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Samaya Fort Hotel

2.5 star property
Galle guesthouse in Fort Galle with free breakfast

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Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Smoking | Free WiFi
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Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Smoking | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries
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Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Smoking | Free WiFi
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

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No 76, Church Street, Galle, 80000
  • Popular LocationGalle Fort1 min walk
  • Popular LocationGalle Lighthouse2 min walk
  • Popular LocationJungle Beach19 min drive

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Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Smoking | Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Smoking

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Galle

Located in Fort Galle, Samaya Fort Hotel is next to Galle Fort and Galle Lighthouse. This guesthouse has 6 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Galle Fort - 1 min walk
  • Galle Lighthouse - 2 min walk
  • Galle Harbour - 5 min drive
  • Jungle Beach - 19 min drive
  • Unawatuna Beach - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 26 min drive
  • The nearest major airport is Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB): 125-min drive, 94.8 mi/152.6 km.

Restaurants

  • Taphouse by RnR - Galle - 4 min walk
  • Rampart Hotel - 4 min walk
  • Indian Hut - 1 min walk
  • Pedlar's Corner Cafe - 5 min walk
  • Aqua Forte - 2 min walk

About this property

Samaya Fort Hotel

Galle guesthouse in Fort Galle with free breakfast
Guests staying at Samaya Fort Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other amenities include balconies or patios, ceiling fans, and free toiletries.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily until 11 AM

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.
  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Samaya Fort Hotel Galle
Samaya Fort Galle
Samaya Fort
Samaya Fort Hotel Galle
Samaya Fort Hotel Guesthouse
Samaya Fort Hotel Guesthouse Galle

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near Samaya Fort Hotel?

This guesthouse is situated in Fort Galle, just steps from Galle Fort and Galle Lighthouse, and within a short walk of Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa. You'll also find Galle International Cricket Stadium and Historical Mansion less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Samaya Fort Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Samaya Fort Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Samaya Fort Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Samaya Fort Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Samaya Fort Hotel?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like free breakfast and a garden plus some accommodations include city views.

Are there hot tubs at Samaya Fort Hotel?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Samaya Fort Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Samaya Fort Hotel serves free continental breakfast each morning from its snack bar.

Does Samaya Fort Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at Samaya Fort Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Samaya Fort Hotel?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Samaya Fort Hotel?

Yes, every accommodation at Samaya Fort Hotel comes with a balcony with some featuring city views.

Samaya Fort Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tatum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Short stay
We visited in April and we ended up extending one more night. It's a basic comfortable hotel with breakfast included during our stay. Both AC and fan in the bedroom. Best location to get to the fort. Although every shop and restaurant inside the fort area was tourist price, it's easy to walk out (or take a tuktuk) to the shops and restaurants near the bus station. We read a lot of negatives about the internet connection but the Wifi worked perfectly fine during our stay. Breakfast was sufficient for us. They can offer tuktuk to send to railway or bus station but we never took it. Friendly staff and helpful if you need anything. Place to sit and lounge outside of the rooms just be prepared for mosquitoes in the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Jan, Manchester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Basic, quiet and a great base
Ideally situated in the fort, the Samaya Fort is a no frills basic but very friendly hotel. The lady that runs it went over and above for me, for which I couldn't thank her enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Close to the fort, good wifi, quiet stay
We had a pleasant stay here. Breakfast is included which was toast, omelette, fruits(we had papaya and pineapple) and coffee. Number one thing for us is the location to the fort and the relatively quiet stay giving that we always end up in places that has a construction site during our 16 day visit in Sri Lanka. I read reviews about the Wifi not working. It worked well during our stay, in fact it was quite fast too! Lady at reception checked us in and she's always around when you need anything. There's fridge in the room to chill our drinks and enjoy lounging outside, but no kettle to make your own coffee or tea. The seating area outside the room is pleasant too. Recommend to book online rather than paying the walk-in rate. Tips to find cheap food: Go out to the town area near shops by the bus station. You can have same food (rice and curry or various rotti) at much lower prices than in the fort area. For alcohol, head to the Food City Supermarket and they have beers (chilled in the fridge) and spirits at much much cheaper price.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Ashin, Calcutta

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice Location but . . . .
At check in there was only one person, a person who multi-tasks as receptionist, housekeeper, gardener, waiter, plumber and bell-hop without speaking a word of English! 2. The flush was mostly dysfunctional. 3. A lady receptionist joined in later. She also doubles as the chef for breakfast. 4. Location was very good. We could just walk out of the hotel and stroll around all the streets in the Fort area, which is the main tourist attraction.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean comfortable room located inside Galle Fort.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Location and very comfortable
We stayed at Samaya for one night and wished we could've stayed for longer, the hotel is great and the hotel is managed by very friendly hosts. The location is fantastic - a walk to the lighthouse and right in the middle of the beautiful fort area, highly recommended.

6/10 Okay

Wijay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location to explore!
Hotel location is really good. Service from people who work are excellent and breakfast was delicious. Rooms are small and not that clean tbh. There is a mosque nearby so early morning around 4am - loudspeaker starts and act as your morning alarm clock!

10/10 Excellent

LAUREN, UAE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and friendly staff!
We enjoyed our stay. The location is great. clean room, good AC, good shower and friendly staff.

6/10 Okay

Biwei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff members are very helpful. Hotel is inside of the fort so easy access to restaurants and attractions.

8/10 Good

John, Perth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place in the Fort
Great little hotel close to the lighthouse run by a lovely couple. Positives; bed was very comfy, relaxing balcony, close to the Dutch Hospital and Lighthouse. Negatives was the shower (very poor pressure), lack of tv in the room and the breakfast, which was nice but the same every day. A little variety or choice would've been good. Be aware that most restaurants don't serve alcohol...