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The Fort House

3.0 star property
Hotel in Galle with coffee shop/cafe and free breakfast

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Exterior
Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View
Interior
Lobby sitting area
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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72 Church St, Galle, SP, 80000
  • Place, Galle Fort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Galle Lighthouse
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Dutch Reformed Church
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden View

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Courtyard View | Terrace/patio

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Courtyard View

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Garden View

In-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

About the area

Galle

The Fort House places you steps from Galle Lighthouse and within a short 5-minute stroll of Galle Fort. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and dry cleaning/laundry services. Added amenities include a free manager's reception, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Near this 3-property class Fort Galle hotel, you'll find Unawatuna Beach.

What's nearby

  • Galle Fort - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Galle Lighthouse - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Historical Mansion - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dutch Reformed Church - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Galle Clock Tower - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 25 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 127 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taphouse by RnR - Galle - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coconut Sambol - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪VOC Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rampart Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pedlars Inn Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Fort House

Hotel in Galle with coffee shop/cafe and free breakfast
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Fort House also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Galle hotel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Locker space
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Fort House offers 10 accommodations with a safe and an iron/ironing board. A pillow menu is available. This Galle hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 100 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 20; reservation required

Restaurants on site

  • Church Street Gourmet

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Hosted evening meal: USD 20

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash.

Property is also known as

The Fort House Hotel
The Fort House Galle
The Fort House Hotel Galle

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Fort House?

The Fort House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Fort House?

Yep, The Fort House has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Fort House?

The closest beach to The Fort House is Unawatuna Beach (4.2 km).

Is there a spa on site at The Fort House?

No, there is no spa at this property. Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa is a short 5-minute walk away.

Does The Fort House serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental brekkie is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Fort House?

No, The Fort House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Fort House?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Fort House's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Fort House?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Fort House?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Fort House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Delicious breakfast with lots of variety. Staff very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

veena

Great staff - very client centred. Great location, comfortable and clean room. Recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rens

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice accommodation and super friendly and helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & 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!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheela

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Cute, clean, modern hotel in a walkable location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniella

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful! Clean, cool, air con and fan in room. Beautifully designed. Perfect location. Staff are lovely and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were upgraded to an upstairs room. Breakfast was educational and very tasty. Great location with easy walking around the fort. Manager organised a driver for us to Ella. Would definitely recommend- 5 stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. Great location. Helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful historic hotel

The Fort House is an amazing 17c building sympathetically renovated and centrally locatedwithin the fort . The staff were lovely and always attentive. For the first time during our trip we had traditional Sri Lankan breakfasts . Interesting, educational and tasty. The room was comfortable with a four poster bed and an ensuite bathroom. We highly recommend The Fort House.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and the property were absolutely amazing! The facilities are gorgeous and everyone was very helpful. It’s only a 2-3 minute walk to the lighthouse and its steps away from the Fort. The breakfast included delicious fresh fruits a local Sri Lankan dishes. They also helped book us a tuk tuk to get to Weligama Bay. 10/10 would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Gem in Galle: Unmatched Hospitality and Comfort

I recently had the pleasure of staying at Fort House for three nights with my partner and it was an incredibly accommodating and comfortable experience. The staff were exceptionally hospitable, warm, and attentive, with special mentions to Dilki, Husna, and Mohammed, who made our stay truly memorable. The breakfast each morning was a highlight of our stay. It was some of the best food we had during our entire trip to Sri Lanka. It was either egg hoppers or string hoppers, coconut curry, pancakes, fresh fruit, juice, coffee, and tea, all perfectly prepared and delicious. The rooms were excellent, equipped with nice air conditioning, making them a cool and relaxing retreat from the heat. The overall atmosphere of the hotel was welcoming and comfortable, and it was clear that the staff took great care in ensuring we felt at home. Overall, this was the most welcoming hotel experience I have ever had. The combination of excellent rooms, outstanding food, and incredibly kind and competent staff made our stay unforgettable. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Galle.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Ayush

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Poor service

While the property is nice and pretty, the service is below par. Despite knowing issue of red-ants in the room, no provision was made. A lot of our food was wasted due to massive amount of red ants in the room. After we complained, a spray was provided which was of no use. The breakfast buffet has very limited options and they provide you whatever they have (sometimes without even asking) resulting in wastage of food. The staff leaves at 6pm which is quite early and if there's any assistance required only kitchen staff is available who don't know everything. The rooms door and windows open up in the corridor so you can't keep them open for fresh air in case you need privacy. The washrooms didn't have exhaust fan. The property is very new and it seems like they are ill-experienced and ill-equipped to provide quality service and facilities one would expect at this price.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

philippa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic hotel in perfect position, amazing staff

Fabulous find! This boutique style hotel only opened a couple months ago and they’ve done everything just right! We loved our stay here, the rooms are contemporary yet still with classic touches of the local styles, they are spacious and clean, and the hotel is in such a great position to explore the fort area. The staff couldn’t be nicer- they are all so very friendly and efficient, and the breakfasts were really delicious- super fresh spread of fruit, local Sri Lankan breakfast and pancakes, and with different homemade juice every day too. We absolutely would come back and very happy to recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Das hübsche Zimmer, das wunderbare Frühstück und die zentrale Lage überzeugen hier!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Todo perfecto en este hotel, muy práctica para ver Galle. El personal es estupendo y muu profesional. 100% recomendable!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very serviceminded and kind people working at small hotel. Great location and the breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie-ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely location inside the Fort - fabulous breakfast each morning and super friendly staff. If you need any help make sure you ask prior to 6pm each day as Hotel staff go home and only restaurant staff left to help, we didnt require and staff let us know in advance.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024