Closenberg is a Colonial Hotel situated in Galle, with large spacious halls and long Verandahs adorned with antique furniture. High ceilings resting on tall round columns and large louvered Teak doors set in arched doorways permits the flow of cool air. Terraced gardens at different levels surround the hotel which is situated in the Galle harbour, one of the best locations in Sri Lanka. The architecture is in keeping with the Dutch heritage of Sri Lanka and the hotel is one of the select few hotels to successfully preserve the rich colonial past of Galle.


The Legend

The Portuguese captured Galle from the Sinhala Kings in 1587 and built a Fort named ‘Santa Crusz”
In 1640, the Dutch, with twelve ships under the command of Whilhelm Jacobz Coster laid siege and after four days of severe fighting captured the Fort. The Fort expanded and flourished till 1790 when the British took over Galle. The Galle Fort stands today as a "World Heritage Site’

Klossenburg (Citadel on which the sea roars) was an island in the Galle harbour on which the Dutch in 1719 built a Fortalice with a battery of two guns, (the Sinhalese called it ‘Aluth Kotuwa' or New Fort)and after the British arrived in 1790 the Fortalice lay abandoned.

In 1842 the P&O ship ‘Hindostan’ called at Galle initiating a regular service with Europe.

Captain Francis Bayley was the P&O agent and he acquired Closenberg island and built a magnificent mansion in 1860 and named it ‘Villa Marina’ after his wife. The P&O used as its device the ‘Rising Sun ‘ which is used as a feature in the building.

Colombo took over as the principal port in Ceylon and in 1882, P&O moved its headquarters from Galle to Colombo. Closenberg was sold in 1889 to Simon Perera Abeyewadene who was a close friend of Captain Bayley.

Closenberg has remained in the Perera Abeyewardene family and is today preserved as a Colonial Hotel for the enjoyment of its many visitors.


The Location

Closenberg is a Heritage Hotel which is located in the city of Galle and is situated on a promontory in the Galle Harbour. Its location is unique, tranquil and beautiful.
Closenberg is 3 km from the Galle Fort, a World Heritage site and 4 km from Unawatuna, acclaimed to be one of the 10 best beaches in the World. To arrive at the hotel use the Galle - Matara Road and turn into Closenberg Road leading into the Galle Harbour.

Accommadation

Closenberg hotel has twenty rooms, sixteen of which have been refurbished in 2003 with air conditioning, mini bar, attached baths with hot & cold water and private balconies facing the sea where you can watch the surf breaking in the bay below.
The four large colonial rooms are situated in the old mansion and transports one to an era of days gone by- an era during which Galle was the focal point of Dutch influence in Sri Lanka.
16 fully Refurbished / Air Conditioned Rooms with H/C Water - Mini Bar - Private Balcony - 4 Colonial Suites - Fax - IDD - Conf. - Bar - Dr. on Call - Laundry - Left Luggage - Safty Box - Sea Food - Restaurant - Boating - Sea Bathing - Surfing - F / C Encashment.




All rates are quoted in US $ and Nett

Period: 1 Nov 2008 - 31 Oct 2009
Single Double Triple
Room Only 60.00 80.00 95.00
Bed & Breakfast 65.00 90.00 110.00
Half Board 75.00 110.00 140.00
Full Board 82.00 125.00 162.00



B'Fast : US$ 5.00 Lunch : US$ 7.50 Dinner : US$ 10.00



25% discount on room rates applicable for May, June, September and October.
During spcial events rates are subject to supplements



The Restaurent

The ‘Fernery’ restaurant has “gracious ambience” and is a favourite stop for travelers to the south of Sri Lanka and boasts of a good selection of wines and an excellent kitchen.
We have an international menu with Bouillabaisse our speciality in Sea Food, Italian Dishes and our own southern style country Rice and Curry.
Our motto” Service to others comes first” is the code by which our staff work and you will experience it when we welcome you at Closenberg
Secret Garden

Secret Garden Villa can accommodate up to 7-9 guests in the main house, plus 5-7 in the punchy bungalow (4 units). It is possible to rent the whole villa or tao-suite only or a punchy bungalow. The villa is furnished with colonial antiques and has two patio bathrooms, two open living rooms, large veranda, tea pavilion, individual sitting places, kitchen (including 1 cook), waiter, room girl, gardener and security guard.
An oasis, ideal for individuals, families, honeymooners, or groups of 14-21 persons for yoga meditation or seminars inside the octangular dome bungalow spanning 49sqm situated in the tropical garden. For ayurveda and alternative healing treatments (synchron massages etc.), there is a separate two room bungalow with an Ayurveda doctor and assistant.)

Reservation
No: 11,
Closenburg Road,
Magalle, Galle,
Sri Lanka.

Telephone
+94 91 2224313
+94 91 2232241
Fax
+94 91 2232241

E-Mail
Closenberghtl@sltnet.lk