Amangalla Hotel, Galle

Amangalla Hotel Galle Info

Aman Resorts bought and renovated this 400 year old property in 2005 and since then it has been one of the top rated resorts in Sri Lanka. Located within Galle Fort this hotel is a collection of buildings. Amangalla comes from Sanskrit for peace “Aman” and galla which is the Sinhalese name for the town. Originally the buildings were used as headquarters for the Dutch Commander and his officers, and years later it was used by British soldiers but in 1865 it became a hotel. Impressively large four-poster beds and planter's chairs are dwarfed by the towering ceilings. The bedrooms, salons, and bathrooms are all large and immaculate. The spa has been recognized internationally with several awards.