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Galle Fort Hotel


Hotel class 4.0 of 5
28 Church Street, Galle, Sri Lanka
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5 of 5 stars
Ipswich
15 Nov 2009 | Trip type: Couples

We stayed for 5 very rainy but wonderful days at the Galle Fort Hotel, the hotel is beautifully decorated, well maintained and very clean, the staff were incredibly attentive and helpful. The owner, Karl and the manager, Euan are very approachable, giving the hotel a very personalised service which we were very appreciative of. The hotel itself is in a... more

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1 of 5 stars
Singapore
6 Nov 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel

The Galle Fort Hotel strikes the right balance. Rooms are well appointed and spotless. Accomodation and F&B both represent good value for money and the staff manage to be attentive yet discreet. Overall it was a very pleasant stay and I would not hesitate to recommend it. more

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5 of 5 stars
Dubai
1 Nov 2009 | Trip type: Couples

We stayed at the Galle Fort for just 2 nights in September 2009 and we loved it! It is such a unique little gem in a charming little corner of Sri Lanka. The rooms were tastefully decorated with big comfy 4 poster bed. There was a general good happy feeling about the hotel with a splash of luxury and yet... more

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5 of 5 stars
Sydney
20 Oct 2009 | Trip type: Couples

After a week on 'the road' it was with great pleasure that we arrived at this magical hotel, to swim, relax and escape the troubles of this charming land. A friend said that Sri Lankan food was the best in Asia, well the Galle Fort, has the best in the country . . . our only wish was that we... more

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5 of 5 stars
Sydney
16 Oct 2009 | Trip type: Couples

Sadly we had only 3 nights with Karl Steinberg and Chris Ong at the Galle Fort Hotel, but what an experience it was! On arrival we were upgraded to a Loft Suite and they gave us the option to try any of their other suites that were available at the time. Our experience was like living in their private home.... more

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1 of 5 stars
13 Oct 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/4 found this review helpful

We stayed in Galle recently and were there on the day the president was speaking in recent elections.Having been to Galle before we were keen to explore more and look at other hotels for future reference.As per our guide book,usually an excellent source of information(Brandt,by Royston Ellis)we were recommended that we would be welcome at the hotel for drinks etc.However... more

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karl steinberg, owner

Dear Norfolknic, Our license doesn't allow us to serve outside guests from our cafe bar until after midday That's the only reason we couldn't serve you at 11 o'clock. It wasn't unfriendly and it wasn't inhospitable. It's our commitment to respect the laws of Sri Lanka and to always show sensitivity to the beliefs of our community of Muslim and...

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5 of 5 stars
SEA
6 Oct 2009 | Trip type: Couples

Quaint, quirky atmosphere: check. Delicious, value-for-money food: check. Warm, inviting service: check. Comfortable accommodation: check. Where can you find these except at the Galle Fort Hotel? We stayed at the GHF for 3 nights and have turned into fans of the place. Arriving in the dead of the night after a three hour journey from Colombo only added to the... more

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5 of 5 stars
China
24 Sep 2009 | Trip type: Couples

From the moment we entered this beautiful boutique hotel and were welcomed by one of the owners, Karl, we felt at home. Situated in an old colonial building, wonderful renovated, with a huge pool, big, clean rooms and very, very friendly staff. The whole atmosphere shines with hospitality and makes you feel relaxed. The food is exquise and beautifully served.... more

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5 of 5 stars
cork
17 Sep 2009 | Trip type: Couples
0/1 found this review helpful

come from the mayhem of sri lankan roads to the oasis that is galle fort and enter the galle fort hotel.understated style ,so subtle that you dont realise that all your needs are being looked after by a superb staff.fusion food at its best.its style reminded me of paris .this hotel is a must for the discerning traveller. james riordan,ireland. more

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5 of 5 stars
Sydney, Australia
15 Sep 2009 | Trip type: Couples

I haven't previously written a Tripadvisor review but felt inspired to after reading the latest review of this hotel, where I and my partner stayed earlier this year. Our experience of the food was completely different from this reviewer's - everything fresh, varied and inventive. And we found the verandah areas spacious and very much in tune with the Dutch... more

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28 Church Street, Galle, Sri Lanka
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