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The Fort House

3.0 star property
Hotel in Galle with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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Exterior
1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Interior
Restaurant
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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72 Church St, Galle, SP, 80000
  • Place, Galle Fort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Galle Lighthouse
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Galle International Cricket Stadium
    ‪13 min walk‬

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden View

  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Courtyard View | Terrace/patio

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Courtyard View

  • 180 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

  • 162 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Garden View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Garden View

  • 499 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Galle

Located in Fort Galle, The Fort House is adjacent to Galle Lighthouse and within a 5-minute walk of Galle Fort. This 3-star hotel has 10 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Galle Fort - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Galle Lighthouse - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Dutch Reformed Church - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Galle International Cricket Stadium - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Jungle Beach - 9 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 25 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 127 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taphouse by RnR - Galle - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coconut Sambol - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rampart Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Merchant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pedlars Inn Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Fort House

Hotel in Galle with free breakfast and a coffee shop
The Fort House features free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and local meal delivery service. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, concierge services, and access to locker space.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds sport pillow menus. Safes, ironing boards, and local meal delivery service are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
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

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 20; reservation required

Restaurants on site

  • Church Street Gourmet

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Hosted evening meal: USD 20

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: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:30 AM
  • 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.
  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Fort House Hotel
The Fort House Galle
The Fort House Hotel Galle

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Fort House?

The Fort House offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to The Fort House?

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

Is parking available on site at The Fort House?

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

Does The Fort House feature a casino at the property?

No, The Fort House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Fort House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Fort House good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a meal delivery service and a pillow menu as well as a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Fort House?

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

Does The Fort House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Fort House serves free continental breakfast at Church Street Gourmet each morning.

Will The Fort House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Fort House.

Does The Fort House have connecting rooms?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Fort House?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a patio where guests can enjoy garden or courtyard views.

The Fort House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheela

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Cute, clean, modern hotel in a walkable location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniella

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful! Clean, cool, air con and fan in room. Beautifully designed. Perfect location. Staff are lovely and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were upgraded to an upstairs room. Breakfast was educational and very tasty. Great location with easy walking around the fort. Manager organised a driver for us to Ella. Would definitely recommend- 5 stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. Great location. Helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

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

Beautiful historic hotel

The Fort House is an amazing 17c building sympathetically renovated and centrally locatedwithin the fort . The staff were lovely and always attentive. For the first time during our trip we had traditional Sri Lankan breakfasts . Interesting, educational and tasty. The room was comfortable with a four poster bed and an ensuite bathroom. We highly recommend The Fort House.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and the property were absolutely amazing! The facilities are gorgeous and everyone was very helpful. It’s only a 2-3 minute walk to the lighthouse and its steps away from the Fort. The breakfast included delicious fresh fruits a local Sri Lankan dishes. They also helped book us a tuk tuk to get to Weligama Bay. 10/10 would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayson

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

A Gem in Galle: Unmatched Hospitality and Comfort

I recently had the pleasure of staying at Fort House for three nights with my partner and it was an incredibly accommodating and comfortable experience. The staff were exceptionally hospitable, warm, and attentive, with special mentions to Dilki, Husna, and Mohammed, who made our stay truly memorable. The breakfast each morning was a highlight of our stay. It was some of the best food we had during our entire trip to Sri Lanka. It was either egg hoppers or string hoppers, coconut curry, pancakes, fresh fruit, juice, coffee, and tea, all perfectly prepared and delicious. The rooms were excellent, equipped with nice air conditioning, making them a cool and relaxing retreat from the heat. The overall atmosphere of the hotel was welcoming and comfortable, and it was clear that the staff took great care in ensuring we felt at home. Overall, this was the most welcoming hotel experience I have ever had. The combination of excellent rooms, outstanding food, and incredibly kind and competent staff made our stay unforgettable. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Galle.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Ayush

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Poor service

While the property is nice and pretty, the service is below par. Despite knowing issue of red-ants in the room, no provision was made. A lot of our food was wasted due to massive amount of red ants in the room. After we complained, a spray was provided which was of no use. The breakfast buffet has very limited options and they provide you whatever they have (sometimes without even asking) resulting in wastage of food. The staff leaves at 6pm which is quite early and if there's any assistance required only kitchen staff is available who don't know everything. The rooms door and windows open up in the corridor so you can't keep them open for fresh air in case you need privacy. The washrooms didn't have exhaust fan. The property is very new and it seems like they are ill-experienced and ill-equipped to provide quality service and facilities one would expect at this price.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

philippa

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

Fantastic hotel in perfect position, amazing staff

Fabulous find! This boutique style hotel only opened a couple months ago and they’ve done everything just right! We loved our stay here, the rooms are contemporary yet still with classic touches of the local styles, they are spacious and clean, and the hotel is in such a great position to explore the fort area. The staff couldn’t be nicer- they are all so very friendly and efficient, and the breakfasts were really delicious- super fresh spread of fruit, local Sri Lankan breakfast and pancakes, and with different homemade juice every day too. We absolutely would come back and very happy to recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very serviceminded and kind people working at small hotel. Great location and the breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie-ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely location inside the Fort - fabulous breakfast each morning and super friendly staff. If you need any help make sure you ask prior to 6pm each day as Hotel staff go home and only restaurant staff left to help, we didnt require and staff let us know in advance.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024