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At the guest house, units are fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All units will provide guests with a outdoor furniture and a kettle.

À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fruits are available each morning at the guest house.

I had a great stay here, great for solo travelers, well located where you can walk anywhere, nice staff and nice breakfast

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9
Wonderful
792 reviews
Price from
$50
per night

The units at the guest house feature private entrance and soundproofing so guests can enjoy a peaceful stay. Featuring a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and bathrobes, units at the guest house also boast free WiFi, while certain rooms have a terrace. At the guest house, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels.

Nice location right on the beach,beautiful views from the patio, the breakfast is amazing and they serve dinner upon request which is also delicious. There are nice bars and restaurants within a walking distance from the property on the beach. Above all Saman and hus family are super friendly and will take care of you and help you as a friend to enjoy your time to the max 😀

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9.7
Exceptional
109 reviews
Price from
$31.50
per night

The guest house provides guests with a terrace, garden views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a fridge and a minibar, and a private bathroom with bath and bathrobes. Units are equipped with a kettle, while certain rooms also offer a balcony and others also have lake views. At the guest house, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels.

Book here with no regrets, place is very beautiful and charming, rooms are very comfortable and people who works there are kind. It was the most elegant accommodation we had in 12 days of Sri Lanka.

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9.2
Wonderful
346 reviews
Price from
$63.20
per night

With a private bathroom, units at the guest house also feature free WiFi, while some rooms are fitted with a terrace.

Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the guest house.

It was such a nice place! Indika and his family are just awesome and make the best food in the world. We liked it so much that we stayed a night longer, even it was pouring rain the whole day. We will definitely come back.

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9
Wonderful
222 reviews
Price from
$29
per night

Featuring free WiFi and a sun terrace, Sirène Galle Fort offers accommodation in Galle, 200 metres from Dutch Church Galle.

There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. The guest house also offers bike hire.

The breakfast was the best we’ve had in Sri Lanka. The location is perfect - in Galle Fort but along a quiet yet central street.

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9.1
Wonderful
438 reviews
Price from
$49
per night

At the guest house, every unit is fitted with a balcony. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and bathrobes, units at the guest house also have free WiFi. At the guest house, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels.

At the guest house, the restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and brunch and serves Italian cuisine.

-Really friendly & helpful host -Inbetween hikkaduwa beach and Galle -10 min walk to the main road, every 10 minutes a public bus in either direction -huge & nice breakfast -really clean room -the host let me check out later & use his shower again

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9.4
Wonderful
114 reviews
Price from
$20
per night

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.

At Wijenayake's - Beach Haven Guest House - Galle Fort, you will find a shared lounge area.

Great location in the Middle of the fort. Everything was easy to access. Felt very safe being alone there with my son. Good breakfast and Manager very helpful

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9
Wonderful
494 reviews
Price from
$27.06
per night

Situated just a 3-minuite walk from the beach, Lahiru Villa is located in Galle. It offers bicycle rentals and car hire. Free WiFi access is available in public area.

The guest house is 2.8 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, 3.2 km from Dutch Church Galle and 3.3 km from Galle Fort.

This homestay is managed by a delightful Sri Lankan family. The room was spotless and conveniently close to the beach. We enjoyed some authentic Sri Lankan meals offered at a very reasonable price, especially the delicious Sri Lankan Chicken Curry. The owner and his wife were incredibly friendly and helpful throughout our stay. They even arranged a jungle safari for us at a better price compared to what we found in Galle. Additionally, the owner has his own tuk-tuk and can take you around, which is quite convenient. Highly recommended place for a memorable stay!

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9.4
Wonderful
109 reviews
Price from
$19
per night

Located just 2 km from Mihiripenna Beach, Happy Valley Residence Unawatuna offers accommodation in Galle with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as a shared kitchen. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. The guest house features family rooms and facilities for disabled guests.

The attention and the place made us want to extend our stay with my partner. We definitely recommend this place.

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10
Exceptional
13 reviews
Price from
$23.75
per night

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace, Tropical Villa is set in Galle. This guest house offers free private parking, free shuttle service and free WiFi. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

Best place ive been in 4 weeks of travel in sri lanka. You get your own little house next to the hosts, the room is very clean and spacious. You get a smart tv and mini fridge too. The hosts are a family that live next to you. They washed some of my clothes and made me the best breakfast ive had. Honestly one of the most genuine people ive met. I wish I could have stayed longer, I really didnt want to leave. If I come back to galle, I’ll make sure to book this place again

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9.6
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
$20
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travelers who prefer laid-back accommodations with a personal touch. Usually family run, these hosts will provide local recommendations and even optional meals. Guest houses sometimes feature a cozy living room or a garden – and are still cheaper than most regular hotels.
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Guest Houses That Travelers Love in Galle

  • Avg. price/night: $50
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 177 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.
    Casper
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $180
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 145 reviews
    The guesthouse was clean and really lovely. The host was very helpful and friendly. A great location and right in the centre of the fort. The breakfast was really tasty. Thank you for having us
    Annette
    Young couple
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 238 reviews
    Great location inside Galle Fort. Great host and a very good breakfast provided.
    John
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $114.22
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 312 reviews
    Huge comfortable room in stylish building. Large pool surrounded by frangipani trees and dipped into by the resident kingfisher. Small guest house in quiet location with great garden. Hosts and staff delightful and very helpful. Tuk tuks and excellent informed drivers available - helped us with train ticket buying and sending mail. Enjoyed the call to prayer from nearby mosque.
    Barbara
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $64.17
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 121 reviews
    A lovely room with a private entrance in a colonial house. Good location, very comfortable, spotlessly clean room, very quiet. The host family are charming and cannot do too much to help
    Jennifer
    Solo traveler
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 6 reviews
    - Great location, just outside Galle Fort in a quiet street. A tuktuk ride away from Galle Fort. - The pool was a great relief from the heat and we more than appreciated it. - Beautiful garden - Our host and his helper were very friendly, attentive and welcoming.
    Andrea
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $273.73
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 157 reviews
    A super charming boutique hotel with one of the coolest bars in Galle. Wonderful service and food. It was a great stay in a great location to explore Galle Fort. Would highly recommend.
    SonnyInMtl
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $20
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 236 reviews
    This guest house was in a great location, just 5 mins walk away from the train and bus stations and 10 mins walk to the fort. Clean and very comfortable - great air con and a quiet location. The host was friendly & helpful and we enjoyed a lovely homemade breakfast each day. Great value. The shared bathroom is only shared between 2 rooms so never an issue & right outside the room. Thoroughly recommend to others.
    Deborah
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 103 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.
    Lukas
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $70.38
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 287 reviews
    In the heart of Galle, but on a very quiet street. I actually stayed in the next door guesthouse. Nicely furnished and spotlessly clean. Definitely have breakfast, it’s delicious and pretty substantial. The host and staff are all very charming and super helpful. I’ll stay again next time I’m in town.
    symon
    Solo traveler