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Villa White Queen is a modern 2-storey property offering rooms with garden views. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi in its common areas and free parking is available.

Located in Galle, Villa White Queen is 2 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium and 3 km from Galle Harbour and Galle Fort National Museum. Unawatuna Beach is a 10-minute drive away while it takes 15 minutes by car to reach Galle Fort.

The best value for that price, huge 2 floors apartment, 2 pools, very polite staff, good restaurant at the villa

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9.6
Exceptional
313 reviews
Price from
£68
per night

Right in the heart of Galle, situated within a short distance of Mahamodara Beach and Galle Fort Beach, No 31 offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as an oven and coffee machine. It is set 1.5 km from Lighthouse Beach and offers a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

Super clean, refreshing welcome, extremely helpful and accommodating owner. Pre-airconditioned bedrooms were pleasant. Fast internet. Big smart tv with working YouTube. Very well equipped apartment for long term stays. Pity we planned just one night.

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9.5
Exceptional
10 reviews
Price from
£37
per night

Set in Galle, 1.3 km from Bonavista Beach and 1.8 km from Jungle Beach, D2 Villa Unawatuna offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Galle Fort is 5 km away and Dutch Church Galle is 5 km from the villa.

The room is very clean and new, the area around is very silent and it was very comfortable to sleep! Squirrels live on the tree near the balcony, which we liked :) of course there are many animals around, but they never get inside the room.

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9.8
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
£20
per night

The Shades Galle features accommodation within 1.7 km of the centre of Galle, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a toaster. This villa provides free private parking and a shared kitchen. Featuring a private entrance, the villa allows guests to maintain their privacy.

A lovely place to be, very kind host, awesome garden with pool and very kind staff. Thank you!

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9.2
Superb
17 reviews
Price from
£54
per night

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, sea view and a terrace, A 03 Bedroom Villa in Galle Fort with Roof Terrace & Pool is located in Galle. Among the facilities at this property are full-day security and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 2.9 km from the city centre and 500 metres from Lighthouse Beach.

The villa was exceptional! It was a very spacious villa which was luxurious and peaceful. Its a perfect place to relax your mind and get out the busy life. The Hospitality of Sujee and the rest of the team is beyond expectations. This is a very unique villa in the heart of the Galle Fort. There's nothing to complain, we loved and enjoyed our stay and wished we could stay a little more longer.

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9.3
Superb
8 reviews
Price from
£202
per night

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, garden view and a patio, Medusa Bungalow - Galle is located in Galle. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. The villa also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

Everything about this house was amazing! the house, the garden, the pool , the service! Amilani was a great host accommodating all our needs. Breakfast was exceptional, freshly prepared at the house. Pictures don't do this place enough justice. The only thing to consider is that the distance to Galle is about 20-25 minutes.

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9.6
Exceptional
23 reviews
Price from
£174
per night

Set within less than 1 km of Mahamodara Beach and 1.8 km of Galle Fort Beach in the centre of Galle, Galle City Nest offers accommodation with free WiFi and seating area. With mountain views, this accommodation features a patio. When staying at the holiday home, guests can use private entrance.

Very good place to stay & friendly staff.

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9
Superb
51 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

SUNSET BEACH HAVEN, Entire Villa, Beachfront, Pool, Private provides accommodation located 4.1 km from the centre of Galle and offers water sports facilities and pool with a view. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The villa features an outdoor fireplace and a 24-hour front desk.

very calm and exquisite place !!

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9.1
Superb
23 reviews
Price from
£207
per night

Set in Galle 10 minutes to Unawatuna Beach, The Jungle Loft Galle provides accommodation with air conditioning and access to a garden. Free WiFi is available.

A terrace with garden views is offered in all units.

The vibe at The Jungle Loft was amazing! The staff were super helpful and welcoming and this morning at breakfast the owner came and chatted with me. The room I stayed in was super cute and the bed was comfortable.

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9.1
Superb
51 reviews
Price from
£89
per night

Situated in Galle with Boossa Beach and Pitiwella Beach nearby, Star Nodes Villa features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 2.5 km from Dadalla West Beach, 7 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium and 7.4 km from Dutch Church Galle. Galle Fort National Museum is 7.3 km away and Japanese Peace Pagoda is 12 km from the villa.

In short: The villa is just great, front and back garden, 2 AC bedrooms... just lovely! But the best part - the hosts. These warm people make you feel looked after and well-cared for. Every morning they will bring us fresh breakfast - jug of smoothie, plate of fresh fruit, nome-made curry and coconut sambol (due to our request). The villa is super-close to the beach, yet it is secluded. Sit and enjoy cold arrack on the rocks and palm treems are above your head... I cannot recommend more Star Nodes villa for an unforgettable relaxing stay. Into the detais: it was super - easy for taxy driver from Colombo to find the property. The hosts met us at the gate, helped us with the luggage, got us a cold welcome drink. They showed us around the house, gave us their contact number in case we need anything and let us chill. Next morning - here they come at the agreed time, bringing us massive tasty breakfast. The only thing to decide is whether we enjoy our food in the fronnt garden or in the one at the back of the house. The villa is completely secure and safe. Saji, host's son, was kind to take us around to the shops for beers, arrack, food with his tuktuk ( for which we were more than pleased to pay the modest ''taxi'' rates). In evenings we just sat and enjoyed the sky, dinner and us two being together. We cannot wait to come back to Star Nodes Villa!

