Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at The Merchant

The Merchant features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Galle. This property is located a short distance from attractions such as Galle Light house, Dutch Church Galle, and Galle International Cricket Stadium. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. All units at the hotel come 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. The Merchant offers certain rooms that include a balcony, and every room includes a kettle. At the accommodation every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. A Full English/Irish, Asian or vegetarian breakfast is available daily 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 Merchant include Galle Fort Beach, Lighthouse Beach and Mahamodara Beach. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 14 km from the hotel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Asian, Breakfast to go


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
8.9
High score for Galle
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Kasuni
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    Very clean and friendly staff. They even made me a dish that wasn’t on the list upon request.
  • Sumita
    India India
    The location, attention to detail, excellent food, top notch staff , everything was perfect!
  • Emily
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The rooms were beautifully decorated and extremely well equipped. The service was truly exceptional. The general manager goes above and beyond. We stayed at three five star resorts during our stay and the service at the Merchant truly stood out.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • 1710
    • Cuisine
      Local • Asian • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Facilities of The Merchant
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dressing room
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live music/performance
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Wake-up service
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
Wellness
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

Available 24 hours

Check-out

From 11:00 to 11:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
US$30 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$40 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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FAQs about The Merchant

  • Guests staying at The Merchant can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Asian
    • Breakfast to go

  • The nearest beach is just 250 yards from The Merchant. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Merchant has 1 restaurant:

    • 1710

  • Room options at The Merchant include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • The prices at The Merchant may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Merchant offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Neck massage
    • Bike tours
    • Back massage
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Hand massage
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Bicycle rental
    • Live music/performance
    • Couples massage
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Full body massage
    • Cooking class
    • Foot massage
    • Walking tours
    • Head massage
    • Beach

  • Check-in at The Merchant is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:30.

  • The Merchant is 850 yards from the centre of Galle. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.