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The Bartizan

3.0 star property
3-star Colonial hotel near Unawatuna Beach, connected to a shopping center

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Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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77 Pedlar Street, Galle Fort, Galle, 80000
  • Galle Fort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Galle Lighthouse
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Galle International Cricket Stadium
    ‪11 min walk‬

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Superior Double Room, Partial Ocean View, Oceanfront

  • 430 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View, Oceanfront

  • 366 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Oceanfront

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 592 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard Area

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room, Ocean View, Oceanfront | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Ocean View, Oceanfront

  • 398 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Exclusive Double Room, Sea View, Oceanfront | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Exclusive Double Room, Sea View, Oceanfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Design Single Room, Ocean View, Tower

  • 118 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Panoramic Double Room, Terrace, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Galle

Oceanside stay.At this Fort Galle hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Galle Fort and Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa. Historical Mansion and National Maritime Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Galle Fort - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dutch Reformed Church - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Galle Lighthouse - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Galle International Cricket Stadium - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Jungle Beach - 9 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 25 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Indian Hut - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taphouse by RnR - Galle - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Barista - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Merchant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rampart Hotel - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Bartizan

3-star Colonial hotel near Unawatuna Beach, connected to a shopping center
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours), a train station drop-off service, and a bus station shuttle are available for a fee. A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at The Bartizan.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Galle hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1700
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
The Bartizan offers 10 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. This Galle hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • 24-hour train station drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Games

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 80.00 per vehicle (one-way)

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

Property is also known as

Bartizan Hotel Galle
Bartizan Hotel
Bartizan Galle
The Bartizan Hotel
The Bartizan Galle
The Bartizan Hotel Galle

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Bartizan to the airport?

The Bartizan is 94.6 mi (123-min drive) away from the Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bartizan?

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bartizan on Aug 3, 2025 start from $119.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Bartizan have an airport shuttle?

The Bartizan offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, at scheduled times, for a charge of USD 80.00 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is The Bartizan to the beach?

This hotel is 4.2 mi (18-min drive) from Unawatuna Beach and 2.1 mi (8-min drive) from Mahamodara Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Bartizan offer free breakfast?

The Bartizan offers free English breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Bartizan?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Bartizan?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Bartizan?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Bartizan have a pool?

The Bartizan does not have a pool.

Does The Bartizan have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Bartizan have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Bartizan to downtown Galle?

The Bartizan is 1.9 mi away from Galle.

The Bartizan Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 69 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location- close to the coast so there is a nice breeze and on edge of the fort so not too busy. A very pretty courtyard and well appointed rooms. Staff were very attentive and helpful. Will definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

charlotte

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely and atmospheric property. We were upgraded to a large room with a terrace and a sea view which was appreciated.The room was extremely comfortable with a complimentary mini bar. We loved the roof terrace with its great view over the fort and the sea. Although there is no pool, a small, safe beach is just steps away with beach towels provided by the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serra

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Old Charm

I loved this hotel. It was old with lots of charm and located just across the street from the fort wall. It was next to Pedler Street with great shopping. Breakfast was really good with an amazing array of fruit. Overall, this is a great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Amazing stay, highly recommend!

I've just returned from a two night stay at the Bartizan and it was nothing short of splendid! The only downside was that stay was too short. My room was stunning and incredibly spacious. It had a very comfortable bed, cold AC, a beautiful balcony with dining table and comfortable chairs to sit and watch the sea. Breakfast could be delivered to the room or you could dine in the private courtyard downstairs. You choose daily from several options/styles. The two I tried were both delicious and quite a big meal. The hotel has been beautifully renovated and the staff were exceedingly kind, friendly and accommodating. They really went out of their way to help me have a wonderful stay and really contributed to my experience visiting Southern Sri Lanka. It is a boutique hotel, privately owned and in a historic building, so if this isn't your thing and you are looking for something more bland and more like a big standardized US chain then this might not be for you, but if you are drawn to Galle because of the history, the beauty of the architecture and the sea then I highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

