About this property

Historic Setting: Orchard House Galle in Galle city centre is housed in a historic building. The property features a sun terrace, garden, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms include private bathrooms and free WiFi. Additional facilities include a lounge, paid shuttle service, bike and car hire, and housekeeping. Local Attractions: Galle Fort Beach is a 5-minute walk away, while Dutch Church Galle lies 200 metres nearby. Other attractions include Galle Fort National Museum and Galle Light House. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its swimming pool, garden, and sightseeing opportunities.

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

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)


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1 double bed
2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Alexandros
Belgium Belgium
The calmness of the place is unmatched, with the amazing garden and tranquille pool The little patio in the garden is a great meeting place for all the guests The service and care level are amazing The breakfast we had was awesome with fresh...
Ian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Fabulous location, beautiful furnishings, great location
Richard
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Unique accommodation, historic and beautifully set out. Fantastic tropical paradise garden with mature planting. The pool is amazing and well used after a day walking around Galle. We have had a wonderful experience in Orchard House. We were so...
Garth
Australia Australia
Very clean, great pool, staff were very helpful. Orchard House is a little secluded paradise in the middle of Galle.
Vanessa
Australia Australia
What a fantastic little hotel. Perfect for a stay in Galle. Centrally located, great staff.
Kris
Australia Australia
Gorgeous gardens and excellent breakfast. Helpful and knowledgable staff.
Catherine
Australia Australia
This interesting property is a beautiful and sensitive restoration of one of the original colonial dwellings. The small but comfortable rooms open onto the lush garden with its peaceful pavilion and delightful pool. Good air con and hot water. The...
Sally
Australia Australia
Tucked behind the timber doors is a garden oasis full of lush gardens, great pool and a property full of beautiful antiques. Great location and easy to return to during the heat of the day. Breakfast is served in the garden gazebo and provides a...
Sarah
New Zealand New Zealand
This place is a gorgeous little oasis. Calm cool and quiet. Very private with only 4 rooms creates a congenial atmosphere. The pool is a god send to cool down during the day. It is situated in the heart of the old fort.
Mary
Australia Australia
So much character, beautifully decorated, great location and friendly, helpful staff

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.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.4Based on 327 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

High ceilings and painted white floor to ceiling, the house is imbued with a calm secure atmosphere. The Dutch style provides that rooms are facing the open interior gardens, making the residence exceptionally private and promotes cooling breezes throughout. There are 4 bedrooms, 1 double king-size bed, 2 double queen-size bed and 1 twin with two single bed. all beds with 4-posters with mosquito net including air-conditioning and fan. The house furnished with Sri Lankan antiques and paintings. All bedrooms are facing the tropical garden. The pavilion, next to the outdoor pool, which its ceiling painted in the old temple style by well-known artist in Galle Fort, is the popular for relaxing and dining. Meals are selected after discussion with the cook. The staff will do the shopping and guest can go with them if they wish. The house is located in side the Galle Fort, wonder walk around the fort which is cobble stone street and lane and look at the jewellery shop, clothing shop and restaurants. Watch the sun setting from the ramparts, watch the locals playing cricket.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1

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House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 18:00
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Check-out
From 09:00 to 11:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Orchard House Galle in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.