Behind the tasteful, and very discreet entrance of 41 Lighthouse Street , is one of Galle Fort’s prettiest houses. With just three bedrooms, this can be booked in its entirety as a private villa or as individual rooms.
The seriously special villa tucked away inside Galle Fort offers a spacious living area, beautifully designed rooms, a shimmering swimming pool and a very pretty courtyard. Once through the front section of the house, you enter the large, bright courtyard; this is a the space perfect for relaxing, eating and swimming in the heat of the day, after a morning exploring the fort.
The whole of 41 Lighthouse Street has been finished to a wonderful standard with many personal touches giving the house a homely feel. There are two rooms upstairs and one downstairs, and all are beautifully furnished. This is one of the leading private villas within Fort and can accommodate up to seven guests. The three rooms can be rented on room basis as well as an entire villa.
What we love
- Can be booked as a private villa or individual rooms
- It has a beautiful courtyard and gardens, offering something quite special
- There's a pool, which many hotels don't have inside the fort
- Attentive staff
- Great for families, accommodating up to seven guests
It can book up quickly as it's so small
Whilst breakfast is offered, other meals aren't as standard (you can book a private chef in advance)
Despite not serving other meals as standard, you are well located to enjoy all the cafes and restaurants inside the fort
Yes families are welcome here, it's good as a private family villa.
Located in the heart of Galle Fort along lighthouse street. Cafes, shops and landmarks are only a five minute walk.
What our travellers say
We went to Sri Lanka as a three-generation family of three. The superb trip was organised by Samanthie and the team and it's difficult to see how it could have been bettered.
Roy Wood (February 2026)
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