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The Fort House

3.0 star property
Travelers start their mornings with continental breakfast and wind down at the daily manager's reception, while expert concierge services ensure seamless stays

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The Fort House in Fort Galle offers a continental breakfast and a manager's reception each evening. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi and can relax at the coffee shop before dining at Church Street Gourmet. The staff is praised for their attentive concierge assistance.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room | In-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden View | In-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Select Comfort bed
  • Garden view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Select Comfort bed
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View | In-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Garden view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Bed
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About the area

Located near the beach, The Fort House is in Fort Galle, a neighbourhood in Galle. Galle Fort and Galle Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Unawatuna Beach and Hikkaduwa National Park. National Maritime Museum and Handunugoda Tea Estate are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Snorkelling and fishing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Galle travel guide
Map
72 Church St, Galle, SP, 80000

What's nearby

  • The lighthouse at Galle Fort
    Galle Fort
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The clock tower in Galle Fort
    Galle Clock Tower
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Galle Lighthouse
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Historical Mansion
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dutch Reformed Church
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Taphouse by RnR - Galle
    5 min walk
  • Coconut Sambol
    2 min walk
  • VOC Restaurant
    5 min walk
  • Rampart Hotel
    5 min walk
  • Pedlars Inn Cafe
    4 min walk

About this property

The Fort House

Hotel near Unawatuna Beach
Consider a stay at The Fort House and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a free daily manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Church Street Gourmet, the on-site coffee shop. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Tour/ticket information, local meal delivery service and luggage storage
  • Concierge services and a front desk safe
Room features
All guest rooms at The Fort House offer thoughtful touches, such as pillow menus, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Blackout curtains, restaurant dining guides and guidebooks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 100 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 lift

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: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Hosted evening meal: USD 20

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Fort House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Fort House?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Fort House?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Fort House?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is The Fort House located?

Located in Fort Galle, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Galle Fort, Galle Lighthouse and Historical Mansion. Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa and National Maritime Museum are also within 5 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Fort House Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angharad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our favourite hotel of all we have stayed in in Sri Lanka. Fantastic location in the heart of the Fort area, a beautiful room with an amazing stone bath - only surpassed by the welcome of the ladies at reception. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Delicious breakfast with lots of variety. Staff very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

veena

Great staff - very client centred. Great location, comfortable and clean room. Recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheela

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

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay very close to the lighthouse. Love the small, intimate, boutique-style feel to it. Make sure to have the egg hoppers for breakfast! Delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniella

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

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

Dominic

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

philippa

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, gorgeous breakfast, room great except the wifi was horrible and there was no tv
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old building in the heart of the Fort. Hasna was so helpful and friendly. Great breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Harmeet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable rooms. Lovely breakfast. Fantastic service. Superb location!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

The location inside Galle Fort was perfect for wandering, and breakfast was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rens

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice accommodation and super friendly and helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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

6/10 Okay

Paresh

Liked: Cleanliness
Its a regular hotel situated in the heart of The Fort House. Nothing stands out for me to go back again if I visit Galle.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Das hübsche Zimmer, das wunderbare Frühstück und die zentrale Lage überzeugen hier!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Todo perfecto en este hotel, muy práctica para ver Galle. El personal es estupendo y muu profesional. 100% recomendable!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tsujimoto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Gary

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