"Wonderful, friendly and attentive staff. Beautiful, well-laid out rooms. Excellent food at the Fusion restaurant. Pool was one of the best we’ve experienced at any resort. We would highly recommend to all and look forward to returning again soon. "
"The location is mesmerizing with crashing waves and blue waters up to the hotel sea wall. Extremely helpful and friendly staff. Excellent seafood. Modern rooms and facilities."
"Great place to stay very close to the lighthouse. Love the small, intimate, boutique-style feel to it. Make sure to have the egg hoppers for breakfast! Delicious!"
"Leijay provided excellent convenience and service on my second visit. It was the only accommodation that I went to twice in Sri Lanka, and it was worth it. "
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Richmond Kanda might not have many top sights, but Galle International Cricket Stadium and Galle Fort are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Galle Fort was a great home base for exploring the many beaches around Southern Sri Lanka. Its the perfect place to stay with great restaurants, shopping and places to peacefully stroll and see the historic town.
Anonymous traveler
10.0/10
Excellent
Great atmospheric old Fort City. Lovely to experience at any time of day. We saw monkeys and woke up to a wild Peacock parading on the building opposite.
Moira
8.0/10
Good
There does not seem a whole lot to do in Galle besides surf and explore the fort, but easy to get to your next destination from here.
Edward
8.0/10
Good
Wide variety of international & local tourists, friendly people, lots of shopping, historic sites.
John
10.0/10
Excellent
Loved this little town. Nice to walk around and really enjoyed the roti hut around the corner that opens at 4pm.
Hazel
8.0/10
Good
They should charge to enter the Fort and use the money to enhance the place
"Great place to stay very close to the lighthouse. Love the small, intimate, boutique-style feel to it. Make sure to have the egg hoppers for breakfast! Delicious!"
"This was like a piece of tranquil paradise in the middle of Galle Fort. It’s excellently located for exploring the fort and the building is beautifully preserved and offers excellent and spacious accommodation. We loved the room with a garden balcony, as we could watch and hear the world go by from the comfort of our room. The staff are so kind and offer many great tips for places to see inside the fort and were always in hand to make our stay extra special. Breakfast is very sizeable with many options. We will definitely be back!"
"A wonderful 3 night stay in the family suite with two double beds. Service from all the hotel staff was wonderful from the moment we arrived, and they went above and beyond from giving us a takeaway breakfast on our last day when we left early, as well as helping with our hired tuktuk! Hotel is further out of Galle Fort (about a 10min tuktuk drive/25 min walk), but setting of buildings onsite is lovely, centred around the main pool and communal outside area. There is a mosque nearby so you can hear the call to prayer, but didn't disturb us."
"Wonderful, friendly and attentive staff. Beautiful, well-laid out rooms. Excellent food at the Fusion restaurant. Pool was one of the best we’ve experienced at any resort. We would highly recommend to all and look forward to returning again soon. "
"This is a lovely historic house presented with style and charm, and high standards. The staff provide the best service and are very attentive. Setting is just gorgeous with visiting shy groups of purple-faced leaf monkeys and peacocks passing through along the high walls and trees from time as you sit in the cool palm filled courtyards. And added, an excellent menu with both traditional and modern mix so well presented and tasty served in a lovely restaurant-bar setting on the deep verandahs. "
Old Town is a top neighborhood that travelers like for its historic landmarks.
What are some of the best vacation rentals in Galle?
Writer's Lodge By Ishq: Visitors like this Galle vacation home rental. It has laundry facilities and free WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include an electric kettle to make your meal-planning easier. See all vacation rentals in Galle.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Galle, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Galle.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Galle?
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What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Galle?
With 60 hotels and other accommodations to choose from in this neighborhood, you should find the perfect place for your trip. Based on Expedia customer reviews, Yara Galle Fort is the highest ranked property in Old Town. This 3.5-star hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located steps from Galle Fort. Other top choices in the neighborhood include Fort Bazaar and The Galle Fort Hotel.
What's the best place to stay for a family trip to Galle?
What's the best place to stay for a couple visiting Galle?
Closenberg Hotel is a favorite 3-star hotel for couples, and features in-room fireplaces and private balconies. Other good options for a stay with your sweetheart include Antic Guesthouse and Kapugedara297.
What's the best neigborhood in Galle for tourists?
Old Town is a favorite part of the city for sightseeing so consider a stop by Galle Fort, Galle Lighthouse, and Dutch Reformed Church while you're exploring the neighborhood.
What's the best hotel for staying near Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)?
Amora Lagoon is a popular 3.5-star hotel featuring a roundtrip airport shuttle and 2 restaurants. It's located a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Bandaranaike Intl. Airport. Other choices near the airport are Airport resort and Grandeeza Luxury Hotel.
What is staying in Galle like?
Luxury-minded travelers enjoy visiting Galle though all visitors are sure to find something to appreciate. Tourists can also enjoy the city's temples, waterfront, and spas. In Galle, there are 292 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Galle.
The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 81°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Galle are May, November, September, and October, with each month seeing an average of 13 inches of rainfall.
