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The Bungalow - Galle Fort

Galle, Sri Lanka

Where is The Bungalow - Galle Fort located?

The Bungalow - Galle Fort is a boutique hotel in a restored 17th-century building on Church Cross Street, in the heart of Galle's UNESCO-listed Dutch Fort. The Dutch Reformed Church and All Saints Church are both within 100 metres, the Galle Lighthouse is a short walk away, and the fort's restaurants, cafes, bars and boutiques are all around it.

How do I get from Colombo Airport to The Bungalow - Galle Fort?

Galle is about 152 km by road from Bandaranaike International Airport at Katunayake, and the drive usually takes 2 to 2.5 hours depending on traffic. Book the Colombo (CMB) Airport transfer to The Bungalow - Galle Fort.

What rooms does The Bungalow - Galle Fort offer?

There are six rooms, each designed differently, pairing the character of the old building with premium furnishings. The Heritage Harmony and Destiny Dream Chambers have 55" smart TVs with a wide range of cable channels, while the Bustle & Beat Chambers leave out the television in favour of the sounds and rhythms of the fort outside. High-speed Wi-Fi runs throughout the property, and the rooms are non-smoking.

What facilities and dining does the hotel have?

The on-site restaurant serves comfort food that mixes traditional flavours with modern touches, for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and there is a cocktail bar for an evening drink. Room service, free parking and free Wi-Fi are available.

What can I see near The Bungalow - Galle Fort?

Within the fort you can walk to the National Maritime Museum, the Galle Fort Clock Tower and the lighthouse, and there is a beach about 500 metres away. Unawatuna, with its beaches, nightlife and watersports, is about a 10-minute drive, and Parappuduwa Nuns Island is 12 km away for a day trip.

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What guests say

4.7 of 5 bubbles on TripAdvisor
4.7 / 5 · 270 traveller reviews on TripAdvisor
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Perfect dinner!

Great dinner, perfect service, really friendly and relaxed! Thank you, Lasindu!

Stay57336652715 · Sep 2026 · via TripAdvisor
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Great staff, great atmosphere, excellent food!

We stayed in galle for 4 nights , 3 of which we ate at the bungalow. The staff were amazing , it was our waiter first night working there the first time we went and he was amazing . Went over and above to make us feel welcome. The…

W8027XMjeanettem · Apr 2026 · via TripAdvisor
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Two perfect evenings at The Bungalow – absolutely recommended for Galle Fort

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Two perfect evenings at The Bungalow – absolutely recommended for Galle Fort We stayed at The Bungalow Galle Fort twice – and for good reason: This restaurant is definitely one of the best dining experiences of our tri…

253marcelb · Apr 2026 · via TripAdvisor

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