Featuring free WiFi and an outdoor swimming pool, The Fort Printers offers accommodation in Galle. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. You will find a kettle in the room. All rooms have a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hair dryer. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. The hotel also offers bike hire and car hire. The Galle Fort and the Galle Light House are 350 metres from The Fort Printers, while the Bandaranaike International Airport is 155 km.
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Amenities at The Fort Printers
Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Bar/Lounge
Room service
Free Wi-Fi
Tea/coffee maker
Coffee shop
Wi-Fi available in all areas
Free toiletries
Internet
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Guests overwhelmingly praise The Fort Printers for its superb location within Galle Fort, friendly and helpful staff, excellent breakfast, and the charming blend of historic architecture with modern touches. Many highlight the beautiful colonial building, inviting atmosphere, and pleasant pool area. While some mention minor maintenance issues, dim lighting, or occasional noise due to the old structure, the overall experience is very positive, with guests appreciating the unique ambiance and attentive service.
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Rebecca, Aug 2025
The Fort Printers is a fabulous hotel and a beautiful old building… the staff were friendly and very helpful, the breakfast was outstanding, the rooms were generous, the courtyard and pool is very pretty and a lovely place to sit in peace and quiet. The only slight downside was that being in the very centre of Galle, there is some noise sometimes at night, but I suspect any hotel would have the sa...
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Location
39 Pedlar Street, Galle
What's nearby
Galle Lighthouse238 m
National Maritime Museum338 m
Galle Fortress0.5 km
Galle International Stadium0.7 km
St. Mary's Cathedral1.2 km
Galle Harbour1.7 km
Unawatuna Beach3.6 km
Wakwella Bridge9.4 km
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Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 12:00
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The Fort Printers
What is the cheapest day to book The Fort Printers?
Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.
The cheapest day to book The Fort Printers is Thursday, with an average nightly rate of R2 314. The most expensive day is Friday at R4 848 per night.
FAQs when booking at The Fort Printers
Where is The Fort Printers located?
The Fort Printers is located at 39 Pedlar Street, 1,2 km from the centre of Galle. Galle Lighthouse is the closest landmark to The Fort Printers.
When is check-in time and check-out time at The Fort Printers?
Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at The Fort Printers.
Does The Fort Printers offer free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Fort Printers offers free Wi-Fi.
How far is The Fort Printers from the airport?
The Fort Printers is 11,9 km from Koggala. The Fort Printers is 50,2 km from Bentota River.
Does The Fort Printers have a pool?
Yes, The Fort Printers has a pool on-site.
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