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The Charleston

Property class: 3.5

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A modern outdoor pool area with a wooden deck, a circular seating area with cushions, and a view of the ocean. - The Charleston (Galle)
A modern interior with a wooden slatted wall, a concrete floor, and a potted plant. - The Charleston (Galle)
A patio area with round tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of the sunset over the ocean. - The Charleston (Galle)
A modern interior with a wooden slatted wall, a potted plant, and a staircase leading to an upper level. - The Charleston (Galle)
A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a round table, and a window with curtains. - The Charleston (Galle)
Located close to Galle Lighthouse and Galle Fort, The Charleston provides free full breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site Mediterranean cuisine restaurant, Charlie's Bar & Bistro, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a bar.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

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View all photos for Courtyard Room with Balcony- Double

A modern hotel room with a four-poster bed, a small table with chairs, and a view of a lush garden through a glass door.

Courtyard Room with Balcony- Double

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a view of a garden through a sliding glass door.

Terrace Room - Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A wooden deck with a sofa and a table, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

Terrace Room - Twin

  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a round table, and a wardrobe.

Courtyard Room - Double

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a view of the garden through a glass door.

Twin Room With Terrace

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a view of the garden through a glass door.

Double Room With Terrace

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room

Courtyard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Galle, The Charleston is in the historical district. Galle Fort and Galle Lighthouse are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Jungle Beach and Unawatuna Beach. Galle Clock Tower and Galle Harbour are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Galle travel guide
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Lighthouse street, 78, Galle, Southern Province, 80000

What's nearby

  • A coastal town with a prominent white church, a lighthouse, and a rocky shoreline.
    Galle Fort
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A white lighthouse, palm trees, a coastal road, and a red boat on the water.
    Galle Lighthouse
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A historic fort with a clock tower and a flag.
    Galle Clock Tower
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Historical Mansion
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Indian Hut
    2 min walk
  • Aqua Forte
    3 min walk
  • Pedlar's Corner Cafe
    3 min walk
  • Coconut Sambol
    2 min walk
  • Maru - Poké & Café
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Charlie's Bar & Bistro

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between June 2 and October 31.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
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
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does The Charleston have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is The Charleston pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Charleston?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Charleston?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Charleston located?

Located in Fort Galle, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Galle Fort and Galle Lighthouse. Galle Clock Tower and Galle Harbour are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select 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

The Charleston Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 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

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
great service nice room, good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Adorable, small, new hotel, inside the old town, with ocean view and great decor, service! Very good option for a Galle stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An excellent stylish boutique hotel, well positioned within Galle fort. The room was great as was the terrace lounge area and pool. The service by the attentive staff was excellent at all times. We loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The place to stay in Galle

A great place with wonderful staff. The sunset is amazing as well from the tarrace
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super service, quality of food. The front desk staff and the hotel manager were top class, so were the other staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible stay at the Charleston. The service is unbeatable and the staff were incredibly thoughtful and kind. The complimentary laundry was a most expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely hotel

The hotel is super new! Super beautiful and clean! The room is super spacious and comfortable! The staff was super attentive, providing everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff, a quiet, comfortable room and super catering in a superbly fitted out property made this a fantastic stay! Okay, so someone had stolen the TV (joking; there isn’t one in the room, but there is fast, free wifi), but if you want to be in the centre of the Galle Fort action, I reckon few properties can beat this one!
Pano from the pool deck
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An unique hotell in Galle Fort

A very beautiful renovated art deco house with a terace facing the see and sunset. This hotell is for thoose who appreciate design, staying in a hotell that feels like home away from home. The kitchen serves very delicious food with a variety, The staff are all very friendly, helpful and the hospatility is fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024