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Situated in the centre of Galle, 400 metres from Galle Fort Beach, the historic Arches Fort features accommodation with free WiFi and a garden.

What a lovely place! Comfortable rooms, wonderful staff and outstanding breakfast
Review score
9.0
Superb
1,019 reviews
Price from
£45.86
1 night, 2 adults

Fort de 19 Villa - Galle Fort has air-conditioned guest accommodation in the centre of Galle, 700 metres from Lighthouse Beach, 700 metres from Galle Fort Beach and 1.4 km from Mahamodara Beach.

I strongly recommend this place
Review score
9.3
Superb
194 reviews
Price from
£36.84
1 night, 2 adults

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

My stay in the sea green guesthouse was beautiful! The service was excellent and very friendly staff.
Review score
9.0
Superb
362 reviews
Price from
£31.75
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Lovely stay here with my daughter , easy to get to Galle Fort especially with free TukTuk drop off, yet peaceful away from the busy centre. Staff very helpful
Review score
9.0
Superb
389 reviews
Price from
£50.36
1 night, 2 adults

DiNi Galle features accommodation set 1.2 km from the centre of Galle and provides a garden and a shared lounge.

Excellent wifi; nice balcony. I was impressed with breakfast and dinner made to my taste. The hosts do everything in their power to make their guests happy. They take care of everything. I felt relaxed and happy
Review score
9.3
Superb
235 reviews
Price from
£14.11
1 night, 2 adults

Boasting a garden and views of garden, Moon Light Rest is a recently renovated guest house situated in Galle, 200 metres from Unawatuna Beach. With city views, this accommodation provides a patio.

Hosts were amazing, super kind and gentle. The room was nice and spacious with a fridge. Bathroom is fine also with hot water. Breakfast in the garden with chameleons and iguanas.
Review score
9.3
Superb
121 reviews
Price from
£14.38
1 night, 2 adults

Attractively set in the centre of Galle, Lahiru Villa is a guest house, featuring air-conditioned rooms with parking on-site and room service.

By and large pleasant stay.we were expecting a kitchen space that wasn't there.room size,cleanliness was decent.bathrooms not upto mark.the property owner was helpful and friendly though communicating in English was a problem.
Review score
9.3
Superb
201 reviews
Price from
£16.23
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Good location. Big size and confortable bed.
Review score
9.1
Superb
193 reviews
Price from
£15.52
1 night, 2 adults

Attractively situated in the centre of Galle, Saman Beach Guest House features express check-in and check-out and free private parking.

This place has an amazing location—right in front of a gorgeous, quiet beach with hardly anyone around, but tons of restaurants nearby. You’re literally steps from the sea, it doesn’t get better than that. Saman, the host, is super helpful and always ready to lend a hand. The breakfast is amazing.
Review score
9.6
Exceptional
173 reviews
Price from
£28.22
1 night, 2 adults

Indika Beach Villa is a beachfront property situated in Galle, 300 metres from Pitiwella Beach and 2.7 km from Dadalla West Beach.

Stayed at Indika Beach Villa and honestly, it was one of the highlights of our trip. Indika, who runs the place, is such a warm and wonderful human — we had some great conversations with him. It’s a family-run spot with the sweetest staff, a super cute dog, and the kind of peaceful vibe that makes you instantly feel at home. The food was delicious (we’re still thinking about those meals!), everything was super clean, and the view? Unreal. It’s got that private beach feel without the fuss — just pure, laid-back magic. Highly recommend if you’re looking for comfort, connection, and calm all in one place.
Review score
9.0
Superb
288 reviews
Price from
£27.44
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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    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 1,019 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.

    Guest review
    Great location in the centre of Galle that provided a peaceful retreat
  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 103 reviews

    Set a few steps from Mahamodara Beach and 700 metres from Walawwatta Beach in the centre of Galle, The Tide's Tale offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Guest review
    Clean and cozy room, well located to explore the coast
  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 148 reviews

    Set within 300 metres of Pitiwella Beach and 400 metres of Boossa Beach, Villa Ema provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Galle.

    Guest review
    Beautiful house, very modern and tidy, big room and it got everything you need
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    Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 188 reviews

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

    Guest review
    It has been friendly staff and also breakfast is highly palatable.
  • Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 173 reviews

    Attractively situated in the centre of Galle, Saman Beach Guest House features express check-in and check-out and free private parking.

    Guest review
    I liked everything about this property, perfect for me.
  • Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 389 reviews

    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.

