After reading the hotel website and the reviews on this site we were really looking forward to staying here, however we were very disappointed at the standard of accommodation at the hotel.
Our room was situated between the kitchen and sitting area, with the bedroom door leading straight onto the dining terrace, this location meant that there was constant noise, from all sides. There was open lattice work above the doors and we could lie in bed and hear conversations between the diners and the clinking of their cutlery; the banging and clanking in the kitchen and the guests in the sitting areas. It was impossible to go to asleep until the noise stopped. Although the furniture was lovely there was too much which made the room feel cramped. The bathroom had a cracked shower screen and a disgusting wooden toilet seat!! Not quite the luxurious accommodation we were expecting. The pool was tiny, and only suitable for children to play in. The overall appearance of our bedroom, the sitting areas and garden was scruffy and in need of some TLC. We had dinner one evening and again, given the reputation of the hotel, were looking forward to our meal, and again were disappointed.
Although the staff were friendly, I would not return or recommend the hotel as I am sure there are other places that still retain the character of the building but offer a higher standard of accommodation.

It would not be possible for Henri and her team to do anything more for us. The Sun House has all the charm and grandeur of a fine colonial home. The food and the service were also outstanding.

Honestly the Sun House is a haven in the midst of the madness that is Sri Lanka.

This beautifully restored Dutch house has so much character and is close to perfection. The living room area and the library really took us back in time. The cinnamon suite we stayed in is worth every penny. It has been voted by Conde Nast as the most beautiful room in the world. We understand why. Miss Henri, the manager, was very attentive throughout our stay. Although the management staff under seemed a bit odd. After Rick Stein's review on the food, our expectations were very high but unfortunately we were slightly disappointed. Shame, as everything else was absolutely perfect.

We stayed here (for our second time) in July 2011 ; the weather was surprisingly mild . Although unfortunately we missed Henri who was on leave , we were made very welcome by Arabella and Geoffrey , who kindly introduced us to the friendly residents of Galle & who made reliable recommendations for agreeable restaurants and beach clubs for lunch.We ate our dinners at the Sun House and they were excellent and affordable.We stayed in the upstairs suite , which has probably the best views in Asia & a well sited additional outside bathroom ; our two kids enjoyed the "Parrotfish" suite for the second time . We intend to return for the annual January literary festival . We would not consider staying anywhere else in Galle.