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Yara Galle Fort

3.5 star property
3.5-star Colonial hotel near Unawatuna Beach

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Lobby sitting area
Reception
Outdoor dining
Reception
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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40 Middle St, Galle, SP, 80000
  • Place, Galle Fort
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Galle Clock Tower
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Dutch Reformed Church
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Double Room, Non Smoking

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

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Duplex Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Duplex Suite

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

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Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Triple Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Triple Room

  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Galle

Steps from the beach.With a stay at this Fort Galle hotel, you'll be steps from Galle Tennis Club and Galle National Museum. Mahendra Amarasooriya Park and Galle Clock Tower are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Galle Fort - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Galle Clock Tower - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • All Saints Anglican Church - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dutch Reformed Church - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Galle Lighthouse - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 24 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bungalow - Galle Fort - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Merchant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pedlars Inn Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rampart Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Elita Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Yara Galle Fort

3.5-star Colonial hotel near Unawatuna Beach
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A rooftop terrace, a library, and barbecue grills are also featured at Yara Galle Fort. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Galle hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1588
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Yara Galle Fort offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

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

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 20 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 12:30 PM and 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day.
  • 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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 20 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 12:30 PM and 10:00 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 1344

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Yara Galle Fort.

Property is also known as

Yara Galle Fort Hotel
Yara Fort Hotel
Yara Fort
Yara Galle Fort Hotel
Yara Galle Fort Galle
Yara Galle Fort Hotel Galle

Frequently asked questions

How close is Yara Galle Fort to the airport?

Yara Galle Fort is 94.1 mi (125-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 Yara Galle Fort?

As of Jun 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yara Galle Fort on Jun 27, 2026 start from $104, 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 Yara Galle Fort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Yara Galle Fort.

How close is Yara Galle Fort to the beach?

This hotel is 3.9 mi (19-min drive) from Unawatuna Beach and 11.3 mi (34-min drive) from Hikkaduwa Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Yara Galle Fort offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Yara Galle Fort, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 20 for adults and USD 10 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Yara Galle Fort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Yara Galle Fort?

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Yara Galle Fort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Yara Galle Fort have a pool?

Yara Galle Fort does not have a pool.

Does Yara Galle Fort have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Yara Galle Fort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Yara Galle Fort to downtown Galle?

Yara Galle Fort is 1.7 mi away from Galle.

Yara Galle Fort Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 74 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were wonderful. Our room was ready at 1pm which was ideal so we could cool down and explore galle. We had such a wonderful stay, would love to stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

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

Best breakfast!

Yara Galle Fort is a lovely boutique hotel in a good position for walking around the town. The bed was comfortable and it was lovely to have a fridge and toiletries provided. The Sri Lankan breakfast was the best we have had here and the staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and efficient staff. Allowed early check in. Very nice property.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
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8/10 Good

Manami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The atmosphere is quiet, and the hotel is located right in front of Galle Old Street. The decor is nice and chic, but the linens and carpets are a bit worn. Breakfast is good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was faultless
Sri Lankan Breakfast
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff comfortable rooms, but some rooms had limited water pressure and thin walls. Note: no alcohol sold on property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are lovely in this little boutique hotel, it is located at the top of Gaul fort and easy to park and find. The staff are very good and helpful. They make good coffee. We didn’t eat here other than a dessert but the quality was good. The restaurant is small though and there are no other facilities but for a comfortable room you can’t go wrong
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
スタッフはフレンドリーで親切でとても快適に過ごせました。
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beach vibes in a fort

Nice clean stay. Very modern and nice walkable distance to everything in Galle fort!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very comfortable and stylish hotel a short walk from the busiest streets in Fort Galle. Helpful staff and a delicious Sri Lankan breakfast with nice touches such as fruits in the room and cooling towels on arrival made this an excellent place tonstay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Recommended hotel in Galle Fort

Would recommend a stay here for those looking for a hotel in Galle Fort. The premises is in excellent condition and the rooms are very spacious and new. The layout of the hotel could be better—the restaurant is in the front but the kitchen is all the way in the back, and air does not circulate too well in the patio. Otherwise this place is a very nice option with excellent service, beautiful premises, and a good value.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian

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

Good upper range choice

We chose the Yara Galle Fort as an alternative to the higher priced hotels in the Fort area like Galle Fort Hotel. The room and the hotel overall was spotless and nicely decorated. Staff were helpful and friendly without being pushy. If we were to return to Galle we would definitely book here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
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8/10 Good

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yara Galle Fort is a lovely little place off of the main touristy areas of Galle. There is a small garden on the interior where you can sit and read or take meals. The meals that I had were good. From the location you can easily access the ramparts on the western side of the fort. There are two rooms adjacent to the restaurant and lobby that can be a bit loud but otherwise it is quite comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eine sehr hübsche Einrichtung und gute Lage in Galle Fort!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaley

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

Beautiful hotel, stay for the breakfast

Beautiful boutique hotel. Perfect location in the fort but quiet. Clean and well appointed rooms with comfy beds and nice showers to cool off after a day of wandering. The breakfast was amazing, I wish I could have it again! Staff were friendly and helpful. Was only there for a night, but no issues and would absolutely return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Prashand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had an awesome stay at Yara. The room, bed and bathroom were awesome and the people at the hote were amazing. From the time I arrived until I left they made sure that I was comfortable including specially preparing breakfast for me. Thank you Smith, Rizan and Lukkhana. Hope I got your names right. The location of the hotel was not far from the main entrance so getting in and going out were easy. I got in, dropped off my luggage and took a stroll to the rest of the fort area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

James

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

Great food!!!!

We loved the staff here, especially the chef. They are so warm and kind. Construction going in so a bit noisy. No alcohol but they have lovely high teas. Location good—you can walk to train station or town.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Architecture of the building was interesting. The staff were generally helpful although we did have an issue with being overcharged for breakfast but they did fix that up quickly when it was pointed out to them.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
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8/10 Good

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall it is very good. The location is at Galle Fort that is good for visit. The staffs are always nice. Only problem is the washroom door is not fit.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully appointed property. Great location. Amazing service. Delightful experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a lovely little boutique hotel that has been thoughtfully restored. Staff was attentive and very helpful. The traditional Sri Lankan breakfast was fantastic. The room was beautifully appointed and very comfy. The hotel is within walking distance to everything within Galle Fort.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Dani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay! Beautiful decor in our room and throughout the hotel, sublime and peaceful outdoor lounge area, superb bed and very clean room, very friendly and helpful staff. Great value in Galle and a short (5min) tuk tuk ride to the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tak Cheung

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

雅致的酒店

很雅致的酒店，好喜歡她的裝潢，非常潔淨，住得很舒適，只是明明book的時候是包早餐的，去到時又說沒有，是hotel.com 攪錯了
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

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

Great stay and location

We had a great 3 night stay at the Yara Galle Fort. The room was very nice, food and service were excellent, and the location was perfect for walking around the fort. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bedsheets did not smell clean Breakfast was not good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019