The Merchant
Hotel, 5-star64A peddlers street Galle fort Galle 64A peddlers Street, Galle Fort, Galle, GalleShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, location and food.
9.3359Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 11:30 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.7 out of 10, at 64A peddlers street Galle fort Galle 64A peddlers Street, Galle Fort, Galle.
- Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.
Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in luxury at The Merchant in Galle. Each room is elegantly furnished with modern amenities including air conditioning, flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom. Some rooms even feature a balcony for a stunning view.
Exceptional Services
Experience top-notch services at our 5-star hotel. From a 24-hour front desk to airport transfers, our dedicated staff ensures your comfort and convenience throughout your stay. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and more during your visit.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
Rooms
9.3
Top rated
Rated 9.3 out of 10 by 359 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.2
- Service9.7
- Location9.7
- Rooms9.2
- Amenities8.2
- Value9.2
- Food & drink9.7
Guests mention
Clean and comfortable roomsExcellent breakfast optionsFriendly and helpful staffGreat location
LesleyUnited KingdomExcellent food hotel and staff. Loved our stay.
Such an amazing place with excellent food and helpful staff.
No swimming pool which would have been nice.
HamidahMalaysiaGreat memories made in Galle.
The vibes, the smiles, the welcome drinks and the breakfast options. Everything is superb.
None
KarenNew ZealandAmazing service - the staff were brilliant. Loved my room. And the food - so good. I would highly recommend The Merchant.
EmmaSpainUna estancia maravillosa en un hotel lleno de encanto, con un servicio excepcional.
The rooms are absolutely incredible, especially the upper suite. Mr. Chamika was wonderful, and all the staff were incredibly attentive and welcoming throughout our stay.
The breakfast was definitely one of the…
MuranLKNot recommended
Location
The response was very poor and communication was inadequate. The bathroom had a strong, unpleasant odor. Food presentation was acceptable, but the dishes lacked flavor. Considering the high prices, the food is…
NOBUYUKIJapan快適なゴール滞在が楽しめる
立地。朝食が美味しかった。
特に無い
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
64A peddlers street Galle fort Galle 64A peddlers Street, Galle Fort, Galle, Galle
Guests rate the location 9.7 out of 10 — exceptional.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 02:00 PM
Check-out by 11:30 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about The Merchant
What time is check-in and check-out at The Merchant?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:30 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does The Merchant allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is breakfast included at The Merchant?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does The Merchant have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at The Merchant?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does The Merchant have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at The Merchant?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 2:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book The Merchant?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is The Merchant?
64A peddlers street Galle fort Galle 64A peddlers Street, Galle Fort, Galle, Galle.
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