Leijay Garden Retreat

3.0 star property
Suburban hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Outdoor pool
Family Room
View from room
Property grounds
Family Room | Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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43 A-B, New Lane, Galle, Southern, 80000
  • Place, Galle Fort
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Galle International Cricket Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Galle Lighthouse
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Triple Room with Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Jetted bath
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
Electric kettle
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Wardrobe
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

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

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Galle

At Leijay Garden Retreat you'll be 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from St. Aloysius College and 3.8 km (2.3 mi) from Galle International Cricket Stadium. Highlights at this Colonial hotel include free breakfast (local cuisine), an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a library. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a terrace and a garden. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class Galle hotel, you'll be 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Galle Fort and 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Mahendra Amarasooriya Park.

What's nearby

  • Galle Fort - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Galle International Cricket Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Mahamodara Beach - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Galle Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Jungle Beach - 9 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 26 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Indian Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hela Bojun Hala - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hasara Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oak-Ray - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Way Home Hut - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Leijay Garden Retreat

Suburban hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Leijay Garden Retreat. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Galle hotel.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Leijay Garden Retreat offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a ceiling fan. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include a shower. Hairdryers, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 1 PM

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 at the property
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

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 30 September 2025 to 15 April 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 80 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

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 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 only accepts cash
Long-term renters welcome
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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 only accepts cash. Long-term renters welcome.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for free breakfast.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Leijay Garden Retreat?

Leijay Garden Retreat offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Leijay Garden Retreat?

Yep, Leijay Garden Retreat has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Leijay Garden Retreat?

The closest beach to Leijay Garden Retreat is Jungle Beach (5.4 km).

Does Leijay Garden Retreat have a pool?

Leijay Garden Retreat has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Does Leijay Garden Retreat serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary local cuisine brekkie is available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Leijay Garden Retreat?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Leijay Garden Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 1 PM.

Are pets allowed at Leijay Garden Retreat?

No, pets are not allowed.