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      The Merchant - Galle

      $$$$||View on mapGalle, Sri Lanka64A Peddlers Street Galle Fort Galle 64A Peddlers Street, Galle Fort, Galle, Galle, Sri Lanka, 80000|
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      The Merchant Galle Exterior photo The photo shows a charming outdoor courtyard of what appears to be a resort or hotel. The courtyard is paved with light-colored square tiles arranged in a pattern. The buildings surrounding the courtyard have a warm, earthy aesthetic with light-colo
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      The Merchant Galle Exterior photo The photo captures a cozy and inviting outdoor dining space at dusk or night. The scene is bathed in a warm, soft lighting that creates a relaxed atmosphere. A long, rustic wooden dining table takes center stage, surrounded by four wicker chairs. T
      53 photos
      The Merchant Galle Room photo The photo shows a cozy and inviting hotel room with a warm, neutral color palette. The focal point is a large bed with a dark gray upholstered headboard, neatly made with white linens and a decorative throw blanket in muted green and beige tones. T
      53 photos
      The Merchant Galle Room photo The photo shows a cozy and inviting living room with a warm, earthy color palette. Sunlight streams in from a large glass sliding door that leads to a balcony, illuminating the space. The room features a dark brown leather sofa positioned against t
      53 photos
      The Merchant Galle Interior photo The photo captures a warmly lit, spacious entryway of a home, likely in a region with a traditional architectural style. The overall ambiance is relaxed and inviting. The foreground features a long, ornate wooden bench with curved details, position
      The Merchant - Galle
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      Overall Score
      Perfect · 382 reviews
      9.2Perfect
      Location9.7
      Staff9.7
      Breakfast9.5
      Cleanliness9.4
      Comfort9.4
      Who stays here
      Couples53%
      Families19%
      Groups15%
      Solo11%

      Overview

      Overall Score
      Perfect · 382 reviews
      9.2Perfect
      Location9.7
      Staff9.7
      Breakfast9.5
      Cleanliness9.4
      Comfort9.4
      Who stays here
      Couples53%
      Families19%
      Groups15%
      Solo11%

      Situated only 5 minutes' stroll from the historic Galle Lighthouse, the elegant 5-star The Merchant Galle hotel boasts air-conditioned rooms overlooking the garden. Providing access to the historic military fortress "Fort", this Galle hotel is within reach of the Old Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct and offers an Asian restaurant.

      Location

      The hotel has a prime setting 2.6 km from Jungle Beach, while natural sights like the Rumassala Sanctuary are 2.8 km away. Places of worship to visit nearly 20 minutes on foot from the Merchant Galle include the Meeran Jumma Mosque. The nearby cultural experience includes the Maritime Archaeology Museum, which is just 550 metres away.

      Galle train station is also approximately a 10-minute stroll away.

      Rooms

      The 15 rooms are allergy-friendly and equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a minibar fridge and coffee/tea making machines. There are air-conditioned bedrooms and private bathrooms with a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower provided. Offering a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower, the bathrooms are fitted with a hairdryer and a shower cap.

      Eat & Drink

      A full English breakfast can be enjoyed at the Merchant. Guests can also sample international cuisine in the dining area. You may walk 5 minutes to Isle Of Gelato or eat by Pedlar's Inn Cafe, located only 100 metres away.

      Leisure & Business

      The Merchant hotel entices guests to participate in live performances provided for their enjoyment.

      Good to know
      Check-in/Check-out
      from 2 pm
      until 11 am
      Amenities
      No parking available.
      Wireless internet is available in for free.
      Other information
      Breakfast
      You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs USD 15.0 per person. 
      Pets
      Pets are not allowed.
      Building
      Number of rooms:15
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      Rooms and availability

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      Deluxe Double Room
      • Max:
        2 persons
      • Bed options:
        1 Double bed
      • Garden view
      • Shower
      • Air conditioning
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      Premium King Room
      • Max:
        2 persons
      • Bed options:
        1 King-size bed
      • Garden view
      • Shower
      • Balcony
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      Two-Bedroom Villa
      • Max:
        4 persons
      • Bed options:
        1 King-size bed
      • Garden view
      • Shower
      • Balcony
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      Facilities

      Main facilities

      Wi-Fi
      Parking
      Luggage storage

      Luggage storage

      Locker room

      24-hour services

      24-hour reception

      24-hour security

      Food/ Drinks

      Bar/ Lounge area

      Outdoor dining area

      Restaurant

      Snack bar

      Shuttle

      Paid airport shuttle

      Spa and relaxation

      Back massage

      Head massage

      Full body massage

      Foot massage

      Laundry

      Sports & Fitness

      • Wind surfing
      • Diving
      • Snorkelling
      • Canoeing
      • Cycling
      • Tennis court
      • Fishing

