No.67,Lighthouse Street,Fort,Galle, 80000 Galle, Sri Lanka
#72 of 155 B&Bs and inns in Galle
Guests' ChoiceBased on 136 B&B reviews
8.0Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Location
9.7
Facilities
7.7
Staff
8.8
Value for money
8.5
Free Wifi
8.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: February 11, 2024
David
Germany.
Great location, 4 min to the lighthouse in Galle, nice galleries and restaurants in old town. Warmhearted family hosts caring and sharing, nice breakfast. Authentic old town house, rooms are well maintained, good furniture, very clean and modern bathroom. Great balcony and little lounge to hang out on the first floor. Enjoyed my stay and would definitely come back, THANK YOU!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 5, 2024
Michael
DenmarkThe host family is very friendly, respectful, welcoming and helpful. Very generous breakfast.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: January 29, 2024
Malcolm
United KingdomNothing
We loved our stay at Albert Guest. The lady and her daughter who run it are so warm and kind. They made us delicious breakfasts both mornings and allowed us to do our laundry for a small charge. This was greatly appreciated. The room was large and comfortable with a great bathroom and a balcony which we enjoyed. The location could not be better as it is 2 minutes to the lighthouse, beach and to walk the ramparts. We had a fabulous time in Galle and will recommend it to anyone. We thoroughly enjoyed eating at Pedlar’s Inn restaurant as well. Thank you
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 14, 2024
Anna
AustraliaFantastic location in the fort this 3 room home stay was great value for money. Best breakfast we have had in Sri Lanka cooked by a lovely family. We had a great time in Galle and this stay was so close to everything! We walked from the train station (took us about 15 minutes with backpacks). Would definitely stay again.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: January 12, 2024
Katherine
AustriaMy stay at this accommodation was truly pleasant. The room provided one of the best hot showers I experienced during my entire stay in Sri Lanka, adding a touch of luxury to my visit. What stood out even more was the thoughtful inclusion of weighted mosquito nets, which felt more protective compared to other places. The net remained undisturbed by the air conditioning, ensuring a peaceful night's sleep. The location was excellent, centrally situated with easy access to lovely restaurants and cafes, contributing to a relaxed and enjoyable visit. The staff was uncomplicated and accommodating, making the overall experience hassle-free. Nights were quiet, allowing for a restful sleep.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: January 8, 2024
Tilly
VietnamWhat a sweet guesthouse in beautiful Galle. The mother and daughter owners were completely lovely and cooked the BEST breakfast of our entire trip in Sri Lanka, and we had a lot of good breakfast traveling around!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 30, 2023
Indika
Sri LankaFriendly owners and staff. Good Breakfast and ask for anything we preferred. AC and Hot water truely available . Value for money. Treat both foreign and local guests same manner. Just a little walk to lighthouse, beach and fort. Would like to stay again if I visit galle.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 25, 2023
Choiti
IndiaThe place looks shabby due to lack of organization and cleanliness. The rooms need repair.
The host is very helpful and competent. The location is just off the main road leading to fort beach with a lot of cafes and restaurants in a 3 mins walking distance.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 1, 2023
Tom
United KingdomFriendly hosts, good breakfast, large clean room with AC. Parking for tuktuk
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 16, 2023
Helen
IrelandNothing
The owners were so helpful we had to catch early morning train and the lady spent ages sourcing a Tuk Tuk for us to get to the train station and packed a takeaway breakfast for us.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: October 15, 2023
Yucel
QatarNone
They are very friendly and showing fantastic hospitality.Also great and taste breakfast as well.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: September 29, 2023
Rasara
Sri LankaNothing. Everything was awesome
Nice homestay style place located in the middle location for all the attractions, shops, supermarkets & restaurants. Breakfast was really awesome. Owners are really kind and awesome. Room was bit small, but it got everything that you need to stay comfortable.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 23, 2023
Sorin
RomaniaN/A
Very nice host, the room was very clean and breakfast was good. Much appreciated. I recommend!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: July 30, 2023
Shalika
Sri LankaThe rooms were clean, very comfortable, and the owners was very friendly. I highly recommend this hotel. Breakfast was good and delicious.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 28, 2023
_ghumakkar_
TurkeyNothing
The location is right in the center. The rooms are quite adequate. Air conditioning works well, the balcony is very pleasant. The owners are very attentive and the breakfast is really great. I stayed here for the second time and I will stay here again when I come to Galle
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 16, 2023
Diane
AustraliaSimple clean accommodation. Breakfast is amazing and huge. Great value for money and location is perfect. Family very friendly and helpful. Thank you 🙏
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: May 28, 2023
Анастасия
Russiathe family was so nice 😍
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 3, 2023
Jcambo
United StatesThis was one of my worst experiences in a hotel. I have encountered staff that were lazy, unhelpful, rude, unfriendly, etc., but I have never been treated with open hostility. I arrived by train in the morning and just wanted to leave my bag. There was no one there except an elderly man in a sarong. He put me on the phone with a woman who said she was at a meeting. She was FURIOUS at me for arriving so early, as if I have a say in when the trains run. Oddly, after I hung up the old man took me upstairs and opened a room for me. I walked in on an understandably upset man. I apologized, and closed the door. Then the old man took me to a room across the hall, which had two beds. I had not booked two beds. So I redialed the woman I spoke to and she got angry, again, at ME. "You can't have that room! It has two beds!" At this point I considered just finding another hotel but I worried they would charge me. I came back at 11 and the woman told me to come back at 12. I went back at 12 and she said to go back at 2. I went back at 2 and ended up getting in the room at 3:30. This is a tiny guest house and there were no other guests! The room is listed at over 1,000 sq ft lol but in truth it's less than 100. I had to scooch sideways to get between the bed and the wall. There is nowhere to put clothes, so I emptied my backpack onto my bed. I booked the room because I was enticed by the balcony. I envisioned sitting there in the evening and watching the street scene. I had been to Galle before and should have realized I never saw anyone on a balcony. The balcony overlooks the back alley. There is nothing to see. The family kitchen is directly below the guest rooms. I snuck down in the morning to use the family kettle to make coffee, since there were no food or drink options of any kind.
Nothing. Absolutely nothing.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: April 22, 2023
Cherylie
FranceI booked the room late night, I had to wait another 2 hours to get in to the room and they asked me extra 10$. room was dirty and no wifi
just the location
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: March 21, 2023
Oskana
Russiano water pressure, very dirty sheets and room hasn’t been clean for months
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: February 26, 2023
Sadeep
Sri LankaThis place was total value for money. The owners were really helpful, I totally recommend Albert Guest for anyone.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: January 2, 2023
Tania
United KingdomNothing
Really central location in galle fort . The room was very clean ,beds comfortable, aircon powerful and free WiFi. Big terrace spotted a peacock on the roof across the road one morning amazing. The family that run the guest house are lovely. Very welcoming and fabulous breakfast. Highly recommend.. tania and Mike
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: October 20, 2022
Maltrimi
GermanyThe owner are so friendly! I can highly recommend this place. The breakfast was delicious 😋
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: July 20, 2022
Sabine
Germanya very cozy guesthouse with delicious breakfast! the owners are very friendly and helpful. thank you for everything!
Stayed in July 2022
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