Luxury hotels in Galle

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Galle. I hope you will like it!

• 1 The Postcard Galle Galle, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Galle. Situated in Galle, less than 1 km from Pitiwella Beach, The Postcard Galle features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a bar and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property offers bike hire and features a garden and outdoor pool. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom, while some rooms at the hotel also boast a seating area. A continental breakfast is available each morning at The Postcard Galle. The accommodation offers 5-star accommodation with a hot tub and sun terrace. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at The Postcard Galle. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Dadalla West Beach, Boossa Beach and Walawwatta Beach. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 19 km from The Postcard Galle. Guest review score 9.7, rooms from around $294.

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• 2 THE MER.CHANT Galle, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Galle. THE MER.CHANT features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Galle. This 5-star hotel offers a concierge service and luggage storage space. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel every room is equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At THE MER.CHANT every room includes bed linen and towels. A à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at this 5-star hotel. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Galle Fort Beach, Lighthouse Beach and Mahamodara Beach. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 14 km from THE MER.CHANT. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around $91.

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• 3 Yara Galle Fort Galle, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Galle. In a prime location in the centre of Galle, Yara Galle Fort offers free WiFi throughout the property and a garden. This 5-star hotel offers luggage storage space. The property is allergy-free and is set 700 metres from Galle Fort Beach. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. At Yara Galle Fort every room has bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes à la carte, continental and Full English/Irish options. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Lighthouse Beach, Mahamodara Beach and Dutch Church Galle. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 14 km from Yara Galle Fort. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around $91.

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• 4 TAAVETTI by DBI Galle, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Galle. Well set in Galle, TAAVETTI by DBI provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a garden, as well as an indoor pool. A terrace, an on-site snack bar and shared lounge are available. At the hotel, every room is fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The rooms come with a safety deposit box, while some rooms here will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with sea views. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Breakfast is available daily, and includes à la carte, Full English/Irish and Asian options. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at this 5-star hotel. With staff speaking English and Tamil, around-the-clock guidance is available at the reception. Mahamodara Beach is a few steps from TAAVETTI by DBI, while Walawwatta Beach is 1.5 km away. The nearest airport is Koggala, 16 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $62.

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• 5 The Heritage Hotel Galle Fort Galle, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Galle. Well set in the centre of Galle, The Heritage Hotel Galle Fort provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and an ATM. The property has a garden, as well as a restaurant that serves American and Chinese cuisine. All units are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, minibar, a kettle, a bidet, free toiletries and a desk. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer, certain rooms at the hotel also provide guests with a city view. The rooms include a safety deposit box. A à la carte, continental or American breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The Heritage Hotel Galle Fort offers a terrace. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at this 5-star hotel. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Galle Fort Beach, Lighthouse Beach and Mahamodara Beach. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 14 km from The Heritage Hotel Galle Fort. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $118.

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• 6 Niyagama House Galle, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Niyagama House is a peaceful retreat located on the highest point of an active tea plantation. It features 7 exquisite rooms with poster beds, a luxurious bathroom and free Wi-Fi. 9 km from Galle Fort and Galle Railway Station, Niyagama House is 10 km from Kottawa Rainforest, where guided tours are available. Unawatuna Beach is 12 km away while Bandaranaike International Airport is approximately 130 km from the property. Offering views of nature, each room combines modern elements and a traditional Sri Lankan design. The rooms have a mosquito net, minibar and electronic safe. A seating area and private bathroom with shower and hairdryer is provided. Select rooms feature a private balcony. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or participate in yoga. Relaxing massages, tour arrangement and concierge services are available. A variety of delicious local, Western and Asian food is served at Verandah Restaurant. Show full description Guest review score 9.7, rooms from around $85.

