Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Television in common areas
Front desk (limited hours)
Express check-in
Free wired internet
Snack bar/deli
Scuba diving on site
Snorkeling on site
Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
Airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)
Offsite parking discounted rates available
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness concerns
Room issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.46
Multiple mentions of cleanliness were positive, but specific concerns about cockroaches and noisy environments brought the score down.
Service
8.93
Overall positive sentiments about the staff being friendly, helpful, and professional.
Location
8.97
Frequent praises for the prime location, especially within Galle Fort, contributing to the positive holiday vibe.
Room Quality
6.92
Some reviews noted small or not well-maintained rooms, impacting overall perception.
Amenities
7.45
Mention of lack of breakfast options and basic amenities like hooks, affecting overall utility.
Value for Money
8.41
Many guests mentioned good value for the price, especially given location and service.
Food and Beverage
7.96
General positive feedback about the dining experience, though some complaints about variety.
Overall Experience
7.93
Overall satisfaction expressed in many reviews, highlighting comfort and relaxation.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 13:51

Property Description

Central Location in Galle Fort
Located in the heart of Galle, MOI Galle Fort by DBI offers convenient access to popular attractions such as Galle Light house and Dutch Church Galle.

Comfort and Convenience
Enjoy a comfortable stay with amenities like room service, a concierge service, and currency exchange. Stay connected with free WiFi and unwind at the hotel's restaurant and bar.

Explore the Surroundings
Experience the beauty of Galle by cycling around the area or renting a bike from the hotel. Visit nearby beaches like Galle Fort Beach, Lighthouse Beach, and Mahamodara Beach for a relaxing day out.

Book your stay at MOI Galle Fort by DBI for a memorable experience in Galle!

Important information:

A nonrefundable USD 0.01 credit card verification fee will be charged to all bookings to validate card details. This applies to all reservations, including free cancelation bookings, and is separate from the room rate.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all 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 6 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 7 years old to 12 years old stay for US$15 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

8
Based on 199 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.46
Service: 8.93
Location: 8.97
Room Quality: 6.92
Amenities: 7.45
Value for Money: 8.41
Food and Beverage: 7.96
Overall Experience: 7.93
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rajat • solo_traveller • in
10
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Ronja • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Chloe • solo_traveller • gb
8
Stunning location
Pros:

The location and the kind staff and the air conditioning!

Cons:

No natural daylight in the room and the cost of breakfast. I know the portions are huge but perhaps as there is no kitchen, offer a smaller option for less money.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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mohmon20 • Couples
2
Amazing Location, Disappointing Stay
Pros:

If I had to summarize my experience in one sentence: if I ever return to Galle, I would never choose this property again.
To be honest, I would describe it more as a guesthouse than a hotel.
The biggest advantage of this place is definitely the location. It is situated inside the tourist area of Galle Fort, which is absolutely the best area to stay if you are visiting Galle. Being able to walk around the fort and nearby cafés and attractions is very convenient.
The entrance and reception area are combined with a café, and upon arrival we were welcomed with a watermelon juice drink, which was a nice touch. The staff were also polite and helpful throughout our stay.
The rooms are located upstairs and there is no elevator, although the staff kindly helped carry our luggage.
Unfortunately, things became very disappointing once we reached the room area. The hallway constantly smelled like a mixture of café food and sewage.

The rooms themselves were extremely small and very dirty. The floor was so unclean that it actually felt sticky when walking on it. While the bed sheets and pillows appeared relatively clean, I personally ended up using my own pillowcase and sheet for comfort.
The bathroom was also in very poor condition and not properly clean. Even worse, there were cockroaches inside. One night, I woke up because my wife screamed after seeing a cockroach in the bathroom.
The rooms also have a very small window facing the internal hallway, which is not really useful because you have to keep the curtains closed all the time for privacy.

Overall, I absolutely do not recommend this property. I booked it because of its high rating and positive reviews, but I completely regretted the decision. If I return to Galle in the future, I would definitely spend more money for a better hotel that at least meets basic hygiene and cleanliness standar

2026-05-10 • via Tripadvisor
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Julie • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Great place, very well located, people very kind, I loved it

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Thiranga • solo_traveller • lk
10
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Ofri • couple • il
5
2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Toni • extended_group • au
7
2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Irina • couple • ru
8
Pros:

Location is perfect, the A/C is cold, the bed is comfortable, the bedding is clean, the staff are very friendly and enthusiastic, the room is quiet. I didn’t need anything more. Shop with beauty dresses just opposite the entrance. I’m happy I rented it, as I could just step out of my door and start exploring the area

Cons:

Too strong smell of cloves (but in 1 night it was gone), lack of hooks or shelves, window opens to the inner yard gallery (but I didn’t feel any problem about that, as I sent all the time outside, so actually only needed a bed to sleep and a shower).
The water from shower runs onto the door and then inside the room. But you’re living inside a centuries old fort, for sure it was built with some other space planning approach, it’s amazing it has a private toilet room already. It’s an adventure, really, why bother

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Danielle • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

- Location was great.
- Staff were ok.
- Was ok value for money.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Julia • couple • gb
6
Good budget hotel right in the centre
Pros:

Location is great and is a good budget option with a big comfortable bed. The photos are much better than the rooms, which while spacious are very basic and worn and all widows face in to the hallway and not the outside. Extremely loud air conditioning so expect to wear some ear plugs. Hangers or hooks would be useful to hang clothes! Overall we were happy and had a good stay. Lovely staff and bar downstairs.,

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Tatiana • couple • ru
8
2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Claudia • solo_traveller • br
9
Estadia boa e preço justo.
Pros:

A localização é ótima! Dentro do Forte e próximo as principais atrações. Os funcionários são muito solícitos!

Cons:

Porém, as instalações do quarto coletivo estavam com umidade e tive uma crise alérgica na primeira noite.

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Kaiwen Yu • solo_traveller • cn
8
2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
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Aveline • family_with_children • ie
10
2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Karina • solo_traveller • ua
10
I will be back.
Pros:

Really comfortable and clean. The best price and pleasure personnel.

Cons:

Everything was OK.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Eugene • solo_traveller • lk
10
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Carolina • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

I`m really enjoyed our stay at MOI Galle Fort. The place is beautiful and cozy, right in the middle of the fort. The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff were super friendly and helpful. Breakfast was nice, with fresh fruit and good coffee. Would definitely stay again!

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Sam • extended_group • lk
10
Can't wait to be back in Moi Galle Fort for my next vacation
Pros:

My recent stay at Moi Galle Fort was truly amazing. The hotel's unique blend of colonial architecture made for a memorable experience. The staff were friendly and attentive, and the location within the historic Galle Fort area was another plus point for the hotel. I particularly enjoyed the delicious breakfast they served .Overall, I highly recommend Moi Galle Fort to anyone looking for a memorable vacation in Galle

Cons:

Everything was just perfect

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Nethmi • couple • lk
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee