The Sun House

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Galle with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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Dumas Suite | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers
Dumas Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe
Dumas Suite | Living area
Dumas Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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18, Upper Dickson Road, Galle, 80000
  • Place, Galle International Cricket Stadium
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Galle Fort
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Galle Lighthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Kingfisher Standard

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cinnamon Suite

  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Dumas Suite

  • 474 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Sun and Sky Standard

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Dumas Suite

  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Sun and Sky Standard

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Galle

The Sun House places you within a leisurely stroll of Galle Fort and Mahendra Amarasooriya Park. This 8-room, 4-star guesthouse has a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Galle International Cricket Stadium - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Galle Fort - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • St. Aloysius College - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Galle Clock Tower - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Galle Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 35 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 120 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SAHANA - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Perera & Sons - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Kixi - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Elita Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Yara Hotel - ‬16 min walk

About this property

The Sun House

Guesthouse in Galle with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool
At The Sun House, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 100 per vehicle roundtrip. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a business center, a library, and a terrace.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets. Coffee makers, free newspapers, and ceiling fans are also available.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse 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
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 40.0 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 (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 1 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.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Sun House Galle
Sun Galle
The Sun House Hotel Galle
Sun Hotel Galle
Sun House Guesthouse Galle
Sun House Guesthouse
Sun Hotel Galle
The Sun House Galle
The Sun House Guesthouse
The Sun House Guesthouse Galle

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near The Sun House?

This guesthouse is located in Galle, a short 12-minute walk from Galle Fort and also 14 minutes on foot from Galle International Cricket Stadium. You'll also find Galle Clock Tower and Mahendra Amarasooriya Park less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Sun House?

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

Does The Sun House have a casino on the premises?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at The Sun House?

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

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Sun House?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does The Sun House have a hot tub?

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

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

No, The Sun House doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Sun House allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Does The Sun House have connecting rooms?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at The Sun House?

No, at The Sun House, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.