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• 7 The Fort Printers Galle, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Galle. Featuring free WiFi and an outdoor swimming pool, The Fort Printers offers accommodation in Galle. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. You will find a kettle in the room. All rooms have a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hair dryer. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. The hotel also offers bike hire and car hire. The Galle Fort and the Galle Light House are 350 metres from The Fort Printers, while the Bandaranaike International Airport is 155 km. Show full description Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around $126.

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• 8 Galle Fort Hotel Galle, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Galle. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Galle Fort Hotel is a 12 suite boutique hotel located inside the historic Galle Fort. The hotel has an outdoor pool and terrace, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Certain rooms feature a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Rooms include a private bathroom fitted with a shower. For your comfort, you will find bath robes, free toiletries and a hair dryer. There is a dry cleaning service at the property. The hotel also offers bike hire and car hire. Dutch Church Galle is 200 metres from Galle Fort Hotel, while Galle Light house is 300 metres from the property. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $183.

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• 9 Tabula Rasa Resort & Spa Galle, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Set in Galle, 700 metres from Koggala Beach, Tabula Rasa Resort & Spa offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Located around 2.1 km from Talpe Beach, the hotel with free WiFi is also 13 km away from Galle International Cricket Stadium. The hotel has a terrace and sea views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. All guest rooms come with air conditioning, a fridge, a minibar, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Guest rooms feature a private bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen. A à la carte, continental or Asian breakfast is available every morning at the property. The area is popular for snorkelling and cycling, and bike hire is available at the hotel. With staff speaking German, English, French and Dutch, non-stop information is available at the reception. Galle Fort is 14 km from Tabula Rasa Resort & Spa, while Dutch Church Galle is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Koggala, 1 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $164.

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• 10 Taru Villas Rampart Street - Galle Fort Galle, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Galle. Located in Galle, 200 metres from Dutch Church Galle, Taru Villas - Rampart Street has an outdoor swimming pool and rooms with free WiFi access. This Boutique Hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a shared lounge. The property has a restaurant and Galle Fort is a 4-minute walk away. At the hotel, rooms include a desk. Every room has a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Guests at Taru Villas - Rampart Street can enjoy a continental, English Breakfast or an à la carte breakfast. Taru Villas - Rampart Street offers a terrace. Galle International Cricket Stadium is 500 metres from the hotel, while Galle Light house is 600 metres away. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $161.

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• 11 Fort Bazaar Galle, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Galle. Once a Merchant home from the 16th century, Fort Bazaar is a boutique hotel located in the heart of the Galle Fort. Built around a traditional Galle Fort private courtyard boasting the acclaimed Church Street Social restaurant library and Z Spa. Free WiFi access is available throughout the property and the rooms come with complimentary soft drinks in the mini fridge. Breakfast and high tea is served for all in-house guests. Galle Fort is 200 metres from Fort Bazaar, while Dutch Church Galle is 200 metres from the property. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around $284.

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• 12 Villa Amma Erna - Galle Galle, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Villa Amma Erna welcomes its guests with an outdoor pool and free internet access. It features contemporary interiors and stylish fan-cooled guestrooms. This elegant property is 2. 8 km from Galle Light house, 2.9 km from the historical Galle Fort and 3.1 km from Dutch Church Galle. Rooms are fan-cooled and offer a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The open bathrooms feature either a bathtub or a rain shower with a separate toilet. Guests can relax and socialize in the different lounge areas, the rock pool, or soak up the sun at the terrace. The breakfast consists of homemade delicacies. A delectable spread of Belgian dishes will be served at the table d'hôte in the evening. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around $100.

