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The Fort House

3.0 star property
Galle hotel with restaurant

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Located in Fort Galle, The Fort House offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and daily manager's reception. Connect to free in-room WiFi, unwind at the coffee shop/cafe or indulge in a meal at Church Street Gourmet. Guests rave about the helpful staff who deliver excellent concierge services.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Locker space

Feel at home (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout curtains
  • Free self-parking
  • Soundproofed rooms
The current price is S$98
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun

Room options

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

Deluxe Twin Room

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

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

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

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

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

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

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

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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

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About the area

Map
72 Church St, Galle, SP, 80000

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
  • National Maritime Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dutch Reformed Church - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Fort House

  • When visiting Galle, The Fort House is a great choice to consider. Guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby snorkelling, and free perks include WiFi, self-parking and continental breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 15
    • Check-out time is 11:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • 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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Free off-site parking within 328 ft
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Hosted evening meals daily for a surcharge (reservations required)
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Free daily reception

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Mosquito nets
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Church Street Gourmet – On-site coffee shop.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Hosted evening meal costs USD 20

Policies

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 does not have lifts.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay

Also known as

The Fort House Hotel

The Fort House Galle

The Fort House Hotel Galle

Frequently asked questions

Does The Fort House offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Fort House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Fort House?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Fort House?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Fort House?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

What is there to do at The Fort House and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as fishing and snorkelling.

Are there restaurants at or near The Fort House?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Church Street Gourmet.

What's the area around The Fort House like?

The Fort House is a short 3-minute walk from Galle Fort and 5 minutes' walk from Galle Lighthouse.

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Reviews

The Fort House Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with a delicious spread of fresh fruit, local Sri Lankan dishes, and homemade juice. (13 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The location inside Galle Fort was perfect for wandering, and breakfast was excellent!
Kyle, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful old building in the heart of the Fort. Hasna was so helpful and friendly. Great breakfast.
Tracey, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable rooms. Lovely breakfast. Fantastic service. Superb location!
Harmeet, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This is a charming hotel. Great location for everything. Nice breakfast and helpful staff. Cool open lobby with interesting artworks. Definitely recommend for a great stay.
Kevin, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Our favourite hotel of all we have stayed in in Sri Lanka. Fantastic location in the heart of the Fort area, a beautiful room with an amazing stone bath - only surpassed by the welcome of the ladies at reception. Thank you
Angharad, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff, gorgeous breakfast, room great except the wifi was horrible and there was no tv
Christopher, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Feels like a B&B, cozy. Great location next to my favorite ice cream shop. AC and fan are powerful, kept the room freezing. Warm hospitality. Would recommend.
Yamilet, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Delicious breakfast with lots of variety. Staff very friendly!
Anne, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Cute, clean, modern hotel in a walkable location.
Sheela, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff - very client centred. Great location, comfortable and clean room. Recommended.
veena, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Steven, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very serviceminded and kind people working at small hotel. Great location and the breakfast was amazing.
Victor, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful! Clean, cool, air con and fan in room. Beautifully designed. Perfect location. Staff are lovely and helpful.
Daniella, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice property. Great location. Helpful staff.
Dominic, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Jennifer, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Tim, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Julie-ann, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Tyler, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
philippa, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Jayson, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

the service from the staff and the assistance for the manager very very good
stephen, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice accommodation and super friendly and helpful staff!
Rens, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room was spotless. Staff went above and beyond. Nothing was a problem. We didn’t have to ask for anything. It was just perfect. The breakfast was plentiful and delicious. I would highly recommend a stay here. We can’t wait to come back in December.
William, 5-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

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.
Ayush, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Das hübsche Zimmer, das wunderbare Frühstück und die zentrale Lage überzeugen hier!
Gabriela, 1-night trip