The Tide's Tale

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Scored 9.8
Rated exceptional

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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 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Asian, American

  • Free private parking available on-site

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1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Franziska
Germany Germany
“The place is marvelous. The owner is very nice, I had the best breakfast in Sri Lanka here. He is very attentative. There is only one room and it was absolutely clean and comfortable. Bonus is the nice bathroom. It is very well maintained, the bed...”
Muhammad
Pakistan 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 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 Germany
“The host was extremely friendly, everything was very clean and the breakfast was delicious.”
Aadhil
Sri Lanka 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 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 United Kingdom
“The host was so friendly and kind and the breakfast they served was great including fruit from their garden!”
Yasmin
Netherlands Netherlands
“The place was very clean and smelled good. The host was very friendly and the breakfast was delicious!!”
Rose
United Kingdom 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 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...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Ajith Nihal

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Ajith Nihal
Welcome to the Tide's Tale, nestled in a truly enchanting location along the picturesque coastal town of Galle, Sri Lanka, our charming guesthouse beckons you to experience the best of beachside living. With its prime proximity to the beach, Colombo Road, and notable landmarks like the Light House Hotel, Galle City, and the historic Galle Fort, your Sri Lankan adventure begins right at our doorstep. Property Highlights: 🌊 Beachfront Bliss: Dive into the bliss of coastal living with our guesthouse's prime location, just a mere 50 meters from the sandy shores. 🏝️ Idyllic Location: Located adjacent to A2 Colombo Road just 3 kilometres from the bustling heart of Galle city, our guesthouse offers effortless connectivity, ensuring that your journey to and from our property is seamless. Our guest house offers easy access to Galle's historic attractions, vibrant markets, and the iconic Galle Fort, all just a short drive away. 🛎️ Exceptional Service: Our friendly and attentive staff is dedicated to making your stay memorable. We're here to assist you with any inquiries or special requests.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 01:00 to 11:00
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Children and beds

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.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.