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Fort Heaven

3.0 star property
Travelers relax in garden surroundings at Fort Heaven while staff arrange tours of historic Fort Galle. Bicycles await for independent exploration.

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Fort Heaven offers a peaceful retreat with gardens. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, refreshments at the snack bar, and complimentary newspapers. The helpful staff is consistently praised for their attentiveness in arranging local experiences.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Fort Galle, a neighbourhood in Galle, is home to Fort Heaven. Hikkaduwa National Park and Mahendra Amarasooriya Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include National Maritime Museum and Handunugoda Tea Estate. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Galle Tennis Club or Galle International Cricket Stadium. Visit our Galle travel guide
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7/1,New lane 2,Galle Fort, Galle, Southern Province, 80000

What's nearby

  • Galle Fort
    Galle Fort
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Historical Mansion
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Galle Lighthouse
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • National Maritime Museum
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dutch Reformed Church
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station
    26 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
    125 min drive

Restaurants

  • Taphouse by RnR - Galle
    4 min walk
  • Pedlars Inn Cafe
    3 min walk
  • Rampart Hotel
    5 min walk
  • Aqua Forte
    2 min walk
  • Coconut Sambol
    1 min walk

About this property

Fort Heaven

Guest house located in Fort Galle
At Fort Heaven, you can look forward to a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a snack bar/deli. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and luggage storage
  • A front desk safe, tour/ticket information and free newspapers
Room features
All guest rooms at Fort Heaven offer thoughtful touches, such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free newspapers.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 70.00 per vehicle (return)

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

Fort Heaven Guesthouse Galle
Fort Heaven Guesthouse
Fort Heaven Galle
Fort Heaven Galle
Fort Heaven Guesthouse
Fort Heaven Guesthouse Galle

Frequently asked questions

Is Fort Heaven pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Fort Heaven?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Fort Heaven?

Check-in begins at 1 PM.

What time is check-out at Fort Heaven?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Fort Heaven provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 70.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Fort Heaven located?

Located in Fort Galle, this guesthouse is steps away from Galle Fort, Galle Lighthouse and Historical Mansion. Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa and Old Dutch Hospital are also within 5 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Fort Heaven Reviews

7.6

Good

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 14 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Met by staff as I walked down pathway towards the lodging. Basic, clean, comfortable bed with air con & kettle, private bathroom. Great location near the ramparts & lighthouse. Good for price.
Pathway to room
Door to room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

HIROYUKI

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
路地の入口にホテル名表示はあるものの、建物自体にはなく、受付がわからなかった。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

boiledegg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
朝食のホットケーキとフルーツがとてもおいしい！ オーナー家族さんもアットホームでとても雰囲気いいです♪
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet hidden getaway inside the Fort

The location couldn’t be better, if you are seeking a quiet, out-of-the-way stay, yet in the center of it all. Heading down a narrow gravel alley, this quaint guesthouse is bright, spacious, clean and cheerful. The photos in the listing are quite accurate and reflecting the charm of this inn. My hosts were incredibly gracious and welcoming. Breakfast and tea are easy to linger over on the upstairs patio. I spent a glorious, unhurried hour up there with a book, and I could easily have dozed off that afternoon. The bedroom and bathroom are spacious and modern and clean, and the shower has good water pressure (And ample hot water.) A small wooden storage box on the bedroom wall contains a welcome addition: hot water heater for tea or coffee. Walking distance to everything you would want to see in town: the ramparts, bars, restaurants, gift shops, the temple, and the cricket stadium. About a 12-minute walk or 150r tuktuk from the train station. One minor quibble: western breakfast consisted of a whopping four pieces of white toast and two heaping bowls of marmalade and butter, together with one fried egg. I was really looking forward to a Sri Lankan breakfast, especially after smelling he host couple’s fragrant home cooking. If you are a westerner, specify a Sri Lankan option; otherwise it will probably be assumed you want a “western” breakfast. ... Just a fact, not a value judgment: The hosts’ younger child is 1 year old. His cries and shrieks may be part of your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Homestay with this lovely family recommended.