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9.1
Superb
18 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

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  • Villa White Queen
    Breakfast options
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 313 reviews

    Villa White Queen is a modern 2-storey property offering rooms with garden views. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi in its common areas and free parking is available.

    The room was big, beautiful design, amazing staff!!

  • The Shades Galle
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 17 reviews

    The Shades Galle features accommodation within 1.7 km of the centre of Galle, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a toaster.

    A lovely place to be, very kind host, awesome garden with pool and very kind staff. Thank you!

  • Medusa Bungalow - Galle
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 23 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, garden view and a patio, Medusa Bungalow - Galle is located in Galle.

    Swimming pool, super kind staff, cleanliness, breakfast

  • The Jungle Loft Galle
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 51 reviews

    Set in Galle 10 minutes to Unawatuna Beach, The Jungle Loft Galle provides accommodation with air conditioning and access to a garden. Free WiFi is available.

    Quiet, cozy place. Beautiful gardens with black monkeys. Delicious home cooked meals.

  • Star Nodes Villa
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 18 reviews

    Situated in Galle with Boossa Beach and Pitiwella Beach nearby, Star Nodes Villa features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Very friendly and kind people Very Clean place and maintenance Food was awesome 👍

  • Nalendra Villa - Oceanfront
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 10 reviews

    NALENDRA villa provides self-catering guest facilities and friendly, professional service.The villa is located on Galle road in Boossa. 7 km from Galle historic town centre and the Hikkaduwa and...

    Schöne Villa, sehr ruhig und freundliches Personal

  • The Country House Chalets
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 30 reviews

    Situated 5.7 km from Galle Fort, The Country House Chalets offers air-conditioned accommodation with a patio. There is a private entrance at the chalet for the convenience of those who stay.

    Very nice location with quick access to the city. Very good food.

  • Jetwing Kurulubedda
    Breakfast options
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 19 reviews

    Jetwing Kurulubedda boasts luxurious villas with private plunge pools, lounge platforms and butler service. Featuring Ayurvedic treatments, it has free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and organic garden.

    intégration dans la nature faune et flore en contact direct reposant

These cottages in Galle have options with FREE cancellation

  • No 31
    Free cancellation options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 10 reviews

    Right in the heart of Galle, situated within a short distance of Mahamodara Beach and Galle Fort Beach, No 31 offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as an oven and coffee...

    The location is very good.. The convenience of traveling is very high as it is near the railway station and the bus station.

  • D2 Villa Unawatuna
    Free cancellation options available
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Set in Galle, 1.3 km from Bonavista Beach and 1.8 km from Jungle Beach, D2 Villa Unawatuna offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Великолепный номер , чистый , все новое , все удобства для готовки есть ) Отзывчивые хозяева были на связи 25/7 Рекомендую 5/5👌🫶🏻

  • Galle City Nest
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 51 reviews

    Set within less than 1 km of Mahamodara Beach and 1.8 km of Galle Fort Beach in the centre of Galle, Galle City Nest offers accommodation with free WiFi and seating area.

    bedste lokation, bedste udsigt og bedste vært i Galle!!

  • Breeze Villa Unawatuna
    Free cancellation options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 25 reviews

    Set in Galle, 2.3 km from Bonavista Beach and 2.6 km from Jungle Beach, Breeze Villa Unawatuna offers air conditioning.

    Lasantha was the best host!!! Made everything perfect.

  • Oynise Beach Cabin
    Free cancellation options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 322 reviews

    Ideally situated in the centre of Galle, Oynise Beach Cabin features free WiFi, a private beach area and free private parking for guests who drive.

    Just an absolutly lovely and cheap place to stay. Thank you so much

  • Smile Beach Home
    Free cancellation options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 479 reviews

    Smile Beach Home provides accommodation set 3.9 km from the centre of Galle and features a private beach area and water sports facilities.

    Lovely people, extremely beautiful place and surrounding.

  • Bara Beach Home
    Free cancellation options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 806 reviews

    Offering a restaurant and a private beach area, Bara Beach Home is located in Galle. Free WiFi access is available in this holiday home.

    The best hotel in Sri Lanka to our mind. We loved it!

  • Jetwing Galle Heritage Home
    Free cancellation options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6 reviews

    Located in Galle, within 2.5 km of Bonavista Beach and 2.9 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium, Jetwing Galle Heritage Home provides accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking...

    Breakfast was superb 👌 Location is ever so peaceful and relaxing.

Travelling by car? These cottages in Galle offer free parking!

  • Villa 382
    Free parking
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 6 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Villa 382 is situated in Galle, 3 km from Dadalla West Beach and 3.6 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium.

    Der Eigentümer ist super lieb und hat uns geholfen Scooter auszuleihen und zum Verleih gefahren. Der Pool ist ein echtes Highlight gewesen.

