Tamarind Hill Hotel - Galle

5-star luxury heritage hotel in a restored 250-year-old manor house in Galle

Accommodations

Tamarind Hill offers 10 rooms and 2 suites, including the Admiral Suite with a washroom that has a luxurious feel. Each room is furnished with antique mahogany furniture and has a private balcony. The heritage suites (Admiral and Captain) are part of the original 250-year-old Dutch manor house.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves Sri Lankan specialties like string hoppers with various curries, as well as grilled prawns and international dishes. The chef can prepare a Sri Lankan breakfast that one guest described as the best they had during two weeks of travel. Guests without a drinks license can bring their own alcohol, and the hotel provides glasses, ice, and ice buckets.

Wellness & Recreation

The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool set amidst lush greenery that is large and well-maintained, as noted by several guests. The on-site spa offers treatments rooted in ancient Ceylonese healing traditions. Guests can also enjoy a games room and participate in a tour or class about local culture.

Location & Surroundings

Tamarind Hill is 500 metres from Mahamodara Beach and within 400 metres of Galle city centre. The hotel is a 5-minute tuk-tuk ride from Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Nearby natural attractions include Kanneliya Rainforest, Sri Lanka's second-largest primary forest, and local artisan shops specializing in Beeralu Lace Making.

Services & Amenities

The hotel offers a concierge service, currency exchange, and express check-in/check-out. For families, babysitting/child services and kids' meals are available. Additional amenities include a paid airport shuttle to Koggala Airport (16 km away), car hire, and guided tours to nearby attractions.

• Accommodations: 10 rooms and 2 suites with antique furniture and private balconies
• Dining: Sri Lankan specialties and a chef-prepared breakfast
• Wellness: Outdoor pool and spa with Ceylonese healing treatments
• Location: 5 minutes from Galle Fort and 500 m from Mahamodara Beach
• Services: Concierge, currency exchange, guided tours, and babysitting