Kitchenette, Electric kettle, Dining table, Refrigerator
Swimming pool
Private, Outdoor swimming pool
About this property
Elegant Accommodations: The Shades Galle in Galle offers a villa with a garden and an outdoor swimming pool. Guests enjoy free WiFi, ensuring connectivity throughout their stay.
Comfortable Amenities: The property features a shared kitchen, full-day security, and room service. Free on-site private parking is available for convenience.
Prime Location: Located 9.3 mi from Koggala Airport, The Shades Galle is a short walk from Mahamodara Beach and close to Galle Fort. Nearby attractions include Galle International Cricket Stadium and Dutch Church Galle.
Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its swimming pool, property cleanliness, and breakfast provided by the property.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.
“Delightful stay at The Shades, which is a newly-built, well-designed property under assiduous care. The owner, Dhammika, and full-time caretaker, Jeewa, were attentive and friendly. The property is walkable to The Fort, the main entrance of which...”
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Nicholas
United Kingdom
“This is a hidden gem of a place. You may be tempted to stay in galle fort but this place is a reason not to. The decor of the room is second to none with a comfortable bed and beautiful bathroom. It is only a 15-min walk to the fort area. We...”
Mark
New Zealand
“Great option with a pool that is close to town and the Fort but super quiet.
Excellent pool.
Manager is fantastic.”
Golubovic
Sri Lanka
“Jivan is very kind and helpful, a big shoutout to him!
The property is beautiful and modern. The garden and the pool provide a feeling of an oasis in busy Galle.
It is very pleasant and peaceful.”
Peta
Australia
“The property is amazing, the room was spotless, the pool was clean, gardens immaculate and the manager was extremely helpful, our stay was so one of our most memorable of our 8 different places we stayed on our Sri Lankan holiday❤️”
Jenny
United Kingdom
“We had the place to ourselves, there’s only 1 other room, and made good use of the pool. The whole place was immaculate. Great kitchen facilities, really good shower, big bed + decent duvet.”
Katie
Australia
“Very private, only 2 units on the property. Loved the pool, very clean.”
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Natalie
United Kingdom
“There are just two spacious apartments and a shared kitchen/breakfast room in this small locally run hotel. Lovely pool and gardens. Comfortable bed, lots of storage, huge bathroom with plenty of hot water. Helpful member of staff on site.”
Alison
United Kingdom
“The pool was an amazing place to relax.
Clean, modern accommodation with air con. Pool towels provided.
Amazing large bathroom.
We booked both rooms which are separated by the kitchen so had the place to ourselves.
Beautiful gardens, all...”
Deirdre
Ireland
“Very clean, very good shower, comfy bed. Lovely host
Pretty garden”
Area info
House rules
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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
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