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Happy Valley Residence Unawatuna

Galle

Located just 7 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, Happy Valley Residence Unawatuna offers accommodation in Galle with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as a shared kitchen.

V
Veshalini
From
Malaysia
I love everything about this place, so aesthetic and clean. So far Its my best stay in Sri Lanka. The breakfast also was good. And Its accessible to beach nearby which took us less than 10 mins by car. I would really recommend this place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

Nirosha Guest House

Galle

Offering a garden and pool view, Nirosha Guest House is located in Galle, 2.9 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium and 3.1 km from Galle Fort.

L
Lance
From
Australia
From the moment you arrive you are made to feel very very welcome. Nothing is too much trouble. The place is extremely clean and well cared for. The home cooked breakfasts are something else. Local cuisine made traditionally. Some of the best food I have had. One of the best places I have ever stayed at. I would have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone travelling to Galle.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Price from
US$40
1 night, 2 adults

Saman Beach Guest House

Galle City, Galle

Attractively situated in Galle, Saman Beach Guest House features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace.

B
Bart
From
Belgium
What a tremendous experience. Located right at the beach with a perfect view. Great breakfast and an extremely friendly and helpful host. Ridiculously cheap. Must do👍👍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
Price from
US$36
1 night, 2 adults

Deltora Villa - free drop off to Galle Fort by TukTuk

Galle City, Galle

Ideally located in Galle, Deltora Villa - free drop off to Galle Fort by TukTuk offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

W
Wilsons
From
New Zealand
Great location. The room was not large but adequate for us. The breakfast was wonderful. Fresh fruit omelet, toast, yogurt, and juice. Pool was an added bonus before breakfast and on return from day out. The staff are all so friendly and helpful. With only 4 rooms it is not crowded. 100% would stay again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 408 reviews
Price from
US$91.52
1 night, 2 adults

Indika Beach Villa

Galle City, Galle

Indika Beach Villa is a beachfront property situated in Galle, 7 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium and 7.6 km from Dutch Church Galle.

M
Mari-Liis K.
From
Estonia
That was probably our favourite spot during our stay on the island. We were supposed to head to the central regions, but due to the weather situation in the mountains, returned for two more nights after our initial three. The place has the best atmosphere, right by the seafront and Indika was a super kind, welcoming and helpful host, along with his lovely family and of course dear Shadow. The food was really delicious and as for the waiting times mentioned by some below, it was more of a catch-of-the-day situation (husband really loved the chance to fish on the beach himself, also!), so that can really be expected and is absolutely worth it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 324 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

Villa Aroshina with cooking class

Galle City, Galle

Set in Galle, 800 metres from Mahamodara Beach and 1.1 km from the centre, Villa Aroshina with cooking class offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

F
Frans Åke
From
Sweden
The family was really great. They inviter you to be a part of the family. Aroshina, a shining star of social intelligence and ambition in life. Nice house and a room with fan, ac och hot water shower. Nice breakfast. Galle is really a nice place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
Price from
US$43.61
1 night, 2 adults

DiNi Galle

Galle City, Galle

DiNi Galle features accommodation set 1.2 km from the centre of Galle and provides a garden and a shared lounge.

C
Camillah
From
South Africa
Loved this warm and friendly guesthouse. Friendly and knowledgeable owner. Spacious room. Delicious breakfast. Sufficient AC. Functional wifi. The owner was kind enough to show me Galle Fort in his free time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews
Price from
US$18.90
1 night, 2 adults

Small House Boutique Guest House

Old Town, Galle

Boasting a garden, Small House Boutique Guest House is a guest house set in a historic building in the centre of Galle, close to Lighthouse Beach.

J
Jodie
From
Australia
Amazing breakfast, different each morning & they took the time & explained the local food to us. Location right in the middle of the old fort, easy access & walking to everything. Room size was large & bathroom very big. Decor lovely, even had our own private breakfast patio amongst the garden. Monkeys in the trees above. Definitely would stay again & not hesitate to recommend. Staff beautiful helpful people.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews
Price from
US$81.90
1 night, 2 adults

Seagreen Guesthouse - Galle Fort

Old Town, Galle

Located at the Galle Fort, Seagreen Guesthouse - Galle Fort provides affordable accommodation. Guests enjoy free WiFi access and comfortable rooms fitted with air conditioning.

F
Francois
From
France
Best night sleep of the entire trip
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 449 reviews
Price from
US$53.10
1 night, 2 adults

Lahiru Villa

Galle City, Galle

Attractively set in the centre of Galle, Lahiru Villa is a guest house, featuring air-conditioned rooms with parking on-site and room service.

E
Ella
From
Belgium
Awesome! It was a great location! Close to the beach. We recommend taking the bus to the center of Galle. It gets you there in 5 minutes for just 15 cents, and you can take any bus that passes by. The place was clean, and there was warm water! The staff was incredibly friendly. We highly recommend it to everyone!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 249 reviews
Price from
US$23
1 night, 2 adults
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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 899 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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Enjoy breakfast in Galle and nearby

La Muraille, Galle Fort features accommodation situated 2.7 km from the centre of Galle and provides a garden and a tennis court.

From US$337.87 per night

Home Living Unit

Galle
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 307 reviews

Conveniently situated in the centre of Galle, Home Living Unit provides free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$18.50 per night

Sunset Fort Galle

Galle
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews

Featuring free WiFi, a restaurant and a barbecue, Sunset Fort offers accommodation in Galle, 200 metres from Dutch Church Galle. Free private parking is available on site.

From US$59.50 per night

Green turf

Galle
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

Green turf offers accommodation set 2.3 km from the centre of Galle and features free bikes and a garden. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.8 km from Mahamodara Beach.

From US$23.96 per night

Fort Dew Guest House

Galle
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews

Set in Galle, 600 metres from Lighthouse Beach and 2.9 km from the centre, Fort Dew Guest House offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a terrace.

From US$82.50 per night

Arches Fort

Galle
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,070 reviews

Situated in the centre of Galle, 400 metres from Galle Fort Beach, the historic Arches Fort features accommodation with free WiFi and a garden.

From US$70 per night

Green House No 02

Galle
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Green House No 02 has a balcony and is set in Galle, within just 1.2 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium and 1.9 km of Galle Fort.

From US$13.31 per night

The Bend

Galle
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 183 reviews

The Bend features rooms with free WiFi in the centre of Galle. With city views, this accommodation features a balcony.

Save money on guest houses in Galle and nearby – budget options available

Zee Golf Affordable Luxury

Galle
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews

Located in Galle, 600 metres from Lighthouse Beach and 2.9 km from the centre, Zee Golf Affordable Luxury provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

From US$78.10 per night

56 by Deco - Galle Fort

Galle
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews

Situated in Galle, 300 metres from Lighthouse Beach and 3.1 km from the centre, 56 by Deco - Galle Fort features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a terrace.

From US$71.90 per night

Southern Comforts - Galle Fort

Galle
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 164 reviews

Situated in Galle, 300 metres from Lighthouse Beach and 3.1 km from the centre, Southern Comforts - Galle Fort features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

From US$53.40 per night

Comfort Inn- Galle Fort

Galle
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

Situated in Galle, 300 metres from Lighthouse Beach and 3.1 km from the centre, Comfort Inn- Galle Fort features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

From US$55 per night

le bella1912

Galle
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 407 reviews

Situated in Galle, a few steps from Galle Fort Beach and 3.2 km from the centre, le bella1912 features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

From US$50 per night

Rampart View Guesthouse

Galle
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 204 reviews

Rampart View Guesthouse features air-conditioned rooms with a balcony offering sea views and free Wi-Fi. Located in Galle Fort, the guesthouse is a 5-minute walk from Galle Town.

From US$65 per night

Devonia House - Galle

Galle
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Ideally located in Galle, Devonia House - Galle offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service. With garden views, this accommodation provides a terrace.

From US$90.75 per night

Cara White House

Galle
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Featuring pool views, Cara White House provides accommodation with balcony, around 2 km from Mahamodara Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$76.80 per night

Highly rated guest houses in Galle and nearby

Caritas Rest

Galle
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews

In a prime location in the centre of Galle, Caritas Rest provides free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$28.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews

Conveniently set in the centre of Galle, The Entrance Galle Fort is a guest house, providing air-conditioned rooms with parking on-site and room service.

From US$73.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 449 reviews

Located at the Galle Fort, Seagreen Guesthouse - Galle Fort provides affordable accommodation. Guests enjoy free WiFi access and comfortable rooms fitted with air conditioning.

From US$55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 240 reviews

Ideally set in the centre of Galle, Fort de 19 Villa - Galle Fort features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 201 reviews

Shoba Traveller's Tree Homes stay offers accommodation set 3 km from the centre of Galle and features a terrace and a shared lounge.

From US$40 per night

Nisala Guest

Galle
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews

Nisala Guest provides accommodation within 3.1 km of the centre of Galle, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and kitchenware.

From US$29 per night

Lighthouse Guest

Galle
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews

Set in the centre of Galle within 400 metres from Lighthouse Beach and 300 metres of Dutch Church Galle, Lighthouse Guest offers accommodation with seating area and a kitchenette.

From US$50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 899 reviews

Wijenayake's - Beach Haven Guest House - Galle Fort is located in Galle within the ancient Galle Fort. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

From US$44.22 per night

Guest Houses with swimming pools in Galle and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 633 reviews

Located in the centre of Galle, 18 Faces with free drop off to Galle Fort by TukTuk features pool with a view, a garden, free WiFi, and free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$100 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews

Situated in the centre of Galle, Villa Frangipani has an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, free WiFi, and free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews

Located in the centre of Galle, Canaya Boutique Villa features an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, free WiFi, and free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$40 per night

Cottage Haven Villa is a recently renovated guest house in Galle, where guests can makes the most of its outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace.

From US$35.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

Set within 1.5 km of Jungle Beach and 4.8 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium, The Calm Of8 offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Unawatuna.

From US$55.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Situated within 1.3 km of Bonavista Beach and 4.4 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium in Galle, Villa Water Lily offers accommodation with seating area.

From US$36.30 per night

Villa bonheur

Galle
Swimming pool

Situated within 4.6 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium and 4.8 km of Galle Fort, Villa bonheur features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Galle.

From US$135 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Well located in the centre of Galle, Senki Villa - Galle provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$42.35 per night

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Guest houses that travellers love in Galle

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Avg. price/night: US$82.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews
Love this place, relaxed vibe, clean, comfortable rooms, lovely friendly, quietly attentive staff, good food in a fantastic roof terrace restaurant, lovely spaces to hang out. Our host could not have been more accommodating or kind. The location is perfect to catch sunsets and sea breeze and an easy walk to sights, shops & cafes. Monkeys, iguanas, kingfishers and the hilarious crows hanging out too (not in the property!) Everything you'd want of a guesthouse. Highly recommend
Guest review by
Sarah
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$36
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
Beautiful Guesthouse right at the beach. The beach is clean and quiet. Saman is a great host, and we will definitely come back
Guest review by
Tim
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$53.40
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 164 reviews
Hafeel and family were extremely helpful and accommodating. The rooms were quaint but neat and centrally located within the fort. A very pleasant few days in Galle with great hosts.
Guest review by
Naidoo
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$40.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
Great location that is surrounded by nice places to go for coffee, drinks and eat. The bedroom was nice and quiet. It very much matched our expectations and the host is a very kind gentleman.
Guest review by
Casper
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$55
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews
The room was super nice, quiet, and with the air conditioning always comfortably cool. Ravi, the host, takes very good care of his guests and makes you feel very welcome. Breakfast is served on the balcony with a lovely view and includes a wide variety of fresh fruits, tea, toast and so much more. The guest house is perfectly located as it's close to everything you could want and need. All in all we had a wonderful time and can't recommend the guest house enough.
Guest review by
Lukas
Family with young children