LIGHTHOUSE STREET

GALLE FORT

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Style and Character in the Heart of Galle Fort

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The best villas in Galle act as a passage to another era. In its location, design and demeanor, this wonderfully elegant hotel in Galle Fort will let you live and experience the rich history and undeniable charm of this island’s most celebrated “living fort”.

Built in the 1800s for a Dutch merchant and his wife, this classically restored boutique hotel is sure to get under your skin and crawl into your heart. Its eclectic mix of traditional features, antique furnishings, and a clean modern aesthetic does everything to surround you with the best of today, all the while doing nothing to take away from a space that is steeped in rich history and quaint charm.

With the best location in the heart of Galle’s Fort, ‘Taru Villas – Lighthouse Street’ is a respectful celebration of this UNESCO Heritage Site, providing convenient access (never more than a 10 minute walk) to the full panoply of surrounding sights and sounds this town has to offer.

Whether you choose to take in the multi-sensory experience that is a walk around the Fort and the greater township, or decide to spend a day paddling in the shallows around the ramparts, ‘Taru Villas – Lighthouse Street’ is the perfect place to relax and restore your energies without ever losing touch with the heart of this very special place. Enjoy the comforts of its classy interior and appreciate the original artworks by some of Sri Lanka’s best artists, or climb up to the bijou roof terrace, effortlessly serving up sunsets of blue and orange against the Fort Skyline, and the endless Indian Ocean backdrop.

FEATURES

This 4-bedroom boutique hotel in the Galle Fort offers a range of services and amenities. Here is a glance at what you can expect:

ROOM AMENITIES

King size beds, en-suite bathrooms, in-room safes, A/C, overhead fans, hot/cold rain showers, hair dryers

Free WiFi

For those who struggle to "disconnect from the grid"

In-House Laundry Service

The convenience of being able to have your clothes cleaned and ironed

FULLY SERVICED PROPERTY

With staff in residence at all times

COT & HIGH CHAIR

Your Little Ones' needs are considered too

Daily Housekeeping

Enjoy having your room attended to each day if you choose

Airport Transfers/ Taxi Service

Our friendly staff can help you organise your transport needs

LEFT LUGGAGE

You can travel lightly knowing your luggage is safely stored

DINING ROOM & BAR

Cuisine we are renowned for

PHOTO GALLERY

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1. Superior Room #2
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PROPERTY PLAN
42 Lighthouse Street

ROOMS

Deluxe Room

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Standard Room

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Superior Room

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Premier Room

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Just as East meets West at every turn, so too does modern luxury combine with antique splendor and charm at this heritage accommodation in Galle, Sri Lanka. The walls are adorned with priceless photographs of times gone by, maps that betray the rich and torrid history of the land and its people, and colourful modern art that cheekily reveals the pull of Ceylon’s traditional roots and the push of a modern, progressive Sri Lanka.

Yet Taru’s loyalty to the rich ancestry of this villa in Galle makes no compromise on luxury.

When you retire to your room you can rest comfortably in the knowledge that every detail has been considered. The famously plush beds guarantee a restful night’s sleep, and the powerful rain showers will beg you to stay another five minutes.

VIEW OUR POLICIES

Rates Include:
Daily breakfast, tea & coffee throughout the day and WiFi.

Rates are in US Dollars. Rates are subject to Government Taxes and Service Charge. Government taxes are subject to change without notice.
Compulsory Supplements:
Christmas Eve – US$ 75/- nett per person and US$ 45/- nett per child

New Year’s Eve – US$ 75/- nett per person and US$ 45/- nett per child
Child Policy:
Children up to 3 years sharing parents’ bed will be on complimentary basis. Children between 3 to 9 years may share parents’ bed or have an extra bed (subject to room configuration) at the rate of US$ 40 nett, including breakfast.

Children 9 years and above are considered adults for pricing purposes
Extra Bed:
We are able to accommodate one extra bed in the Premier Room only. Extra bed & breakfast charge per person of US$ 61 nett
Payment Policy:
The booking is confirmed upon receipt of 50% refundable deposit, balance payable 30 days prior to arrival. For bookings between 20th December and 15th January (both days inclusive) a 50% non-refundable deposit is required for confirmation, balance payable 60 days prior to arrival.
Cancellation Policy:
Any cancellation received 30 days prior to arrival will be free of charge. Cancellations received within 30 days of arrival will incur 100% cancellation charge.
Peak Period Cancellation Policy:
During Peak Period (20th December – 15th January, both days inclusive) cancellations within 60 days of arrival will result in 100% cancellation charge. All other cancellations will be charged the 50% non-refundable deposit.
Whole Villa Bookings:
A minimum 2 night booking is required for Whole Villa stays. 1 night bookings can only be accommodated based on availability closer to the date of arrival.

DINING

Although the Galle Fort provides a wide variety of dining options, from cheap street-food to expensive restaurants, many of Taru Villas guests choose to stay and dine with us because we have a reputation for fresh, high-quality cuisine. Our breakfasts and our Sri Lankan dishes are always crowd-pleasers, but we have ample international options for both healthy and indulgent fare. At the end of a sunny day discovering the secrets of this fabled Fort, return to Taru Villas – Lighthouse Street for a ‘sundowner’ cocktail and delicious dinner.
© 2019 Nandima Divaratne
© 2019 Nandima Divaratne
Our chef will be amenable to your suggestions or dietary requirements and be happy to adjust the menu to your liking, with a little notice. If you chose to book out the whole villa, your entire menu can be pre-set before your arrival. As we are a Full Service hotel, we appreciate that food bought outside is not consumed within our villa.

THINGS TO DO

Galle and its surrounding areas offer an abundance of excursions which our staff will be happy to arrange for you, either prior to or after your arrival.

WHALE WATCHING IN MIRISSA
Venture out by boat, especially between December and April, to witness these giant aquatic acrobats as they gracefully ride the blue.
YATAGALA RAJA MAHA VIHARAYA VISIT
Tucked away just inland from Galle and overlooking lush paddy fields is a quiet temple built amidst large rock formations. Take a walk and experience the serenity or sit in the meditation cave and explore the Dhamma within you.
STILT FISHERMAN
Witness the uniquely Sri Lankan custom of Stilt Fishing in the quiet ocean bays around Weligama and Galle.
YALA SAFARI
Get close to nature with a day trip to Sri Lanka’s best loved National Park and discover exotic wildlife such as leopards, elephants, and bears. You may extend your visit with a safari stay at Taru Villas – Yala, our 2-bedroom private villa oasis.

MAP & DIRECTIONS

Enter the Fort in front of the Cricket Stadium, take the first (left) exit at the roundabout to Church Street. Continue down Church Street till you reach the Pedlar’s Street cross roads. Turn right at this junction and continue till you come to the next cross roads, which is at Lighthouse Street. Turn right and continue along Lighthouse Street till you reach number 42 (on your left hand side).
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