staff was superb music was awesome Christmas choir was incredible”
Levent
Turkey Turkey
“Great location, very beautifully done and renovated. Very unique room with 10mt high ceilings. Attentive staff, serene and peaceful ambiance and great value for money. What else would you ask ?”
Dumindu
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“Excellent location, the bar was amazing and overall service was on point.”
Kanwar
India India
“Location- location- location. Good staff / spacious rooms - great artefacts Great bar and arrack cocktails”
Victor
United States United States
“The property is beautiful and well maintained. We loved the customer service, everyone was very friendly and helpful.”
Lorraine
Australia Australia
“Absolutely beautiful colonial building in the centre of the Fort with beautiful interior decoration. Stunning and large rooms which are very luxurious, modern, new and clean. Bed very comfortable. We had the two level loft room which we loved....”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Galle Fort Hotel Restaurant
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Galle Fort Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that separate drivers accommodations is not available.

Please present the same credit card that you are providing here as a guarantee for your booking, at the point of check-in at the hotel. This is mandatory as you are required to present the same card to the hotel when you arrive.

Please note that children below 6 years are not permitted. Children under 16 years are not permitted in the Grand Apartment.