    Guest review
    Very welcoming staff, Amazing faciltiies highly recommend
  • Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 134 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.

    Guest review
    Helpful owners, took me around where I needed to go
  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 235 reviews

    DiNi Galle features accommodation set 1.2 km from the centre of Galle and provides a garden and a shared lounge.

    Guest review
    Very friendly hosts, lovely breakfast and comfortable room

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    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 288 reviews

    Indika Beach Villa is a beachfront property situated in Galle, 300 metres from Pitiwella Beach and 2.7 km from Dadalla West Beach.

    Guest review
    The location is beautiful, food was great, staff were friendly, clean.
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 194 reviews

    Fort de 19 Villa - Galle Fort has air-conditioned guest accommodation in the centre of Galle, 700 metres from Lighthouse Beach, 700 metres from Galle Fort Beach and 1.4 km from Mahamodara Beach.

    Guest review
    Location was amazing. Lovely hosts. Rooftop was very cool.
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 5 reviews

    Situated within 1.3 km of Dadalla West Beach and 4.9 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium, Abha Abhi Villa features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Galle.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 56 reviews

    Situated within less than 1 km of Mihiripenna Beach and a 11-minute walk of Talpe Beach, Hotel Calm Haven Unawatuna offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Galle.

    Guest review
    Good friendly staff / breakfast was excellent and delicious
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 8 reviews

    Featuring pool views, Cara White House provides accommodation with balcony, around 2 km from Mahamodara Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Guest review
    Nice Big room, beautiful pool area, friendly staff, fantastic breakfast.
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 32 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.

    Guest review
    Very clean, very cozy and incredibly friendly and helpful owners and staff!
  • Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 84 reviews

    Located within 200 metres of Unawatuna Beach and 2.2 km of Rumassala South Beach, Coconut Style Restaurant & Milinda Guest provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Galle.

    Guest review
    Very friendly staff & hospitality is superb ❤️ Really good 😍
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 153 reviews

    Well located in Galle, Zee Golf Affordable Luxury provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

    Guest review
    The host was 10/10 and location was really good too

Great access to the city centre! Check these homestays in Galle

  • Central location
    Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 1 review

    Set 1 km from Mahamodara Beach and 1 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium in the centre of Galle, Wick's Home offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Central location
    Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 1 review

    Offering quiet street views, Galo Galle Homestay is an accommodation situated in Galle, 1.4 km from Bonavista Beach and 2.6 km from Galle Fort Beach.

  • Central location
    Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 2 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, River Green Guest is situated in Galle. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

  • Central location
    Review score
    9.9
    Exceptional · 10 reviews

    Located within 1.8 km of Bonavista Beach and 2.7 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium in Galle, Mahesh Homestay provides accommodation with seating area.

    Guest review
    It looked exactly like the photos in the description. Ideal for solo travellers or a young couple. It's close to the town, with a bus route just 10 meters away. Had a home-like experience and found it to be great value for money.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 17 reviews

    Well located in Galle, House of Merchants provides an à la carte breakfast and free WiFi. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    Guest review
    Good location walking distance to major attractions. Hospitable and friendly service.
  • Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 4 reviews

    Offering garden views, D & D Richmond ( Double Room) is an accommodation situated in Galle, 3.1 km from Galle Fort and 3.2 km from Dutch Church Galle.

  • Central location
    Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 6 reviews

    Located within 21 km of Galle International Cricket Stadium and 21 km of Galle Fort in Galle, Hello Homestay provides accommodation with seating area.

  • Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 82 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Jayalath Homestay and Apartments features accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a shared lounge, around 1.3 km from Mahamodara Beach.

    Guest review
    Very spacious, clean and owners was very welcoming
  • Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 23 reviews

    Located in Galle with Unawatuna Beach and Japanese Peace Pagoda nearby, Chameera guest house provides accommodation with free private parking.

    Guest review
    Very clean, comfortable and spacious. Nice family and a shop nearby. Perfect stay. Thanks!
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 2 reviews

    With mountain views, Su Yu Villa is located in Galle and has a restaurant and a shared kitchen. Guests staying at this guest house have access to a balcony.

  • Central location
    Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 142 reviews

    Located 800 metres from Mahamodara Beach and 2.2 km from Galle Fort Beach in the centre of Galle, SILVER RAIL provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Guest review
    Spacious and clean space, friendly hosts, and an abundant breakfast. Highly recommend!
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 47 reviews

    Located within 1.3 km of Mahamodara Beach and 3 km of Walawwatta Beach in Galle, Galle Rest Home offers accommodation with seating area.

