41 Lighthouse Street

Named as ‘Sri Lanka’s sexiest villa’ by Tatler and featured in a number of glossy magazines, 41 Lighthouse Street is an elegant townhouse set within the heart of historic Galle Fort. An interesting alternative to staying on the beach, this surprisingly affordable three-bedroom villa is offered to guests on an exclusive basis and dates back to the Dutch colonial period.

Lovingly converted into a boutique hotel, 41 Light House Street is full of atmosphere and has original architectural features, including exposed wooden beams, arches and antique black and white chequered tiles.

The two ensuite rooms and the Master Suite are tastefully furnished and individually decorated. The rooms on the upper floor open out onto a balcony, while the room on the ground floor opens to the swimming pool, and the spacious Master Suite features an intimate living area and parquet floors.

Within the villa is a library/study room, a dining room with a bar and a living area that is sumptuously furnished and tastefully decorated. The large courtyard, with its shady trees and the attractive outdoor pool, is ideal for relaxing as well as al-fresco dining. Food at 41 Lighthouse Street is a combination of Sri Lankan and Western cuisine.