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The Fort House

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Galle Fort

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A courtyard with a covered walkway, potted plants, and outdoor seating.
A spacious living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a large abstract painting on the wall.
A spacious dining area with a wooden table, cushioned chairs, and a bench with colorful cushions.
A bedroom with a canopy bed, a wardrobe, a bedside table with a tray of breakfast items, and a mirror.
A room with a chandelier, a bed, and a window with a view of greenery.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry
  • 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, Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room

A room with two four-poster beds, each with a canopy. There are two bedside tables with lamps, and a patterned rug on the floor.

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden View

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, and a ceiling fan.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Courtyard View

A room with a bed, a table with chairs, an umbrella, and a potted plant.

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

  • 180 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a wardrobe, a bedside table with a tray of breakfast items, and a mirror.

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 162 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, chair, desk, wardrobe, and ceiling fan.

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 499 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Galle

Fort Galle stay.A stay at this Fort Galle hotel places you steps from Galle Lighthouse and within a 5-minute walk of Galle Fort. Historical Mansion and Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Galle Fort - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Galle Lighthouse - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Historical Mansion - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dutch Reformed Church - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Taphouse by RnR - Galle - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Merchant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rampart Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pedlars Inn Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Aqua Forte - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Fort House

3-star hotel near Galle Fort
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
  • Lockers available
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Fort House offers 10 accommodations with safes and irons/ironing boards. 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 daily.

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
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Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

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

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

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: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • 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, 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, 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

How close is The Fort House to the airport?

The Fort House is 94.7 mi (127-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 Fort House?

As of Jul 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Fort House on Jul 26, 2026 start from $106, including 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 Fort House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Fort House.

How close is The Fort House to the beach?

This hotel is 4.3 mi (20-min drive) from Unawatuna Beach and 2.2 mi (6-min drive) from Dewata Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Fort House offer free breakfast?

The Fort House offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Fort House?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Fort House?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at The Fort House?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Fort House have a pool?

The Fort House does not have a pool.

Does The Fort House have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Fort House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Fort House to downtown Galle?

The Fort House is 2 mi away from Galle.

The Fort House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

The location inside Galle Fort was perfect for wandering, and breakfast was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to lighthouse. Lots of shops and restaurants in the area. The accommodation was excellent. Would happily stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of this accommodation was ideal and the staff were excellent! They were incredibly friendly and helpful, which made the stay very welcoming and comfortable. Breakfast was incredible and I was even offered more, despite being totally full!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Guillaume

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rens

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

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
the service from the staff and the assistance for the manager very very good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old building in the heart of the Fort. Hasna was so helpful and friendly. Great breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harmeet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable rooms. Lovely breakfast. Fantastic service. Superb location!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angharad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, gorgeous breakfast, room great except the wifi was horrible and there was no tv
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paresh

Liked: Cleanliness
Its a regular hotel situated in the heart of The Fort House. Nothing stands out for me to go back again if I visit Galle.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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

10/10 Excellent

Sheela

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

10/10 Excellent

Yamilet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

veena

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

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

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

10/10 Excellent

Daniella

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

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