The Charleston

3.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Interior detail
Terrace/patio
Interior detail
Basic Double Room, Courtyard Area | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Room options

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Courtyard Room with Balcony- Double | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Courtyard Room with Balcony- Double

  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Terrace Room - Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Terrace Room - Twin | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Terrace Room - Twin

  • Garden view
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Courtyard Room - Double | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Courtyard Room - Double

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Twin Room With Terrace

  • Sleeps 2

Double Room With Terrace

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Courtyard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Galle

Located in Fort Galle, The Charleston is adjacent to Galle Fort and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Galle Lighthouse. This 3.5-star hotel has 9 guestrooms and offers an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a rooftop terrace.

What's nearby

  • Galle Fort - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Historical Mansion - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Galle Lighthouse - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dutch Reformed Church - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Galle Clock Tower - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 25 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bungalow - Galle Fort - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Coconut Sambol - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪VOC Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rampart Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pedlars Inn Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Charleston

At The Charleston, guests have access to an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. Helpful staff is there to provide concierge services, as well as offer insight about the area. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Select Comfort beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include free local calls, ceiling fans, and safes.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Charlie's Bar & Bistro

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

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
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between June 2 and October 31.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-11:00 AM
  • Check-out: noon

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Charleston Hotel
The Charleston Galle
The Charleston Hotel Galle

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Charleston?

The Charleston provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Charleston?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Charleston on Apr 2, 2026 start from $871, 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.

What is there to do close to The Charleston?

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

Is parking available on site at The Charleston?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does The Charleston have a casino?

No, The Charleston doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Charleston?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

Is The Charleston good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and an ocean-view restaurant.

Does The Charleston have a hot tub?

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

Does The Charleston have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Charleston serves free full breakfasts at Charlie's Bar & Bistro each morning.

Will The Charleston allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at The Charleston.

Does The Charleston have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Charleston?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a furnished balcony or a deck where guests can enjoy ocean or garden views.

The Charleston Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An excellent stylish boutique hotel, well positioned within Galle fort. The room was great as was the terrace lounge area and pool. The service by the attentive staff was excellent at all times. We loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff, a quiet, comfortable room and super catering in a superbly fitted out property made this a fantastic stay! Okay, so someone had stolen the TV (joking; there isn’t one in the room, but there is fast, free wifi), but if you want to be in the centre of the Galle Fort action, I reckon few properties can beat this one!
Pano from the pool deck
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pramod

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super service, quality of food. The front desk staff and the hotel manager were top class, so were the other staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible stay at the Charleston. The service is unbeatable and the staff were incredibly thoughtful and kind. The complimentary laundry was a most expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nillie

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

GRAZZIELLA

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Adorable, small, new hotel, inside the old town, with ocean view and great decor, service! Very good option for a Galle stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

goro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSE MANUEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamella

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

Lovely hotel

The hotel is super new! Super beautiful and clean! The room is super spacious and comfortable! The staff was super attentive, providing everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

The place to stay in Galle

A great place with wonderful staff. The sunset is amazing as well from the tarrace
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

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

An unique hotell in Galle Fort

A very beautiful renovated art deco house with a terace facing the see and sunset. This hotell is for thoose who appreciate design, staying in a hotell that feels like home away from home. The kitchen serves very delicious food with a variety, The staff are all very friendly, helpful and the hospatility is fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024