The Sun House

Property class: 4
Guesthouse with outdoor pool, near Galle Fort

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The Sun House offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Galle Fort. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include a terrace and a garden.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
$134 nightly
The total price is $159
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

View all photos for The Eden Deluxe Room

A spacious room with a large bed, a wooden cabinet, a small table, and a chair.

The Eden Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for The Dalloway Room

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden desk with drawers, a chair, a bookshelf, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

The Dalloway Room

  • Garden view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for The Merchant Deluxe Room

A four-poster bed with a wooden frame, a sofa with multiple cushions, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a wooden cabinet.

The Merchant Deluxe Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for The Gallean Suite

A spacious bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden wardrobe, and a large window providing natural light.

The Gallean Suite

  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Dumas Suite

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of the dining area.

Dumas Suite

  • Garden view
  • 474 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for The Tapestry Room

A four-poster bed with a wooden frame, a bedside table with a lamp, a bookshelf, and a small table with a plant.

The Tapestry Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for The Taprobane Suite

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden wardrobe, and a large window.

The Taprobane Suite

  • Garden view
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for The Study Room

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a small table with a plant, a shower area, and a mirror with a towel rack.

The Study Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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18, Upper Dickson Road, Galle, 80000

What's nearby

  • Galle Fort - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Galle International Cricket Stadium - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Galle Clock Tower - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Galle Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 120 min drive
  • Midigama Railway Station - 35 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Resik Chinese Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Tuna & The Crab - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Anods Chocolate Lounge - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Arch - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Elita Restaurant - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Sun House

  • The Sun House offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Galle Fort. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

CHECK-IN
1:00pm
CHECK-OUT
11:00am

Hotel size

    • 8 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 1 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

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Reviews

The Sun House Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The restaurant served excellent food, including curries and Sri Lankan specialties, with a unique Arrack tasting menu and a memorable experience. (7 reviews)
  • The pool was a welcome rest and a serene oasis, perfect for a refreshing dip after a day of exploring. (7 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel. Beautiful rooms, lovely property, friendly and effective staff. The location just outside Galle Fort is perfect, a short walk or even shorter tuk tuk ride up the hill and the peace and sanctuary of historic Sun House. Just wish we could have stayed longer.
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely loved our stay at The sun house. Everyone was so kind, the room and pool area were lovely and the food excellent!
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10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous old colonial hotel that is an oasis of calm.. rooms are fantastic and staff are very friendly and attentive
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay at The Sun House. The staff were very friendly and helpful, the property was beautiful and the food was amazing (especially the homemade coconut ice cream!). We would love to come back!
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10/10 Exceptional

friendly, attentive staff / clean, comfortable rooms / good breakfast / nice garden and pool / a gem in galle
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely wonderful stay at a blissfully relaxing property ideally located for Galle Fort and beyond…service was impeccable and breakfast absolutely delicious. Thank you and we’d love to come again…
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10/10 Exceptional

One of the best hotel stays I've ever had and one of the highlights on my Sri Lanka trip. Comfortable accommodation, great restaurant and lovely staff. The people were very attentive and nothing was too much trouble. The front desk also helped me organise a wonderful day trip and transfers. The Sun House is also on a good location - in the hill area so it's quiet but close enough to the fort. Thoroughly recommend!
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10/10 Exceptional

Elegance personified

Wonderful service and good food in an elegant setting
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10/10 Exceptional

This is an elegant, affordable, comfortable and extremely welcoming hotel situated in a green oasis just a few minutes walk from the centre of the city. The, room was spacious, the staff were extremely attentive and helpful and the breakfast excellent. Highly recommended.
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10/10 Exceptional

Sun House is a beautifully restored hotel, and the location is ideal, a short walk from the fort, in a quiet location. The hotel is stunning and nature was literally right outside our window, we had a wonderful time. The breakfast was delicious too, both the Lankan and western options. We particularly appreciated the kind and helpful staff who took such good care of us, special thanks to the manager and Priyantha who made our stay very pleasant and comfortable.
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10/10 Exceptional

