NO 85, Pahala Erauwala Road Kandalama, 21100 Dambulla, Sri Lanka
#22 of 52 B&Bs and Inns in Dambulla
Guests' ChoiceBased on 17 hotel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.5
Free WiFi
5.0
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Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Małgorzata
BelgiumNothing
Beautiful, peaceful surroundings and high end quality interior
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 March 2024
Dory
CanadaNothing.
We liked the location of the resort. It felt like we were in the jungle, with all the different birdsongs and small creatures that visit the property. There are a lot of fruit trees and medicinal plants, and our host took the time to explain the various plants and their healing power. Mohinde also explained the local village life as the opportunity arise. For example, the field close by was harvesting the rice and he explained the process and pointed out the machinery that drove past the resort. Our host’s undivided attention to his guests are really rare these days and much appreciated. Attentive and yet not intrusive. The home cooked meals are very tasty and healthy. Breakfast was different everyday. And on the day of our departure, he suggested a time to take the bus to avoid the rush hour and this helped a great deal for a comfortable journey to Kandy. All in all, a very pleasant four day stay in Dambulla.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 12 February 2024
Dino
CroatiaStaff was very attentive and knowledgeable. Accommodation was as in the description. Balcony was very nice
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 27 January 2024
Indikag
Sri LankaWe did not like the breakfast they offered.
The place is quite and calm
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 23 December 2023
Alice
United KingdomWe loved staying here. We had dinner too which was delicious. Location is maybe a bit far out of the main town but we rented a tuk tuk so we’re great for access. Also if you had breakfast and dinner here too then getting to the town wouldn’t be a problem. Beautiful location and the balcony view is amazing.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 7 September 2023
Deshan
Sri LankaStaff was very helpful, was very attentive and food was freshly made and tasty.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 14 August 2023
Roshan©
Sri LankaClean room, Friendly staff, Tasty meals
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 9 April 2023
Claudia
Germanynothing
The place is incredible! In the middle of the nature you can see a lot if different animals (birds, leguans, fireflies etc.). The hosts are very nice and try to fulfill every wish you have. The room was excellent with a balcony and a view on a small river.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 24 February 2023
Kathy
Belgiumnothing
* location * big rooms with nice terrace, AC and hot water * host werd extremely helpfull and always very attentive * delicious local cuisine
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 26 December 2021
Sewminda
AustraliaOn our 300+km bike tour, we were looking for a reasonably priced but comfortable stay for just the night. And with Gal Oruwa Resort we had hit the jackpot! It's a beautiful little boutique resort located in a peaceful plot of land bordering a stream flowing off the Kandalama lake. The property is managed by a family of three living separately on premises, Mr Mahinda at the front, a gentleman by every sense. The land has been owned by the family for generations it seems, and is beautifully landscaped with plenty of trees, of which Mr Mahinda has a sound knowledge of. We were catered to most of our dietary needs with produce grown in their own garden (papaya juice, mango, and leaves for kola kenda)! The stay certainly exceeded my expectations and I would go back again in a heartbeat!
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 19 November 2021
Judith
SwitzerlandThe only thing missing was wifi, but we did not check this before, so our fault. If you prefer a busy neighbourhood, this is not the place to come. For relaxation it is perfect.
The best thing about Gal Oruwa Ressort was the hist family. They were really kind and we felt almost like home. The second best thing was the food. We ate delicious local currys and had tea and sweet snacks. The location is very special as the guest house is located in their big garden with lots of mango trees, a little river flowing by and monkeys in the trees. There are only 4 rooms, so it quite familiar. The room was very pretty and the balcony was a dream for relaxing in nature.
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Fernando
Sri LankaOwner is a very friendly person and very helpful. Make a real effort to make his guests stay a comfortable and plesent one
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Israt
GermanyThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 17 December 2023
Ihalavithana
Sri LankaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 21 October 2023
Amila
Sri LankaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 12 December 2022
Bimsara
Sri LankaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2022
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