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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.

P
Paulina
From
Singapore
Ashan and his family went way beyond expectations to make this stay magical. sri lankan breakfast every day where they cook delicious local dishes for us to try. the house is so beautiful, quiet, homey. the surroundings are super peaceful yet not too far from the beach. We rented a car so this was perfect. if you don't have a car, maybe a bit annoying to have to call tuk tuks all the time. The yoga place nearby is amazing. the nature around is beautiful, this stay could not have been better. I was working from the house and the wifi was very strong, and there was a table with a chair in the room so it was also easy to work.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

SILVER RAIL

Galle City, Galle

Offering a terrace and city view, SILVER RAIL is located in Galle, 1.3 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium and 1.9 km from Galle Fort.

M
Megan
From
New Zealand
I had a lovely stay at silver rail. it was in a great location, a manageable walk to Galle fort. The room was comfortable and nice. The family were amazing, they went above and beyond to make sure we had the best experience. Great hosts and beautiful people. Definitely recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 209 reviews
Price from
US$10.40
1 night, 2 adults

Villa Ema

Galle

Set within 400 metres of Boossa Beach and 7.1 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium, Villa Ema provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Galle.

S
Sarah
From
Germany
We were guests at Villa Ema for a week and it was difficult to leave. The villa is beautiful and gives you the feeling of being on holiday but at the same time a bit of home. We don't need to talk about the cleanliness - everything 10/10 and the service too. Every morning there is an insanely great authentic breakfast prepared by the grandmother. The family that manages this accommodation is just great, lovely and they turn every wish into reality. I even got a birthday present at the end. It was a wonderful holiday that I won't forget, we are very grateful for this hospitality and will definitely be back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
Price from
US$55
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.

V
Varvara
From
Greece
The room was very clean and comfortable so we felt it like home from the first time. Hosts were very friendly and kind and they did their best for us, especially their daughter who speaks very good English and she helped us even with the informations we needed about our transportation. We have to mention also that they made for us a special breakfast from Sri Lanka that we wanted to try. We highly recommend this hotel for vacations!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Price from
US$40
1 night, 2 adults

4ty two Homestay Galle

Galle City, Galle

Located in Galle, 800 metres from Mahamodara Beach and 1.9 km from the centre, 4ty two Homestay Galle provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

S
Schmidmeier
From
Spain
The owners were so so so lovely and kind and warm. The priority was beautiful, made us feel like at home. You can see how much love they put into it. The rooms were very nice and big and clean and even had a balcony and we had an over head fan. The end was confortable and we chose to have breakfast at their home and the breakfast was amazing! They even cooked us Banana Pancakes! I can only highly recommend this home stay! 10 out of 10. Best home stay we stayed at so far here in the south.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 250 reviews
Price from
US$18
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.

J
JuXo
From
Ireland
Nice owner, nice location, awesome view Room has everything you need Breakfast was different every day and it was really tasty, local food Free parking, decent WiFi
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 195 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.

A
Aušra
From
Lithuania
My friend and I recently had the pleasure of staying at Deltora Villa and I can confidently say it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment we stepped through the door, we were welcomed with genuine warmth and hospitality by the owners. Throughout our stay, the owners provided us with exceptional service, going above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of our visit was perfect. They were incredibly attentive to our needs and ensuring that we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The accommodation itself was comfortable, clean, and well-appointed, providing the perfect backdrop for our adventures in the area. But it was the exceptional service provided by the owners that truly made our stay unforgettable. I cannot recommend Deltora Villa highly enough to fellow travelers, especially friends looking for a memorable getaway. Thank you to the owners for an incredible experience – we can't wait to return!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 417 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.

S
Sergio
From
Spain
Everthing. The best owner and helpfull staff. Indika is very kind, Thanks to him I was able to fix a problem I had and I resolved it. It helps you with everything you need. I really recommend this accommodation, right in front of the beach. Perfect accommodation, everything very clean, spacious, quiet and clean. The restaurant next to the beach is very good and very well priced, with a lot of variety. I 100% recommend staying if you plan to go to Galle and surrounding areas.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 324 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

Jayalath Homestay and Apartments

Galle

Set within 1.3 km of Mahamodara Beach and 2.3 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium in Galle, Jayalath Homestay and Apartments features accommodation with seating area.

