Fort Bazaar

We moved to the Fort Bazaar after leaving a different hotel and wished we stayed here from the beginning! After having a fairly traumatic experience at a different hotel we arrived and were immediately put at ease by the staff. They were expecting us and even though we couldn't access our room right away we were given cold drinks and allowed to use the hotel amenities while we waited. Perfectly located inside Galle Fort the hotel is a welcome respite after a busy 3 week vacation. We stayed in one of the suites near the library upstairs and loved the "push for champagne" button. The room was light and spacious and the bathroom was gorgeous. The perfect luxury end to our honeymoon. We went on the walking tour offered by the hotel which was a fantastic way to start our morning. Our guide was knowledgeable and shared lots of their own personal history as well. We also took advantage of the social hour the hotel offers. The arrack attack was a particular fave of ours! Meeting other guests and making friends with other travellers. This is such a lovely touch and something we loved. The food at the hotel (both breakfast and suppers) was spectacular. A wide variety on offer and when I mentioned how much I loved the papaya, additional papaya was brought the next morning. Could not fault our experience - which I have to say was the same across other teardrop properties. We were sad to end the trip, but will most definitely be back. What a fantastic hotel!!