Located a short walk from Galle town center, this beautiful white villa was built in the 1860s by a Scottish cinnamon merchant. Set on a hilltop, the villa commands views of both the fort and port, whilst the garden itself is abundant with frangipani trees which lead the way toward the pool.
The seven rooms are elegantly furnished with jackwood antiques and four-poster beds. The sun house is well known for its fine dining. All standard rooms are en suite and air conditioned. Its 'Cinnamon Suite' has been named by Condé Nast Traveler as “the most beautiful room in the world”.
Our opinion: An exclusive place to stay which combines luxurious accommodation with excellent hospitality.
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Tour ideas in Galle
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Sun House as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can’t be bettered.
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41 Lighthouse Street
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Aditya
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Amangalla
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ERA Beach
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Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you’re staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident’s eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area’s inhabitants.
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Galle City Tour ![Gate into Galle Fort]()
Galle City Tour
Galle City Tour
Your guide will take you into the walled area of the town which consists of narrow streets lined with European-style buildings, traditional churches and small shops selling lace and jewelry.
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Whale watching ![Young blue whale breaching not far from Sri Lanka's southern beaches]()
Whale watching
Whale watching
Sri Lanka is becoming one of the most successful places to see both blue and sperm whales, which can be found off the island's southern coast.
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Galle and nearby places
- The Southern Coast 43 kilometers away
- Sinharaja Biosphere 49 kilometers away
- Bentota 50 kilometers away
- Tangalle 64 kilometers away
- Wadduwa 77 kilometers away
- Udawalawe National Park 90 kilometers away
- Adam's Peak 92 kilometers away
- Hatton 105 kilometers away
- Horton Plains 107 kilometers away
- Colombo 108 kilometers away