No 19b Rampart Street, 80000 Galle, Sri Lanka
#34 of 130 B&Bs and Inns in Galle
Guests' ChoiceBased on 128 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.6
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.1
Free WiFi
9.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 13 September 2024
Davide
ItalyBreakfast could have been cheaper
The building has been recently renovated, everything was extremely clean, the room was comfortable and nice
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 10 September 2024
Ian
New ZealandNothing to complain about at all. One suggestion , however, perhaps better lighting in the bedrooms.
The location and the simple, clean modest accommodation. Delicious food too
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 28 August 2024
Neza
SloveniaNice small boutique hotel with an amazing rooftop and helpful staff.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 21 August 2024
Gerri
AustraliaA comfortable chair in eating area would have been appreciated
Great location, quiet part of Galle yet easy to get around. In keeping with the heritage listed area and truly wonderful views from rooftop balcony, enjoyed watching family life, cricket, cows and kites. Good food and all the staff were willing and extremely helpful. Family owners very friendly, genuine , accessible and helpful.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 15 August 2024
Marco
ItalyAsked for a transfer, driver was good but probably has another ride after ours and was quite hurried, leaving us under a tree in the rain waiting for the Yala safari jeep to pick us up. Also quite pricey versus pick me for instance
Excellent and totally helpful staff! Room was ok, clean and comfortable. We eat breakfast at the guesthouse, good but quite pricey
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 15 August 2024
Bethan
United KingdomReceptionist was not able to help very much with onward travel which would have been helpful! I eventually got some information about the bus to Kandy which was great, although it left 20 mins earlier than what they said so was glad I’d left early!!
Such a comfortable room, really well put together. Great location - very easy to find. Good facilities including tea and coffee, large ensuit, toiletries all provided and a lovely roof terrace.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 12 August 2024
Vanessa
United KingdomNothing
Location was great right in the heart of the fort. Breakfast was good.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 6 August 2024
Nicola
United KingdomWe had two rooms - one of them had a bit of a smell which I think was just due to the humidity and it was fine once we ran the AC for a bit.
Excellent location and very friendly owner and staff. Fantastic roof terrace where we had drinks in the evening and watched a local game of cricket being played below. Very good curry in the evening.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 4 August 2024
Winnie
United Kingdomvery expensive airport transfer. Rooms were dark during day and lights weren't too bright at night either
Great location inside the fort facing where sun sets. Terrace was beautifully arranged for sunset viewing. Room itself was big, had aircon and spacious shower. Staff were accommodating for a very early morning check-out.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 29 July 2024
Aleksandra
PolandGreat place. Excellent staff
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 18 July 2024
Luisa
GermanyThe owner was very helpful and friendly as was the staff. My room with bathroom was spacious and clean and the view from the terrace so nice! The food was really good as well, I loved the Sri Lankan breakfast. 😍 I would definitely come back here. 😊
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 14 July 2024
Sydneyraj
AustraliaThere was nothing that I did not like. I will definitely be visiting Naman and his staff again. 🙏
Naman and his staff are very welcoming, friendly and provide a wholesome home away from home experience. I had a rough day on arrival but they made me relaxed and feel at home. I felt Buddhist values and virtues which I was very lucky to experience during my stay in Sri Lanka. Excellent seaside location, metres away from seaside fort walls. Amazing fort and sea views from balcony and rooftop. Excellent seaside base to stroll to other parts of the fort. My room with separate bathroom was spacious with high ceiling and quality furniture and fittings. Very comfortable King size bed and pillows. Hot water, fan and air-conditioning was great. Electric kettle was a welcome addition for that early morning cuppa. Wifi was excellent. I enjoyed Sri Lankan breakfast and dinner very much. Fish curry and rice means you are also given dhal, vegetable curry, salad, chutney etc. Excellent cook 👍
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 24 June 2024
Derek
United StatesI would suggest adding anti-slip materials to the stairs as I broke my arm falling down them when they were wet from the rain.
Comfortable rooms with a great location in the fort. Rooftop deck and good restaurant.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 23 June 2024
Dilshan
Sri LankaHot water shower need to repair
Friendly room boy excellent service. Rooms are very clean and good condition. Very close to sea. Super view location.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 19 June 2024
Danial
United KingdomNo breakfast included
Clean, AC available, excellent location, parking opposite, friendly staff.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 16 June 2024
Calvin
AustraliaLocation. Great rooftop terrace to watch sunset over fort walls. Clean and comfortable
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 7 June 2024
Harsha
NorwayNo hot water in the shower other than everything was excellent!
Very Clean and comfortable.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Olats
RussiaNo fridge in the room. Water in the shower is warm in the afternoon, cold in the morning, not hot at all.
The guesthouse has a good location, helpful personnel. There is kettle in the room, wifi was good.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 8 May 2024
Samantha
United KingdomBreakfast is slightly overpriced
The photos don’t do this place justice. It’s so comfortable and beautifully decorated. Our room was very spacious with a walk-in shower. We loved Pirate, the owner’s dog, who kept us company morning and night. The rooftop area is perfect for watching sunset over the fort and watching locals play games of cricket. The location is in walking distance from everything in the fort. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 May 2024
They have a very good nice cute dog, and very nice people, perfect location near the sea to play with the dog on the grass, and see the sunset with the dog.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Alice
United KingdomA service charge was added on so just to be aware but we had no problem paying as the staff were lovely!
Location was fantastic with lovely views over the ramparts. The staff were very friendly. We enjoyed the communal terrace overlooking the old walls. Our room was spacious with air con and toiletries.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Guoxing
United Arab Emiratesvery good location and friendly staff
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Roy
IndiaLighting and toilet
Location ,room, breakfast and the staff
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 19 March 2024
Catherine
United KingdomBeautiful clean rooms in lovely old building in the fort area. Great breakfast. Owner arranged a fantastic Tuk Tuk tour of area for us , pricing was very clear and fair.
Stayed in March 2024
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