Tamarind Hill Galle

Hotels
8.7 (76 reviews)
No.288 , Dadella , Galle , lk

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Soundproof rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent service
Great breakfast
Cons:
Insects in room
No 24-hour reception

Categories

Cleanliness
8.19
Issues mentioned regarding insects in the room.
Service
9.16
Excellent service was noted, exceeding expectations.
Location
9.2
Well-located for exploring Galle while being peaceful.
Room Quality
8.65
Rooms were described as spacious and comfortable.
Amenities
8.18
Mixed reviews; lack of 24-hour reception noted.
Value for Money
8.14
Value is perceived as average given the issues with amenities.
Food and Beverage
9.19
Great breakfast and high-quality dining experience noted.
Overall Experience
8.86
Overall a nice experience with some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 13:13

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in spacious guestrooms featuring elegant wooden furniture and modern amenities, providing the perfect blend of comfort and style.

Relaxing Outdoor Amenities
Unwind by the outdoor pool or take in the lush greenery while lounging in the comfortable poolside chairs, offering a serene and peaceful escape.

Culinary Delights
Treat your taste buds to a culinary journey at the on-site restaurant serving delectable international dishes, or make use of the barbecue facilities for a delightful outdoor dining experience.

Plan your getaway to Tamarind Hill Galle and experience luxury and serenity amidst historical charm.

Important information:

As imposed by the government of Sri Lanka, along with this hotel booking, there are other requirements that need to be met in order for you to obtain the Visa to enter the country.

The property will assist you with all this information.

The details will be sent to you via a message post-reservation.

Disclaimer: Please note, classification of level-1 properties and the above information can change based on government regulation changes. Therefore, please ensure to refer to SLTDA protocols prior to making a reservation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 76 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.19
Service: 9.16
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.65
Amenities: 8.18
Value for Money: 8.14
Food and Beverage: 9.19
Overall Experience: 8.86
J
Jason couple gb
9
Lovely stay, friendly staff great pool.
Pros:

Lovely big pool and as limited number of guests feels like you have it to yourself.

Cons:

Needs a little bit of maintenance to get it looking back to its old self.

2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Swati extended_group in
4
2026-03-08 via Nuitee
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Kamei solo_traveller jp
3
Pros:

調度品は良かった、お庭の手入は行き届いていた。

Cons:

スタッフは何も説明しない。カードで支払いだけさせられただけ。披露宴パーティー用の施設に過ぎない。

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Howard family_with_children gb
7
Amazing house in tranquil setting needs tweaks
Pros:

The first impression as we went through the gates to the house was .... wow. The colonial feel of the place has been retained well. We were upgraded for free which was a lovely touch. Our room (suite!) was large with a huge bathroom and 2 balconies to sit on. Staff were friendly and courteous.

Cons:

Not sure whether this can truly be classed as 5 star. Maybe in the past but there were too many elements which sadly let it down.

Breakfast buffet options weren't warm, maybe with fewer guests, hot food could have been provided to order?

There were plenty of staff, but finding one to get a pool towel off took time.

We'd chosen this hotel as it was a little away from Galle, and therefore peaceful, but with so few guests there was no atmosphere.

All minor gripes but they did detract from our overall experience and saw us leave a day early which we didn't get a refund for as we'd booked with a commitment to pay.

2026-03-06 via Nuitee
K
Kathleen couple au
8
Pros:

Beautiful colonial building with verandahs and central grassed courtyard. Big pool on lower terrace. Staff kindly provided lunch to our driver. Breakfast was advance order of 'western' or 'Sri Lankan'. The Sri Lankan breakfast was fabulous assortment and delicious. Large elegant room.

Cons:

Slight musty smell in the room and some mould on wall. Needs attention. Not walking distance to anything but short car trip to Galle Fort.

2026-03-06 via Nuitee
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Nithila couple lk
8
2026-03-06 via Nuitee
G
Geraldine couple gb
10
Beautiful property in an ideal location.
Pros:

We have stayed here before and love the property - very spacious and comfortable.

Cons:

The swimming pool area felt a bit unloved. Some nice umbrellas and lounger would make a big difference.

2026-02-24 via Nuitee
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Mahesh couple in
8
2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Harvin extended_group th
1
2026-02-11 via Nuitee
D
David extended_group gb
8
Beautiful and peaceful location, if a little tired
Pros:

This is a beautiful and historic building and we really enjoyed our stay. In places it is looking a little tired and we got the impression that the owners are in an interim period while they decide whether to invest what is needed to turn it back into the stunning luxury hotel that it could be, but in fact we very much enjoyed the slightly faded elegance. The pool was great and the birds and other wildlife in the grounds were impressive. Peacocks preparing to roost on the roof with a stunning sunset as a backdrop was a highlight. Food was good and although the place seemed a little understaffed, the staff were very helpful and pleasant. For us it was not an issue being a little out of town and we enjoyed the relative peace and quiet.

