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Description
Ambassador’s House Overview
Ambassador’s House is a grand colonial mansion set in the heart of UNESCO protected Galle Fort, offering lavish comfort and a private pool.
There are few villas as impressive and sizeable as Ambassador’s House, an eighteenth-century villa nestled within this UNESCO-Certified Galle Fort. Gloriously decadent and nostalgic, this five-bedroom mansion built in the Dutch colonial period exhibits soaring ceilings, thick coral walls, highly polished floors and a relaxing rooftop garden. With a staggering number of well-designed rooms and areas to relax during your stay, you almost feel as if you could get lost while exploring this old-style mansion touched up with fresh splashes of colour and modern luxe comforts. What’s more, there is even an exclusive private-pool-come-water-feature for you to splash about in should you need some refreshment.
Sleeps: 10 guests (8 max)
Size: 780m²
Features
- Air conditioned bedrooms
- Kitchen
- Private pool
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Free Wi-Fi access
- In-room safe
- iPod dock
- Baby cot
- High chair
- Car seat
- Stair gate
- Baby bath
Inclusions
- Breakfast daily
- Welcome drink on arrival
- Fruit basket on arrival
- Villa manager
- Chef
- Housekeepers
- Butlers
- Security guards
Extras
- Extra bed child: 2 beds available free of charge
- Groceries at cost
- Menu available
- Airport transfers
- Spa services
Book within 30 days before arrival and receive 15% off.
Book at least 120 days prior to arrival and receive 15% off.
Ambassador’s House Living
Ambassador’s House offers a wealth of living and dining space spread over two floors. From quiet tucked away reading corners to sumptuously furnished living and dining rooms designed for socialising in style, Ambassador’s House can be as intimate or convivial as you choose. The villa takes its name from previous inhabitants who include the Sri Lankan Ambassador to Pakistan, Iraq and Bangladesh.
Living Room
Ambassador’s House offers a sumptuous fan-cooled living space spilling onto the deep front veranda, furnished with inviting sofas. To the front is an airy TV room with a deep cushioned corner lounge and TV/DVD boasting splendid views over the pool. This leads you to tough decisions: shall you rest up and read a book in the open courtyard or curl up for a nap on the rooftop lounges? The choice is yours.
Dining Room
Ambassador’s Houses’ dining room has an opulent dining table for 10 with an adjoining kitchen. A smaller dining table is located out on the courtyard.
Garden & Pool
Ambassador’s House features one of the only swimming pools in Galle Fort. The 11-metre plunge pool is surrounded by lush gardens blooming with bougainvillea. The villa includes several outdoor lounging areas in the courtyard and a beautiful rooftop terrace for taking in the views.
Ambassador’s House Bedrooms
Ambassador’s House has five bedrooms. Four bedrooms have king-sized beds and one room has two single beds. There are three bedrooms on the ground floor and two rooms up on the first floor. Two extra beds are available for children aged 2-11 years old at no extra cost.
Bedroom 1
The master bedroom is located up on the first floor. This room has a king-sized bed, private lounge area and an ensuite bathroom with a bathtub and shower.
2 Guests
1 King Bed
Bathroom (Bath + Shower)
Bedroom 2
The second bedroom is also on the first floor. This room has two single beds and an ensuite bathroom with a shower.
2 Guests
2 Single Beds
Bathroom (Shower)
Bedroom 3
The third bedroom is located on the ground floor. This room has a king-sized bed and an ensuite bathroom with a shower.
2 Guests
1 King Bed
Bathroom (Shower)
Bedroom 4
The fourth bedroom has a king-sized bed and an ensuite bathroom with a shower.
2 Guests
1 King Bed
Bathroom (Shower)
Bedroom 5
The fifth bedroom has a king-sized bed and an ensuite bathroom with a shower.
2 Guests
1 King Bed
Bathroom (Shower)
Ambassador’s House Layout
Ambassador’s House Staff
Your stay in Ambassador’s House is made enjoyable by the professional staff. Ambassador’s House’s staff have been professionally trained and will do their utmost to please with their warm and friendly hospitality.
