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Ceylon Olive

4.0 star property
Colonial hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Interior detail
Luxury Double Room | Terrace/patio
Point of interest

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Udugama Road, Galle, Southern, 80000
  • Place, Unawatuna Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Jungle Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Galle Fort
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Deluxe Room

  • 875 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Romantic Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Romantic Room

  • 875 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Family Quadruple Room

  • 1152 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Family Room

  • 1152 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Double Room

  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Honeymoon Double Room | Balcony

Honeymoon Double Room

  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Double Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Luxury Double Room

  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Family Room With Garden View

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Family Room With Pool View

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room With Jungle View

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Romantic Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Double Room With Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Honeymoon Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Luxury Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Galle

Galle Harbour is within a mile (2 km) of Ceylon Olive, and other popular sites like Sahana Beach are within a couple of miles (3 km). This 2-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Galle International Cricket Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Unawatuna Beach - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Jungle Beach - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Galle Fort - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Galle Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 38 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Indian Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sahana Snack Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪SAHANA - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Garden House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Milkyway - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Ceylon Olive

Colonial hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Ceylon Olive enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a library. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 100 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include free newspapers and local meal delivery service.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Pillowtop beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Balconies, dining areas, and sitting areas are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in stairways (38 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2016
  • Colonial architecture
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with 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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Ceylon Olive Villa Akmeemana
Ceylon Olive Akmeemana
Ceylon Olive Hotel
Ceylon Olive Galle
Ceylon Olive Hotel Galle

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Ceylon Olive?

Ceylon Olive offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see near Ceylon Olive?

This hotel is located in Galle, a short 17-minute walk from Galle Harbour and also 19 minutes on foot from Dewata Beach. You'll also find Jungle Beach and Galle International Cricket Stadium within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Ceylon Olive?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Ceylon Olive include a casino?

No, Ceylon Olive doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Ceylon Olive?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Ceylon Olive good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Ceylon Olive?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Ceylon Olive have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Ceylon Olive serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does Ceylon Olive allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Ceylon Olive.

Does Ceylon Olive have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Ceylon Olive?

Yes, every guestroom at Ceylon Olive comes with a balcony with some featuring garden or pool views.

Reviews

Ceylon Olive Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roel

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place, very clean, very central, very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and loved the room and staff. Would come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte, Bristol

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Ceylon Olive. Kumudu & Era could not have done more for us during our stay, even when I had made a mistake about booking the wrong room; they quickly helped us move to another. They helped us book excursions and recommendations on where to eat or visit. We would love to come back and visit in the future! Thank you for making our first trip to Sri Lanka so special!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An absolute Amazing place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ceylon Olive, Galle was a secluded place and the room spacious and the shower area was very creative with a different experience. The garden had a lovely green foliage surrounded by trees and local flowers.The owner was very helpful and we stayed in the premises to have dinner there. We enjoyed the delicious food prepared and the following morning we had to leave early and the owner prepared us a local bread with coconut and onion chutney to takeaway for our sperm and dolphin trip.It was amazing the food and we felt it had a personal touch that made our stay a memorable one. Thank you again. The only thing we were concern we had a couple of mosquitoes in the room. Otherwise, we highly recommend this place to stay..
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sundar

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

Nice tuck away villa in Galle

We had a fantastic stay at Ceylon Olive. Enjoyed the greenery, natural and relaxed setting with outdoor patio that is perfect place for breakfast and afternoon tea. What makes it special is the owner’s personal attention to make the stay comfortable for his guests. The guest room has all necessities and comes with delicious breakfast - we also liked authentic Sri Lankan dinner made to our dietary needs.

10/10 Excellent

Yingjiu

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

excellent villa with great design and service!

excellent hotel villa, a surprise and highlight of our trip to sri lanka. it's located a distance from the city centre which but only gives a nice feeling rather than inconnvienence. only two villas in a lovely garden where you can find peace with trees, flowers, birds, monkeys and squirrels. the design of the house is one of its highlights, which mixes traditional factors and decors with simplicity and contemporary materials, such as cement. the bath room in the back of the room in half open air is a brilliant idea - imagine you bathe under the starry sky. it is run by the owner and his family, and service and breakfast are excellent, very friendly but also professional. it values more than its price!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Pernille

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

Prøv et spændende og anderledes sted

Dette hotel er noget helt specielt. Vi havde et værelse på 3 sal med egen terrasse. Vi havde et alle tiders kæmpe tre lige uden foran og om morgenen, da vi skulle spise morgenmad, var aberne meget interesserede. Det var en morgenmad, som var inklusiv i opholdet, men det blev bragt til værelset til aftalt tid og man kunne komme med ønsker om preferencer. Tillige fik vi en mygge skåner. Vi havde brug for transport og stedet havde en mand ansat, der gerne kørte os til adskillige oplevelser og endda også til næste hotel. Om aftenen bestilet de på vores opfordring mad ude i byen efter deres anbefaling og det var lækkert, men hold jer fra Pizza Hut.Der blev taget vels imod os og da det regnede fik vi straks en paraply hver og en velkomstdring. Poolen var ret speciel pga fliserne og lå i en skøn have. Badeværelset var en oplevelse for sig. Delvist tag og ellers var haven og palmerne inddraget i badeværelset. Velfungerende
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henrik

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henrik

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

Lovely family stay at the Ceylon Olive

We stayed at the beautiful Ceylon Olive villa with our family, 2 adults, 2 children (9 and 13) for a week during our recent trip and enjoyed it to the fullest. Kumudu and his team were amazing and always friendly, attentive and helpful. For example, our oldest turned 13 during our stay and they provided a lovely celebratory breakfast for her with balloons, decorations and cake. Eran, one of the staff members, also took on the role as our tuk tuk driver, taking us to beaches every day, and local guide and we had an amazing day with him, exploring local sights, which was appreciated by every family member. We highly recommend the Ceylon Olive as a choice for your south Sri Lanka visit - the location is also great for exploring the Galle area, with most sights never more than 15 minutes away.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024