The Merchant

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Scored 9.2
Rated wonderful

About this property

Elegant Accommodations: The Merchant in Galle offers a 5-star hotel experience with a garden, terrace, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Private check-in and check-out services ensure a seamless arrival and departure. Comfortable Amenities: Guests enjoy air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, garden views, and modern amenities such as mini-bars and flat-screen TVs. Additional facilities include a coffee shop, outdoor seating area, and family rooms. Dining Options: The family-friendly restaurant serves local, Asian, and international cuisines with halal, vegetarian, and vegan options. Breakfast includes full English, Irish, and Asian selections. Live music enhances the dining experience. Prime Location: Located in Galle Fort, The Merchant is a 3-minute walk from Galle Fort Beach and 8.7 mi from Koggala Airport. Nearby attractions include Galle Fort and Galle Fort Beach.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Asian, Breakfast to go

Availability

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Rolf
Malaysia Malaysia
“Good location in center of town with good restaurant at hotel. Very friendly and accommodating staff.”
Harish
India India
“The staff behavior and the efforts they made to make us feel comfortable. We are pure vegetarians and the staff at kitchen walked extra mile to offer us pure vegetarian dishes.”
Mary
United States United States
“We had a fantastic time in Galle and part of the reason was this hotel. It had everything we needed - beautiful rooms with amazing air conditioning, a delicious breakfast with tasty choices, and very kind people helping us whenever we needed it....”
Mihirani
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“The room was very comfortable, clean, and well-designed we loved the cozy and relaxing vibe it had. The staff were exceptionally friendly, attentive, and always ready to help with a smile, which made our stay even more enjoyable. Overall, it was a...”
Perera
United States United States
“Friendly staff and great atmosphere. Food was excellent !”
Natalie
United States United States
“first, the staff here is incredible! warm and attentive we spent time around Areem and Rizwam and they made us feel like absolute queens. Professional, kind, always two steps ahead. That’s the way everyone is at the merchant. Aside from that real...”
Holger
United States United States
“The staff, particularly the front desk, were exceedingly friendly. The location on one of Galle's main strolls is great; the fort's walls and the sea are only a few minutes walk away. Breakfast was good.”
Karina
India India
“The location was perfect!! It’s super well located in the heart of the old town. The rooms were cozy and well designed!”
Saif
Bahrain Bahrain
“The location is perfect for Galle. The Staff were exceptional especially Amin who was very helpful and courteous. Highly recommend this hotel”
Matthew
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Amazing rooms, staff service was pheonomal, food was divine.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
1710
  • Cuisine
    Local • Asian • International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan

Amenities of The Merchant

Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

The Merchant takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
Available 24 hours
Check-out
From 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
$30 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
$40 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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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.
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