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The Bartizan

3.0 star property
Waterfront hotel with free breakfast connected to a shopping center in Galle

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Exclusive Double Room, Sea View, Oceanfront | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Oceanfront | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Oceanfront | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
The Bartizan sits in historic Fort Galle, serving English breakfast and offering a peaceful garden retreat. Guests connect with free WiFi throughout their rooms, grab coffee at the on-site cafe, and receive assistance from multilingual staff who help with luggage storage.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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View all photos for Superior Double Room, Partial Ocean View, Oceanfront

Superior Double Room, Partial Ocean View, Oceanfront | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Partial Ocean View, Oceanfront

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - twin
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View, Oceanfront | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View, Oceanfront

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - twin
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 34 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - twin
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Oceanfront

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Oceanfront | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Oceanfront

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard Area

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard Area | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard Area

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
2 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ocean View, Oceanfront

Superior Double Room, Ocean View, Oceanfront | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Ocean View, Oceanfront

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - twin
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Exclusive Double Room, Sea View, Oceanfront

Exclusive Double Room, Sea View, Oceanfront | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Exclusive Double Room, Sea View, Oceanfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 37 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Design Single Room, Ocean View, Tower

Design Single Room, Ocean View, Tower | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Design Single Room, Ocean View, Tower

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 11 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Panoramic Double Room, Terrace, Ocean View | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Panoramic Double Room, Terrace, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
77 Pedlar Street, Galle Fort, Galle, 80000

What's nearby

  • Galle Fort - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dutch Reformed Church - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Galle Lighthouse - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Galle International Cricket Stadium - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Jungle Beach - 9 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 25 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bungalow - Galle Fort - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Barista - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Coco & Date - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbeans Ocean Bistro - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Tuna & The Crab - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Bartizan

Hotel located in Fort Galle
Consider a stay at The Bartizan and take advantage of free English breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. In addition to a garden and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • A front-desk safe, concierge services, and luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture, coffee/tea in the lobby, and games
Room features
All guestrooms at The Bartizan boast thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Rainfall showers, bidets, and free toiletries
  • Daily housekeeping and phones

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • 24-hour train station drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Games

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1700
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express 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 on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 80.00 per vehicle (one-way)

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Bartizan Hotel Galle
Bartizan Hotel
Bartizan Galle
The Bartizan Hotel
The Bartizan Galle
The Bartizan Hotel Galle

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bartizan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Bartizan?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Bartizan?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does The Bartizan provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 80.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Bartizan located?

Located in Fort Galle, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Galle Fort, Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa, and Historical Mansion. National Maritime Museum and Dutch Reformed Church are also within 10 minutes.

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