Fort Dew Guest House

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.6
Rated excellent

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Fort Dew Guest House in Galle offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, sea views, and balconies. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, electric kettle, and work desk. Dining and Leisure: Guests can enjoy a terrace, restaurant, and bar. The family-friendly restaurant serves Asian cuisine with vegetarian options. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Convenient Location: Located in Galle city center, the guest house is 8.7 mi from Koggala Airport. Nearby attractions include Lighthouse Beach (7-minute walk), Dutch Church Galle (1640 feet), and Galle Fort (8-minute walk). Highly rated for its convenient location and scenic views.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, American

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Bastien
    France France
    “Very nice location, amazing view on the ocean while having a beer”
  • Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location was fantastic with a terrace overlooking the old Fort. This guest house did everything really well. Simple rooms with everything you needed and things like a safe, AC etc that worked well.”
  • John
    United States United States
    “The breakfast was delicious, and the location outstanding!”
  • Village10410
    United States United States
    “Fort Galle Guesthouse is a very good place, and good location. The room is clean and the staff are friendly. It is a 10 minute walk from the train station. However, do not use Google Maps at night to find Fort Dew Guesthouse. It points to the...”
  • Mark
    United States United States
    “Great historic place to stay in Galle Fort, with rooftop restaurant and cute little balconies to sit out on.”
  • Dominik
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    “The possibility to relax on the balcony was awesome and the restaurant was just upstairs.”
  • Terry
    Canada Canada
    “Perfect location and with the balcony outside room, can sit and enjoy the views! Great views as well from restaurant area on top floor. Staff was very attentive and helpful. The area keep very clean. The room and bathroom big. Nice to have the...”
  • Jarvis
    Australia Australia
    “Great location and value for money. Friendly staff.”
  • Jonathan
    United States United States
    “Great location just by the fort walls. Nice rooftop to sit, and lovely balcony outside the room. Very friendly staff. Really liked sitting on the shared balcony and the view from there.”
  • Johanna
    United States United States
    “Great location, comfy bed and the most helpful staff!”

Host Info

9.2
Host Review Score
A 3-minute walk from Galle Fort, this casual, family-run guesthouse is an 8 minute-walk from the National Maritime Museum and 6 km from Jungle Beach. The streamlined rooms (no air-conditioning) feature free Wi-Fi, fans and 4-poster beds with mosquito nets. Upgraded rooms come with air-conditioning. Some provide Indian Ocean-view balconies. There’s a relaxed rooftop terrace restaurant offering fort views.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Asian
    • Open for
      Breakfast
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.