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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: The Tide's Tale in Galle offers a guest house with a garden and terrace. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Modern Amenities: Each room includes air-conditioning, a private bathroom with a bidet, bathrobes, and free toiletries. Additional features include a work desk, dining area, and wardrobe. Delicious Breakfast: Guests can enjoy a variety of breakfast options, including continental, American, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and Asian. Prime Location: Located a few steps from Mahamodara Beach and 16 km from Koggala Airport. Nearby attractions include Galle Fort and Galle Light House, each 3 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Muhammad
Pakistan
“Ajith was a very kind and gracious host. He really looked after us and always gave ussome useful tips regarding transport. His breakfast was legendary with a wild array of choices. Overall highly recommend this place as it was cosy clean and close...” - Raphael
Germany
“Lovely host who helps with everything, makes great breakfast and gave us lots of good tips. The location is a bit outside the main area of Galle but by tuk tuk it’s a 5 minute drive and costs only around 300 rupees. The room was the most clean we...” - Emilia
Germany
“The host was extremely friendly, everything was very clean and the breakfast was delicious.” - Aadhil
Sri Lanka
“Stayed for 2 nights. Special thanks to Mr. Ajith who prepared a delicious omelette for breakfast and also took the time to recommend a few nearby places to visit. Good service overall. Keep up the good work👍👍” - Md
Bangladesh
“The overall experience was very good. The property was maintained by one single person and he was very active and hard working person. Moreover, his behavior and hospitality was amazing. Very close to a beach and city center.” - Sarah
United Kingdom
“The host was so friendly and kind and the breakfast they served was great including fruit from their garden!” - Yasmin
Netherlands
“The place was very clean and smelled good. The host was very friendly and the breakfast was delicious!!” - Rose
United Kingdom
“Very welcoming, was even given a gorgeous welcoming home made lemonade! Lots of tips for my Galle trip, and made sure my stay was comfortable. Newly refurbished bathroom - best one I have seen in Sri Lanka! Would definitely visit again” - Brigida
Italy
“We loved everything, it is very comfortable, clean, no mosquitoes and amazing value for money. The breakfast is absolutely amazing, the best ever after 3 weeks in Sri Lanka. Nonetheless this is the only place we have been where wifi worked...” - Katharina
Germany
“I hardly ever write reviews, but staying with this family has been so very lovely! If you want to experience the true kindness of the people in Sri Lanka, you should absolutely spend a night or two here, as it’s very conveniently located to...”
Quality rating
Hosted by Ajith Nihal
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.