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Located in the heart of the city, Taavetti offers an urban retreat with a relaxing atmosphere. Unwind at the outdoor treatment areas with aromatherapy and Ayurvedic treatments or grab a drink at the beach bar on site. With free WiFi, cooked-to-order breakfast options, and dry cleaning services for guests' convenience.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Free beach club on site
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach bar
  • Spa services

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Premium bedding
The current price is $146
$200 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19

Why we love this property

Food worth savoring
This hotel boasts a restaurant, a bar, and cooked-to-order breakfast options. Chef service elevates the dining experience for culinary enthusiasts.
Spa serenity
Spa services delight with Ayurvedic treatments, aromatherapy, and deep-tissue massages. Couples enjoy outdoor sessions near garden's water pathway.

Room options

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Corner | Bathroom | Designer toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, bidet

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, City View, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

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Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Double Room, Bathtub, City View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
sea breeze garden mahamodara, 266/10, Galle, SP, 80000

What's nearby

  • Sea Turtle Hatchery Mahamodara - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • St. Aloysius College - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mahamodara Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Galle Fort - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Galle International Cricket Stadium - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 123 min drive
  • Midigama Railway Station - 25 min drive
  • Airport pick-up service

Restaurants

  • ‪Elita Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cardamon Cafe - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Kopi & Treats - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Perera & Sons - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Fort Heritage Food Cabin - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Taavetti

Taavetti offers a private beach where you can enjoy free cabanas, beach umbrellas, and beachside drinks, plus snorkeling is nearby. Guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in deep-tissue massages, facials, and body scrubs, and the indoor pool provides fun for everyone. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after midnight 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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Free secured, uncovered onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport pickup on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Free daily reception

What to do

  • Free beach club
  • Private beach access
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • An indoor pool
  • Spa services
  • 24-hour pool access
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Lockers available
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Chef
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15 to 15 for adults, and USD 10 to 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 80 per vehicle. Maximum occupancy 2

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 300.0 per day
  • Airport shuttle service for children between the ages of 2 and 6 costs USD 10

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool open 24-hours

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property does not have elevators.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Taavetti Hotel

Taavetti Galle

Villa Taavetti

Taavetti Hotel Galle

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Taavetti?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.

Are pets allowed at Taavetti?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Taavetti?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Taavetti?

Yes, a shuttle from the airport to the hotel is available. The charge is USD 80 per vehicle.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Taavetti?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Taavetti and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and snorkeling. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include spa services and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Taavetti?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Taavetti like?

Taavetti is in the heart of Galle, a short 11-minute walk from St. Aloysius College and 19 minutes' walk from Galle International Cricket Stadium.

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Reviews

Taavetti Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The beach across the street was simply spectacular and the property's beach club offered direct ocean access. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A great boutique hotel in colonial style, extremely relaxing atmosphere with wonderful staff, super helpful in all matters.
Stefan, 10-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Charming boutique hotel. Although the surrounding area (3 km west of Galle Fort) is unassuming, the hotel itself is in a beautiful colonial style with every detail and unique decoration carefully thought through. The restaurant, just across the street and on the beach is also beautiful with excellent food. Highly recommended.
Cyrille, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very cute hotel rite on the beach. Staff was superb . Breakfast was good and rooms Comfortable . Would definitely recommend
Nikhil, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Hotel was lovely and all of the staff were courteous, kind and absolutely could not do enough to help. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. The description on Hotels.com however is a little misleading. Whilst the associated Taavetti Beach Club which serves great food is situated right on the Beach, the hotel building itself is actually accross the road and not next to the beach. Also, the hotel is not an 18 min walk into the Galle Fort area - in fact it is about 48 minutes. However, it's easy to get a Tuk Tuk into town so that's not a huge problem & overall, we enjoyed our stay. Thank you again to the lovely staff.
Tracey, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and helpful staff, lovely and clean room
Duran, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful

Such a beautiful hotel and friendly staff. Easy access to the beach ( once you make it across the street), and a lovely hotel kitty!
Shanna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were so friendly and genuinely helpful, they also have the most adorable cat that you may spot around the lobby area
Oliver, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff are excellent and the manager Mr Sumudu goes above and beyond
david, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hip hideout

Beautiful, stylishly decorated boutique hotel. Friendly and personable staff. Very comfortable. Highly recommended.
Lara Christie, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The room was smaller than advertised. Didn’t have a much space. The bathroom was stylish but the shower drain didn't work and flooded the bathroom. Also no hot water from the shower. What saved it a bit was the friendly hotel manager and the nice beach lounge across the road.
Irina, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay

Normally I’m not the person who writes reviews. But this hotel really deserves a good review. Its was great staying for me. Great interior design, cozy, clean. Its so close to Galle fort by tuktuk it takes only 230 rupees. Also staff were really really helpful, kind and caring. I had injury on my foot. They were really careful about this. Thank you Roshan and Banuka!
Halil Kerem, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Luxury in Galle with beach

