Ceylon Olive Galle

Hotels
Ceylon olive, Udugama Road , Galle , lk

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great service
Beautiful environment
Clean and spacious rooms
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Loud AC
Limited dining options available

Categories

Cleanliness
9.69
Guests noted everything was clean and up to standard.
Service
9.96
Service described as very attentive and kind by multiple reviews.
Location
9.5
Location deemed peaceful yet close to Galle Fort.
Room Quality
9.75
Rooms were consistently praised for being spacious and beautifully maintained.
Amenities
9.28
Amenities like a pool and outdoor shower well-received.
Value for Money
9.24
Overall value perceived as high due to quality and service.
Food and Beverage
9.49
Food served, particularly breakfast, got positive mentions.
Overall Experience
9.86
Overwhelmingly positive experiences shared across reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 00:08

Property Description

Colonial-Style Villa with Modern Amenities

Luxurious Rooms with Comfortable Seating Area
The spacious rooms at Ceylon Olive feature elegant wooden ceilings and plush canopy beds. The cozy seating area is furnished with a comfortable sofa and vibrant fabrics, creating a relaxing ambiance for guests to unwind after a day of exploring.

Convenient Access to Exciting Activities
Located near Galle Fort and Unawatuna Beach, guests can easily indulge in various activities such as surfing, cycling, and diving. The hotel's dedicated staff can assist with bicycle rentals, airport shuttles, as well as arranging memorable excursions to experience Whale watching and Turtle hatcheries.

Delicious Dining Experience with Fresh Local Ingredients
Indulge in a culinary journey at Ceylon Olive's restaurant, where locally sourced fruits and vegetables are transformed into delectable local and Asian dishes. Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of the region without leaving the comfort of the villa.

Experience the perfect blend of colonial charm and modern comforts at Ceylon Olive. 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.
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

Cleanliness: 9.69
Service: 9.96
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 9.75
Amenities: 9.28
Value for Money: 9.24
Food and Beverage: 9.49
Overall Experience: 9.86
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Gilad • solo_traveller • il
10
Pros:

A stunning boutique hotel, beautifully decorated, the owner thought about everyt little detail.
Rooms are huge - the family room is amazing. Service was great . The place is the perfect gateway from the city

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Swiya • family_with_children • ae
7
Great hospitality, a property with plenty of potential
Pros:

The Sri lankan hospitality from Kumudu is a 10/10. He is attentive, highly responsive and you know you are in good hands. All of our queries and requests were met with the utmost care and warmth. When we arrived at 8 pm in a very rainy Galle, he promptly offered to take us to Galle fort to pick up dinner. The tuk tuk service offered by Era is quite helpful and you are spared the hassle of travelling around the town with the probabilities of public transport. The property itself is set in a lush green environment and the outdoor showers are a nice touch. The breakfast on the balcony was amazing. The spread was simple, delicious and very fresh - we loved this part.
The property is more of a high quality homestay rather than a five star hotel. I had picked a five star to have the convenience of a restaurant, in room dining and some of the standard facilities that are common in a 5 star, and especially appreciated by families with young children. Getting to our rooms involved a climb on steep stairs that were slippery due to the rain- receiving a word of caution on some of these things would have been helpful. With my 3 year old daughter and my 80 year old mom it was a bit uncomfortable. However given the amazing warmth of the host and the efforts he made to make us comfortable, we stayed on and enjoyed the beauty of rainy Galle. The property has tremendous potential and I hope the host will transform it over time.

