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Ceylon Olive

4.0 star property
Upscale boardwalk/promenade hotel near Galle Harbour

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Ceylon Olive

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Balcony view
Front of property
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds
Family dining
Interior

Overview of Ceylon Olive

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
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  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

Check out the area

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Udugama Road, Galle, Southern, 80000
  • Popular LocationGalle Fort6 min drive
  • Popular LocationGalle Lighthouse7 min drive
  • Popular LocationJungle Beach10 min drive
  • AirportColombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)112 min drive

Room options

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Family Quadruple Room

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
  • 107 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Honeymoon Double Room | Balcony

Honeymoon Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | Living area

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
  • 81 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
  • 107 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Romantic Room

Romantic Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
  • 81 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Galle

At Ceylon Olive you'll be within a 30-minute stroll of Galle Harbour and Sahana Beach. Highlights at this Colonial hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a library. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and free newspapers in the lobby. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Galle hotel, you'll be 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Galle Fort and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Japanese Peace Pagoda.

What's nearby

  • Galle Harbour - 17 min walk
  • Galle Fort - 6 min drive
  • Galle Lighthouse - 7 min drive
  • Jungle Beach - 10 min drive
  • Unawatuna Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 38 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sahana Snack Bar - 19 min walk
  • Thalal Catering - 2 min drive
  • KFC - 5 min drive
  • SAHANA - 4 min drive
  • The Shack Beach Cafe - 2 min drive

About this property

Ceylon Olive

Upscale boardwalk/promenade hotel near Galle Harbour
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a library, and tour or ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Ceylon Olive. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Galle hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2016
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Ceylon Olive offers 2 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate dining areas. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries.

This Galle hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • On the boardwalk
  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in stairways (97 centimetre high)
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2016
  • Colonial architecture
  • Floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Local meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio
  • Yard

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Ceylon Olive

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Ceylon Olive Villa Akmeemana
Ceylon Olive Akmeemana
Ceylon Olive Hotel
Ceylon Olive Galle
Ceylon Olive Hotel Galle

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ceylon Olive?

Ceylon Olive offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Ceylon Olive?

As of 23 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ceylon Olive on 25 Apr 2024 start from AU$237.85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Ceylon Olive?

Yep, Ceylon Olive has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Ceylon Olive?

The closest beach to Ceylon Olive is Hikkaduwa Beach (18.7 km).

Does Ceylon Olive have a pool?

Ceylon Olive has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Ceylon Olive a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and 24-hour room service, as well as rainfall showerheads and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Ceylon Olive.

Is Ceylon Olive family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities like a playground and an outdoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise Ceylon Olive is a hit with families.

Does Ceylon Olive serve breakfast?

Sure does, free full breakfast is served daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ceylon Olive?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Ceylon Olive?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Ceylon Olive's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ceylon Olive?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ceylon Olive?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Ceylon Olive Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 8 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and loved the room and staff. Would come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte, Bristol

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Ceylon Olive. Kumudu & Era could not have done more for us during our stay, even when I had made a mistake about booking the wrong room; they quickly helped us move to another. They helped us book excursions and recommendations on where to eat or visit. We would love to come back and visit in the future! Thank you for making our first trip to Sri Lanka so special!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An absolute Amazing place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ceylon Olive, Galle was a secluded place and the room spacious and the shower area was very creative with a different experience. The garden had a lovely green foliage surrounded by trees and local flowers.The owner was very helpful and we stayed in the premises to have dinner there. We enjoyed the delicious food prepared and the following morning we had to leave early and the owner prepared us a local bread with coconut and onion chutney to takeaway for our sperm and dolphin trip.It was amazing the food and we felt it had a personal touch that made our stay a memorable one. Thank you again. The only thing we were concern we had a couple of mosquitoes in the room. Otherwise, we highly recommend this place to stay..
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sundar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice tuck away villa in Galle
We had a fantastic stay at Ceylon Olive. Enjoyed the greenery, natural and relaxed setting with outdoor patio that is perfect place for breakfast and afternoon tea. What makes it special is the owner’s personal attention to make the stay comfortable for his guests. The guest room has all necessities and comes with delicious breakfast - we also liked authentic Sri Lankan dinner made to our dietary needs.

10/10 Excellent

Yingjiu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
excellent villa with great design and service!
excellent hotel villa, a surprise and highlight of our trip to sri lanka. it's located a distance from the city centre which but only gives a nice feeling rather than inconnvienence. only two villas in a lovely garden where you can find peace with trees, flowers, birds, monkeys and squirrels. the design of the house is one of its highlights, which mixes traditional factors and decors with simplicity and contemporary materials, such as cement. the bath room in the back of the room in half open air is a brilliant idea - imagine you bathe under the starry sky. it is run by the owner and his family, and service and breakfast are excellent, very friendly but also professional. it values more than its price!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017