Staying right in the centre of town near Pedlar St in this very modern clean home was a delight. The bonus was the lovely couple who owned it. So generous and welcoming, including us in their festivities for New Year and preparing special Sri Lankan afternoon tea treats for us. Our attic room and sitting room were upstairs. The air conditioning was very welcome and the bed very comfy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannah M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Cosy Place

This guesthouse is tucked away within Galle Fort away from the main streets and away from traffic, but is easily findable with its signs. It is within walking distance to everything in the fort, so no need for tuk tuks everywhere. The rooms have a cosy/chic feel, and are well presented. Breakfast was toast, eggs and pancakes with tea or coffee. Family are really nice too, if I return to Galle I will stay here again :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Axel und Lara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hübsches Hotel, super Lage

Der Aufenthalt war super. Tolles, sauberes Zimmer mit Safe, Klimaanlage und schicker Dusche. Frühstück auf der Dachterrasse leider europäisch.... Also Toast mit Obst und Kaffee. Dafür klasse Ausblick. Die Lage ist traumhaft, mitten im Dutch Quarter. Wir würden es auf jeden Fall weiterempfehlen!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hemtrevligt och mycket prisvärt boende.

Kan varmt rekommendera detta hotel/homestay. Ägs av en trevlig familj som ger god service, ligger i en gränd i södra delen av Inner Fort. Man får ett rum till ett bra pris med fräscht badrum och AC, i princip det du behöver för några nätter i Galle. Frukosten som serveras är västerländsk men snäppet bättre än de flesta andra :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

良宿のはずが、オーバーブッキングで台無し

3泊分を予約していたが、チェックイン直前に1泊分を別途、追加予約して、計4泊した。……はずだったが、2日目から近くの全く別のゲストハウスに移らされた。オーバーブッキングと思われる。そのゲストハウスが格落ちで、ものすごく不満が残った。たまたま3日目から急なキャンセルがあり、ここに戻れた。清潔で、居心地がいい宿で、妙な引っ越しさえなければ満点を差し上げていたが、契約通りに部屋を使えなかったので、最低ポイントしかつけられない。せめて、同レベルの宿に引っ越せるか、相応の割引を受けられるかすれば、許せるが。。。オーナーがティッサマハーラーマまでのタクシー代9000ルピーを8000ルピーに割引してくれた時、いいレビューを書いてくれと頼んできたが、やはりオーバーブッキングの罪は重い。オーバーブッキングについては、事前に何のアナウンスもなかったし、オーナーは悪びれてもいない。この国の常識は、こうなのか？　ここに泊まるなら、そういうリスクがあるということを念頭に置いて下さい。
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

オーバーブッキング?で別のゲストハウスに移らされた

3泊分を予約していたが、チェックイン直前に1泊分を別途、追加予約して、計4泊した。……はずだったが、2日目から近くの全く別のゲストハウスに移らされた。オーバーブッキングと思われる。そのゲストハウスが格落ちで、ものすごく不満が残った。たまたま3日目から急なキャンセルがあり、ここに戻れた。清潔で、居心地がいい宿で、妙な引っ越しさえなければ満点を差し上げていたが、契約通りに部屋を使えなかったので、最低ポイントしかつけられない。せめて、同レベルの宿に引っ越せるか、相応の割引を受けられれば許せるが、今回は許せない。オーバーブッキングについては、事前に何のアナウンスもなかった。ここに泊まるなら、そういうリスクがあるということです。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

オーバーブッキング?で別のゲストハウスに移らされた

3泊分を予約していたが、チェックイン直前に1泊分を別途、追加予約して、計4泊した。……はずだったが、2日目から近くの全く別のゲストハウスに移らされた。オーバーブッキングと思われる。そのゲストハウスが格落ちで、ものすごく不満が残った。たまたま3日目から急なキャンセルがあり、ここに戻れた。清潔で、居心地がいい宿で、妙な引っ越しさえなければ満点を差し上げていたが、契約通りに部屋を使えなかったので、最低ポイントしかつけられない。せめて、同レベルの宿に引っ越せるか、相応の割引を受けられれば許せるが、今回は許せない。オーバーブッキングについては、事前に何のアナウンスもなかった。ここに泊まるなら、そういうリスクがあるということです。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy Chan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Homestay

Living with a lovely family. The host is very nice and helpful. Guide for good restuarant and the transportation matters. The room is clean and comfortable with air-con and hot water for bathing. Breakfast with eggs, bread with butter and jam, fresh juicy and coffee or tea. Simple but enough for a good morning. Sure will stay again next time. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019