Fort Bazaar

On the second day of our short holiday, we had the pleasure of staying at the stunning Fort Bazaar, a calm, luxurious retreat nestled in the heart of Galle Fort. From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by the elegant décor and thoughtful design that perfectly blends modern style with the charm of a historic setting.|| ||We were warmly welcomed by Nafhan, who greeted us at the front and gave us a personal tour of the property, sharing insights and stories along the way. His hospitality and attention to detail were truly exceptional, setting the tone for our stay.|| ||The rooms are beautifully styled, offering a perfect balance of comfort and sophistication. Every element, from the furnishings to the lighting, felt carefully considered. The highlight of our stay was undoubtedly the hotel’s long-awaited swimming pool, a brilliant addition that elevates the experience at Fort Bazaar. It’s the ideal spot to unwind after a day of exploring Galle Fort.|| ||The level of service was outstanding. Every member of the staff went above and beyond to ensure we felt valued and comfortable. Their attentiveness and warm manner made us feel right at home.|| ||We were pleasantly surprised by the happy hour from 5 pm to 6 pm, where guests are treated to tea, coffee, cocktails, mocktails, and fresh juices. This thoughtful gesture added a memorable touch to our experience.|| ||Dining at the hotel’s restaurant was another highlight. The space strikes a perfect balance between grandeur and relaxation, creating a stylish yet chilled ambiance. The food was exceptional, with an excellent mix of local and international flavours. Our kids were thrilled with the selection of Western-inspired dishes, while we indulged in more Sri Lankan-inspired options. The quality and presentation of every dish were impeccable.|| ||Fort Bazaar perfectly embodies the spirit of historical Ceylon blended with contemporary island luxury, just as you’d expect from Teardrop Hotels. It was an unforgettable stay, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone visiting Galle Fort. This hidden gem offers both style and substance in one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic locations.

An excellent location in Galle Fort. Most of the main shops, restaurants, and cafes - albeit geared for tourists - as opposed to being Sri Lankan, are so close by to this hotel. And the rest of the areas of interest in the Fort are all a slightly longer walk away - which is still not far, anyway. |The layout of the hotel is well-designed. 18 rooms, all in 2 blocks. The rooms themselves are relatively spartan - with no carpets, and basic furnishings. The bed is comfortable. Essentially, the rooms are not really intended to stay-in for long periods except to sleep. My main frustration is the lack of space for storage of clothes - just a few hangars to hang clothes - so be prepared to live out of your suitcase. |The pool area - albeit small - is quiet and a good escape|I recommend the Spa for a really good massage. Seems that there is only one staff, but she is excellent|The bar is lovely with good colonial feel. |The restaurant has tables in and outside. The menu offers a range of international and a few Sri Lankan selections. This is the trend at Galle Fort. The patrons appear to be Western and market demand has resulted in relatively bland food to cater to tastes which are not accustomed to spicier Sri Lankan offerings. But Fort Bazaar’s Sri Lankan selection is probably better than the others, but still below the normal Sri Lankan flavours|The standout feature is that they have a few staff at Reception who play an excellent concierge role. One in particular is Lihini - she really makes that special effort to please|Ultimately, this is an average hotel which stands out due to their staff

This is a stunning hotel, in the centre of the old fort. It has recently been modernised to a very high standard, with large attractive reception area’s & beautiful rooms. The pool (which sadly we did not get use) is extremely well presented. The staff were great & the food delightful.

The staff should really get a 5 star rating as they were very friendly and helpful. The 3 star is for the hotel itself. Mostly the room. A no frills room. No painting , no rug , bathrobes hard as cement. Floor in two different cements with foot prints. The shower wall had a huge crack. One could hear the neighbors next door flushing the toilet and the neighbors upstairs coughing. |It was a sad room. |The good thing was the happy hour and the breakfast. The tip box by the concierge is good as it avoids handing money around.

Lovely small boutique hotel. The decor I. The hotel is lovely and the rooms are very stylish, fitting modern styling in a beautiful historic setting. Great service, seems like every member of staff goes out of their way to recognise you as a guest and to make sure you take full advantage of the complimentary happy hour and tea in the afternoon. Excellent location in the heart of Fort Galle.

Historic building, set in the heart of Galle Fort, restored to its former glory, giving you the sense of time-travel. Colour theme, selection of fittings, interior-deco are all in perfect harmony with bygone-era. Staff- highly skilled, calm and great temperament! Complementary-afternoon Tea, and free-unlimited-drinks in happy hour (5pm to 6pm)- Great value for money. Food- fabulous! great variety of options including local and international dishes. Highly recommend this place!

We had diner at Fort Bazaar restaurant last night and we were surprised even with the good reviews at how good it was! We ordered chicken and fish curry, the description on the menu doesn’t do it justice as it was so much more! Really delicious and completely different to anything I have ever had before. The staff were great as well.

This eclectic property is a treasure with Happy Hour, High Tea and a great bar right in the heart of the Dutch Fort. |Just walk out the front door to all the action|Wonderful staff will see to your every need.|Relax and lounge around at the pool area that is now open. You will love this property ❤️