Is boutique accommodation very expensive inside Galle Fort?

Yes, staying inside the historic walls of Galle Fort carries a pretty significant premium, and those boutique villas or restored colonial-era hotels often cost triple what you would pay for comparable rooms in the nearby coastal towns. In other words, you are paying for the exclusive heritage atmosphere, plus that prime walkable spot.

If you are budget-conscious, staying in Unawatuna or in the more modern part of Galle, then taking a short, cheap tuk-tuk ride into the fort for viewing points and sunset dinners is a much more economical strategy.