Cons:

It waqs a shamne that for some reason the bar has been closed down, but there was no problem with us bringing in our own drinks.

2026-01-30 via Nuitee
C
Claes couple dk
8
Pros:

Virkelig hyggeligt ophold - god service og flinke ansatte. Lidt slidt - men charmen overskyggede dette.

2026-01-30 via Nuitee
B
brian couple gb
9
Very enjoyable, but could have been excellent
Pros:

The staff are excellent in a very nice setting. Breakfast was enormous and tasty. The room was perfect, with a lovely bathroom. All we needed for comfort

Cons:

There is no bar, but plenty of ice to cool your own drinks.
The pool area needs some work as only 4 sunbeds which isn’t enough and surrounding area is a bit shabby

2026-01-29 via Nuitee
T
Tracey extended_group gb
9
Fabulous hotel with great staff
Pros:

The hotel is an old colonial building and it is proud of its heritage. The staff take great pride in the building.
We’ve just had a 6 day stay and couldn’t fault the hotel. Beds are comfortable and the rooms and bathroom are a generous size and of a good quality.
At the moment they don’t have a drinks license but they encourage guests to buy and drink they’re own alcohol anywhere in the hotel and provide glasses , ice, ice buckets and else you need to drink comfortably during your stay.
The staff are wonderful especially Ramindu, Keshawa, Rohitha and Ranjith.
The breakfast was great, although the choice was a little limited but the evening meals were excellent and very large portions.
We particularly liked the peace and variety of birds and wildlife walking round the traditional gardens. A great place to relax and recharge after a busy tour of Sri Lanka within a easy Tuk Tuk ride to Galle port and the nearby beach.

Cons:

Nothing, would love to visit again

2026-01-28 via Nuitee
A
Anna couple gb
3
Don’t stay here
Pros:

It is a beautiful colonial building with a lovely pool

Cons:

There is no way this is a 5 star property, it would struggle to get 2 stars. There was a complete lack of staff present so we resorted to finding the managers office to ask for towels for our room and then pool towels. The pool area is completely neglected with only 3 working sun loungers with no pads, tables or parasols When we went to eat there was food available but from a scruffy menu, the outside tables were not laid so we ate in the empty soulless restaurant. The hotel does not have a drinks licence so we were offered juice or water. We opted for water which came in tepid bottles with no ice. There were frequent power cuts during the night. The outside bar was completely neglected and firmly closed with used glasses left on the tables throughout our stay and the chairs in a horrible state

2026-01-27 via Nuitee
A
Angela couple gb
8
Memorable stay in historic house Galle
Pros:

Tamarind Hill is a heritage property set in lush tropical landscape, evoking echoes of the past. Many of the original features of this impressive Dutch manor house, are still intact and there to admire. Their suites are absolutely vast and sensational in proportion, whilst the other rooms have been created in keeping with the architectural style. The staff were extremely friendly and the pool was an absolute asset to the property. We had one very pleasant dinner on the first night and enjoyed the Sri Lankan curries....We found going in and out of Galle very easy as it only took around 5 to 8 mins by car. It was a memorable experience to stay at Tamarind Hill.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Dr. Georg extended_group de
7
2026-01-17 via Nuitee
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Thomas couple de
4
Knüselig
Cons:

Woher die guten Bewertungen kommen ist mir ein Rätsel. Der Aufenthalt war leider enttäuschend. Es ist kein 5 Sterne Haus, sondern bestenfalls ein 3 Sterne Hotel. Es ist alles ziemlich “ knüselig” wie der Rheinländer sagt. Unappetitliche Flecken an der Wand im Frühstücksraum , Fensterscheiben verschmiert, im Zimmer Flecken, Flecken in den Gardinen und Handtüchern. Schimmel Flecken im Bad. Das Personal war nett , aber auch etwas überfordert. Leider nicht zu empfehlen.

2026-01-04 via Nuitee
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edyta family_with_children pl
8
2025-11-07 via Nuitee
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Bijaya Kumar extended_group gb
3
Beautiful ambience but disappointing facilities.
Pros:

The location and the characteristic of the property was quite good.

Cons:

It doesn’t have a fully functional kitchen, breakfast and meal were very ordinary, rather sub par, considering the price charged per room.
The rooms are very old, even mobile phone charging was a struggle.

2025-11-04 via Nuitee
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PALLAB extended_group in
5
2025-10-29 via Nuitee