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The Sun House

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Galle with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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Dumas Suite
Kingfisher Standard
Dumas Suite | Living area
Cinnamon Suite | Bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Room service
    Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping

Room options

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cinnamon Suite

Cinnamon Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Dumas Suite

Dumas Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Dumas Suite

Dumas Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 474 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Sun and Sky Standard

Sun and Sky Standard

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Kingfisher Standard

Kingfisher Standard

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
18, Upper Dickson Road, Galle, 80000

What's nearby

  • Galle Fort - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Galle International Cricket Stadium - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Galle Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mahamodara Beach - 8 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Jungle Beach - 14 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Indian Hut - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪SAHANA - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sea Line - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Bungalow - Galle Fort - ‬18 min walk

About this property

The Sun House

Upscale guesthouse
A terrace, a garden, and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at The Sun House. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the on-site international cuisine restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk
  • A front-desk safe, meeting rooms, and newspapers in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with bidets and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 180.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Sun House Galle
Sun Galle
The Sun House Hotel Galle
Sun Hotel Galle
Sun House Guesthouse Galle
Sun House Guesthouse
Sun Hotel Galle
The Sun House Galle
The Sun House Guesthouse
The Sun House Guesthouse Galle

Frequently asked questions

Does The Sun House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sun House?

As of Nov 22, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sun House on Nov 23, 2024 start from CA $153.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Sun House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Sun House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sun House?

Check-in begins at 1 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sun House?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does The Sun House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 180.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Sun House located?

Situated near the beach, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Galle Fort, Galle International Cricket Stadium, and Galle National Museum. All Saints Anglican Church and Dutch Reformed Church are also within 1 mi (2 km).

The Sun House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Una M C

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuvaraj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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…
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent boutique hotel in a very beautiful and historic house
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here on the recommendation of a friend and it went beyond expectations! The staff were just wonderful - you felt so so cared for and about, to ensure you had the best possible time. I really couldn't recommend Rukman and his team from both The Sun House and The Dutch House highly enough!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

MM, NSW Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Sun House is a special place to stay. It's like staying at a private villa in colonial times. So spacious and relaxing. The food is excellent & the staff happy to do whatever you ask as well as offering what you might like.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Sara, Maidstone, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel with excellent dining. Room comfortable but could do with a refrigerator. Staff outstanding.
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely colonial boutique hotel
Old colonial home that is deceiving when you arrive at the gate up a residential road. Beautiful interior, secluded, excellent service and very good food. Beautiful small pool in private garden. Dinner on the verandah was a highlight. 10-15 mins walk to the fort and the old town. Steep on price for the facilities on offer compared with other places we have stayed so far on our trip. But you will not regret staying there.

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Super hotel in great location
Fantastic spot with great staff. We very much enjoyed the cinnamon suite and the super breakfasts. We felt the hotel was starting to need just a Little Love around the edges to bring it back to its rightful place as one of he best places to stay in galle. It’s in a great location - away from the hustle and bustle of the fort but yet just a very short and cheap tuk tuk ride away. Beach also accessible with v short tuk tuk. Fantastic interiors and lots of wonderful books
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Felisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Paraiso
Un lugar exquisito en cuanto a decoración , comodidad atenciones y trato Precioso Un remanso de paz y belleza
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pieter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georg

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
+ Schön renovierte Anlage im Kolonialstil; schöne Pool- und Gartenanlage; netter Besitzer und Personal; super Frühstück - Zimmer eher klein
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024