Galle Fort Hotel, Galle Fort

Lonely PlanetJul 21

A walk through heritage buildings repurposed into stylish cafes, boutiques and hotels.

Iconic 18th-century Dutch villa with courtyard and pool.

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All Saints’ Anglican ChurchSightGothic-style church with stained glass and timber ceilings.
Maritime Archaeology MuseumMuseumShowcases seafaring heritage and artifacts from shipwrecks.
Dutch GateSightOfficially known as the Old Gate.
Sipnara Shipla SaviyaPlaceShowroom for traditional textiles and crafts.
Black FortSightLikely oldest surviving part of the fort complex.
Old Dutch HospitalSightRetail complex with upscale boutiques and restaurants.
GafeRestaurantServes caramel-esque kithul latte.
Orchid HousePlaceSells wood carving, jewelry, tea, and souvenirs.
Stick No BillsPlaceFilled with vintage travel postcards.
Coffee BrunchRestaurantRetro oasis with koi pond and homemade brunch.
Pedlar's Corner CaféRestaurantServes food with stellar sunset views from upstairs terrace.
Hot Hot RotiRestaurantTiny stand selling spicy rottis.
Flag Rock BastionSightSouthernmost point for watching sunset and cliff divers.
Ropewalk BarRestaurantSri Lanka's first speciality bar for arrack.
Galle Fort HotelHotelIconic 18th-century Dutch villa with courtyard and pool.
Sri Sudharmalaya ViharayaSight

Galle Fort Hotel