The Fort Printers

Property class: 4.5
Luxury hotel with outdoor pool, near Galle Fort

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The Fort Printers offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Galle Fort. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Babysitting
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Why we love this property

Dining delights
The hotel features a magical restaurant, stylish bar for evening drinks, and a delicious full breakfast to kickstart each day.
Luxury sleep experience
Guestrooms offer nightly turndown service, perfect for the discerning traveler. This luxury hotel's minibar adds extra comfort to an elevated stay.

Room options

Heritage Wing (Headmaster Prefect Arts, Geography and History room)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Church/Pedlar Wing Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

CHURCH SUITE

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
39 Pedlar Street, Galle, 80000

What's nearby

  • Galle Fort - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Historical Mansion - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • National Maritime Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Galle Lighthouse - 3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 126 min drive
  • Midigama Railway Station - 26 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Indian Hut - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pedlar's Corner Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Aqua Forte - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Coconut Sambol - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪VOC Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Fort Printers

  • The Fort Printers offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Galle Fort. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 16 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Children

    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare*

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*

Offsite

    • Area shuttle*

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 20 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 120 per vehicle (one way)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

The 65 Pedlar Street Suite room categories are not located at the main building.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Fort Printers offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Fort Printers 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 Fort Printers?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Fort Printers?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Fort Printers?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Fort Printers?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 120 per vehicle one way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Fort Printers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Fort Printers and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Fort Printers?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Fort Printers like?

The Fort Printers is a short 3-minute walk from Galle Fort and 4 minutes' walk from Galle Lighthouse.

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