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Small House Boutique Guest House

3.0 star property
3-star guest house in Fort Galle

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Family Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View | Living area
Family Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi
Family Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View | Living area
Living area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
2, Parawa Street, Galle, 80000
  • Galle Fort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Galle Lighthouse
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Family Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View

  • 1600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 796 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds OR 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Galle

Fort Galle stay.At this Fort Galle guesthouse, 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).
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What's nearby

  • Galle Fort - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa - 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

Small House Boutique Guest House

3-star guest house in Fort Galle
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Small House Boutique Guest House. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Galle guesthouse.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Small House Boutique Guest House offers 4 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. Accommodations offer separate dining areas and include desks. This Galle guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, French, Hindi

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Small House Boutique Guest House

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 65 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, debit cards, and cash
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, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. 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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Small House Boutique Guest House to the airport?

Small House Boutique Guest House is 94.6 mi (123-min drive) away from the Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Small House Boutique Guest House have an airport shuttle?

Small House Boutique Guest House offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of USD 65 per vehicle, one way.

How close is Small House Boutique Guest House to the beach?

This guesthouse is 2.1 mi (8-min drive) from Mahamodara Beach and 2.1 mi (10-min drive) from Sahana Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Small House Boutique Guest House offer free breakfast?

Small House Boutique Guest House offers free English breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Small House Boutique Guest House?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Small House Boutique Guest House?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Small House Boutique Guest House?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Small House Boutique Guest House have a pool?

Small House Boutique Guest House does not have a pool.

Does Small House Boutique Guest House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Small House Boutique Guest House to downtown Galle?

Small House Boutique Guest House is 1.9 mi away from Galle.

Small House Boutique Guest House Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

VIVEK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was in the centre of galle old town, well located well furnished no complaints would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service

Needs improvement

It’s odd that the main concern here is asking travellers to pay for their stay the moment they arrive/walk back in to the property/constantly. Payment on check-put is the norm and it’s strange to continually stay in places like this in Sri Lanka where they’re just obsessed with money. We’re all going to pay you for our stays - that’s normal. Please just let us be here and enjoy and pay on departure - which is standard.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Needs vast improvement

Weird stafff who seem confused by basic requests. Aggressive manager who appeared at my door shortly after check-in to discuss ‘things’ and proceeded to engage me in a strange and circular conversation which included questioning my English language skills (?). WiFi, needed for an urgent and specific request, not working, with no attempts to address or fix this. Rooms have no glass windows so it’s very dark unless you open the door to everyone - makes the AC redundant as a result. Not good value for money, annoyed once again by Hotels.com’s dreadful Sri Lankan property selection.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Scott-Ryan

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

Bumped to another place in Galle

I was actually bumped on arrival and I never like when that happens, but the place that I booked had been bought out by a group. So at that point, even when you express your displeasure there’s not much you can do. They insisted that the room in the hotel they moved me to was an upgrade but aside from the balcony with a view of the ocean, I disagree. Anyway, breakfast was good and everyone was as friendly as all Sri Lankan’s are. Too bad I didn’t get to stay in the place I booked for the reasons I booked it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Li Qi

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

Cosy guesthouse in the best neighbourhood.

Super convenient location and rustic surroundings. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Breakfast was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful guest house in the heart of the vibrant historical walled old town of Galle. Friendly staff and excellent, bountiful, delicious breakfasts. Hard to find as the guest house has no sign or street number. Very hot and the air conditioner struggled to keep the room cool so hard to sleep at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Annie

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

Small quiet hotel right in the Galle Fort

We enjoyed our stay in this small and comfortable hotel, were we felt very welcome by the staff. The hotel is right in the fort, in a small and quiet street, surrounded by restaurants and shops. Each room had an outdoor patio with table and chairs where we enjoyed a delicious breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

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

Great place to stay!

Great service, wonderful place and service!
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jonny Chatfield, UK

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

Full of Dutch colonial charm

We pulled into Galle station after a beautiful coastal train ride from Colombo, and quickly found a Tuk Tuk driver who drove us into the Galle Fort area and down the narrow streets to Small House. Our host greeted us with a warm smile and took us up the stairs in the quaint colonial house to our room. It was spacious and clean, with big shuttered windows to let in light from the courtyard area. The host was happy to give us tips on what to do in the city, suggesting we start by exploring the fort and rampart, which did not disappoint. Just a one minute walk from our room and we were stood on the edge of the Dutch fortress' rampart looking out over the sea. We strolled around the perimeter taking in the sights such as the lighthouse, mosque, clock tower and cathedral, finally watching the sun set, before heading to the Dutch Hospital later that evening for food. On our first morning we woke to a pleasant but basic breakfast of eggs, toast, fruit and coffee, before going to Unawatuna beach for the day, something I would highly recommend doing. The bed was comfortable and our room was very clean and well air conditioned. In terms of location you are right where you need to be. Overall it proved reasonable value and I would certainly suggest staying here to my friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Hans F

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

Great stay, but room for improvement

We had a nice stay at the Small House. The owner and staff were very helpful. The owner lent us his phone so we could book a taxi service we found online, which we think was really great. The breakfast was very tasty, with a mix of western and local foods. The room shows some age though, and is in need of minor repairs. The hotel was also hard to find, with no name on the door! The room is also not completely sealed from the outside,and had no mosquito net, so there is a risk of bugs getting in during the night! We also needed to ask them specifically to provide WiFi and toiletries. After we asked, they provided without issues. All in all a great stay, but with room for improvement.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jessye

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

Great little hotel ! Don't hesitate to book it

Great small hotel that I strongly recommend. Very friendly staff , warm welcome ! Very good breakfast and the room was nicely decorated. This is a very good value for money. We really liked staying at this Small House Boutique Guest House. It is very well located. The streets nearby are so cute and there are many restaurants around.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019