The place was beautiful design. Thats what I want in hotels. The staff were lovely. Amaan, Viraj and Nethmi were wonderful. This place is an oasis off the busy city street down to the Fort. If you want to stay away from the touristy Fort area on the coast, with a private beach, this place is for you. The only feedback I have for them is be clear about restaurant times. It said on menu in room 6p. I went down 6.15 and was told my meal would take 1 to 1.5 hours. This won't work for families with children. It is a beautiful new hotel but if they want to be one of the best, this is important to be organised & have good communication.
My room
Belinda, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Taavetti positions itself as a five-star property. In its current form, I would rate it a strong four — and with a few thoughtful refinements, it could comfortably reach true five-star boutique level. I originally booked three nights and extended for six more, which already says a lot about the overall value and comfort. Highlights: • Excellent value for what you receive. • Peaceful, largely empty stretch of beach — a real luxury. • Relaxed beach club with direct ocean access. • Breakfast is good; lunch and dinner are very good (the barramundi was excellent). • Kind, attentive staff. Romaya, the owner (based in Canada), clearly has a vision and strong foundations are in place. Things to note: The hotel and beach club (also the main restaurant) are separated by the main road. It’s manageable, but you do need to cross to reach the beach. The beach club extension is still being completed. From the front it looks polished; from the sea you can see unfinished concrete upper levels. For me, pricing reflects this. WiFi at the beach club needs strengthening — especially for guests working remotely. To move from 4 to 5 stars: • Replace plastic water bottles with glass mineral bottles. • Swap plastic straws for paper or metal. • Upgrade toiletries to refillable ceramic or glass containers, ideally partnering with a local Ayurvedic brand. As someone who works with hospitality properties worldwide, I share these as constructive suggestions. Overall: would return.
Victoria, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We began our trip to Sri Lanka at Taavetti, and it was the perfect choice. The hotel arranged an airport pickup for us, making the two-hour drive smooth and scenic. Galle was an excellent starting point, and Taavetti proved to be the ideal place to stay. Getting to the fort was easy with a quick Tuk Tuk ride, and the beach across the street was simply spectacular. The hotel itself was fabulous, with an incredible staff who made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. A huge thank you to Ambiga, Gayantha, Raja, Nethmi, Roshan, Banuka, Hasitha, and Waruni—you all made our stay truly special! I wish we had stayed an extra night. The room was beautiful, the breakfast was fantastic, and the hotel even helped us arrange transportation to Mirissa the next day. A wonderful start to our Sri Lankan adventure!
Clinton, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Even before we left home, the staff at taavetti was responsive and kind and helped us organise a driver who picked us up (and waited for us to sort out an issue with our bags!) at colombo airport with a sign. Upon arrival they were welcoming and smiling and provided us with cold towels and a refreshing mango juice. The property is spectacular with great antique furniture, lush vegetation and a very pretty pool. The arches throughout the property really add to the charm too. They took care of our bags and we even got upgraded to a massive room with a huge open bathroom and bathtub and a balcony with a partial sea view (room 8). The property was spotless and the bed huge and very comfortable. The wifi worked well too. The property is only a very short tuktuk ride away from galle fort with all restaurants and cultural activities. I also managed to book a massage on my first evening on arrival which was wonderful after a long flight. The therapist was attentive, thorough and applied the pressure that I wanted leaving me relaxed and happy. The massage room was beautiful and has a glass ceiling and I could hear the rain patting on it as I was getting massaged. Pure bliss. Throughout our stay the staff was attentive and regularly checked on us and had open line on communication through WhatsApp making it easy to chat and get everything we needed. This was the perfect experience and we would highly recommend taavetti and would love to come back one day!
Indiana, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and nice beach club
Nima, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Priced too high for the value provided
Avani Rao, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Front desk lady gave different information regarding check out time and the free breakfast. Her approach was not hospitalable to say the least.
Bernard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Authentic, exotic Sri Lankan experience

Extraordinary, Quiet and a place out of the world.
Vinay, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Hotel ist nicht am Meer! Manager zu autoritär
Patrick, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastisk service

Fantastisk sted med fantastisk service. Ligger mellom Galle og Unawatuna. Lett. Ordne seg med Tuktuk. Ca 35 kroner til begge steder. Servicen var så gjennomført at jeg som nordmann nesten ble flau. Men stas var det. Anbefales på det sterkeste
Roger, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastisk

Fantastisk hotel, kjempefine rom og helt utrolig bra service. Behandlet som kongelige fra vi kom til vi dro. Vil anbefale til alla
Vibeke, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Très bel hotel

Magnifique hôtel récent à 5 minutes de fort galle en tuk tuk Petit déjeuner moyen
Stephanie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lewis, 1-night trip