KIRSTY

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was really beautiful and our room incredibly spacious and well appointed with a fabulous balcony with views out to sea. It is located in the heart of Galle Fort with easy access to all points of the fort and to a couple of beaches. The breakfasts were delicious and the staff could not have been more accommodating helping us to arrange a cooking class and arranging a visit from a barber. We had a really excellent time.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice property. I thought the price was high for the size of room I had.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bartizan is locted on edge of Galle Fort. It has a rooftop with seating which has great sea views and more importantly a breeze in the swealtering heat! Breakfast amazing, with nice choices, staff supet freindly and very polite. Well worth booking a room with seaview or partial seaview rather than courtyard room ( although these are fine). Would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So unique from any hotel I have stayed out. Colonial building with only 10 rooms, right next to Fort wall. Staff lovely and friendly, included breakfast was great with fruit, juice, yoghurt and also hot with sausages, bacon etc. Can have delivered privately to your balcony or in courtyard. Easy access into Galle to walk around. Lots to explore and so much character. Great spot
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The team at the Bartizan is the absolute best. We truly enjoyed the welcome (and the departure) and couldn't recommend this hotel more for those staying in Galle. Make sure to book a room with a view of the Indian Ocean!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siddharth, Saskatoon

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its an old building refurbished into a modern, sleek hotel. Conveniently located within the ramparts of the Galle Fort, its super comfortable, with luxury shower products and impeccable service. Loved the breakfast!! They managed to go out of their way to get my laundry done on time for our train!! 10/10 will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Shelley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was wonderful so why only 4 stars? Although I think it should be 5 stars, one consistent item knocked it down a notch. For this calibre of hotel, daily room make up service is a must. The fact that I was asked each day if I wanted this, to which my response was yes, and then to return to the untouched room at the end of the afternoon isn’t 5 star service. Stayed 3 nights and each day this happened, so would have to request it again. With that said, I loved the room, property itself, and the cordial staff. Breakfast was exceptional, the place is spotless and location is excellent. Even with the room makeup misses, I would stay here again in a flash and recommend this hotel to anyone wanting to stay in the fort.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel the room was absolutely amazing! Can not say enough about the staff here especially the manager headed us feel like old friends! Food was excellent as well I will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gyanendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were extremely helpful, especially Isharu and the door man.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and ideal for a walk around the fort area. Building and courtyard area was full of character. Breakfast was brilliant and the service was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonali

10/10 Excellent

Dan

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

The place to stay in Galle

The Bartizan is a very lowly hotel and we enjoyed our stay. The view over the ocean from our private balcony was amazing. The room well appointed and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Solumtoochi

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

I wish we could have stayed for longer

The hotel was absolutely beautiful! It managed to balance a classic traditional feel with a clean modern aesthetic. The staff were also fantastic! Every request we had, they went above and beyond. They really made our stay exceptional!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Toby John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and location. Just many miscomms with the staff, asked for a late check out which they agreed then was asked to pay for it. But the staff do go above and beyond in every other way
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Soby

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent over all .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Terrible Experience with Staff and Owner

This hotel left a terrible taste in my partner and I’d mouths. My partner acquired covid and they refused to give us a refund which is extremely distasteful no matter which way you look at it. The staff lacked empathy for our situation and kept telling us “don’t worry” when we were scrambling trying to figure out what to do. From what I could see their staff had no experience dealing with someone who is ill, and could not provide straight answers to what we should do. The owner is apparently a doctor, therefore you’d expect an above and beyond understanding of our circumstance but sadly we got the complete opposite. I rarely review places negatively and choose to give them the benefit of the doubt, but this hotel is a sad disgrace for a ‘hospitable’ place. On another note they are currently doing renovations which were very loud, cleanliness was not up to par and the property has definitely dated from the pictures.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nadia Sian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Bartizan was the most beautiful place to stay. The hotel is immaculately decorated, and fits right in with historical Galle. I was here for my last few days in Sri Lanka and the hotel kindly arranged my PCR test and were super helpful with the current covid situation. Nothing was ever too much trouble. Thank you for a wonderful stay and all the help.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Joseph

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
had good time at the hotel..
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Bartizan boutique

Very friendly and helpful staff, large comfortable room, great location, excellent breakfasts..
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021