Galle Fort Hotel
6.026667, 80.217707Overview
Leading Boutique Hotel inside UNESCO World Heritage Galle Fort
Heritage & Awards
Galle Fort Hotel began life as an 18th century Dutch villa and has served as an RAF barracks, post office, bakery, and lapidary. The building received the Asia Pacific Heritage Award of Destination from UNESCO. It has been awarded Leading Boutique Hotel in Sri Lanka by the World Travel Awards for three consecutive years.
Accommodations
Galle Fort Hotel offers 11 suites with antique furnishings and individual decorative themes. Split-level Loft Suites place the bedroom upstairs and the bathroom downstairs. The Grand Apartment Suite includes a separate lounge area and a four-poster bed.
Dining & Bar
The hotel is home to Ropewalk, Sri Lanka's first arrack-specialty bar, offering signature cocktails built around local ingredients. Guests can join cooking classes led by Chef Roshan that start with a visit to the fish and vegetable markets. The restaurant serves a menu of local and international dishes with an emphasis on Sri Lankan flavors.
Facilities & Services
The hotel has one of the few swimming pools within Galle Fort, set in a garden with sun loungers and outdoor furniture. A complimentary airport shuttle is provided for guests. Additional services include bicycle rental, car hire, and a daily happy hour.
Location
Galle Fort Hotel sits in the centre of Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The National Maritime Museum and Galle Light House are a short walk away. Galle Fort Beach is also within easy reach, and the fort's shops and restaurants are steps from the hotel.
- Location: Inside UNESCO World Heritage Galle Fort
- Rooms: 11 suites with split-level layouts and antique furnishings
- Dining: Ropewalk, the world's first arrack-specialty bar
- Awards: Asia Pacific Heritage Award and Leading Boutique Hotel in Sri Lanka
- Experiences: Guided tours, cooking classes, and happy hour
- Services: Complimentary airport shuttle and bicycle rental
- Family: Family-friendly accommodations with pool and garden
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Paid airport shuttle
Outdoor swimming pool
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Garden area
Room view
- Courtyard view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Essential information about Galle Fort Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 151 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 800 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 15.1 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Koggala, KCT |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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