"Clean bathroom and facilities. Beds were comfortable, linen was soft and clean, and location was great. Air con wasn’t the greatest provided a doona instead of a top sheet which was odd with the heat, and the bass from the stereo of the restaurant downstairs/attached to the property was quite loud making it hard to sleep between 8 and 10pm. Staff were very kind and helpful."
"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.
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
"The Bartizan's rooms were spacious and clean. The bathroom was gorgeous. The breakfast was generous, and we were given a packed breakfast on the day we left early. The staff were very attentive. It is located on the coast and walkable to loads of shops and restaurants. It was our favourite hotel in the two weeks we spent in Sri Lanka. "
"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. "
"Even before we left home, the staff at taavetti was responsive and kind and helped us organise a driver who picked us up (and waited for us to sort out an issue with our bags!) at colombo airport with a sign. Upon arrival they were welcoming and smiling and provided us with cold towels and a refreshing mango juice. The property is spectacular with great antique furniture, lush vegetation and a very pretty pool. The arches throughout the property really add to the charm too. They took care of our bags and we even got upgraded to a massive room with a huge open bathroom and bathtub and a balcony with a partial sea view (room 8). The property was spotless and the bed huge and very comfortable. The wifi worked well too. The property is only a very short tuktuk ride away from galle fort with all restaurants and cultural activities. I also managed to book a massage on my first evening on arrival which was wonderful after a long flight. The therapist was attentive, thorough and applied the pressure that I wanted leaving me relaxed and happy. The massage room was beautiful and has a glass ceiling and I could hear the rain patting on it as I was getting massaged. Pure bliss. Throughout our stay the staff was attentive and regularly checked on us and had open line on communication through WhatsApp making it easy to chat and get everything we needed. This was the perfect experience and we would highly recommend taavetti and would love to come back one day! "
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Galle has to offer?
Writer's Lodge By Ishq: This highly rated holiday home rental in Galle 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. Our travellers also rate Villa Sam & Sun as a favourite home for rent in Galle. See all vacation rentals in Galle.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Galle, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Galle.
What's the best accommodation for a couple visiting Galle?
Closenberg Hotel is a favourite 3-star hotel for couples, and features in-room fireplaces and private balconies. Other good options for your romantic getaway include Antic Guesthouse and Kapugedara297.
What's the best dog-friendly accommodation option in Galle?
Luxury-minded travellers enjoy visiting Galle, although all visitors will definitely find something to appreciate. Tourists can also enjoy the city's temples, waterfront and spas. In Galle, there are 291 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Galle.
The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Galle are May, November, September and October, with each month seeing an average of 331 mm of rainfall.
