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10 Church Street | inside the Fort, Galle, Sri Lanka
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Amangalla
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Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

First, C and G had different opinions. C rated it 4 and G 5. We went with the higher rating in fairness to the hotel and because, overall, it was an excellent stay. As well we waited for awhile to see if our opinions changed - they didn't. The hotel has been refurbished to a high standard throughout with large... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

If you're reading this review, you are probably trying to decide if the price is worth it. As a person who only ate at the restaurant and used the spa, I can definitely say YES. The Amangalla is a jewel of a property, situated in one of the most interesting places we've ever been. Every. Single. Detail of this place... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

Galle is supposed to be one of the must sees in Sri Lanka. We came here for a day trip and had tea in this lovely hotel. The service and the food is very well appointed. We sit at the terrace close to the entrance. The breeze is really nice in the afternoon. We must stay here next time when... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We did not stay here but popped in for afternoon tea on the veranda whilst exploring Galle Old Town Fort. The staff were very attentive and professional. The tea and scones with whipped cream and strawberry jam was excellent. The toilets were immaculate. Very relaxing, cooling and refreshing experience.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

A beautiful complement to Amanwella where after two days of beach, we experienced a further two days in a historic hotel within a historic fort. We did a whale watching trip en route and had a lovely picnic hamper organised by the Aman resorts to keep our stomachs full (fortunate for us we got to see a blue whale as... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

At the highest point of the fort stands the venerable former "New Oriental" hotel. A successful conversion by Aman and a place of great beauty and historic charm. Managed with an iron hand by a very senior Aman manager (who now left to open overpriced Aman Venice) this place is an absolute must go in Galle. The rooms are minimalist... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

Step back in time at Amangalla, this grand old lady of Galle Fort. With its historic background and beautiful refit it surely is the jewel in the crown. From the moment you arrive to when its sadly time to depart you are surrounded by a peaceful old world ambience. The rooms and common areas are spacious and elegantly furnished with... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

Finally this heritage hotel lovingly reinvented at an amanresort is lively with happy guests, now that the war is over and tourists are flocking south on the super fast highway. This has always been a gorgeous hotel but was often very quiet. On our last visit just after Christmas, the hotel was humming, the food was delicious, the staff completely... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2013

In the 80s as a 'traveller' I sat on the verandah of the New Oriental Hotel enjoying the colonial charm and a cool drink. How special it was to return in 2013 and stay as a guest in Amangalla. The hotel has lost none of its charm and heritage - in fact it has been enhanced by a very thoughtful... More

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London, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

This is a magnificent building in an excellent setting so when you step up onto the verranda with the ceiling fans whirling you step back in time. The service was excellent and although we only had lunch here we felt the rooms would have the same feel about them. So we were somewhat dissapointed when our food arrived - the... More

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Amangalla Hotel
Amangalla Hotel Galle
Address: 10 Church Street | inside the Fort, Galle, Sri Lanka
Region: Sri Lanka > Southern Province > Galle District > Galle
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Business Centre Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool
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#2 Luxury Hotels in Galle
#7 Family Hotels in Galle
#7 Romantic Hotels in Galle
Price range (per night): S$829 - 988
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
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