Charleston Galle Fort, a charming 9-bedroom boutique hotel, is nestled at the southern edge of Galle Dutch Fort. The hotel offers splendid views of both the historic Rampart and the Indian Ocean.
The Charleston prides itself on crafting unique experiences for all its guests. During our stay, we discovered Galle Fort from a refreshing new perspective, unlike any other experiences we’ve had within the fort.
Charlie’s Bar, located inside the beautiful Charleston Galle Fort, stands out as the best cocktail bar in Galle Fort for sunset viewing! It was named one of the best 20 bars in Sri Lanka by Condé Nast Traveller, and they got it right. Charlie’s serves some killer cocktails using homegrown ingredients!
Our recommendations include
- Pomegranate Sour: homemade grenadine, gin, basil, lime, passionfruit, pomegranate.
- Wadamala Collins: hibiscus and karapincha syrup, lime leaf vodka, lime juice, soda.
- Rampe Dust: One of their secret cocktails, not yet on the menu, but a must-try because I absolutely loved it.
If you’re in the area, make sure to visit Charlie’s Bar for sunset cocktails – you won’t be disappointed!
Must-do activities at Charleston
- Concoct unique cocktails using locally sourced ingredients with the hotel’s expert mixologist.
- Rejuvenating sunrise yoga.
- Sunset cocktails at Charlie’s Bar.
- Guided Galle Fort walk with a Local.
- Five-course romantic gourmet dinner in the courtyard.
- Delightful evening aromatic bath experiences.
Room Recommendation: Courtyard Room with Balcony (Room 1).
