About this property

Historic Setting: Arches Fort in Galle is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming environment. The property features a beautiful garden and terrace, complemented by free WiFi throughout. Comfortable Accommodations: Each room includes a private bathroom, ensuring a comfortable stay. Guests can relax in the lounge or outdoor seating area, and enjoy the full-day security provided by the property. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, à la carte, and vegetarian. Local specialities, warm dishes, juice, and fruits are served to start the day. Prime Location: Located 14 km from Koggala Airport, the guest house is a short walk from Galle Fort Beach and Dutch Church Galle. Nearby attractions include Galle Fort National Museum and Galle Fort. Highly rated for its central location and excellent service.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Vegetarian


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Nikhil
    United States United States
    Friendly staff and nice clean, modern room. The shower is really fancy! The AC worked well and helped keep us cool during some very hot days in Galle. We didn't try the food here.
  • Kevin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Superb location, and a very charming colonial- style interior. Comfy bed. Lovely staff.
  • Hyemi
    South Korea South Korea
    Location is just perfect to explore Gallo fort. Extremely clean place with best breakfast in Sri Lanka. I got help of car arrangement to the colombo airport and everything was convenient and perfect stay there.
  • Ania
    Australia Australia
    Very clean, great location in the city centre. We asked to have an early breakfast and staff was wonderful. Highly recommended.
  • Bernd
    Austria Austria
    Lovely old building in the middle of Galle, nice staff, good room.
  • Johannes
    Germany Germany
    The accommodation is located in the center of Galle, so you're right in the fort. The room was clean and the beds were comfortable. Ideal for a day stop in the city. The Sri Lankan breakfast was really good.
  • Chamara
    Denmark Denmark
    Great place / just stayed here for few days. Everything is good and a good choice to spend in Galle.
  • Laurent
    France France
    Good location, nice home, nice staff, good local breakfast.
  • Acey
    Singapore Singapore
    Love the architecture and interior decoration . The staff are friendly. Room is very clean
  • Carmelo
    Italy Italy
    This hotel is truly a gem! Set in a stunning colonial house, it’s full of character and charm, making for a truly memorable experience. The building itself has such a welcoming, warm vibe, and it’s the perfect blend of old-world charm and modern...

Quality rating

This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Vinod Weerasingha

Company review score: 9.6Based on 1,032 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Greetings! I am thrilled to be your host for the next couple of years in our family-run establishment.

Property information

The reawakening of the postcolonial sense, Experience the beauty and serenity of Sri Lanka’s down the south beach within ravishingly preserved heritage villa sited in the heart of UNESCO enlisted Galle Fort. Arches Fort is the rejuvenation of the 17th-century Dutch Architecture mingle with seductive charms of the contemporary interior. This uniquely designed capacious villa exudes elegant furnishing with modern amenities to bring forth the comfort you wish for! Arches Fort is located in the heart of the Galle fort. Surrounded by the Dutch fortress and the ramparts, which will make your evening the best of a kind experience during your stay. There's no demise of hospitality from locals and very warmly welcomed. Sandy Beaches are just around 5-minute walk from the place. Internet Cafes, coffee parlors, jewelry shops, restaurants and leisure centers are just minutes of walk. Literary festival is a seasonal stop as well.The Arch Fort embodied with lavishly appointed nine bedrooms on soldara (a wooden floor) with extremely comfortable king-sized beds enriched with AC or non AC, Flat-screen TV, a wardrobe and many other modern amenities for your comfort.

Neighbourhood information

Our lovely vacation villa called " Arches Fort" is located in the heart of the Galle Fort, The city consists of a new part and an old part. The old part of the Galle - Galle Fort, is as its name implies surrounded by a big city wall. The Fort was built by the Dutch beginning in 1663, Even today it is an amazing collection of structures dating back through the centruies. Arches Fort is just blockes away from many restaurants, shops, cafes and museums. We also can serve variety of Srin Lankan breakfasts for free of charge. There are two nice places to sawim, the stairs down to the beach on the south east siide of the rampart walls. And the famous Unawatuna and Hikkaduwa beaches are just 15 and 30 minutes away from Arches Fort. The people in Galle are no stranger for visitors, very friendly. So there isno need to worry about going around.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Arches Fort
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

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