Arches Fort - Galle
6.026875, 80.216693Overview
Hotel inside the UNESCO World Heritage site of Galle Fort
Historic Setting
Arches Fort Galle is housed in a renovated Dutch bungalow located directly inside the UNESCO World Heritage site of Galle Fort. The property offers a garden with outdoor furniture and a terrace for guest relaxation. 24-hour security and a shared lounge/TV area are available throughout the stay.
Accommodations
Rooms at Arches Fort include air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and flat-screen TVs. Select deluxe double rooms offer a separate balcony area and a separate lobby to the room. Room types available include budget single rooms, standard double rooms, and deluxe double rooms.
Dining & Breakfast
The hotel provides free breakfast options featuring local specialties such as hoppers, roti, and seeni sambal. Guests can order a continental, vegetarian, halal, or Asian breakfast, with warm dishes, juice, and fruits. The on-site restaurant also serves dinner meals like kottu.
Location
Arches Fort is a 4-minute walk from Galle Fort Beach and 700 ft from Dutch Church Galle. Major attractions like Galle Light House and the National Maritime Museum are within a 5-minute walking radius. The hotel is situated on Lighthouse street, a short walk from local markets and restaurants.
Services & Amenities
The hotel provides personalized check-in and check-out with private service. Daily housekeeping keeps rooms clean, and staff assist with luggage without being asked. The hotel arranges taxi transport to destinations like Ella at market-matching prices.
- Location: Inside UNESCO World Heritage Galle Fort
- Rooms: Renovated Dutch bungalow with deluxe balcony rooms
- Dining: Free local-specialty breakfast with hoppers
- Services: Staff arranges taxi at market-matching prices
- Included: Daily housekeeping and private check-in
Rooms and availability
-
Max:2 persons
-
Bed options:1 King Size Bed
-
Max:2 persons
-
Bed options:1 King Size Bed
-
Max:2 persons
-
Bed options:1 King Size Bed
-
Shower
-
Bathtub
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour security
Outdoor dining area
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
VIP check-in/ -out
Services
- Housekeeping
Dining
- Outdoor dining area
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Essential information about Arches Fort
| 💵 Lowest room price | 45 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 9.3 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Koggala, KCT |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
Reviews of Arches Fort
We read 1,108 guest reviews so you don’t have to
One honest summary, pulled from every verified stay—no scrolling through hundreds of reviews.
Compare our rates with top travel sites in 10 seconds