Villa Manager
Ambassador’s House’s experienced and knowledgeable manager is responsible for the overall operation of the villa. The villa manager will oversee and coordinate the staff and property and assist you during your stay.
Housekeeping
You didn’t think you would be expected to clean while enjoying time off did you? All of our villas include housekeeping to tidy up the villa, arrange the laundry services, wash up and simply make sure you don’t lift a finger whilst on holiday with the family.
Butlers
Butlers are on hand everyday to assist with serving during meal times and attend to other guest requirements throughout your stay.
Chef
The villa’s skilled private chef will happily prepare anything from the Western, Asian, vegetarian and children’s suggestion menus, as well as discuss special requests and dietary requirements.
Security
Ambassador’s House includes 24-hour security.
Location
Ambassador’s House is located in Galle Fort in Sri Lanka. Located in the heart of the UNESCO protected fort, the villa offers great sightseeing and dining within a short walking distance down the cobblestoned lanes. Galle Fort s one of the best-preserved colonial structures in Asia and exploring the villa’s surroundings feels like taking a step back in time. If you want to enjoy Sri Lanka’s famous beaches, the beautiful Unawatuna Beach is just a 15-minute drive from the villa. Ambassador’s House is located about two hours from the airport in Colombo.
Bookings
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Need to Know
- Minimum stay: Low Season: 2 nights, High Season: 5 nights, Peak Season: 7 nights
- Our rates include Government tax and services. Other websites add this on at the end of the booking!
- We offer the best rates online and offer a price guarantee to prove it!
- A deposit of 50% of the total amount must be paid at the time of booking
- Final payment is required 60 days prior to arrival
- Check-in time: 2pm – check-out time: 12pm
- Late check out until 6pm can be arranged at half the rental rate (subject to availability)
- Payment can be settled by credit card or PayPal (3% payment processing fee)
- Payment can be settled by bank transfer in your preferred currency (AUD / EUR / GBP / JPY / NZD / SGD / USD)
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Andrew Dillon –
Absolutely 5 star in every way. Perfect accomodation for 4-5 couples or large family, spotless and quiet but oh so close to all that Galle Fort offers.
Wonderful meals prepared by Chef Jaya – lobsters, prawns and fish, all fresh from the market each day. Great curries.
Fresh pots of tea or coffee, home made cakes (cardamon and lime syrup – Yum), G&T’s by the pool, clothes washed, dried and folded daily. Totally safe and secure.
Cant wait to return!
Andrew Dillon –
Beautiful relaxing villa in the heart of Galle Fort. So peaceful and quiet at night but only a minute walk to restaurants and activities.
However Chef Jaya produced such beautiful food we rarely ventured out. Lal was always on hand for pot of fresh tea and pre dinner G and T. For my birthday we had grilled lobsters and cardamon cake with lime syrup – Yum.
The place is spotless and the staff do everthing to make your stay a pleasure. Will be coming back – but don’t book my week!!!
Dont overpack – washing done everyday and folded as part of service.
Bfollett –
Amazing Experience
My wife and I, along with two other couples had the pleasure of staying at the Ambassador’s House. My only regret is that we wished we had stayed longer. It is absolutely exquisite….beautifully decorated with many unique and picturesque areas. Great for going with a group as there is a great room and dinning room, a pool and plenty of out door space all perfect for hanging out together. The guest rooms are all different – each with its own unique feel. Perfect to retreat to after a fun evening out.
The staff were extremely friendly and went out of their way to make sure everyone was happy and comfortable. Perhaps best of all is the food. The house has its own chef who will prepare whatever your heart desires.
This was a very special experience which I will always treasure. Highly recommended.
TripAdvisor Reviewed December 2018
Stayed in December 2018
Redotrip –
“Absolute Luxury and Privacy in Sri Lanka”
What an Experience,,,After a Fantastic Safari and Coastal Tour for 6 Days we arrived at Galle Fort to The Ambassadors House. From the time we arrived and were welcomed by Loku and her Staff we were in Heaven. After a detailed tour of this Beautiful 5 Bedroom Residence by Loku were left to relax and enjoy a Swim and explore the House before Lal delivered a tray of Gin and Tonics to us at the Pool.
