42 Lighthouse Street

Hotels
9.5 (104 reviews)
42 Lighthouse Street Galle Fort , Galle , lk

Children allowed

Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Terrace
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Car hire
Packed lunches
Shared lounge/TV area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Lovely ambiance
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Not all amenities available at the hotel

Categories

Cleanliness
8.44
Issues mentioned with maintenance and cleanliness of the colonial house.
Service
9.99
Staff described as lovely and helpful throughout the reviews.
Location
10
Fantastic location mentioned multiple times and praised.
Room Quality
9.9
Rooms noted as spacious, quirky, and beautifully restored.
Amenities
9.43
Guests appreciated access to sister hotel amenities.
Value for Money
8.89
Mixed feelings as some perceived it not to meet 5-star expectations.
Food and Beverage
9.44
Breakfast positively mentioned, but some limitations noted.
Overall Experience
9.93
Overall experience seen as positive despite some drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 16:29

Property Description

Luxurious 5-Star Accommodation
Located in the heart of Galle's Old Town district, 42 Lighthouse Street offers a luxurious 5-star experience for guests seeking comfort and convenience. The property features beautifully designed rooms with complimentary WiFi, ensuring a seamless stay for all visitors.

Exquisite Dining Options
Indulge in a culinary journey at the hotel's restaurant, where a delightful mix of local and international cuisine awaits. Guests can start their day with a continental or English breakfast, or opt for a personalized à la carte experience. The perfect way to satisfy your taste buds during your stay.

Convenient Amenities and Services
From a shared lounge to a 24-hour front desk, 42 Lighthouse Street goes above and beyond to cater to every guest's needs. The rooms are equipped with modern amenities such as air conditioning and a safety deposit box, ensuring a comfortable and secure environment throughout your stay.

Experience luxury and comfort at 42 Lighthouse Street - book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Internet

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

  • 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 available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for US$40 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 4 years old to 11 years old stay for US$100 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for US$150 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.5
Based on 104 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.44
Service: 9.99
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.9
Amenities: 9.43
Value for Money: 8.89
Food and Beverage: 9.44
Overall Experience: 9.93
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Sarah couple gb
10
42 Lighthouse Street, perfect.
Pros:

What's not to like about 42 Lighthouse Street. We were so well looked after by Prasad, he's an absolute credit to the company. A beautiful property, in the heart of the Fort, yet lovely and quiet. Managed by the same company as Fort Bazaar, we were able to take breakfast there each day and use their beautiful pool. If you want the facilities of a lovely hotel, and the exclusivity of a small property, choose 42 Lighthouse Street.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Matthew couple gb
9
Pros:

Fantastic villa in the perfect location for exploring Galle Fort. Excellent service with the major benefit of being able to use facilities at Fort Bazaar hotel.

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Federico couple it
10
2026-01-31 via Nuitee
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Matthew family_with_children au
10
2026-01-21 via Nuitee
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Robert couple au
10
2026-01-16 via Nuitee
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Saud couple kw
10
Villa with history taste
Pros:

Everything was absolutely perfect. Thank you Mr. Thushara (I hope I spilled it correctly) you made our stay so comfortable and pleasant. Best location in town. Breakfast was excellent.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-16 via Nuitee
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Lorraine couple sg
9
Luxe accommodation with old world charm.
Pros:

Breakfast was wonderful and tasty.

Cons:

Small niggle - it would have been good to have a power point in the bathroom for the hair dryer.

2026-01-15 via Nuitee
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Toanet couple de
10
Pros:

The place is a little gem in Galle! If you want to escape the crowds but still be in the city centre this is the place! The breakfast at Fort Bazar was truly exceptional. The only thing we regret is not staying longer. We are coming back for sure!

2026-01-11 via Nuitee
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Kristian family_with_children se
10
Fantastiskt ställe!
Pros:

Perfekt på alla sätt. Att man hade tillgång till hotellet Fort Bazar och dess pool var väldigt trevligt

2026-01-10 via Nuitee
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Michael family
10
Pros:

The house was beautiful. Prasad, our concierge, was super helpful. All staff at their sister hotel were friendly too. We had full use of their restaurant and facilities.

2026-01-04 via Nuitee
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Anna couple ch
8
2026-01-01 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
9
Fantastic location and a delightful villa
Pros:

Fantastic location, lovely ambiance. The villa has lovely reception rooms, if you're needing somewhere nice and relaxing to sit. Beautifully restored and decorated. The rooms are quirky but spacious with very good bathrooms. The fact that you can use the facilities at the Fort Bazaar hotel just round the corner is a huge plus - it lifts the offering from a nice guesthouse to more like a wonderful boutique hotel.
Communications were very good at booking and with the many questions I asked ( UK-style plugs, hairdryer in room.

Cons:

As is so often the case, and a pet annoyance to me, only one chair in a room for 2 people!

2025-12-28 via Nuitee
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Amy couple gb
10
A truly beautiful and historical hotel. Brilliant facilities and lovely rooms! Breakfast was fab!
Pros:

The most amazing interior design of a hotel - we were told it was the home of a Dutch Merchant and his wife. The rooms and main foyer are so lovely and the staff were absolutely brilliant. Use of the sister hotel facilities (Fort Bazaar) was incredible - the pool is beyond gorgeous!

2025-12-12 via Nuitee
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SILVIA extended_group es
4
NO ES UN 5*, NO ES COMO ESPERABA
Pros:

Bien ubicado, en la zona mas bonita de Galle.
El personal es encantador, ninguna queja por este motivo.

Cons:

Considero que no tiene la categoría de 5*, y que la web es muy engañosa, por estos motivos:
1/ Es una casa colonial, que necesita mantenimiento urgente (paredes deterioradas, y evidente falta de limpieza).
2/ No hay recepción 24h. El personal (encantador) termina a las 20,00h y te dan la llave de la puerta, para que abras tu.
3/ No hay cocina. El desayuno (y la piscina) están en otro Hotel, del mismo grupo, en una calle paralela.
En este alojamiento, ofrecen un desayuno sencillo, sin platos cocinados, nada que ver con el del otro Hotel.
4/ No hay TV en todas las habitaciones
5/ La WIFI funciona fatal, no llegaba ni a las habitaciones de abajo (ocupada por nuestros amigos)
Resumiendo, ni por servicios, limpieza, ni expectativas cumplidas, es un alojamiento de 5*.

2025-12-09 via Nuitee
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Valentino family_with_children ae
8
Pros:

The location is amazing, at the centre of the galle fort.

2025-12-07 via Nuitee
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Richard couple ch
10
2025-12-06 via Nuitee
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Olaf family_with_children de
9
Pros:

Charming Hotel in an authentic environement, very tastefully decorated, comfortable spotless rooms and amazing staff! Highly recommend!

2025-12-06 via Nuitee
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Richard couple ch
10
2025-12-06 via Nuitee
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Oliver family_with_children de
10
2025-12-05 via Nuitee
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Peng Eng Peter
10
Pros:

A great experience to stay in a house rather than a hotel. I loved having breakfast in the house rather than walking over to Fort Bazaar. Thank you Prasad for taking such great care of us.

2025-12-03 via Nuitee