The Colonial Escape

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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.9

About this property

Elegant Accommodations: The Colonial Escape in Galle offers a resort with a garden, terrace, restaurant, bar, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Comfortable Amenities: Guests enjoy private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and free on-site parking. Additional facilities include an outdoor play area, kids' pool, and evening entertainment. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves Chinese, British, French, Indian, and local cuisines. Breakfast options include continental, American, full English, vegetarian, vegan, and halal. Prime Location: Located 2.3 mi from Galle Fort and Galle Railway Station, the resort is near attractions such as Galle Light House and Dutch Church Galle.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Asian, American, Breakfast to go

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Activities:

  • Evening entertainment

  • Public Bath

  • Badminton equipment

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Lashane
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“The property is new and fresh. The staff were fantastic.”
Laura
Australia Australia
“We couldn't be happier with our stay at The Colonial Escape. The setting is so relaxing, the staff are incredibly thoughtful and the rooms are impeccably designed. The hotel is a short distance from Galle Fort (easily reachable by taxi), making it...”
Darren
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“From the moment we got through the gate I felt relaxed. The staff could not have been better not only meeting our requests quickly with a smile, but being proactive to our needs. What a beautiful property!”
Freeman
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“An exceptional colonial home from home. 5 rooms, personal service, comfortable, spacious, everything you would expect from a 5 star boutique hotel.”
Pavol
Slovakia Slovakia
“Excellent service to every detail. Luxury accomodation in relaxed setting”
Sutaria
India India
“Beautiful property Spacious rooms which were sometimes cleaned twice a day. Helpful and attentive staff. Loved the little pool for cooling down after a warm day. Loved just about everything thing about this boutique hotel. The photographs...”
Christine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The hotel was an oasis about 15 min tuck tuck ride from the fort. Staff were highly capable and friendly. We had the Sri Lankan breakfasts and they were the best of our 5 week holiday. The garden and pool were the perfect way to relax at the end...”
Polina
Netherlands Netherlands
“Stunning colonial style villa, state of the art design, very cozy and atmospheric. The stuff are very attentive and kind.”
Natalie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“After two weeks of central Sri Lanka adventures, the Colonial Escape was the perfect relaxing break. The hotel has five beautiful rooms, an amazing pool and the most attentive butler service. The garden and house has been extremely well designed...”
Kodikara
Singapore Singapore
“Beautiful colonial house with very pleasant surroundings. Staff throughout our stay were lovely. The rooms were very beautiful and the overall stay with our young family was fantastic. Recomend for large group bookings.”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Chinese • British • French • Indian • Pizza • Seafood • Thai • Local • International • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegan • Dairy-free

Resort facilities at The Colonial Escape

Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
$50 per person, per night

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
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Accepted payment methods
VisaCash
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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