Galle Fort Hotel, Sri Lanka

In the centre of Galle's historic fort; one of the finest hotels on the island

Opened in 2003 and rapidly gaining a reputation as one of the best hotels in Asia, The Galle Fort Hotel is one of the finest hotels to be built in Sri Lanka in recent times. With nine suites, four garden rooms, wellness spa and a world-class restaurant; Galle Fort Hotel will indulge your every need.

Located right in the centre of the historic Dutch Fort, the hotel is the ideal place to base yourself for a trip to Galle. Set inside a beautifully restored seventeenth- century villa, the hotel was designed by Channa Dawatte, protege of the celebrated Geoffrey Bawa.

Stroll out of the door and almost at once you will find yourself on the famous ramparts and criss-crossing streets of the fort. The sparkling swimming pool that crosses the open courtyard is irresistible. The restaurant is highly rated and attracts guests from outside the hotel, as does the coffee bar which overlooks the bussling streets of the fort.

From Galle you can explore the south coast ands its many interesting towns & beaches. The hotel and fort in general were not damaged in the tsunami. In 2005, Galle Fort Hotel was voted 'best new hotel in the world' by Conde Naste Traveller.