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Leijay Garden Retreat

3.0 star property
Galle Colonial hotel with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Interior entrance
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception hall
Property grounds

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Outdoor pool
  • 24-hour room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
The price is $37
includes taxes & fees
$31 per night
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2025

Room options

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Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Local meal delivery service
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room with Pool View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room with Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Triple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Local meal delivery service
Located on the ground floor
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Local meal delivery service
Wardrobe or closet
  • 180 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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The price is $38
includes taxes & fees
$32 per night
Dec 29 - Dec 30
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About the neighborhood

Map
43 A-B, New Lane, Galle, Southern, 80000

What's nearby

  • Galle International Cricket Stadium - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Galle Fort - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • St. Aloysius College - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Galle Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Mahamodara Beach - 13 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 125 min drive
  • Midigama Railway Station - 26 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Indian Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪SAHANA - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sea Line - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Leijay Garden Retreat

Located near a train station, Leijay Garden Retreat is a great choice for a stay in Galle. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and local cuisine breakfast daily between 7 AM and 10 AM. Other highlights at this Colonial hotel include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 1 PM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding, but may not be eligible for free breakfast
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free secured onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 4 buildings/towers
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Colonial architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service
  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 80 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property only accepts cash.

Also known as

Leijay Resort Galle
Leijay Galle
Leijay
Leijay Resort
Leijay Garden Retreat Hotel
Leijay Garden Retreat Galle
Leijay Garden Retreat Hotel Galle

Frequently asked questions

Does Leijay Garden Retreat offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Leijay Garden Retreat does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Leijay Garden Retreat?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Leijay Garden Retreat?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Leijay Garden Retreat?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Leijay Garden Retreat?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 80 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Leijay Garden Retreat?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Check-out time is 1 PM.
What is there to do at Leijay Garden Retreat and nearby?
Leijay Garden Retreat has an outdoor pool and a garden.

Reviews

7.6

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Leijay resort exceeded my expectations in many ways. The management and staff were very helpful and kind, the breakfasts were great and the environment was fantastic: a lovely pool, nice rooms and lots of birds and other wildlife all around. It is not next to Galle Fort, but it is easy to get to and from this quiet location to downtown. I will come back here!!
Indra, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Sadly not as the photos suggest
Sadly the photos for this hotel are very misleading. What I'm sure was once a wonderful hotel has been left by its new owner to turn into a dirty and unloved state. The rooms are full of ants, mouldy shower curtains hang at a window instead of blinds, lights only omit a dim light or flicker uncontrollably, toilets leak through walls into bedrooms when flushed, aircons are stuck on one setting, the grass around the pool has disappeared to leave concrete... Our room had a frog on top of the shower and when we complained they offered to move us but the alternative was a room with a birds nest in the light fitting! The workers have been left to pick up the complaints whilst the owner is out of the country. It's such a shame as it could be a lovely hotel as it has a great size swimming pool (rare to find in Galle) and some lovely seated areas around the garden. It just needs some money put in and the staff to care for it. Avoid until it is renovated or sold on to someone who actually cares.
Melanie, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

ROBERT, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Give it a miss
First room had a broken lock which meant the door didn’t shut, so I asked to be moved to another room. Hotel is run down and old. Only two tables for breakfast so had to wait ages for someone to finish. Possible 2* hotel. Nothing like the photos at all. Really bad WiFi and felt pressured into giving the receptionist money for her daughter.
Nadine, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

The staff were really nice, helpful and friendly. The property is a little bit out of town so they arranged a tuk tuk driver to take us to and from Galle fort area. That was helpful as we used the same guy over and again as he knew how to get to the property (its a bit off the beaten track). My room had ants in the bathroom but other than that we were very happy staying there and would stay there again. The pool looked delightful and was well utilised by other guests. We were just a bit too busy to use it.
3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Highly recommend for independent travellers
It's a lovely haven of peace and quiet, some way from local amenities. Tuk tuk to Galle is 300 rupees, which is pretty OK. The rooms are comfortable, air conditioning, WiFi, and a kitchenette / living room and balcony on the bigger room. The pool is great, and breakfast is nice and simple. Galle and area is the best place on Sri Lanka, so much to do. Finally, lots of wildlife at the hotel - Monitor lizards, chit-chats, monkeys, beautiful birds, frogs etc.
Mark, 5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very relaxing, good ambience. Friendly staff. But need more sign boards to locate the place
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Don't do it
Absolutely awful, too many problems to mention. My video of the room made my wife say that she wouldn't even have unpacked her bag.
Antony, 10-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Lovely garden amd helpful and friendly staff
Its located a couple of miles away from the city. You will need private transport unless the hotel or you can call a taxi. The property has a few new rooms but the majority are old and needs improving or upgrading. Its more like a large house that has seen better days. Lovely manicured garden. Staff is helpful and friendly. I dont think they have had formal training in the leisure sector.
Iranga, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Remote and quiet, condition is fair
I agreed with all other travellers' comment. Good of this hotel: The hotel is in a remote area. You feel like living in the nature with facilities. This hotel has a nice swimming pool, a lot of greens and nice people. Good for those planning to stay most of the time in the hotel for relax and quiet time. They can provide shuttle to take you to city centre. Breakfast is made to order with eggs, sausage, toast and fruit. Wifi is fair because of location. Even phone connection goes on and off occasionally. This hotel is managed by a small team. If you judge them by resort/luxury hotel standard, they are not that level. If you judge them by local standard, they are doing their best. Bad of this hotel: this hotel is up in the mountain. Even tuk tuk driver doesn't know where it is until calling the hotel. It is completely dark after sunset. The fatalities and condition of the room is poor. Spacious without many furniture. There are both bathtub and shower. But bathtub and closet are quite rusty. Water pressure is bad. Only cold water. If you turn it to hot water, it comes out drop by drop. Conclusion: if you plan to be more local in a nature and stay in hotel for most of the time, it is the place for you. One thing should be highlighted is their staff. Super friendly to talk with anytime you see them. And they would make sure that you are able to do whatever tourist thing you like.
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

High quality service
The service at Leijay was exceptional. We enjoyed the large garden which had a wide variety of plants to look at, it was well maintained. The staff were very helpful and assisted in arranging tours and transport. Breakfast was good and filling. The pool was welcome after a day in Galle.
Emily, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Séjour rendu parfait grâce a la gentillesse extrême du personnel
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Séjour rendu parfait grâce a la gentillesse extrême du personnel
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Fint ställe mkt lungt passar för retreat. Långt till stranden och centrum.
Lena, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

냉장고에 비닐봉지와 냉장실컨디션 전체적 청소한테 불결했음. 에어컨 상태 안좋았음 청소상태만 좋으면 가성대비 좋을듯
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Magique
Un lieu magnifique reposant avec un personnel admirable et d’une gentillesse absolue après des visites et escapades cela est l’endroit idéal pour ce reposer
pascal, 9-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Underbar personal
Väldigt trevlig och hjälpsam personal, de var underbara! Bra hotell i övrigt och även poolen var jag riktigt nöjd med. Läget är inte det bästa, väldigt enkelt & billigt att ta sig fram med tuk-tuk. Personalen var dock den stora behållningen!
Kent, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

stein, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Fin service men snuskede værelser.
RIgtig fin service, men stedet ligger langt unden for byens centrum. Værelserne var i ret dårlig stand, lever ikke op til beskrivelsen på nettet. Der lugtede fugtigt og der var ikke særligt rent.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Un havre de paix
Calme et reposant Service de l'hôtel très bien Tout est parfait
Verified Expedia guest review