Galle Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a distant island.
A sunset over the ocean with waves and rocks.
A coastal path with students in uniforms, a lighthouse, and rocky waters.
A road with a truck carrying logs, palm trees, and a sign for Ocean Dream MS Hotel.
A sunset over a beach with waves and rocks.

Where to stay in Galle

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A historic fort with a clock tower and a flag.
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Fort Galle

If you're spending some time in Fort Galle, Galle Fort and Galle Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.

A cricket pitch with stumps in the center, surrounded by a grassy field with a stone wall and a clock tower in the background.

Cheena Kotuwa

If you're spending some time in Cheena Kotuwa, Galle Fort and Galle International Cricket Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Richmond Kanda

While Richmond Kanda isn't home to many top sights, Galle Fort and Mahamodara Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Radisson Blu Resort Galle

Radisson Blu Resort Galle

5 out of 5
523C Galle Road, Ginthota Galle
The price is 2.933.775 ₫ per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
2.933.775 ₫
3.941.246 ₫ total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Galle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Mahamodara Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (275 reviews)
"Honestly I’d give it a miss. The rooms weren’t maintained, curtains had stains and even the mini fridge wasnt clean. Glad I was there for just one night. The gym was also not maintained well. I didnt expect much but it still wasnt good value for money."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Radisson Blu Resort Galle
Oceanfront Galle by ICC

Oceanfront Galle by ICC

4.5 out of 5
463 Colombo - Galle Main Rd Galle SP
The price is 2.130.219 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
2.130.219 ₫
2.904.828 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury apartment in Galle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Galle Fort and Unawatuna Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (16 reviews)
"The property was clean and convenient. The staff were helpful when requested. However, maintenance work has to be carried out in the apartment. The shower and the sink in the bathroom got flooded when used. The stove and the washing machine were malfunctioning. And the room was not cleaned during ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Oceanfront Galle by ICC
Jetwing Lighthouse, A Luxury Reserve

Jetwing Lighthouse, A Luxury Reserve

5 out of 5
433 A, Dadella Galle
The price is 4.107.546 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
4.107.546 ₫
5.331.595 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Galle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Mahamodara Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (177 reviews)
"Beautiful place. I will go again"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Jetwing Lighthouse, A Luxury Reserve
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Oceanfront Galle by ICC

Oceanfront Galle by ICC

4.5 out of 5
463 Colombo - Galle Main Rd Galle SP
Stay at this luxury apartment in Galle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Galle Fort and Unawatuna Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (16 reviews)
"The property was clean and convenient. The staff were helpful when requested. However, maintenance work has to be carried out in the apartment. The shower and the sink in the bathroom got flooded when used. The stove and the washing machine were malfunctioning. And the room was not cleaned during ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Oceanfront Galle by ICC
Villa Upper Dickson

Villa Upper Dickson

3 out of 5
7, Upper Dickson Road Galle
Stay at this villa in Galle. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Galle International Cricket Stadium are ...
Villa Upper Dickson
Ceylon Story Galle

Ceylon Story Galle

3.5 out of 5
1st lane Galle SP
Stay at this villa in Galle. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Galle Fort and Unawatuna Beach are located nearby.
Ceylon Story Galle
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Galle attractions

A coastal town with a prominent white church, a lighthouse, and a rocky shoreline.
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Galle Fort

9.0/10 (339 reviews)
Find out about the history of Fort Galle when you take a trip to Galle Fort. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Cities near Galle

A person in a white dress and hat taking a photo with a camera, palm trees, and a lighthouse in the background.

Unawatuna