      Services

      • Paid airport shuttle
      • Room service
      • Housekeeping
      • Car hire
      • Laundry
      • Dry cleaning
      • Tours/Ticket assistance
      • Grocery shopping service

      Dining

      • In-room breakfast
      • Restaurant
      • Snack bar
      • Bar/ Lounge area
      • Outdoor dining area
      • Dinner
      • Packed lunches

      Business

      • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
      • Fax/Photocopying

      Children

      • Cots
      • Board games
      • Children's menu

      Facilities for people with disabilities

      • Toilet for disabled

      Spa & Leisure

      • Live entertainment
      • Garden area
      • Back massage
      • Head massage
      • Full body massage
      • Foot massage

      Room view

      • Garden view

      Room features

      • Air conditioning
      • Mini-bar
      • Soundproofed rooms
      • Sitting area
      • Dressing area
      • Terrace
      • Garden furniture
      • Tea and coffee facilities
      • Ironing facilities

      Bathroom

      • Free toiletries

      Self-catering

      • Electric kettle

      Media

      • Flat-screen TV
      • AM/FM alarm clock
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      Essential information about The Merchant

      💵 Lowest room price 268 SG$
      📏 Distance to centre 800 m
      ✈️ Distance to airport 15.0 km
      🧳 Nearest airport Koggala, KCT

      Location

      64A Peddlers Street Galle Fort Galle 64A Peddlers Street, Galle Fort, Galle, Galle, Sri Lanka, 80000
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      64A Peddlers Street Galle Fort Galle 64A Peddlers Street, Galle Fort, Galle, Galle, Sri Lanka, 80000
      • City landmarks
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      Landmark
      Black Fort
      920 m
      Landmark
      Kataluva Purvarama Maha Viharaya
      920 m
      Landmark
      Bodhi Temple
      1.0 km
      Church
      Saint Mary's Church
      1.6 km
      Landmark
      Galle Harbour
      3.5 km
      Old Town of Galle and its Fortifications
      530 m
      Lighthouse
      Galle Lighthouse
      410 m
      90 Leyn Baan St
      Galle Fort
      530 m
      Museum
      Fort
      530 m
      Queens Street Galle Fort
      Maritime Archeology Museum
      530 m
      Church St
      Galle Dutch Fort
      530 m
      Colombo Road
      Galle International Cricket Stadium
      530 m
      Church
      Dutch Reformed Church
      230 m
      Galle Fort Clock Tower
      Galle Fort Clock Tower
      530 m
      Mall
      Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct
      530 m
      Park
      Mahendra Amarasooriya Park
      530 m
      Museum
      Historical Mansion Museum
      160 m
      Pedlar Street
      Pilgrims Lounge Chrishtopher Handicraft and Paint Gallery
      10 m
      Rampart Street Galle Fort
      Clock Tower
      190 m
      Church
      All Saints Anglican Church
      160 m
      Church Street Galle Fort
      Dutch Government House
      50 m
      50A Lighthouse Street Galle Fort
      Exotic Roots Art Gallery Cafe
      70 m
      cnr Leyn Baan & Rampart Sts
      Meeran Mosque
      240 m
      Baladaksha Mawatha
      Old gate
      260 m
      Rampart Street
      Fort Shri Sudarmalaya Buddhist Temple
      190 m
      Lighthouse Street
      530 m
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      Antic Gem and Jewellery Store
      150 m
      Rampart Street
      180 m
      Spa Centre
      The Fort Bazaar
      80 m
      Restaurant
      The Heritage Cafe & Bistro
      70 m
      Restaurant
      The Fort Printers
      530 m
      Restaurant
      The Original Rocket Burger
      110 m
      Restaurant
      Galle Fort Hotel Restaurant
      100 m
      Restaurant
      Galley52
      100 m
      Restaurant
      The Zaal
      60 m
      Restaurant
      Galle Things Roti
      70 m
      Restaurant
      The Ivy by Frangipani
      70 m
      Restaurant
      Tea de Forte
      70 m
      Restaurant
      Pedlar's Inn Gelato
      90 m
      Restaurant
      The Pasta Factory
      180 m
      Restaurant
      Poonie's Kitchen
      100 m

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      9.2 /10
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