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Gal Oya Lodge

Property class: 3
Family-friendly 3-star hotel with outdoor pool

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A spacious outdoor seating area with a stone wall backdrop, wooden furniture, and a thatched roof structure.
A thatched-roof hut surrounded by dense forest, with a swimming pool in the foreground.
A wooden cabin interior with a stone counter holding a brass bowl, glasses, and towels.
A wooden interior with a bed, a mosquito net, and a potted plant.
A room with a bamboo wall, a round wooden coffee table, and a sofa with cushions.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Rathugala, bibile ampara road, Galgamuwa, Madulla, Uva
  • Place, Gal Oya National Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Public Library
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View

A thatched-roof house with a swimming pool and a small garden area.

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1238 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Bungalow, 1 Bedroom

A wooden cabin bedroom with a four-poster bed, two elephant-themed pillows, and a mosquito net.

Bungalow, 1 Bedroom

  • Mountain view
  • 818 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Signature Bungalow

A wooden cabin with a bed under a mosquito net, a wooden bench, and a view of greenery outside.

Signature Bungalow

  • 807 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Galgamuwa

In Galgamuwa .You'll be within 20 miles (32 km) of Public Library and 32 miles (52 km) of Peace Pagoda. Mahaavaapi Maha Viharaya Temple and Gonagolla Rock Inscriptions are also within 32 miles (52 km).

What's nearby

  • Gal Oya National Park - 12 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Public Library - 42 min drive - 23.6 miles

About this property

Gal Oya Lodge

Family-friendly 3-star hotel with outdoor pool
Gal Oya Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

Event space at this hotel measures 1076 square feet (100 square meters) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the family-friendly Gal Oya Lodge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Galgamuwa hotel.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 12 buildings
  • 1076 sq ft of conference space
  • 100 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2014
  • Deli
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Grocery service (free)
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Gal Oya Lodge offers 12 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and slippers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and safes. Bathrooms include bidets and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
  • Travel crib

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Ecotours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rock climbing
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Living room
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This is a designated quarantine hotel. The property can only accept bookings from travelers who are required to quarantine (i.e. international travelers). You may be asked to provide evidence of this on arrival.
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This is a certified Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 property. Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 is a health and safety certification issued by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Gal Oya Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 150 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 02)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 50 (from 5 to 11 years old)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Gal Oya Lodge Bulupitiya
Gal Oya Lodge Madulla
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Hotel Gal Oya Lodge Madulla
Madulla Gal Oya Lodge Hotel
Hotel Gal Oya Lodge
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Gal Oya Lodge Hotel
Gal Oya Lodge Madulla
Gal Oya Lodge Hotel Madulla

Frequently asked questions

Does Gal Oya Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Gal Oya Lodge offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 150 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Gal Oya Lodge offer free breakfast?

Gal Oya Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gal Oya Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Gal Oya Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gal Oya Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Gal Oya Lodge have a pool?

Gal Oya Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Gal Oya Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Gal Oya Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Gal Oya Lodge to downtown Galgamuwa?

Gal Oya Lodge is 0.7 mi away from Galgamuwa.

Gal Oya Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and we felt cared about as staff very attentive. Our room was truly incredible, so fancy and even our own little pool. We also used the big communal pool which was great to relax by. The activities they offer was great. We did night walk, boat safari, jeep safari, hike monkey mountain which was strenuous but fun and great views, and very blessed to do a walk with a Vedda elder and learn from him.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Eco-chic lodge in a beautiful natural setting.

The lodge is in a natural setting with fantastic views of a mountain. The bungalows are Eco-chic and set far apart for privacy with a separate sitting area and outdoor terrace.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely accommodating to our needs, the naturalists were great at their jobs, and the meals were of high quality. We stayed in five different places over eight days in Sri Lanka, and if we had it to do over again, we would have stayed at least three nights. This place is as much about the experience as the wildlife - it is not a commercialized atmosphere where the "wild" animals have been trained by tourism to tolerate tourists, and while we saw less, it still exceeded our expectations. Reminded me slightly of African safaris of 35 years ago - some wildlife, great gin and tonics, and few people. The only critique is that they really need some form of signage off the main road, especially since there is no cell service in the immediate vicinity (also a perk!) to call them when you get close.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is simply amazing. Normally the pictures only show the best bits in the best light but I can assure you it really lives up to its description. The property consists of 10/11 ‘bungalows’ sitting in their own little secluded plot surrounding a central lodge where the restaurant and pool are. The rooms are beautiful and large with doors onto a little terrace with your own piece of jungle to sit and enjoy. Just from here we spotted about a dozen species of butterfly, lots of birds including roosting peacocks, little skinks and a big monitor lizard mooching about. The bathroom is beautifully furnished and a little alfresco whilst still maintaining privacy. Solar hot water was the hottest of all the hotels on my 5 week trip and shower pressure was great. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is offered and is exceptional. They also offer a breakfast picnic with the boat safari and a picnic lunch with the jeep safari. Both amazing but I won’t say anymore and ruin the surprise! We went on both the safaris, we were the only boat on the lake save for a few fishermen setting their nets and saw loads of elephants and plenty of birds in a lovely peaceful setting. On the jeep safari, we were the first into the park, at 2pm and and I think the only tourists that day! Our guide Charlie was brilliant and so knowledgable with a great sense of humour, (well done on the coconut in one)! A great thanks to Sam as well who guided me up to the top of monkey mountain.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful experience in Sri Lankan wilderness

We had a lovely time at Gal Oya lodge. The whole team made us feel so welcome and it was a lovely place to take our 18month old daughter. The guided walks were a highlight as was the delicious food.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Personnel adorable. Aux petits soins pour nous. Un lieu qui ne manque d'aucun charme. Très regardant sur l'écologie. Tout est fait pour ne pas utiliser de ressources inutiles. Le chef fait une cuisine excellente. Seul petit regret de ne pas avoir pu faire le safari en bateau.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice private jungle hotel

This hotel is unique because of the position in the jungle. No phone and internet available. Be aware to take enough cash with you for paying safaris and food/drinks, because they charge a extra fee for using your card due to the absince of internet connectoin with the bank. We recommanded the boatsafari, despite being quite expensive, it is worth every dollar.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel for getting close to nature.

This is a lovely hotel well designed to blend into its natural surroundings. The staff are very friendly and helpful and the naturalists are amazing. Both the jeep and boat safaris were fantastic with great sightings of wild elephants, the opportunity to walk in the national park was a real bonus as was the chance to meet and walk with a tribal elder.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

LODGE FABULEUX !

Magnifique lodge isolé dans la forêt , au plus près de la nature ! Services et chambre impeccables ! Personnel à l'écoute pour les diverses activités : safaris , randonnées ...
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026