Prince of Galle (inside the Fort)

Hotels
9.2 (477 reviews)
3A, Sudharmalaya Rd, Galle Fort, , Galle , LK

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Garden
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Incredible staff
Amazing breakfast experience
Cons:
Room size issues
Noise from the street

Categories

Cleanliness
8.7
Spotlessly clean but some mentioned absence of bedside tables and issues with electronic music affecting rest.
Service
9.67
Incredible staff, though some comments on rudeness.
Location
10
Amazing location in the centre of Fort, convenient access.
Room Quality
7.71
Issues with room size, layout, and maintenance were highlighted.
Amenities
9.16
Standard amenities but some limitations noted.
Value for Money
8.69
High price point for rooms with significant issues raised.
Food and Beverage
10
Amazing breakfast experience, diversely praised.
Overall Experience
9.65
Overall a memorable stay despite some drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 20:25

Property Description

Luxury Stay Within Galle Fort Walls

Historical Charm: Located just 200 meters from Dutch Church Galle, Prince of Galle offers a unique stay within the fortress walls of Galle Fort.

Comfort and Convenience: Enjoy free WiFi, express check-in and check-out, concierge services, and well-appointed rooms with private bathrooms, desks, and complimentary snacks.

Unique Experiences: Indulge in live music, happy hours, and free cycling. Don't miss the signature Breagustation breakfast and live piano music in the common lounge.

Book now to experience luxury and history intertwined at Prince of Galle.

Important information:

we only serve our famous unique five course signature breakfast "The Breagustation" we do NOT have an a la carte option

we have a tranquil PLUNGE pool "PUDDLE" only for cooling off and enjoying a drink after a hard days trekking around the fort

piano player is occasional in off season and most night december to aprilPlease 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.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CMB

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 477 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.7
Service: 9.67
Location: 10
Room Quality: 7.71
Amenities: 9.16
Value for Money: 8.69
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 9.65
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Anthony • couple • gb
10
Amazing gemstone in middle of Galle
Pros:

Fantastic gem of location in side the fort off Galle the staff are amazing and super attentive and the rooms really clean and comfortable. The breakfast is very good and should not be missed great start to your day of exploring the fort and surrounding areas 10/10

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Ludivinetrotter • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Khan • solo_traveller • pk
9
Pros:

What a location to stay at in Galle! Right at the fort wall, near the water and the best eateries around. Although you wont need to have breakfast anywhere else because the breakfast at Prince of Galle is an experience in itself!

Great staff, royal vibes!

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Chloe • extended_group • au
10
The team at the hotel were really friendly, they made our stay very special for my parents celebrating their wedding ann
Pros:

It is beautifully decorated and in a really central location in the old fort.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Valérie • solo_traveller • fr
8
Pros:

Accueil ,services et ambiance

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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manuela • couple • gb
10
Incredible
Pros:

lovely boutique hotel. Perhaps our room was slightly smaller than I hoped for but the hotel itself is just fantastic.
Staff is incredible, always available for any request I had.
DO NOT MISS the breakfast as it is delicious and prepared with such care.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Elena • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Staff were amazing and very friendly - always felt very looked after. The breakfast was also incredible. Best place I have stayed in all of Sri Lanka!

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Sergio • solo_traveller • es
8
Pros:

Desayuno y ubicación

Cons:

Tamaño de la habitación

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Lami • couple • au
10
Great staff and ambience
Pros:

Beautiful and original

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Laura • extended_group • it
10
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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BRUNELLA • couple • it
10
Adorabile
Pros:

Una coccola bellissima!

Cons:

Nulla

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Chou Kei • solo_traveller • mo
10
Pros:

清潔乾淨，露台位置很適合呆坐
員工熱情好客，服務一流
早餐超美味

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Ignacio • couple • cl
10
Pros:

Great hospitality! It was my birthday and they gave me cake and help us with our transportation to Yala! Would recomend!

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • de
9
Außergewöhnlicher, toller Abschluss der Reise
Pros:

Hervorragendes Frühstück, sehr freundliche Mitarbeiter, einzigartige Atmosphäre wie eine kleine eigene Welt, Zimmer sehr süß eingerichtet, viel Liebe zum Detail, Service toooppp, eigener Fahrer für günstigen PickMe-Preis

Cons:

Etwas kurze Betten aber vermutlich der raumgröße im historischen Gebäude geschuldet also ok, Pool ist eher ein Becken für die Beine aber wunderschön angelegt

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Simone • couple • de
10
Traumhaft
Pros:

Ein wirklich außergewöhnlicher und wundervoller Aufenthalt. Vielen herzlichen Dank an alle, wir kommen bald wieder 🙏💝

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Annika • couple • de
10
Pros:

Das Haus ist ein sehr schönes Haus aus der Kolonialzeit. Es ist super schön eingerichtet. Das Personal ist unglaublich engagiert und interessiert und kümmert sich sehr nett. Der Ice Tea schmeckt hervorragend und das Frühstück war wirklich gigantisch!

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • solo_traveller • lk
9
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Bertrand • family_with_children • fr
10
The perfection
Pros:

If could have put 11 I would have done it. Just perfect congrats guys!!

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Mark • family_with_children • au
10
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Ruth • solo_traveller • nl
9
Pros:

Heerlijk en supermooi hotel. Ontbijt is geweldig (ook voor kinderen). Dit hotel past helemaal bij de ervaring van Galle

Cons:

Niks !!

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee