Guesthouse Antic Guesthouse - Galle Fort
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No 3, New Lane 1, Fort., 80000 Galle, Sri Lanka – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.7/10! (score from 451 reviews)
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A wonderful family owned business with exceptional hospitality. Anything we needed was considered. Breakfast was a choice between Western and Sri Lankan with big delicious fruit plate. Tea upon check in was amazing as well. Our room was gorgeous. The family also makes their own jewelry with the store set up downstairs! The location was positioned within walking distance from many stores and restaurants. We walked from the train station (about 15 minutes) but a tuk tuk would be a good option if you have rolling cases. Great "things to do" recommendations in their flip through book.
United States of Americacentrally located property, friendly staff and well kept rooms.
CanadaIt was hard to leave and go back to Colombo – I could have stayed here for another four days!! I liked this place a lot — they made me feel welcome and at home. I fell ill for two days, and they were so very nice about it, showed concern, and made accommodations for me (especially when it came to the food). I'd happily stay there again and recommend it to others.
United States of AmericaStaff and owner were extremely nice. The location is great. The breakfast was fantastic. I would highly recommend this place.
United States of AmericaGenerous portions and delicious tasting breakfast - the Sri Lankan breakfast and tropical fruits were delicious. Air conditioning was great and a must have at this time of year. The owners and staff are friendly and very accommodating.
AustraliaAntic Guesthouse was a real find in Galle. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming and the premises were charming and convenient. Breakfast was included and was delicious. There was also a fridge stocked full of cold water free of charge. The fort area of Galle is extremely small and the guesthouse was close to everything. As an added bonus, there is a lovely, no hassle jewelry store downstairs which was fun to browse and shop.
United States of AmericaReally nice quirky design hotel. Excellent location really close to the lighthouse (not next to it as the pics suggest!). Great breakfast. Comfortable room and really nice shower. Friendly check in with a welcome fruit juice freshly made. Also close to loads of nice restaurants. Great air con. Powerful and hot shower.
United KingdomBeautiful decor, friendly staff, delicious breakfast, free water bottles! Staff arranged transportation to our next destination!
CanadaExcellent location within the fort,very welcoming staff who made us feel at home and anticipated our needs-help in arranging the trips(manager Liyaudeen thank you! Antic become our home for few days. Sampath the tuk tuk driver was the quickest and safe driver with the the an excellent knowledge of the are spots and beaches.
United States of AmericaLoved the entire staff of people who worked there! Everyone went out of their way to ensure we had a wonderful stay. Great breakfast too
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Antic Guesthouse - Galle Fort
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Stephanie
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Jacqueline
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Vip
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Caitlin
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Jamie
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Grace
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Lauren
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Stay in the heart of Galle – Excellent location – show map
Featuring free WiFi, a restaurant and a terrace, Antic Guest house offers accommodations in Galle. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurants.
Every room at this guest house is air conditioned and has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Certain rooms include a seating area for your convenience. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. Every room includes a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer.
You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property.
Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including snorkeling and diving. The guest house also offers bike hire. Galle Light house is 350 feet from Antic Guest house, while Galle Fort is 1,000 feet from the property.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.5 for two-person stays.
Currency Exchange: Need local currency? This property has currency exchange on site.
Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)
Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
Breakfast Info
Continental, Vegetarian, Halal, Asian
Free Private Parking Available On Site
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See what guests loved the most:
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Stephanie
United States of America“A wonderful family owned business with exceptional hospitality. Anything we needed was considered. Breakfast was a choice between Western and Sri Lankan with big delicious fruit plate. Tea upon check in was amazing as well. Our room was gorgeous. The family also makes their own jewelry with the store set up downstairs! The location was positioned within walking distance from many stores and restaurants. We walked from the train station (about 15 minutes) but a tuk tuk would be a good option if you have rolling cases. Great "things to do" recommendations in their flip through book.” Read more
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Nelson
Canada“centrally located property, friendly staff and well kept rooms.”
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Jacqueline
United States of America
“It was hard to leave and go back to Colombo – I could have stayed here for another four days!! I liked this place a lot — they made me feel welcome and at home. I fell ill for two days, and they were so very nice about it, showed concern, and made accommodations for me (especially when it came to the food). I'd happily stay there again and recommend it to others.” Read more
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Vip
United States of America
“Staff and owner were extremely nice. The location is great. The breakfast was fantastic. I would highly recommend this place. ”
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Caitlin
Australia“Generous portions and delicious tasting breakfast - the Sri Lankan breakfast and tropical fruits were delicious. Air conditioning was great and a must have at this time of year. The owners and staff are friendly and very accommodating.”