    Guest review
    Very beautiful house with garden and so nice owners.
  • Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 3 reviews

    Located in Galle, 2.4 km from Mahamodara Beach and 2.9 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium, D & D Richmond by DEE DEE offers air conditioning.

  • Central location
    Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 9 reviews

    In the heart of Galle, set within a short distance of Mahamodara Beach and Walawwatta Beach, Villa Mangofera offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a toaster and kettle.

    Guest review
    Excellent location, new building, spacious, luminous, clean, functional rooms, beautiful view of the surroundings from the balconies and the rooftop.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 13 reviews

    Located 2 km from Bonavista Beach, Crystal Resort offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a garden.

  • Central location
    Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 10 reviews

    Situated within 1.3 km of Bonavista Beach and 2.7 km of Jungle Beach in Galle, Villa Water Lily offers accommodation with seating area.

  • Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 193 reviews

    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.

    Guest review
    Central location, comfy and big beds, lovely family
  • Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 362 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.

    Guest review
    Perfect guest house, great foot staff location and price
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 1 review

    In a prime location in the centre of Galle, The One Apartment is a recently renovated homestay, which provides free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

  • Central location
    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 64 reviews

    Set in the centre of Galle, Villa Peace Heaven features an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, free WiFi, and free private parking for guests who drive.

    Guest review
    Cleanliness, good location of house, amiable staff.
  • Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 111 reviews

    Located just 2 km from the Galle City Centre, Pedlar 62 Guest House is situated within 500 metres from the local Galle attractions like the Galle Fort and the Galle Light House.

    Guest review
    City center, quite place, nice owner. Good breakfest.
  • Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 225 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.

    Guest review
    The room was beautiful and the hosts were very nice.
  • Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 781 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.

    Guest review
    Large breakfast for minimal extra. Mosquito nets. Air conditioning
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 59 reviews

    Right in the heart of Galle, Villa cork has lake views from the terrace. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace.

    Guest review
    Large clean rooms; nice view of lake. Friendly staff. Quiet location.
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 667 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.

    Guest review
    So quaint and so welcoming very clean lovely family run accommodation
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 257 reviews

    Located in the centre of Galle, 400 metres from Galle Fort Beach, the historic Orchard House Galle provides accommodation with free WiFi and an outdoor swimming pool.

    Guest review
    Great location, an oasis of calm and serenity in Fort
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.8
    Fabulous · 39 reviews

    Offering a private beach area and sea view, Sunset Beach Villa is set in Galle, 100 metres from Mahamodara Beach and 1.7 km from Galle Fort Beach.

    Guest review
    Nice People and Clean rooms with beautiful natural ambience
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.8
    Fabulous · 97 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Dutch Wall Fort is set in Galle, 200 metres from Galle Fort Beach and 1.7 km from Mahamodara Beach.

    Guest review
    Nice location, very good breakfast and wonderfull hosts.

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  • Avg. price/night: £9.02
    Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 52 reviews
    Best homestay i ever been to. It feels like a 4 star hotel :)! Awesome host ! And awesome room!
    Guest review by
    dominik
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 110 reviews
    Lovely hostel! Friendly staff, everything is clean and there's a kitchen and free water. The outside area is also super nice. 100% recommended!
    Guest review by
    Sofia
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £20.16
    Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 32 reviews
    Super clean, nice location and great hosts! Totally recommend!
    Guest review by
    Ragna
    Group
  • Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 6 reviews
    I stayed one night at J Home Stay during my last vacation in Sri Lanka. J Homestay exceeded all my expectations for the price I paid. Just $20 for the whole house. It’s fully tiled, with two spacious bedrooms and a bathroom. It's not a noisy place, calm during the day and night. The host is so friendly and accommodating. Overall really worth the money I paid. Thank you!
    Guest review by
    Dulanga
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £19.60
    Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 235 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: £62.71
    Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 257 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: £20.38
    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 288 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
  • Avg. price/night: £104.51
    Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 84 reviews
    A very private and tranquil property - perfectly located to enjoy Galle in the afternoons/evenings, but with all the delights of a more secluded setting. The room was delightful, and communal facilities superb. It felt more like a private home than a hotel. We have already visited twice, and will certainly return again!
    Guest review by
    Matthew
    People with friends