One of the nicest properties I have stayed at

This hotel is amazing, i loved all the touches that makes it feel special, amazing common area with seating areas for pre dinner drinks, great rooms, amazing staff and great food, pool. Only a 10 min walk to the fort and is located in a quiet area. The curries were the highlight. I would definitely stay again next time I am in Galle
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel in a historic house with impeccable service. It has been recently refurbished and under new owners who have done a magnificent job. We stayed in the Dumas suite which has a balcony where you can watch birds and monkeys with a cup of morning tea. The serene gardens and swimming pool are a delight. Do not miss the Arrack Tasting menu dinner which was unforgettable. Staying here gives you a short walk to Galle Fort and a chance to stay in a beautiful house with gardens so the best of both worlds. Well done to all the team.
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10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeously situated in a beautiful ex-colonial mansion, serving excellent food. Staff are efficient and friendly. The regular rooms are evocative and very comfortable, with choice of fan and air conditioning. The lack of a television is more than compensated for by the eclectic collection of books in rooms, and communal areas. I was lucky to stay in the Galleon Suite, which is the size of an apartment, with a shower and outdoor bath! An evening dip in the pool, followed by drinks at the bar was the perfect way to end the evening. The rates are unbelievably low. Highly recommended!
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent gem 💎 of a hotel in Galle , personalized service right from the time you enter the hotel , with a great welcome , overview explanation of the room and services , nice breakfast service , staff are amazing , very hospitable , right staff for right job -something you don’t find in Europe nowadays 😅. Will definitely recommend and come back in future . Just a small observation- the metallic door stopper in the bathroom is a safety hazard , I almost cut my feet on it and upon arrival the towels could be hot instead of cold … 😆
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10/10 Exceptional

Welcoming and unique boutique hotel

We had a fantastic two nights at The Sun House, located up the hill from the buzz of Galle. You can easily get a tuk tuk to the forts/cricket ground. The staff are friendly and very helpful. The food was fantastic and we booked an experience with the chef to cook some Sri Lankan food. What a feast we made. The pool was a welcome rest at the end of the day. The room was comfortable with a big bathroom, balcony and a helpful mosquito net over the bed. The property is surrounded by trees for you to spot some amazing birds or even some monkeys. The lounge areas are comfy and have lots of fascinating history. A unique place to stay in Galle.
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely breathtaking Villa

My wife and I had the most amazing experience in this hotel. From the staff, the food, the cocktails, the amenities, everything was splendid. They really do go the extra mile to make your trip wonderful. Kudos to Ronald and team for making our stay great. We stayed at the Taprobane Suite which had an outdoor bathtub which we sadly didnt use as much as we wish we did. The Gallean cocktail by their bartender with an infused arrack was my daily poison. The sri lankan breakfast followed by a dip in the pool was a great way to start the day. Overall, its 10/10
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10/10 Exceptional

No better place. Great food, great service, great ambience.
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10/10 Exceptional

Breathtaking villa, impeccable staff - would come again in a heartbeat and stay a lot longer!
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10/10 Exceptional

The real Galle experience.

We stayed in Galle for two nights and had the most relaxing time. The staff we so attentive, the food delicious and fresh, our room was gorgeous and well maintained. We had the best time.
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10/10 Exceptional

Baignoire extérieure, vue sur une jungle avec des singes au petit matin, aucun vis à vis, aucun soucis de bruits gênants la nuits L'hôtel fait partis des plus beaux de notre séjour
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10/10 Exceptional

Ganz viel Flair, wunderbar zum Ausspannen

Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt im The Sun House. Das Personal ist liebenswürdig und herzlich. Das geschichtsträchtige Haus wurde aufwändig renoviert und hat ganz viel Flair. Die Räume sind liebevoll dekoriert und alles ist sehr stimmungsvoll. In dieser ruhigen Anlage kann man wunderbar ausspannen und ist in 10-15 min zu Fuß in der Altstadt. Wir konnten direkt von unserem Balkon aus Affen und einen Falken beobachten.
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10/10 Exceptional

Paraiso

Un lugar precioso Decoración exquisita y cuidada de un gusto extraordinario La atención y el trato son impecables La Ubicación magnífica por tranquila y sin embargo, muy accesible a los lugares que hay que visitar
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10/10 Exceptional

Paraiso

Un lugar exquisito en cuanto a decoración , comodidad atenciones y trato Precioso Un remanso de paz y belleza
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10/10 Exceptional

+ Schön renovierte Anlage im Kolonialstil; schöne Pool- und Gartenanlage; netter Besitzer und Personal; super Frühstück - Zimmer eher klein
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10/10 Exceptional

This is the most beautiful old house originally owned by a Scottish spice merchant. The furniture is attractive, the gardens and setting gorgeous and the food delicious. There are loads of books you can borrow.You wish it was your own house! The staff are so helpful and kind. Our son told us to visit as he had been there last summer. We are so glad we followed his advice. This was quite the best place we stayed in in Sri Lanka and we hope we can go back for longer next time.