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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.

S
ShanTanu
From
Germany
Ashan and his family have been a great host. I loved the hospitality and the warmth that they showed us. I would always recommend this place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

The Tide's Tale

Galle City, Galle

Set a few steps from Mahamodara Beach and 2.3 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium in the centre of Galle, The Tide's Tale offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

R
Ruth
From
Ireland
Everything was absolutely spotlessly clean and new. While a little on the small side, our room was very comfortable, good value for money, and the A/C was quiet. Delicious breakfast prepared with great care each day. Our host was so nice and helpful and welcoming. Could not fault one thing. The Tide’s Tale high score is well deserved.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
Price from
US$32
1 night, 2 adults

SILVER RAIL

Galle City, Galle

Located within 1.3 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium and 1.9 km of Galle Fort in Galle, SILVER RAIL provides accommodation with seating area.

N
Nikos
From
Greece
The best rooms i ve ever stayed in my life . Amazing
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 186 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.

B
Barbara
From
Austria
The house was exactly like on the photos and very very clean! The housekeeping was really friendly and thorough. The A/C was very modern and worked really well. Also the kitchen was quite good equipped.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews
Price from
US$55
1 night, 2 adults

SUNSET Cabana

Galle City, Galle

Ideally located in the centre of Galle, SUNSET Cabana offers express check-in and check-out and free private parking. This beachfront property offers access to a patio.

R
Rudolf
From
Czech Republic
Very pleasant welcome and feeling, great location right on the beach. If you want to meet nice Sri Lanka person, to experience an authentic stay, this is very best way! Last, but not least,very valuable for money. Great breakfast. Genuine interest of the owner. We stay in Deluxe apartment, it was very nice, comfortable and peaceful. ..a great and positively emotional experience for us.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 201 reviews
Price from
US$24.30
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.

M
Marco
From
Switzerland
Bihara and his family are super friendly hosts. They did everything that we felt comfortable. Bihara was always reachable via Whatsapp and answered quickly if we had questions. The room was great, big with a comfy bed, great working AC, even hot shower and a big table with chair. Perfect for people like us who had to work. It has a kettle and free coffee and tea in the room as well as in the kitchen. There is a separate kitchen just for the guests. The living room is huge and has very big tables where you eat breakfast. The breakfast was delicious and we got every morning something different. Another plus is the fast internet connection (fibre optic), which we appreciated because of working. There was also a dedicated parking space for our own TukTuk.
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.

G
Gregor
From
Slovenia
Clean, comfort, very nice host
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 234 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.

S
Savannah
From
United Kingdom
This is an absolutely wonderful place to stay! In terms of location and being right on the beach, you can't ask for more, we loved it. The room was exceptionally clean and we really appreciated having a little fridge too, which was a nice surprise. The breakfast was very tasty, and Saman and his family looked after us during our stay. We have stayed in seven different places so far whilst in Sri Lanka, and this one is in our top two. Thank you so much!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 192 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.

M
Mariana
From
Mexico
Everything was great. The place, the pool, all the people working there were lovely and helpful. Amazing service. I definitely recommend staying here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 404 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.

A
Avril
From
New Zealand
This is the best place I have stayed in Sri Lanka and possibly in the world. What a hidden gem!! The location is absolutely stunning, right on the beach facing directly west with the most amazing sunsets every night. The staff are incredible, it’s a super welcoming family business run by Indika and as a solo female traveller I really appreciated the personal touches and time they took to sit with me and chat. I had everything I needed and more. Cannot recommend this place enough.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 320 reviews
Price from
US$35
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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Enjoy breakfast in Galle and nearby

  • Right in the heart of Galle, La Muraille, Galle Fort has sea views from the patio. The property features mountain and garden views, and is 800 metres from Galle Fort Beach.

    From US$308 per night
  • Home Living Unit

    Galle
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 308 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$19 per night
  • Sunset Fort Galle

    Galle
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 345 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$51 per night
  • Green turf

    Galle
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 141 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$23.96 per night
  • Sirène Galle Fort

    Galle
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 778 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi and a sun terrace, Sirène Galle Fort offers accommodation in Galle, 200 metres from Dutch Church Galle. Certain units feature a seating area where you can relax.

    From US$51 per night
  • Fort Dew Guest House

    Galle
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 364 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, 1,055 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$60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 125 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.

    From US$133.69 per night

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Well situated in the Galle City district of Galle, Gishi's Happy Stay - Galle is set 400 metres from Galle International Cricket Stadium, 800 metres from Galle Fort and less than 1 km from Dutch...

    From US$24.20 per night
  • Caritas Rest

    Galle
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 97 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$27.04 per night
  • Marien Inn

    Galle
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 62 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, 267 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 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 439 reviews

    Located at the Galle Fort, Seagreen Guesthouse - Galle Fort provides affordable accommodation. Guests enjoy free WiFi access and comfortable rooms fitted with air conditioning.

    From US$49 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 237 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$50 per night
  • Old Dutch House

    Galle
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 330 reviews

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

    From US$24.20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 164 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

Save money on homestays in Galle and nearby – budget options available

  • Pearl Nest

    Galle
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

    Attractively situated in the centre of Galle, Pearl Nest is a homestay, featuring air-conditioned rooms with parking on-site and room service. This beachfront property offers access to a patio.

    From US$90 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
  • Southern Comforts - Galle Fort

    Galle
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews

    Situated in Galle, 300 metres from Lighthouse Beach and 3.1 km from the centre, Southern Comforts - Galle Fort features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

    From US$53.40 per night
  • Comfort Inn- Galle Fort

    Galle
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

    Situated in Galle, 300 metres from Lighthouse Beach and 3.1 km from the centre, Comfort Inn- Galle Fort features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

    From US$55 per night
  • Rampart View Guesthouse

    Galle
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 203 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
  • Dutch Wall Fort

    Galle
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews

    Set within 200 metres of Galle Light house and 500 metres of Dutch Church Galle, Dutch Wall Fort offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Galle.

    From US$50 per night
  • Devonia House - Galle

    Galle
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Ideally located in Galle, Devonia House - Galle offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service. With garden views, this accommodation provides a terrace.

    From US$90.75 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews

    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.

    From US$51 per night

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  • Avg. price/night: US$20
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 266 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
  • Avg. price/night: US$80
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 318 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$35
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 320 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