The Dutch Bungalow

Hotels
8.8 (336 reviews)
No 05, Church Cross Street, Fort , Galle , lk

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Noise from renovations
WiFi issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.66
Many reviews highlight that the hotel is spotless and well-preserved.
Service
9.13
Staff is consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.17
Repeatedly praised for its central location and proximity to attractions.
Room Quality
8.12
Rooms are described as comfortable, though one review noted they were not 'wow'.
Amenities
8.65
Amenities include nice breakfasts and historical charm.
Value for Money
8.91
Overall impressions suggest fair value for the quality offered.
Food and Beverage
9.16
Breakfasts are frequently described as amazing, with high satisfaction.
Overall Experience
8.63
General sentiment is very positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 13:12

Property Description

Central Location and Surroundings
With its prime location in the heart of Galle and within walking distance to popular attractions like Galle Fort Beach and Galle International Cricket Stadium, The Dutch Bungalow offers the perfect base for exploring the city.

Comfort and Convenience
Enjoy a relaxing stay in well-equipped rooms with amenities such as free WiFi, room service, and a delicious breakfast served daily. Some rooms even come with a balcony for you to unwind and soak in the views.

Exciting Activities and Transportation
Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to key landmarks and enjoy activities like cycling around Galle. Additionally, with easy access to Koggala Airport and a convenient paid airport shuttle service, your travel arrangements are made seamless for you.

To book your stay at The Dutch Bungalow and experience the best of Galle, make your reservation now!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 336 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.66
Service: 9.13
Location: 9.17
Room Quality: 8.12
Amenities: 8.65
Value for Money: 8.91
Food and Beverage: 9.16
Overall Experience: 8.63
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Christina couple gb
10
Super friendly and excellent location
Pros:

We loved our two-night stay at this hotel. Tashma was incredible attentive and ever-present in the entrance hall and tried her utmost whenever we had the slightest wish. The breakfast was lovely and the rooms very comfortable - the mosquito net gave extra protection and the air conditioning and fan were excellent. The location is fantastic, in the heart of Galle Fort, yet it was very quiet here and we slept soundly. We would thoroughly recommend this hotel. Thank you!

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
C
claudia extended_group it
10
Fantastico
Pros:

Posto bellissimo, staff super cortese e colazione buonissima

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Donna couple au
8
One night wasn’t enough. Wonderful stay.
Pros:

Good location, close to centre but far enough away from busy streets. Staff warm and welcoming. Beautiful old building. Well maintained. Room clean and very comfortable.
Wonderful fresh cooked breakfast served on veranda. Good shower and nice linen.

Cons:

Nil

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Luiz couple br
10
2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Daniele solo_traveller it
10
Pros:

nice rooms, wonderful breakfast, stilish personal

Cons:

none

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
J
Jessica Maria family_with_children lk
6
Pros:

Die Lage ist super

Cons:

Das Frühstück war sehr simpel und zu viel Kokosnussöl

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Taixing family_with_children cn
10
2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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zlzltj couple cn
9
玩加勒要塞,住这里,步行即可!
Pros:

一切都很优秀!位置极佳,出门向左走,向右走,都有不同的景色,服务优秀,早餐相当棒。走三分钟,有个双喜餐厅,符合中国人的口味!

Cons:

网络信号不稳定!否则就10分了!

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Louise solo_traveller nz
10
Pros:

Friendly service, lovely room and tasty breakfast served in the courtyard outside your room. In a great location. Recommend.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Robin couple au
9
Very attentive staff, which seems to be the benchmark in SriLanka. Made our stay very memorable.
Pros:

Well preserved historic Dutch building. Location within the Fort was great.

Cons:

Location could be prone to loudness after hours. Bars nearby slightly noisy

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Clemens family_with_children at
9
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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asanthi couple fr
10
Pros:

I am writing this review two months after my stay, and I still look back on this place with such fond memories. It was truly a wonderful experience, and I feel grateful to have stayed here.

The staff were absolutely amazing, especially Tashmi and the entire team. They went above and beyond to make sure we felt comfortable, welcomed, and cared for throughout our stay. All the boys working there were incredibly kind, helpful, and accommodating, which made the experience even more special.

The Sri Lankan breakfast was one of the highlights of our stay the food was delicious, authentic, and truly memorable. The place itself had such a nostalgic charm, with its beautiful atmosphere and its convenient location close to the fort.

Overall, it was a wonderful stay and absolutely worth the price. I would happily recommend this place to anyone looking for a warm, authentic, and memorable experience.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
O
OLGA MARÍA couple es
9
Coqueto alojamiento en ubicación inmejorable.
Pros:

Su ubicación, la amabilidad del personal y la ducha.
El desayuno muy abundante.

Cons:

Las habitaciones están muy juntas y mal insonorizadas. Se escucha todo.

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Sunil solo_traveller in
9
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Nataliya solo_traveller ru
10
Pros:

Perfect location inside of the fort near lots of restaurants, shops.

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Donald couple rw
10
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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nayan solo_traveller in
10
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
M
Michelle couple au
10
Beautiful building in a great location.
Pros:

The building itself was cool with heaps of history. The room and bathroom were spacious and comfortable. The breakfast was tasty and well presented. Great location.

Cons:

Galle had no power for one of the days. They did let us know about this in advance and were very apologetic about it

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
C
Claus family_with_children at
10
Pros:

Lage und Stil des Hotels

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Patricia solo_traveller au
10
Pros:

A perfect location in a building steeped in history and culture. Staff were friendly and provided an excellent service.

2026-07-04 via Nuitee