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64A peddlers street Galle fort Galle 64A peddlers Street, Galle Fort, Galle, Galle, 80000 (show map)
Hotel Overview
Formerly THE MER.CHANT
Before November 2023 The Merchant was known as THE MER.CHANT

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Facilities of The Merchant
General
WiFi everywhere
Activities
Canoeing, Cycling, Diving, Fishing, Snorkelling, Tennis court, Windsurfing
Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi
Food & Drink
Bar, Breakfast in the room, Grocery deliveries, Packed lunches, Restaurant, Room service, Snack bar
Pools and wellness
Massage
Transportation
Airport shuttle, Airport shuttle (surcharge), Car hire
Front-desk/reception area services
24-hour front desk, Concierge service, Currency exchange, Express check-in/check-out, Lockers, Luggage storage, Private check-in/check-out, Safety deposit box
Common areas
Chapel/shrine, Garden, Terrace
Cleaning services
Daily maid service, Dry cleaning, Ironing service, Laundry, Trouser press
Business facilities
Fax/photocopying, Meeting/banquet facilities
Miscellaneous
Air conditioning, Allergy-free room, Designated smoking area, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Soundproof rooms
Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Air Conditioning, Balcony, Bath or Shower, Bathroom, Bidet, Cable Channels, Desk, Dining area, Dressing Room, Electric kettle, Fan, Flat-screen TV, Free toiletries, Garden view, Hairdryer, Ironing Facilities, Linen, Minibar, Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Private entrance, Safety Deposit Box, Seating Area, Shower, Slippers, Soundproofing, Tea/Coffee Maker, Telephone, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), TV, View, Wake-up service, Wardrobe/Closet
Hotel Policies
Check-In
From 14:00:00 hours
Check-Out
Untill 11:30:00 hours
Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.
Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Traveller reviews

“Good”
14 Jan 2025
Hotel is well situated within Galle Fort. The breakfast was delicious and the staff were exceptionally friendly.

“Beautiful hotel in the centre of Galle Fort”
04 Jan 2025
Close and centre to everything in the fort. Staff were lovely. Breakfast was delicious.

“Superb”
26 Dec 2024
Perfect gem in busy pedler street. Food also great. Staff is super cool and always with smile.

“Superb”
25 Dec 2024
Fantastic location! Loved the setting and food was outstanding. Staff were so welcoming and service was wonderful 😊

“Superb”
19 Dec 2024
Loved the restaurant hotel breakfast. Amazing location right inside the Main Street of Galle Fort where the main shops were

“Quiet comfort in a central location”
16 Dec 2024
Spacious room, clean, quiet and comfortable. Central location and great food. Attentive and helpful staff.

“Highly recommend this beautiful hotel.”
16 Dec 2024
Absolutely beautiful hotel in the gorgeous Galle Fort. We loved our time at the Merchant - special thanks to Ameen and Samir for making us feel so welcome and looked after.

“Great location, fantastic food, attentive service, spotless room. Highly recommend”
16 Dec 2024
Perfect location, really comfortable room, fantastic food and great service. Really good value for money, exceeded our expectations - we highly recommend.

“Superb”
13 Dec 2024
Beautiful room with excellent facilities. We got lucky as we had to change hotel in Galle - cockroaches in our first booking. We were able to relax in the more than comfortable room here and were grateful to the staff who dealt with our every need. Super breakfast. I would stay here again.

“Superb”
12 Dec 2024
We had a great stay at the merchant, the staff were very friendly and it’s located in the centre of Galle. The rooms were clean. Air con worked great and the shower was lovely.