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Jennifer
United States of America
“Antic Guesthouse was a real find in Galle. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming and the premises were charming and convenient. Breakfast was included and was delicious. There was also a fridge stocked full of cold water free of charge. The fort area of Galle is extremely small and the guesthouse was close to everything. As an added bonus, there is a lovely, no hassle jewelry store downstairs which was fun to browse and shop.” Read more
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Jamie
United Kingdom“Really nice quirky design hotel. Excellent location really close to the lighthouse (not next to it as the pics suggest!). Great breakfast. Comfortable room and really nice shower. Friendly check in with a welcome fruit juice freshly made. Also close to loads of nice restaurants. Great air con. Powerful and hot shower.” Read more
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Pascale
Canada
“Beautiful decor, friendly staff, delicious breakfast, free water bottles! Staff arranged transportation to our next destination! ”
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Grace
United States of America
“Excellent location within the fort,very welcoming staff who made us feel at home and anticipated our needs-help in arranging the trips(manager Liyaudeen thank you! Antic become our home for few days. Sampath the tuk tuk driver was the quickest and safe driver with the the an excellent knowledge of the are spots and beaches.” Read more
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Lauren
United States of America
“Loved the entire staff of people who worked there! Everyone went out of their way to ensure we had a wonderful stay. Great breakfast too”
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About Antic Guesthouse - Galle Fort
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Irfan Ismail
In the centre of the romanticized and tranquil Galle Fort. ANTIC is ringed by colonial buildings, a smattering of restaurants, well-preserved ramparts and a crescent of coastline. Refined yet relaxed, with spaces that are small, warm and comfortable, ANITC is for those who crave the comforts of a home, the sophistication of a boutique hotel and the privacy of a beachside retreat in one place. Each room number is denoted with a year of colonialism and inside the room is a plaque that speaks of the history of Galle Fort during that year. ANTIC has five rooms that are furnished with textures that are interesting to touch and hold, add warmth to a room. The room is coloured in hues of turquoise blue, seashell beige and cooler colours that make the space feel larger and airier. Built over a hundred years ago, ANTIC houses furniture and fittings that are older than the property itself. The historic charm of our building will enchant you: listen to the creaking turquoise wooden floor whispering stories of the past. Marvel at the fittings around you, the sweeping views of the fort outside or behold your relaxed self in the magnificent golden mirrors in the hallway.
lrfan, the owner of ANTlC has a bent for beauty and in less than a year, he has built most of it by his own hands to create a space that’s welcoming, warm and aesthetically perfect.
colonial buildings, a smattering of restaurants, well-preserved ramparts and a crescent of coastline.
Languages spoken: English, Spanish, French, Italian, Romanian
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Galle Light house0.1 miles
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Galle Dutch Hospital0.1 miles
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National Maritime Museum0.2 miles
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Galle Fort0.2 miles
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Dutch Church Galle0.2 miles
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Galle Fort National Museum0.3 miles
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Mahendra Amarasooriya Park0.3 miles
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Galle Fort Clock Tower0.4 miles
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Galle International Cricket Stadium0.5 miles
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Restaurant Dutch hospital0 miles
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Cafe/Bar Tap house0 miles
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St. Aloysius College0.9 miles
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Galle Harbour1 miles
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Japanese Peace Pagoda1.5 miles
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Unawatuna Railway Station2.1 miles
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Yatagala Temple2.9 miles
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Ahangama Railway Station10.6 miles
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Turtle Farm11.2 miles
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Hikkaduwa Coral Reef11.2 miles
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Mountain Ruumassala mountain/jungle beach4.3 miles
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Ocean/Sea Lighthouse beach0 miles
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Train Galle Railway Station0.6 miles
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Ratmalana Airport59.6 miles
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Food: Middle Eastern, Pizza, Seafood, Local, International
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Amenities of Antic Guesthouse - Galle Fort
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4
Most popular amenities
Bathroom
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
Kitchen
- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
Services & Extras
- Tickets to shows/attractions Additional charge
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Cooking class Off-site Additional charge
- Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
- Bike tours Additional charge
- Walking tours Additional charge
- Temporary art galleries Off-site
- Beach
- Full-body massage Additional charge
- Hand massage Additional charge
- Head massage Additional charge
- Couples' massage Additional charge
- Foot massage Additional charge
- Neck massage Additional charge
- Back massage Additional charge
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Spa facilities
- Evening entertainment Additional charge
- Snorkeling Off-site Additional charge
- Diving Off-site Additional charge
- Cycling
- Hiking Off-site
- Bicycle rental (additional charge)
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa Additional charge
- Fishing Off-site Additional charge
Living Area
- Dining area
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- TV
Food & Drink
- Fruit Additional charge
- Bottle of water Additional charge
- Kids' meals Additional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Restaurant
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
- Street parking
- Secure parking
Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Transportation
- Airport drop-off Additional charge
- Airport pickup Additional charge
- Public transit tickets Additional charge
Services
- Lockers
Front Desk Services
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Ticket service
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Kids' TV channels
- Books, DVDs & music for kids
- Board games/Puzzles
- Child safety socket covers
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit press Additional charge
- Shoeshine Additional charge
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
- Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
- Business center
- Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Shuttle service
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Shops (on site)
- Heating
- Soundproof
- Car rental
- Gift shop
- VIP room facilities
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Hair/Beauty salon
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Newspapers
- Wake-up service/Alarm clock
- Air conditioning
- Room service
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
- Romanian
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Sustainability initiatives
These are the steps this property has taken to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel:
- Bicycle rental
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 16 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
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Crib by request
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Free |
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
The maximum number of cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Antic Guesthouse - Galle Fort accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
FAQs about Antic Guesthouse - Galle Fort
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The nearest beach is 150 feet from Antic Guesthouse - Galle Fort.
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Room options at Antic Guesthouse - Galle Fort include:
- Double
- Apartment
- Villa
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Antic Guesthouse - Galle Fort has 1 restaurant:
- antic
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Antic Guesthouse - Galle Fort by:
- Taxi 1h 30min
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Antic Guesthouse - Galle Fort is 3,100 feet from the center of Galle.
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The prices at Antic Guesthouse - Galle Fort may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Antic Guesthouse - Galle Fort offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Bicycle rental (additional charge)
- Snorkeling
- Diving
- Fishing
- Evening entertainment
- Foot massage
- Back massage
- Temporary art galleries
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Full-body massage
- Neck massage
- Cooking class
- Spa facilities
- Head massage
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Bike tours
- Beach
- Walking tours
- Couples' massage
- Tour or class about local culture
- Hand massage
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Antic Guesthouse - Galle Fort (subject to availability):
- Parking
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private Parking
- Secure parking
- Street parking
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Check-in at Antic Guesthouse - Galle Fort is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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Guests staying at Antic Guesthouse - Galle Fort can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.4).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Vegetarian
- Halal
- Asian
- À la carte
