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The Sun House
4.0 star property

Upscale guesthouse with business centre and 24-hour front desk
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The Sun House

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Garden
Kingfisher Standard
International cuisine
Deluxe Double Room | Bathroom
Sun and Sky Standard

Overview of The Sun House

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Highlights
  • Staff & service is scored top 10% in Galle by travellers.
  • Cleanliness is scored top 10% in Galle by travellers.

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
The price is AU$206
Price available on 5/5/2024

Explore the area

Map
18, Upper Dickson Road, Galle, 80000
  • Popular LocationGalle Fort12 min walk
  • Popular LocationSpa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa17 min walk
  • Popular LocationGalle Lighthouse4 min drive
  • AirportColombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)120 min drive
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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 cots/infant beds
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • 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 cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • 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 cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • 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 cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 44 sq m
  • 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 cots/infant beds
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 25 sq m
  • 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
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Bathrobes
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Kingfisher Standard

Kingfisher Standard

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Bathrobes
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Galle

Located in Galle, The Sun House is near the beach. Galle Fort and Galle International Cricket Stadium are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa and Galle Harbour. National Maritime Museum and Hikkaduwa National Park are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Galle Fort - 12 min walk
  • Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa - 17 min walk
  • St. Aloysius College - 3 min drive
  • Galle Lighthouse - 4 min drive
  • Jungle Beach - 14 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Thalal Catering - 18 min walk
  • Pizza Hut - 3 min drive
  • KFC - 7 min walk
  • SAHANA - 8 min walk
  • Kixi - 15 min walk

About this property

The Sun House

Upscale guest house
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 such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and meeting rooms
  • Luggage storage, a front desk safe and newspapers in the reception
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with bidets and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

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

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

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian-cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

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

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

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

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.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 180.00 per vehicle (return)
  • 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 any lifts

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 25 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sun House on 5 May 2024 start from AU$205.73, including 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?

Checkout 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 mile (2 km).

The Sun House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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