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• 13 Le Grand Galle By Asia Leisure Galle, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Galle. Set in Galle, 300 metres from Galle International Cricket Stadium, Le Grand Galle By Asia Leisure has a number of amenities including an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, a garden and free WiFi. The property is situated 600 metres from Dutch Church Galle, a 9-minute walk from Galle Fort and 1. 1 km from Galle Light house. The property is 600 metres from Galle Fort National Museum. From a spectacular view of the ocean and the iconic UNESCO Heritage site, Galle Fort to invigorating architecture, plush interiors, lavish suites with private plunge pools and the finest-in-class service, Le Grand is truly yours. Guest rooms is equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a coffee machine, a bidet, free toiletries and a desk. All rooms have a private bathroom with a hair dryer, while certain rooms come with a balcony. The units have a wardrobe. The daily breakfast offers continental, buffet or Full English/Irish options. The restaurant at the hotel specialises in seafood, international and local cuisine. Le Grand Galle By Asia Leisure offers a hot tub. Cycling is among the activities that guests can enjoy near the accommodation. Speaking Japanese and English staff will be happy to provide guests with practical information on the area at the reception. Galle Fort Clock Tower is a 4-minute walk from Le Grand Galle By Asia Leisure, while Mahendra Amarasooriya Park is 500 metres away. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $170.

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• 14 Wirdana Resort & Spa Galle, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Offering a year-round outdoor salt water infinity pool and barbecue, Wirdana Resort & Spa is situated in Galle in the Galle District Region, 7 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium. Dutch Church Galle is 7 km away. There is a seating and/or dining area in some units. Some units also have a kitchen, fitted with a fridge. Every unit comes with a private bathroom with free toiletries. Towels are available. Wirdana Resort & Spa also includes a spa centre and sun terrace. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. The property also offers packed lunches. A number of activities are offered in the area, such as diving and fishing. Galle Fort is 7 km from Wirdana Resort & Spa. Show full description Guest review score 8.3

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• 15 Jetwing Lighthouse Galle, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Boasting beautiful views of the Indian Ocean, the hilltop Jetwing Lighthouse is 2 km from Galle’s centre. Minimalistic and elegant, this luxurious colonial-style hotel features 4 dining options, 2 outdoor pools, and a spa. Jetwing’s spacious rooms have a private balcony and a dressing room. Each room has cable TV, a DVD player, and tea/coffee making facilities. The attached bathroom is fitted with a bathtub and shower. Guests can join a yoga class, exercise in the gym, or play tennis. The hotel arranges whale watching trips and city tours. Services include laundry, car rental and currency exchange. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel. Open 24 hours, Cardamom Café offers light meals and refreshments. Anchor Bar and Grill serves sandwiches and grilled dishes. Coats of Arm Bar features a pool table and library, as well as sweeping ocean views. Jetwing Lighthouse is 146 km from Colombo’s Bandaranaike International Airport. It is easily accessible from attractions like Galle Fort, Galle Markets and the shopping street. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $223.

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• 16 Radisson Blu Resort Galle Galle, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Galle. Located in the historic fort city of Galle on the southern coast of Sri Lanka, Radisson Blu Resort, Galle is a luxury resort featuring rooms and suites, an outdoor pool with a pool bar, spa and fitness centre. All rooms boast of a direct view of the Indian Ocean, carefully designed to offer living spaces with a 40-inch LED TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, work desk, mini bar, tea and coffee making and ironing facilities. The bathrooms offer a rain shower, complimentary toiletries, bathrobe and bath slippers and hair dryers. Fusion is Radisson Blu Resort, Galle’s signature all-day dining restaurant serving a buffet breakfast. A range of Asian and International cuisine is prepared from live cooking stations using only fresh and hand-picked produce, and is available for lunch and dinner. Bommu Rooftop Bar offers a panoramic view of the surroundings along with cocktails and finger foods. The Lounge is Radisson Blu Resort, Galle’s unique offering to its guests who are looking to rest and relax during an early arrival or late check-out. The Lounge offers complimentary luggage-size lockers, showers, a sitting area and Wi-Fi. A Food and Beverage outlet is also available for guest convenience. The Resort also offers a dedicated Kids Club with a variety of supervised activities to keep our young guests occupied. Dutch Church Galle is 5 km from Radisson Blu Resort, Galle, while Galle Fort is 3 km away. Show full description Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around $117.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!