House of Merchants
Top rated by guests
9.4Outstanding
(42 Ratings)
"Our stay was absolutely wonderful. The room was spacious, spotless, and very comfortable. The location is ideal — just a 10-minute tuk-tuk ride to the fort and close to the beach — yet peaceful and aw..."
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Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
Comfortable Accommodations
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Kitchen
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Beach access
Shared living spaces
Garden
Laundry services
Accessible Parking
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Ironing facilities
Smoking allowed
Key access
Housekeeping available
Cleaning products
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
Our stay was absolutely wonderful. The room was spacious, spotless, and very comfortable. The location is ideal — just a 10-minute tuk-tuk ride to the fort and close to the beach — yet peaceful and away from the crowds, making it the perfect place to relax.
We especially loved the family who runs the property. They made us feel at home from the moment we arrived. It was truly one of the best accommodations we’ve ever experienced.
A special highlight was the mother’s incredible cooking. At our request, she organized a truly memorable cooking class where we prepared five different curries. It was both delicious and so much fun — an experience we’ll always remember.
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10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
Hyvä sijainti, lyhyt matka rannoille ja linnoitukseen. Majoitusta pitävä perhe oli mahtava. Söimme aamupalat ja illallisen täällä ja ruoka oli erinomaista! Huone oli puhdas, hieno ja kaikki toimi erinomaisesti. Yksi koko reissun kohokohtia oli keskustelut isännän kanssa.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
Very authentic and peaceful stay. The room is surrounded by a big garden and the house is actually a family estate situated in a peaceful, green neighbourhood close to all of Galle’s tourist attractions. The family that owns it is very kind and cooks delicious meals. Would absolutely recommend this place.
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2025
We had a truly wonderful stay here. The family who owns and runs the place are incredibly kind and welcoming—they treated us like family from the moment we arrived. Their warmth and genuine hospitality made our vacation even more special.
The food was amazing, full of flavor and clearly prepared with love
The architecture of the place is beautiful, adding so much charm and character to the stay. Overall, this is one of the most heartfelt and memorable places we’ve ever stayed, and we would highly recommend it.
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Top rated by guests
9.4Outstanding
(42 Ratings)
"Our stay was absolutely wonderful. The room was spacious, spotless, and very comfortable. The location is ideal — just a 10-minute tuk-tuk ride to the fort and close to the beach — yet peaceful and aw..."
Verified guestDon't miss out! Price and availability may change
FAQs
Does this property follow enhanced cleaning procedures?
Yes, this bed and breakfast has implemented enhanced cleaning procedures and processes to keep you healthy and safe.
Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at House of Merchants. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this bed and breakfast. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is House of Merchants pet friendly?
Yes! This bed and breakfast is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at House of Merchants?
We found 20 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, free parking, air conditioning, non-smoking, and pets allowed.
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