V
Vera_Michael
From
Austria
The room was very spacious with 3 beds (2 single beds and 1 double bed).The beds and cushions were very comfortable. We enjoyed our short stay at this place a lot. It offers all you need. The family is very nice, helpful and warmhearted - we felt warmly welcome and plan to come again. :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews
Price from
US$11
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.

G
Gareth
From
Ireland
This was my first home stay and it did not disappoint. Aroshina and her family were so kind and accommodating, making me feel so comfortable. The location is close to Galle. They have a tuk tuk and were happy to offer lifts as needed. The cooking course was also well worth doing. We cooked an array of local dishes, even making our own coconut milk.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
Price from
US$43.61
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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Enjoy breakfast in Galle and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

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$562.74 per night

Home Living Unit

Galle
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 313 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 per night

Sunset Fort Galle

Galle
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 368 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$70.40 per night

Green turf

Galle
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 152 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$24.50 per night

Fort Dew Guest House

Galle
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 390 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, 1,076 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$90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews

Set 300 metres from Dutch Church Galle in Galle, Beatrice House features free WiFi access and free private parking. Some units have a seating area where you can relax.

From US$40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews

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.

Save money on homestays 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, 161 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

The Residence Galle Fort

Galle
Budget options available

Situated in Galle, 500 metres from Galle Fort Beach and 2.9 km from the centre, The Residence Galle Fort features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a terrace.

From US$96.80 per night

Muhsin Villa - Galle Fort

Galle
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews

Conveniently located in Galle, Muhsin Villa offers homely and comfortable accommodation within 200 metres from Galle Fort and Galle Fort National Museum.

From US$81 per night

The Bend

Galle
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 182 reviews

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

From US$49.50 per night

56 by Deco - Galle Fort

Galle
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 119 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$95.70 per night

Bastille

Galle
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews

Set in Galle, 100 metres from Galle Fort Beach and 3.2 km from the centre, Bastille offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a bar.

From US$55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 920 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$54.69 per night

Rampart View Guesthouse

Galle
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 206 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

Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Galle and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Right in the centre of Galle, set within a short distance of Mahamodara Beach and Galle International Cricket Stadium, Havenfort Guest Room offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities...

From US$32.67 per night

Caritas Rest

Galle
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 104 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$29.61 per night

Ocean breeze

Galle
Central location

Ocean breeze provides accommodation located 2 km from the centre of Galle and offers a garden and a terrace. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

From US$28.80 per night

Marien Inn

Galle
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews

Set 700 metres from Galle International Cricket Stadium, Marien Inn offers accommodation with a terrace.

From US$16.34 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 276 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 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 248 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$42 per night

Sunset Beach Villa

Galle
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

Set in Galle, 100 metres from Mahamodara Beach, Sunset Beach Villa offers accommodation with a private beach area, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From US$29.04 per night

Old Dutch House

Galle
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 338 reviews

Ideally located in the centre of Galle, Old Dutch House offers express check-in and check-out and free private parking.

From US$27.50 per night

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Homestays that guests love in Galle

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Avg. price/night: US$21
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews
Nice homestay a bit outside of the city Galle. Cool atmosphere and great host! We had dinner and breakfast there which was really good as well! Would love to come back sometime! 😊
Guest review by
Sarah
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews
Orchard House is a gem in Galle Fort. It has a beautiful, lush garden courtyard and breakfast/seating area, and a pool with loungers for when the heat becomes too much. The staff are absolutely excellent - nothing is too much trouble, at any time of day. The place is furnished like a private home and we felt extremely relaxed and at home here.
Guest review by
Hilary
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$70
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 324 reviews
Indiko and Shadow (the dog) are great hosts. Indiko takes good care of you and likes to tell you more about his live and living at the beach near Galle. Galle is 10 minutes by tuktuk. The food in the homestay is great.
Guest review by
arnevanginkel
Solo traveller