The Merchant
The Merchant
About this property
Elegant Accommodations: The Merchant in Galle offers a 5-star hotel experience with a garden, terrace, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Private check-in and check-out services ensure a seamless arrival and departure. Comfortable Amenities: Rooms feature private bathrooms, air-conditioning, balconies with garden views, and modern amenities such as mini-bars and flat-screen TVs. Additional services include a 24-hour front desk, concierge, and live music. Dining Options: The restaurant serves local, Asian, and international cuisines for lunch and dinner. Breakfast options include full English, Irish, and vegetarian, with outdoor seating available. Prime Location: Located in Galle Fort, the hotel is a 3-minute walk from Galle Fort Beach and close to attractions like Galle Light House (1312 feet) and Dutch Church (4-minute walk). Koggala Airport is 8.7 mi away.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Perera
United States“Friendly staff and great atmosphere. Food was excellent !” - Natalie United States“first, the staff here is incredible! warm and attentive we spent time around Areem and Rizwam and they made us feel like absolute queens. Professional, kind, always two steps ahead. That’s the way everyone is at the merchant. Aside from that real...”
- Holger United States“The staff, particularly the front desk, were exceedingly friendly. The location on one of Galle's main strolls is great; the fort's walls and the sea are only a few minutes walk away. Breakfast was good.”
- Karina
India“The location was perfect!! It’s super well located in the heart of the old town. The rooms were cozy and well designed!” - Saif
Bahrain“The location is perfect for Galle. The Staff were exceptional especially Amin who was very helpful and courteous. Highly recommend this hotel” - Matthew
United Arab Emirates“Amazing rooms, staff service was pheonomal, food was divine.” - Sol
United Kingdom“Food was absolutely incredible, some of the best in the area.” - James
Malaysia“Clean comfortable room, good size bathroom and shower. Great location in the center of the old fort area.” - Nazrin
Azerbaijan“We vere staying in Galle after not good experience in Ella and this hotel was a blessing. Everyone is friendly, amazing staff, super clean and food was delicious. We will definitely recommend this property to our friends” - Lasantha
Sri Lanka“The staff was amazing and very friendly we even got a room upgrade. The Rooms were clean and well maintained. The food was good and evening vibe was really amazing. will come again.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- 1710
- CuisineLocal • Asian • International
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Amenities of The Merchant
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Bar
Bathroom
- Private bathroom
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
Activities
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Live music/Performance
- Cooking classAdditional chargeOff-site
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Themed dinnersAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Temporary art galleriesOff-site
- Beach
- SnorkelingAdditional chargeOff-site
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- CanoeingAdditional charge
- WindsurfingAdditional chargeOff-site
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Tennis courtAdditional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- FruitAdditional charge
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingNo parking available.
Transportation
- Public transit ticketsAdditional charge
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check-in/out
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business Facilities
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Grocery deliveriesAdditional charge
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Hypoallergenic room available
- Car rental
- Packed lunches
- Chapel/Shrine
- Soundproof rooms
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Accessibility
- Toilet with grab rails
Spa
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples' massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- MassageAdditional charge
Languages Spoken
- English
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
