Sun House
7 Hotel Rooms
Rooms & Suites
1 Locations
No of Restaurants
Outdoor Pool
Swimming Pool
Galle
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Set atop a hill overlooking the charming seaside town of Galle, this renowned property seamlessly blends tranquility with convenience, offering guests a serene retreat just a five-minute stroll from the town center. Celebrated for its expansive gardens and an eclectic array of artwork, books, and furniture, this historic house has been a cherished haven since its inception in 1860.
Throughout its storied history, the house has played host to an illustrious cast of characters, each leaving an indelible imprint on its style and ambiance. From the visionary Scottish Merchant & Explorer to the vibrant American Designer ‘Dick Dumas’ and the pioneering hospitality specialist Geoffrey Dobbs, the house bears the legacy of these notable individuals, each contributing to its unique charm and personality.
Most popular features
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Garden
- Free parking
- 24-hour front desk
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Sun loungers
- Bar
Room Types
Dalloway Room
All of the great writers who have called Sri Lanka and The Sun House home over the years have served as inspiration for The Dalloway Room. It has a king-size four-poster bed, double sinks, and a view of Galle from its entrance onto the Mango Garden.
- 23 m²
- Garden view
- Terrace
- Bath
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Bidet
- Free WiFi
- Safety deposit box
Eden Room
The lush gardens of Sri Lanka, particularly those that have come to be associated with The Sun House, served as the inspiration for the Eden Room. It offers breathtaking views over Galle, an open-air bathroom, and a king-size bed.
- 27 m²
- Garden view
- Terrace
- Bath
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Bidet
- Free WiFi
- Safety deposit box
Tapestry Room
The Tapestry Room honours the seamstress who sewed the property’s elaborate decorations and was the spouse of the merchant. This room’s decor is influenced by her love of materials and sewing. The accommodation has a king-size bed, double sinks, with views across Galle towards the mango garden.
- 26 m²
- Garden view
- Terrace
- Bath
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Bidet
- Free WiFi
- Safety deposit box
Merchant Room
The Merchant Room is housed in the renowned previous owner’s original private office, and its design draws inspiration from his global travels. The room has double height ceilings, double sinks, and a king-size four poster bed.
- 25 m²
- Garden view
- Terrace
- Bath
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Bidet
- Free WiFi
- Safety deposit box
Taprobane Suite
The most recent addition to the home is the Taprobane Suite. Built in 2023 as a tribute to the home’s previous owner, Geoffrey Dobbs, it is perched above the lower grounds of the estate and offers stunning views from the bay window of the suite.
- 42 m²
- Garden view
- Balcony
- Bath
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Bidet
- Flatscreen TV
- Free WiFi
- Safety deposit box
Dumas Suite
The Dumas Suite has a sitting area, a huge bathroom with a bathtub and double basins, and a king-size bed. It features breathtaking views of the property’s lower gardens and was inspired by “Dick Dumas,” a renowned designer and the former caretaker of the property.
- 44 m²
- Garden view
- Balcony
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Bidet
- Flatscreen TV
- Free WiFi
- Safety deposit box
Gallean Suite
The largest suite in the house, the Gallean Suite, has two basins, a super king bed, roomy sitting rooms, and an outside bathtub. Its design honours the unique personality and sense of style of the previous owner, who used it as the property’s master suite.
- 60 m²
- Garden view
- Balcony
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Bidet
- Flatscreen TV
- Free WiFi
- Safety deposit box
Distance
From Airport
Distance: 156 km, Travel Time: 2 hrs 20 min
From Galle
Distance: 800 km, Travel Time: 15 min
From Kandy
Distance: 221 km, Travel Time: 4 hrs 50 min
What’s near by
- National Maritime Museum – 1.1 km
- Galle Fort Beach – 1.3 km
- Galle Light house – 1.5 km