72 Church Street, 80000 Galle, Sri Lanka
#33 of 105 hotels in Galle
Guests' ChoiceBased on 283 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.7
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.5
Free Wifi
7.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: September 14, 2025
Paula
GermanyIt‘s not possible to do an early check-in, but while we waited, they let us go to the toilet in one room they keep for that. Everything else was very good.
The hotel is amazing, the rooms are very beautiful and super clean. The bathroom is also very spacious and clean. The woman from the staff is really nice and speaks very good English. She also explained to us how to properly eat the Sri Lankan breakfast, which by the way was delicious! I can highly recommend this cute hotel, with very good location, next to the Galle Lighthouse.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 12, 2025
Oliver
United Kingdomeverything was fine
spaciousness and cool courtyard, and the breakfast is good and tasty
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 11, 2025
Desilva
United Arab EmiratesNothing
Everything was great
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: September 10, 2025
Susan
SwitzerlandIt was my problem as I am gluten intolerant so I can not eat bread or sausages as I am never certain what is in the sausage mix
It was a public holiday the first day that I was there and the staff coped very well the second morning the breakfast was excellent
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 10, 2025
Anthea
AustraliaEverything was amazing. Very clean. Quiet. The best location for Fort exploration and close to the water for a swim at the beach and for walking around the fort wall. The staff were so helpful.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: August 26, 2025
Alexander
PortugalNothing, great location.
The lovely staff upgraded us because it was our honeymoon!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 24, 2025
Elaine
SingaporeHost was so friendly, helpful and speaks good English. All staff are friendly and it's a safe, clean, beautiful place to stay. Food and beverage are delicious. The decorations are very authentic plus the supermarket is next door. Super convenient to the lighthouse and museums too. Breakfast surprised us with it's great healthy choices of fruits, traditional Sri Lanka treats and fruit juices are amazingly refreshing.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 14, 2025
Heidi-may
AustraliaNothing
We stayed for 3 nights and really loved this property. The bed and room was comfortable, breakfast delicious and service amazing. Would stay again
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 11, 2025
Amina
United Arab EmiratesNo elevator and concerns that there maybe mosquitoes.
Location was ideal
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 6, 2025
Nadarajasundaram
United StatesNo sofa in the room.
Very conveniently located within Galle fort. Very clean room and bathroom. Delicious breakfast.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 24, 2025
Shannon
New ZealandThe bed only having a sheet wasn’t very comfortable throughout the night.
I loved the style of the property. The location was perfect to explore Galle Fort area. Great Sri Lankan breakfast! The staff were very friendly and attentive, always checking in.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 8, 2025
Kay
United KingdomWe booked 3 rooms that were all clean and comfortable. The 2 hostesses were very helpful. The beds were comfortable and breakfast was very enjoyable.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: June 9, 2025
David
QatarNothing
Location was great, staff were so friendly and helpful.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 9, 2025
Mariyam
MaldivesNothing
The property was absolutely charming — a perfect mix of vintage style and modern comfort. The old doors and furniture gave character, but everything was well maintained and clean. The bathroom was small but spotless, modern, and had a beautiful vintage touch. Breakfast was amazing! We were served a full, hearty Sri Lankan breakfast with hoppers, fresh fruits, and more — truly delicious. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, making us feel right at home. Location is unbeatable: quiet, cool area with cute narrow roads, walking distance to shops, restaurants, the lighthouse, and the fort. We stayed just one night on our way from Ella, but honestly, it wasn’t enough. I would have gladly skipped the mountain journey (and the motion sickness that came with it!) just to spend a few more relaxing days here. A truly special place — highly recommended for anyone looking for a relaxing, aesthetic, and well-located stay.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: May 26, 2025
Linda
AustraliaNA
Samahdi/Husna was an excellent host, courteous, kind, and proactive. Arshad was always humble and ready to help out at any time. Wonderful personalities that make the stay memorable. The people make the place even better.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 13, 2025
John
United KingdomWe were nervous about staying in town, but it was definitely the place to stay as it wasn’t noisy and you had all the surrounding culture there. The room, bed and shower were perfect. We had a Sri Lankan breakfast ! Our first and it was very nice. We had laundry done, which was a blessing. Lovely people, fun to be with.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: April 28, 2025
Eric
United KingdomNothing to dislike
Sri Lankan was really good with variations each day and an explanation as how the food should best be eaten
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 21, 2025
Sophie
United KingdomWe really appreciated how friendly the staff were and how peaceful it was, despite being so well located. Our room was very comfy, cool, and clean. The breakfasts were delicious!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 20, 2025
De
Sri LankaNothing
This place is clean beautiful and staff is super friendly too especially dilki
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 19, 2025
Mark
United KingdomReally clean with friendly staff. Great breakfast and fantastic location.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 16, 2025
Joanne
United KingdomGreat location in the old centre of Galle. Very quiet and calm but in the centre close to all the restaurants and walking distance to the fort etc. The hotel is decorated beautifully and the staff were so friendly and welcoming. Breakfast was also super tasty!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 15, 2025
Dominic
AustraliaGreat property. Excellent location. Helpful staff.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 13, 2025
Yoshan
Sri LankaExcellant facility and good service
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 12, 2025
Jeevan
AustraliaBreakfast was excellent but should have been communicated on check in or nights prior - no issue with the breakfast, just the communication Wifi in room was poor, but in lounge was excellent Staff friendly but reserved/shy, could be some simple training to really lift this and the guests' experience with it Shower gel and Shampoo containers in shower were unmarked - a little sign would help Aircon in room emitted bright light all night. Screen it, or show guests a way to dim it
Superb location, amazing private, peaceful and spacious rooms that were excellent value for money, excellent breakfast
Stayed in April 2025
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