The Fort Printers

Luxury hotel in Galle with outdoor pool and restaurant

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In the historic heart of Fort Galle, The Fort Printers offers a luxurious retreat. Unwind at the poolside bar, indulge in dry cleaning services, and take advantage of an outdoor pool. With free WiFi and a helpful staff on hand to assist with tour tickets or childcare needs.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Babysitting
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
$178 nightly
$212 total
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Historic garden oasis
Tucked in a historical district, this luxury hotel captivates with its enchanting garden. Timeless elegance meets natural beauty in this refined retreat.
Dining delights
The hotel features a magical restaurant, stylish bar for evening drinks, and a delicious full breakfast to kickstart each day.
Luxury sleep experience
Guestrooms offer nightly turndown service, perfect for the discerning traveler. This luxury hotel's minibar adds extra comfort to an elevated stay.

Room options

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Heritage Wing (Headmaster Prefect Arts, Geography and History room) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Heritage Wing (Headmaster Prefect Arts, Geography and History room) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Heritage Wing (Headmaster Prefect Arts, Geography and History room) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Heritage Wing (Headmaster Prefect Arts, Geography and History room) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Heritage Wing (Headmaster Prefect Arts, Geography and History room)

Good
  • City view
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Church/Pedlar Wing Suite | Interior detail
Church/Pedlar Wing Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Church/Pedlar Wing Suite | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Church/Pedlar Wing Suite

Exceptional
  • 603 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
39 Pedlar Street, Galle, 80000

What's nearby

  • Galle Fort - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Historical Mansion - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dutch Reformed Church - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Galle Lighthouse - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • All Saints Anglican Church - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 126 min drive
  • Midigama Railway Station - 26 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Taphouse by RnR - Galle - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Bungalow - Galle Fort - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Coconut Sambol - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rampart Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pedlars Inn Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Fort Printers

The Fort Printers is a great choice for a stay in Galle. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 16 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 18

Children

    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare*

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*

Offsite

    • Area shuttle*

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Services

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

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 20 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 120 per vehicle (one way)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
The 65 Pedlar Street Suite room categories are not located at the main building.

Also known as

Fort Printers Hotel Galle
Fort Printers Hotel
Fort Printers Galle
Fort Printers
The Fort Printers Hotel Galle
Hotel Fort Printers
The Fort Printers Hotel
The Fort Printers Galle
The Fort Printers Hotel Galle

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, The Fort Printers 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Fort Printers?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Fort Printers?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Fort Printers?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Fort Printers?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 120 per vehicle one way.

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

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

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

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Fort Printers?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Fort Printers like?

The Fort Printers is a short 3-minute walk from Galle Fort and 4 minutes' walk from Galle Lighthouse.

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The Fort Printers Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, with many guests praising the Sri Lankan options and excellent service. (12 reviews)
  • The food and dining options were fantastic, with excellent breakfast and meals served at the property's restaurant. (5 reviews)
  • The pool was a lovely and cool oasis, perfect for escaping the heat of the day. (7 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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10/10 Exceptional

Exceptionally beautiful hotel, wonderfully renovated with great taste. Large clean rooms and very friendly staff
Stefan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff, central location, and fine food
William, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff very good
GWYNETH, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was large and very comfortable. Staff were very friendly and pleasant.
Peter, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff and general manager were wonderful, room was great, great location
Nilantha, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The staff are great! However, the hotel is lacking in some basics, especially considering the high price they charge. For example: no coffee in the room (although advertised), stains on sofa, no kleenex, no holder for toilet paper. Lighting in my room was wholly inadequate, I had to use my cell phone's flashlight to read something on the desk - this was during the day!
Nihal, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Beautiful place and great staff, but overpriced for the room. There were no direct windows, and the wifi did not work.
Stine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Location, staff, quality of food and rooms all excellent
Amanda, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely heritage historical small hotel. We were upgraded to a heritage room. Room was large with separate shower and toilet, and all very comfortable but the lighting was a bit too low.
Julie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

excellent boutique hotel with great bistro/food
Lukas, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We really loved staying here. It was quiet and relaxing. The meals were great and the staff were really friendly and accommodating.
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast menu al la carte was amazing!!! Great coffee , excellent service and facilities. Great location within the fort. No tv in room but isn't needed. Rooms are large with a desk and sitting area. Bathroom beautiful with claw foot bath, spacious shower area. Pool area is lovely for a quick dip. Staff go above and beyond. Top pick for accomadation.
Linda, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It is a wonderful hotel, with fantastic staff, clean and in a perfect location. Gayan helped us on our arrival and breakfast time, he was so kind and made us feel really welcome. Also, breakfast is absolutely super delicious with lots of Sri Lankan fruits and options and lovely coffee.
Rosalba, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Exceptional place to stay
Clare, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location.very high quality rooms at a decent price.
Roshan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a beautiful property with really delicious food and wonderful staff. The Pina Colada with fresh ingredients is the best I have ever had. Really loved staying here.
Jane, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely property, excellent and friendly service, great breakfast, perfect location for exploring fort
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, superb staff and service. Loved the old building and small but handy pool to cool off. Excellent rooms and incredible staff. Made our trip to Galle Fort magical. Would recommend.
Henry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The fort printers was a fantastic place to stay, can't recommend it enough! The staff were lovely, the hotel and room were beyond my expectations from the pictures and the area in Galle Fort was so wonderful and walkable. This was a great place to do some day excursions from as well, we went to both Mirissa for whale watching, and Hikaduwa for a beach day.
Joseph, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel wonderful period architecture with swimming pool.
Terrence, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place close to everything needed in the fort area.
Mohammed shainaz, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, clean spacious room and staff were excellent highly recommend.
Scott, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic historic property, well appointed large rooms. Friendly and attentive staff. Restaurant was slightly pricier for area but very good.
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A great hotel with super friendly staff. Excellent location in Galle Fort would highly recommend it to anyone.
Catherine, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Property and staff were lovely
Carrie, 1-night trip