  • Hanthane.Lk
    Free parking
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 12 reviews

    Situated just 1.9 km from Bonavista Beach, Hanthane.Lk features accommodation in Galle with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as private check-in and check-out.

    I would highly recommend that to anyone seeking a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

  • Villa Helvetia
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7 reviews

    Located in Galle, Villa Helvetia provides accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

  • Bird Villa
    Free parking
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 27 reviews

    Bird Villa features accommodation within less than 1 km of the centre of Galle, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a toaster, a fridge and a minibar.

    On a adoré l'accueil de notre hôte et la visite de son jardin !

  • Villa Harbour View
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7 reviews

    Set between Unawatuna beach and Galle Fort, Villa Harbour View offers self-catering accommodation with free Wi-Fi. It has a garden and provides free parking.

    This is a very nice place to stay you have calm and quiet nothing to complain

  • Singapore Bungalow Galle

    Situated 700 metres from Mahamodara Beach and 2.3 km from Walawwatta Beach in the centre of Galle, Singapore Bungalow Galle features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Southwinds, Pilagoda Estate Bungalow

    Set in Galle, Southwinds, Pilagoda Estate Bungalow offers accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

  • Lilac vila
    Free parking

    Set 2.4 km from Narigama beach, 2.5 km from Seenigama Beach and 22 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, Lilac vila offers accommodation situated in Galle.

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Cottages that guests love in Galle

  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 59 reviews
    This is a small hotel with three rooms. The staff here takes good care of the guests. Don't expect a fully functional reception desk. It is more like an upscale homestay. Having said that, i must add that this bungalow has been lovingly restored, it is aesthetically pleasing and there is a touch of personalised care in everything. Best place to stay inside the galle fort.
    Payer tolay shorshe
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £111.53
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 207 reviews
    This was my second visit and it was even better than last year. Ginganga Lodge is quite exceptional with 6 beautifully designed suites in the midst of idyllic tropical gardens and surrounded by nature. It is the perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of Galle city yet it is just a short tuk tuk ride away. The restaurant offers well presented delicious meals and the staff are always friendly and attentive. A thoroughly enjoyable finale to our visit to Sri Lanka
    Helen
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £11.71
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 188 reviews
    I was so lucky to find this cute Linda's place in the perfect location, just a 2-3 walk from the Galle fort and the bus station. My room was cosy, clean with a big comfy bed. Linda is a great host and if I ever come back to Galle (hopefully) I'll definitely stay at her cottages! 🙂Thank you Linda!
    Vasiljkovic
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £119.50
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 68 reviews
    This charming colonial-style hotel in Galle offers a fantastic location just a short stroll from the historic center of town. Having been lovingly restored, our room was beautifully appointed with elegant furnishings that reflected the hotel's colonial heritage. We thoroughly enjoyed the food and drinks served in the restaurant, and the staff were incredibly attentive and helpful throughout our stay. Overall, I would highly recommend this hotel for its ideal location, lovely ambience, delicious dining, and exceptional service.
    Anna
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £43.82
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 79 reviews
    The hotel is in the middle of the mangrove jugle by the side of a large and beautiful Lagoon. Our cottage/cabin/room was on the top of it. Outside was so green and we had a private pool under the room and at the bank of the lagoon! T/he night was full moon and the nature was surreal. The staff were so nce to us, breakfast was complimentary and has been served at the floating restaurant! Lovely experience!
    Shahnaz
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £111.53
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 207 reviews
    The Lodge is situated away from the noise of Galle down little winding lanes and next to the river. Our room (half of a bungalow) was comfortable and attractively furnished and very quiet. We loved watching the shy, purple faced langurs in the tree from the open bathroom. Staff were kind and helpful and catered for my dietary needs. The pool was lovely and the food good. The owner took us into town and collected us whenever we wanted, by tuk tuk, which took about 15 mins.
    CHRISTINA
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £31.87
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 165 reviews
    Absolutely delightful stay! The charming ambiance, impeccable service, and cozy atmosphere made the experience truly memorable. A hidden gem that promises comfort and tranquility. Highly recommend !
    Gabriel
    Solo traveller
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 322 reviews
    We absolutely loved our stay! Vibe is perfect! Cosy beach cabin, and the food was honestly delicious! The lovely staff made us feel incredibly welcome, and our 3 day stay became a week because we loved our time!
    Max
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £79.67
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 519 reviews
    We stayed in the hotel for 1 night which is ideally located to visit the fortress / old town. The entrance to the hotel leads through a small garden which feels like a little oasis in the middle of the heat of Galle. The hotel itself is designed and decorated with a lot of style. The staff was very friendly and helpful, they even surprised us with a free room upgrade upon arrival which was lovely. The charming room with a balcony was very clean and cozy. We recommend when staying at Galle.
    Laura
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £119.56
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 442 reviews
    Beautifully restored old building in the middle of the UNESCO heritage part of Galle. I was lucky enough to get a tower room with sea view on all sides. Small, but very cozy. Staff is very friendly and attentive. The breakfast is delicious. A place to come back to!
    Felix
    Solo traveller