Fort Bazaar

A true trendsetter being first villa in Galle to be restored to its former colonial glory, Taru Villas’ Rampart Street is a charming property with a chic modern twist.

Antique Ceylon-era furniture is paired with sumptuous Sri Lankan fabrics and modern comforts in all of the villa’s four en suite air-conditioned rooms. There’s also a lounge in which to unwind and dining space where you can enjoy sumptuous food throughout the day with a range of breakfast options and a chef on hand to create personalized lunch and dinner menus. It is also one of the few spots within Galle Fort with the luxury of a private swimming pool.

This colonial-style manor house was built over 250 years ago by Don Johannes Amarasiri, a wealthy Sri Lankan aristocrat. Through the years, Tamarind Hill has stood as a symbol of nobility.

Today, the luxury boutique hotel, is perfectly placed for discovering all Galle has to offer. The 12 luxurious rooms feature colonial furnishings and carefully-chosen antiques and works of art.

Secluded and cosy, the Tamarind Hill restaurant serves a selection of dishes from around the world. Local fare with a general use of spice is based on the freshest of produce from the surrounding area, whilst seafood delicacies and grills true to traditional recipes feature strongly.

Deeply rooted in ancient Ceylon’s culture is the understanding of well-being through the use of natural herbs and roots coupled with spiritually driven techniques. Discover the signature menu of treatments at the Tamarind Hill Spa.

Built in 1684 and converted into a hotel in 1863, the Amangalla is a beautiful historic property with plenty of old-world charm.

The hotel features 30 rooms and suites, all with high ceilings, original Burmese teak floors and large windows that look out over the gardens, the harbour or the

Extending the length of the hotel on the ground floor is a beautiful verandah with colourful floor tiles and palm trees. Here you can enjoy afternoon tea or a refreshing drink as you sit and watch the world go by. Step inside and you’ll find yourself in the Great Hall with its lofty ceilings, period lighting and overhead fans. The dining room sits at one end, an elegant space with crisp white linen and antique silverwear. Here you can enjoy traditional Sri Lankan dishes centred around what the chef finds that day in the local markets.

At the other end of the hall is the lounge, the perfect place to enjoy a cup of Ceylon tea or an evening cocktail. There is also a library with a range of books on the history, culture and arts of Sri Lanka.

Relax and unwind at the spa which features hot and cold plunge pools and a sauna, as well as treatment rooms where you can enjoy traditional Sri Lankan therapies. Take a dip in the refreshing waters of the outdoor pool, surrounded by the lush greenery of the garden or enjoy a morning yoga class in the yoga pavilion to set yourself up for a day of exploring.