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The Charleston

3.5 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Galle Fort

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Interior detail
Front of property
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Terrace/patio
Basic Double Room, Courtyard Area | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Courtyard Room with Balcony- Double | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Courtyard Room with Balcony- Double

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Select Comfort bed
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Terrace Room - Double

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Select Comfort bed
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Courtyard Room - Double | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Courtyard Room - Double

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Select Comfort bed
Bidet
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Terrace Room - Twin | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Terrace Room - Twin

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Select Comfort bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Lighthouse street, 78, Galle, Southern Province, 80000

What's nearby

  • Galle Fort - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Galle Lighthouse - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Galle International Cricket Stadium - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Jungle Beach - 17 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Unawatuna Beach - 18 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Indian Hut - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taphouse by RnR - Galle - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Barista Lavazza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Merchant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rampart Hotel - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Charleston

Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at The Charleston. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Charlie's Bar & Bistro, which serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli are other highlights.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 9 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

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

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • One child (5 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

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

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Rooftop terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Charlie's Bar & Bistro - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between June 2 and October 31.

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Policies

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

The Charleston Hotel
The Charleston Galle
The Charleston Hotel Galle

Frequently asked questions

Is The Charleston currently open?
The property is closed between June 2 and October 31.
Does The Charleston offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Charleston does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Charleston?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at The Charleston?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Charleston?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Charleston.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Charleston?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at The Charleston and nearby?
The Charleston has an outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near The Charleston?
Yes, Charlie's Bar & Bistro offers Mediterranean cuisine and ocean views.
What's the area around The Charleston like?
The Charleston is a short 2-minute walk from Galle Fort and 4 minutes' walk from Galle Lighthouse.

The Charleston Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Nillie, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

JOSE MANUEL, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The place to stay in Galle
A great place with wonderful staff. The sunset is amazing as well from the tarrace
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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, 2-night trip
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