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# The Charleston

Sip your morning coffee while taking in breathtaking ocean views. Experience warm hospitality and savour delicious Mediterranean cuisine.

## Photo gallery for The Charleston

![Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas - The Charleston (Galle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94700000/94699500/94699479/86da77d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit)

![Interior detail - The Charleston (Galle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94700000/94699500/94699479/7556f5ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Terrace/patio - The Charleston (Galle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94700000/94699500/94699479/fa87344a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Interior detail - The Charleston (Galle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94700000/94699500/94699479/85f5c5a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Basic Double Room, Courtyard Area - The Charleston (Galle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94700000/94699500/94699479/d22b2092.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

- Overview
- Rooms
- Location
- Policies

Experience the charming atmosphere of The Charleston, a hotel near Galle Fort. Enjoy full breakfast, stunning ocean views at Charlie's Bar & Bistro, and relax with free in-room WiFi. Savor coffee/tea in the lobby or unwind on the rooftop terrace with outdoor furniture.

## Reviews

10

Exceptional

## Popular amenities

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

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2 beds

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### View all photos for Courtyard Room with Balcony- Double

![Courtyard Room with Balcony- Double](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94700000/94699500/94699479/d5fdc84d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### Courtyard Room with Balcony- Double

### Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Premium bedding

Select Comfort bed

Ceiling fan

- 279 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed

### View all photos for Terrace Room - Double

![Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94700000/94699500/94699479/09ecb052.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### Terrace Room - Double

9.0

Wonderful

2 reviews

### Highlights

Deck/patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Select Comfort bed

Separate bedroom

Premium bedding

- Garden view
- 377 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed

### View all photos for Terrace Room - Twin

![Terrace Room - Twin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94700000/94699500/94699479/1f7f901e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### Terrace Room - Twin

### Highlights

Deck/patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Premium bedding

Select Comfort bed

Ceiling fan

- Garden view
- 355 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds

### View all photos for Courtyard Room - Double

![Courtyard Room - Double](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94700000/94699500/94699479/72c38dec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### Courtyard Room - Double

### Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Premium bedding

Select Comfort bed

Ceiling fan

Separate bathtub and shower

- 431 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed

### Twin Room With Terrace

- Sleeps 2

### Double Room With Terrace

- Sleeps 2

### View all photos for Courtyard Double Room

![Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94700000/94699500/94699479/cccf840a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### Courtyard Double Room

- Sleeps 2

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## About the area

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](https://www.expedia.ca/Galle.dx6025764)

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Lighthouse street, 78, Galle, Southern Province, 80000

### What's nearby

- ![The lighthouse at Galle Fort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025764/cc21d393-909e-48f8-a474-10d61bdf271e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Galle Fort  
2 min walk \- 0.2 km
- ![The clock tower in Galle Fort ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025764/b7f84c83-354a-4315-967a-bca6419ccfa4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Galle Clock Tower  
7 min walk \- 0.6 km
- Historical Mansion  
3 min walk \- 0.3 km
- Galle Lighthouse  
3 min walk \- 0.3 km
- Dutch Reformed Church  
3 min walk \- 0.3 km

### Getting around

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

### Restaurants

- The Bungalow - Galle Fort  
4 min walk
- Coconut Sambol  
2 min walk
- VOC Restaurant  
3 min walk
- Rampart Hotel  
4 min walk
- Pedlars Inn Cafe  
2 min walk

## About this property

### The Charleston

Hotel near Galle Fort

Located close to Galle Lighthouse and Galle Clock Tower, 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. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). 

You'll also find perks like:

- An outdoor pool along with pool umbrellas
- Coffee/tea in the lobby, outdoor furniture, and concierge services

Room features

All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. 

More conveniences in all rooms include: 

- Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
- Ceiling fans, daily housekeeping, and phones

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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

- 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

## 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

### 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

### Property is also known as

The Charleston Hotel

The Charleston Galle

The Charleston Hotel Galle

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## Reviews

## The Charleston Reviews

10

### Exceptional

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### 10

Cleanliness

### 9.4

Amenities

### 10

Staff & service

### 10

Property conditions & facilities

10 - Excellent

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## Reviews

### 10/10 Excellent

#### GRAZZIELLA

Nov 18, 2025

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! 

##### GRAZZIELLA

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Jeremy

Oct 4, 2025

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. 

##### Jeremy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Michael

Feb 24, 2024

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

##### Michael

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Pramod

Apr 11, 2025

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.

##### Pramod

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Henry

Nov 7, 2024

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. 

##### Henry

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

### 10/10 Excellent

#### craig

May 25, 2025

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](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d8253d5a-33ed-4ce4-8420-d247ddaece29-1748165925360.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high)

##### craig

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Pamella

Jul 29, 2024

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.

##### Pamella

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Cecilia

Jan 20, 2024

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.

##### Cecilia

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

### 10/10 Excellent

#### goro

Aug 31, 2025

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

##### goro

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

### 10/10 Excellent

#### JOSE MANUEL

Sep 10, 2024

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

##### JOSE MANUEL

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Nillie

Mar 27, 2024

##### Nillie

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024