Galle Fort Hotel

Hotels
9.4 (320 reviews)
28, Church Street, Galle Fort, Galle, Sri Lanka , Galle , lk

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Nice pool
Cons:
Noise from rooms above
Limited breakfast choices
Mouldy shower conditions

Categories

Cleanliness
8.64
There were comments about mouldy shower conditions.
Service
10
Overall, the staff were described as very friendly and attentive.
Location
10
Many reviews highlighted the excellent and central location.
Room Quality
8.64
Rooms received mixed reviews, with some concerns about decor and noise.
Amenities
9.14
Amenities like the pool are appreciated, but some areas need attention.
Value for Money
9.64
Described as offering good value for the quality provided.
Food and Beverage
9.14
Food quality was praised but breakfast options were limited.
Overall Experience
10
Overall experiences were mostly positive with some minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 13:10

Property Description

Historic Charm at Galle Fort Hotel

Luxurious Amenities: Indulge in comfort with private bathrooms, cozy seating areas, and complimentary bath robes and toiletries in select rooms.

Leisure Facilities: Relax by the outdoor pool, unwind on the terrace, or savor a delicious meal at the on-site restaurant.

Convenient Services: Take advantage of free WiFi, dry cleaning services, and the option for bike or car hire to explore the nearby attractions effortlessly.

Experience the historic charm and modern comforts at Galle Fort Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: CMB

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 4 years old to 11 years old stay for US$50 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 320 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.64
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.64
Amenities: 9.14
Value for Money: 9.64
Food and Beverage: 9.14
Overall Experience: 10
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zelei • family_with_children • cn
10
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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mary • couple • ie
9
Highly enjoyable stay in historic property with excellent staff and food
Pros:

Great location in historic property

Cons:

A little expensive

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Gerhard • couple • at
10
Pros:

Mitten im Zentrum, Zimmer sehr schön und sauber, Frühstück vorzüglich!

Cons:

Mir hat alles gefallen

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Vera • couple • fr
9
2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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JING-IU • couple • tw
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Saman • couple • nl
8
Fantastic place, a must stay when in Galle
Pros:

Beautiful location, great service and a great cocktail bar. Basically everything you need in a luxury hotel.

Cons:

One small thing is that the hot water wasn’t working properly. We kept getting 2 minutes of warm water and the it became colder. But not so cold that you couldn’t shower anymore. The hotel staff really tried to fix it but it was a bit more difficult to fix so quickly.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Paul Simon • couple • gb
9
Pros:

A 300-year-old Dutch mansion that has been beautifully renovated into a charming boutique hotel. The food was fantastic, and the service was truly first-class. In particular, Rayan was incredibly friendly and always on hand whenever anything was needed. The location inside the old fort is perfect, and the rooms are beautifully furnished, spacious, and very comfortable.

One of the highlights is Ropewalk, one of the best cocktail bars in Sri Lanka, serving the most spectacular and unique cocktails we’ve ever had. We will undoubtedly be staying here again on our next visit to Sri Lanka. Absolutely first class!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Brian • family_with_children • us
8
Great hotel and location
Pros:

Beautiful property.

Cons:

Bathroom facilities needed a bit of update. Loud at night with fireworks nearby.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Alex • couple • gb
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
B
Bertrand • couple • fr
10
Un très bon choix
Pros:

Hôtel beaucoup de charme bien situé au cœur de la ville

2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
O
owen • couple • gb
8
2026-01-16 • via Nuitee
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Adam • couple • gb
8
Beautiful, relaxing hotel in the middle of Galle Fort.
Pros:

Great location - beautiful building, great interiors and pool. Very large room. An oasis in the middle of Galle Fort.

Cons:

The room is a little noisy (loft suite), we could hear next door going up and down their stairs as it’s a very very old building so a little creaky - but it does add to the charm. Hotel might want to think about adding a few more softer furnishings or a wall covering to help dampen some of the sound.

2026-01-12 • via Nuitee
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Brian • couple • gb
10
Cons:

Music in the night

2026-01-12 • via Nuitee
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Katie • couple • gb
9
Our stay was brilliant. We stayed here as part of our honeymoon and it was amazing. It’s the perfect location for explor
Pros:

Beautiful spacious room. Colonial features and the gorgeous historic setting. Loved every second of our stay

Cons:

Limited hot water so couldn’t really enjoy the bath. Understand it was because the building structure is protected .

2026-01-10 • via Nuitee
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Massimo • family_with_children • it
8
2026-01-04 • via Nuitee
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Phoebe • couple • gb
9
Wonderful start to Sri Lanka
Pros:

Stunning pool & courtyard, beautiful old building

Cons:

Check in process coming off a long flight was quite chaotic

2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Marcus • extended_group • de
9
2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • family_with_children • ie
10
Best Hotel on out trip to Sri Lanka.
Pros:

I booked this hotel for 2 nights we had the best sleeps and the best food.

Cons:

Nothing at all.

2025-12-30 • via Nuitee
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Kevin Guowei • couple • cn
10
非常好
Pros:

员工很好

2025-12-20 • via Nuitee
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Andrew & Megan • couple • au
10
Perfect place to stay in Galle
Pros:

Such a lovely historic building. Rooms exceptional as was the dining and eating areas. Location perfect. Loved staying there

2025-12-17 • via Nuitee