No.40,Middle Street Galle Fort, Galle, 80000 Galle, Sri Lanka
#20 of 89 hotels in Galle
Guests' ChoiceBased on 307 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.6
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 13 November 2024
Uhanovitage
AustraliaClean, rooms are spacious, classic architecture and antique vibe. Authentic Sri Lankan breakfast.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 7 November 2024
Ruth
United KingdomRooms 101 and 102 are right behind reception, so if you’re a light sleeper or go to bed early, it may be worth asking to be further into the hotel.
Beautiful hotel in a great location for exploring Galle Fort. Staff went above and beyond! We had a lovely room facing the balcony and got early check in too.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 6 November 2024
Veeryavanta
IndiaWe did not like that we were, what we considered, overharged several USD for water and ice that we ordered through room service.
We really liked the following - architecture and quality + relevant local styling of the building and rooms. We also liked the friendly staff.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 26 October 2024
Claudia
PortugalMy room had very little natural light besides its good location in the ground floor facing the patio.
I really liked this hotel. Good location, good and very clean room! The English breakfast was great; unfortunately I was not able to eat the Sri Lankan breakfast as it is more like a lunch for me 😊
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 23 October 2024
Amanda
United KingdomWe felt the staff were a little inexperienced but we still enjoyed our stay
Location, staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 3 October 2024
Chitalka
United KingdomThe air-conditioning was not cool enough
Location, friendliness and helpfulness of staff led exemplary by manager Mithun. The size of room was better than expected and the bathroom was of good size and tastefully furnished and decorated mixture of traditional and modern. Breakfast both Srilankan and Western was of good variation and proportion and extremely tasty.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 3 October 2024
Linda
United KingdomNothing
The location and the excellent breakfast
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 23 September 2024
Black
United StatesThe staff was absolutely wonderful. They welcomed us with such kindness and attentiveness, and I will never forget my time with them! I can't say enough about how well they treat their guests. If you are considering a trip to Galle, I HIGHLY recommend staying here at this special and beautiful little boutique spot. :)
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 22 September 2024
Jessica
IrelandLovely room and nice breakfast in a great location
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 21 September 2024
Broderick
United StatesThis was an outstanding boutique hotel- a block or two away from the main drag of Galle Fort, but that made it quieter. The rooms were clean and nice and the food was excellent. But what set this hotel apart from others was how helpful and kind everyone was. Everyone bent over backwards to accommodate anything you might need, from getting clothes laundered to giving us a to-go breakfast hours before their restaurant was officially open. Could not have been nicer. I would recommend the Yara Galle Fort to anyone.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 21 September 2024
Larraine
AustraliaNothing
The hotel was in a great location within the Old Galle Fort. It was a beautifully renovated building with an internal courtyard. The staff were lovely and the meals we had there were very good. The rooms were exceptionally comfortable with everything you require for a two or three night stopover. I would highly recommend Yara Fort
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 20 September 2024
Belinda
AustraliaNothing
This was our favourite stay of our trip. Such gorgeous accommodation, very clean and spacious and breakfast was delicious. Very close to the cricket stadium and fort lookout
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 13 September 2024
Catherine
United KingdomGood hotel in great location - handy for everything within Galle Fort. Very pleasant helpful staff.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 4 September 2024
Tony
AustraliaWe enjoyed our recent stay here! The room was nicely appointed, the breakfast tasty and the staff were very attentive and friendly! We were able to store our luggage there for several hours after checking out, which was incredibly helpful at the time.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 3 September 2024
Margaret
AustraliaNothing.
We liked everything about Yara Galle Fort. The historic building, the location, the size and style of the room, the delicious and generous Sri Lankan breakfast and the friendly and helpful staff. We could walk everywhere from the hotel and it was quiet and comfortable at night. We thought it was great value for money for the quality of the accommodation.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 3 September 2024
Jenna
AustraliaThe location inside Galle Fort was awesome. Walking distance to restaurants, beaches and shops. The service here was exceptional and all of the staff went above and beyond for me. Rizvi helped contact a previous hotel and arrange to have my AirPods dropped to me - he didn’t need to do this but I was so very grateful for his help.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 30 August 2024
Jie
Sri LankaEverything is wonderful. Staffs are very helpful and kind. The room is clean and well-designed. Love this place!
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 29 August 2024
Larraine
AustraliaNothing
A beautiful old Dutch home renovated into a gorgeous boutique hotel with an internal courtyard with the Fort Walls in a great location and only 100mt from the rampart walls. The rooms are generous with all the lux fittings for a very comfortable stay. We had booked 4 rooms for our group of friends. The staff were lovely and the breakfast generous and delicious. A perfect place to stay within the Old Fort
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 27 August 2024
Ian
SingaporeAbsolutely nothing.
Beautiful hotel with very clean and comfortable room. Great location inside the fort with all of the history on your doorstep. Close to lots of lovely restaurants. We couldn't fault the facilities, the staff and the food was delicious. A perfect end to our Sri Lankan holiday.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 26 August 2024
Sam
United Arab EmiratesNothing specific.
Breakfast was good, Location is perfect and close to major attractions.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 26 August 2024
Rishi
United StatesBetter value for money was expected.
Excellent location, well maintained property.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 23 August 2024
Bruce
AustraliaNothing
Lovely facilities, great location. Polite, friendly staff Winner is staying in the fort to enjoy Galle after dark and wander the cute streets home at night
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 11 August 2024
Jahanzaib
PakistanNoise
Cleanliness
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 31 July 2024
Sandra
NetherlandsThe best place to stay in Galle. Beautiful decorated hotel. Spacious rooms and super clean. The staff is great and the location perfect. A few minutes walk to all the restaurants and shops and the Galle Fort right at your doorstep. Would definitely recommend this hotel, a true gem!
Stayed in July 2024
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