We were summoned to Dinner around 8pm which was magnificent and after that retired for the Evening.Morning arrived to the Aroma of a Tray of Coffee by the Pool.
Breakfast was server at 8am and again delicious. Jaya our Chef spoke to us after Breakfast to discuss the Dinner Menu for that evening, After the previous nights Feast we decided to leave the arrangements to him for the next 6 days. We chose to stay with Sri Lankan Food throughout and he didn’t dissapoint. Every Evening we savoured wonderful 2 and 3 Course Meals. No need for a Menu here, leave it to Chef Jaya. Breakfast choices excellent also.
We explored around the Fort daily so usually returned mid afternoon to enjoy the Pool. Lal was on hand for our Afternoon Coffee and Pre Dinner Gin and Tonic Tray’s , always so prompt.
The House was always spotlessly clean and Beds very Comfortable.
We didnt want to Leave !!
A Very Big Thank You to Loku, Lal, Jaya, Yasitha and Kavindu, Superb Service. We Will Return.
TripAdvisor Reviewed February 2018
Stayed in February 2018
Chad D –
“Outstanding luxury for a group stay”
Four nights at Ambassador’s house after a week of chaos and traffic traveling around southern Sri Lanka was the perfect end to the trip. The villa has lots of space for everyone to hang out, or get some peace and quiet. The staff were amazingly helpful and friendly. All of the meals prepared by the chefs were exceptional and there was enough space to eat in a different spot each night! The location is ideal, in a quiet street in the middle of Galle Fort with everything you need within walking distance. Really cannot recommend Ambassador’s House enough. We have even tried to book another say, but the dates weren’t available!
TripAdvisor Reviewed July 2017
Stayed in May 2017
Timothy Weller –
Exceptional.
You wouldn’t believe you can stay in a villa like this within the Galle Fort!
My work colleagues and I should have realised from the name Ambassador’s House (historically once the residence of the Sri Lankan Ambassador to Pakistan, Iraq and Bangladesh we understand!) that we were in for something special, but this villa took our breath away upon entering the gates. The sheer size and majestic nature of the property right in the Galle Fort is one that needs to be seen to be believed!
From the impressive entrance, to the expansive living, dining, and courtyard areas, the property seems to just keep opening up as you continue to walk through and explore. The designer was truly a master of his craft, as every foot of space has been cleverly (and stylishly) utilised to maximise the sense of space for guests to enjoy.
With each room obviously painstakingly cared for with attention to detail in keeping the authenticity of the colonial style of the villa throughout, there were exquisite modern luxury touches added such as a brightly coloured plush lounge with flatscreen TV, and sunbed rooftop lounges overlooking the private pool. The pool! Such an impressive and inviting pool situated in the courtyard, you almost feel as if you are swimming in the glorious water feature of an old romance novel.
We unfortunately only had a short stay, but had a lovely chat with the manager and definitely see ourselves coming back again – and this time bringing with us our family and friends to truly relish in the old style charm of the place! Ambassador’s House is such an impressive property that channels traditional Sri Lanka essence for all its guests.
Sara –
Stunning Villa!
Seriously one of the coolest 5 bedroom villas in Galle fort in Sri Lanka! Each of the bedrooms is almost equal in size, they all have ensuite bathrooms and air-conditioning. The swimming pool is a pleasant surprise as many of the villas in town don’t have pools in town. The villa is fully staffed with a chef so you don’t have to lift a finger! Walking distance to Galle Fort’s best restaurants, shops and bars. Stay a couple nights or do a week – but just make sure you visit Galle as you will not regret staying in the fort. It’s just awesome!
FiP123 –
“Beautiful villa with excellent staff”
We stayed in the villa with 2 families for 5 nights. We choose the villa as it was better value than a hotel and offered more flexibility especially for the young children. This was our favourite place that we stayed for our whole Sri Lanka trip. The villa is beautiful very spacious with a lovely pool. It is in a great location in the heart of Galle Fort. The staff are all very attentive and we had some of the best food especially the Sri Lankan breakfast. The villa manager went out of her way to make sure we had everything we needed and provided lots of useful local knowledge.
TripAdvisor Reviewed April 19, 2015
Stayed April 2015