Arches Fort

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Scored 8.9
Rated fabulous

Cheapest option at this property for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Deluxe Double Room
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Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Bed: 1 extra-large double bed
Cot available on request
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US$105 per night
Price US$315
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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About this property

Historic Setting: Arches Fort in Galle is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming environment. The property features a beautiful garden and terrace, complemented by free WiFi throughout. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms include air-conditioning, private bathrooms with free toiletries, TV, electric kettle, and wardrobe. Guests can enjoy garden or city views from their private balconies or seating areas. Delicious Breakfast: A continental or à la carte breakfast is served daily, including local specialities, warm dishes, juice, and fruits. Vegetarian options are available to cater to diverse dietary needs. Convenient Location: Located 14 km from Koggala Airport, the guest house is a short walk from Galle Fort Beach (4 minutes) and Dutch Church Galle (200 metres). Nearby attractions include Galle Fort National Museum and Galle Light House.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian

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Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Deluxe Double Room
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Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Bed: 1 extra-large double bed
Cot available on request
Free stay for your child
Costs 50% to cancel
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
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US$105 per night
Price US$315
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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Budget Single Room
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Continental breakfast included
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US$165 for 3 nights
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Deluxe Double Room
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Cot available on request
225 feet²
Garden view
City view
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Safety deposit box
  • Towels
  • Socket near the bed
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$105 per night
Price US$315
  • Good breakfast included
  • Costs 50% to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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  • Free stay for your child
Budget Single Room
  • 1 single bed
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$55 per night
Price US$165
  • Good breakfast included
  • Costs 50% to cancel
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Anjleen
    Germany Germany
    “Amazing atmosphere and helpful staff. Start the day off with a great breakfast and the calls of peacocks on the roof. Ideal location for exploring the Galle fort on foot.”
  • Ona
    Germany Germany
    “Great location, clean, friendly and kind staff and wonderful traditional breakfasts in the private courtyard.”
  • Tobias
    Germany Germany
    “Really lovely atmosphere! Large and super delicious breakfast Owner gave tips and places to go Walking around the Fort in evening hours was amazing, with the accommodation located in the heart of it”
  • Anna
    Spain Spain
    “It was really comfortable to spend here our time in Galle :)”
  • Rickrover
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “A beautiful property, full of character right in centre of the Fort. The staff were just wonderful, incredibly helpful and friendly. They even invited us into the kitchen to show us how traditional hoppers were made. They were able to make my...”
  • Sharon
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Very clean, lovely and cool, welcoming staff. Highly recommend, it is in the Old Town, close to fab shope, cafes and restaurants. Probably one of my best stays on Sri Lanka, I wish I could have stayed longer. Sharon, New Zealand”
  • Deborah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We had a lovely stay here at the end of our 4 week trip to Sri Lanka. The room was nice and the staff were very attentive and lovely. I even got shown how to make a hopper. The breakfast was plentiful, and the location was very central.”
  • Jonathan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Staff were super friendly! Location was perfect and the rooms were very clean.”
  • Jurgen
    Belgium Belgium
    “Nice setting in center of Galle old town! Very nice and helpfull staff. Good breakfast too!”
  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Fantastic location in main fort area. Staff helpful and breakfast was excellent. We were moved to a larger room and staff tried really hard to juggle space and give us more room.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Vinod Weerasingha

Company review score: 9.6Based on 1,054 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Greetings! I am thrilled to be your host for the next couple of years in our family-run establishment.

Property information

The reawakening of the postcolonial sense, Experience the beauty and serenity of Sri Lanka’s down the south beach within ravishingly preserved heritage villa sited in the heart of UNESCO enlisted Galle Fort. Arches Fort is the rejuvenation of the 17th-century Dutch Architecture mingle with seductive charms of the contemporary interior. This uniquely designed capacious villa exudes elegant furnishing with modern amenities to bring forth the comfort you wish for! Arches Fort is located in the heart of the Galle fort. Surrounded by the Dutch fortress and the ramparts, which will make your evening the best of a kind experience during your stay. There's no demise of hospitality from locals and very warmly welcomed. Sandy Beaches are just around 5-minute walk from the place. Internet Cafes, coffee parlors, jewelry shops, restaurants and leisure centers are just minutes of walk. Literary festival is a seasonal stop as well.The Arch Fort embodied with lavishly appointed nine bedrooms on soldara (a wooden floor) with extremely comfortable king-sized beds enriched with AC or non AC, Flat-screen TV, a wardrobe and many other modern amenities for your comfort.

Neighbourhood information

Our lovely vacation villa called " Arches Fort" is located in the heart of the Galle Fort, The city consists of a new part and an old part. The old part of the Galle - Galle Fort, is as its name implies surrounded by a big city wall. The Fort was built by the Dutch beginning in 1663, Even today it is an amazing collection of structures dating back through the centruies. Arches Fort is just blockes away from many restaurants, shops, cafes and museums. We also can serve variety of Srin Lankan breakfasts for free of charge. There are two nice places to sawim, the stairs down to the beach on the south east siide of the rampart walls. And the famous Unawatuna and Hikkaduwa beaches are just 15 and 30 minutes away from Arches Fort. The people in Galle are no stranger for visitors, very friendly. So there isno need to worry about going around.

Language spoken

English

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House rules

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From 14:00 to 00:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 12:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

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Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.