Cons:

The lack of an onsite restaurant and flexibility of food and drinks on the property. Going out daily for meals shouldn't be a compulsion but a choice. Having a spa would be nice too. For a five star property the upkeep of the rooms should be way better - curtain not opening, broken arm rest at the seating area, no slippers or bathrobes, no tissue box in the rooms - some of these details could do with more attention. Same for the common areas.Housekeeping should not be on demand, it's a must. As the property was on renovation, some things were work in progress. While it gets the makeover it needs, keeping these elements away from sight would be more pleasant. The pool area also has a lot of potential.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Riccardo • family_with_children • it
10
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Cecile • family_with_children • fr
10
Très beau séjour!
Pros:

Très belle villa, décorée avec goût. Très beau jardin avec piscine. Staff très gentil et disponible

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Alicia • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Angela • extended_group • es
10
Espectacular. Una villa de lujo
Pros:

Muy acogedor, precioso, mucho detalle, cómodo, un lujo

Cons:

No está dentro de la muralla, pero no obstante está muy cerca en Tuctuc por 800 rupias

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Mads • extended_group • dk
10
Enestående ophold i Galle
Pros:

Rolig beliggenhed mellem centrum og stranden.
Hjælpsomme og meget søde værter.
Flotte værelser og lækker morgenmad.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

We stayed here for the first 2 nights of our Sri Lanka trip as a family of 4 with 2 children age 10 and 8. The villa was perfect- just what we needed after a long flight. The beds were extremely comfortable and we slept well. We loved the novelty of having an outside shower and our children loved spending time in the pool. Had a delicious breakfast served on the terrace. Kumudu was an attentive host and we would recommend getting the short tuk tuk ride with Era into Galle. Overall, we would highly recommend this place to stay.

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Julia • family_with_children • au
10
Oasis in Galle.
Pros:

It’s like an oasis in Galle. The host and staff were friendly and professional. The rooms were very clean and the pool area was perfect for a relax after a day exploring Galle.

Cons:

The tranquil surrounds and the pool.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Houseboy • couple • hk
9
We will return .........
Pros:

Ceylon Olive Galle is an oasis that you must visit. Superbly stylish overall construction giving spacious rooms. Attention to details is obviously imperative to Kamudu and he makes you feel soooooo welcomed. Once his Resturant is completed you will not need to leave the compound.

Cons:

Nothing...................

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Deepak • family_with_children • in
9
Pros:

The Ambience, courteous staff and an excellent host.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Prasad • couple • in
10
2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Christian • couple • de
10
Hidden Place in Galle
Pros:

Sehr sympathischer Service und liebevoll eingerichtet

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Mehal • couple • in
9
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Anne Marie • couple • nc
9
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Patrice • couple • fr
10
Great place great staff. Good value for money close to Galle fort.
Pros:

A nice and quiet guest house nested in a tropical garden with a pool. The family room was very large with 1 big and comfortable bed and 2 single beds. Both Kumudu and Era where very helpful and friendly.
The Tuk tuk service they propose is very convenient to get to the busy area of Galle Fort.

2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
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David • family_with_children • qa
10
Pros:

Everything. I cannot express in words how good our stay here was. Kumudu and his family were exceptional hosts. Era was a true hero, nothing was too much effort. The monkeys playing in the trees, literally just outside the balcony was the highlight of an amazing stay.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Lahiru • family_with_children • lk
9
2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • au
8
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Vivek • family_with_children • us
10
Excellent mix of nature and luxury. Amazing host! Superb, central location!
Pros:

Excellent mix of home stay, farm stay and luxury. Large room, green all around, trees cover all windows, balcony, open huge bathroom. Pool was right under clear skies and tree covering all around. Ever responsive host (Shantha), with ultra high service standards. Whatever we wished for, he made it available within mins. We went for Sinharaja hike early morning, and he helped us with tea at 5:15am and amazing packed sandwiches for the trek!
Also, the location is so amazing. 10 mins from Jungle Beach and Galle fort, 1hr from Kanneliya Rainforest and 2hr from Sinharaja rainforest!

Cons:

Monkeys - They arent agressive at all, infact they hide and were barely visible. But if you take the top most room, they do jump around the roof early morning (5am), thus creating a bit of sound. We are early wakers, so not much of hassle. If you sleep till late, dont take the top most room.

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee