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Reviews of Gal Oruwa Resort

NO 85, Pahala Erauwala Road Kandalama, 21100 Dambulla, Sri Lanka

#20 of 64 B&Bs and inns in Dambulla

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 38 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    9.4

  • Free Wifi

    5.0

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  • Reviewed: August 17, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hostess was amazing – super welcoming and kind. The room was very clean and nicely decorated, with a beautiful balcony. We really enjoyed our stay!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: May 24, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    The resort is located in a beautiful and secluded natural setting, perfect for those who love peace and tranquility. The room was stunning—clean, spacious, and tastefully furnished—with a charming and comfortable balcony overlooking a stream. The best part was our wonderful host, Mahinda, who welcomed us warmly and made us feel right at home. He took care of everything and more, solved all our problems, helped with anything we needed, and truly spoiled us. Thank you so much for everything. Highly recommended!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This place is very calm and relax ,as a beautiful water stream around the resort can see so many birds and butterflys.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 18, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Its a bit long drive though Lane from the main road.

    It's clean and neat. It's on the first floor no lift. That is the only disadvantage. Very pleasant atmosphere

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 5, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Calm and quite place near by beautiful water stream , can see so many kind of birds at balcony .

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 21, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cool and calm environment ,beautiful birds and butterflies can see everywhere .food are so delicious .Thank Galoruwa staff .Hope to visit again

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 6, 2025

    10
    An alternative stay for Heritance Kandalama, only 2 km away.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The host was very attentive to me, a half-blind. Dinner was elaborated local cuisine, which was so nice. Nice to sip a cup of tea overlooking a quiet river from the room terrace. And here birds sing elsewhere.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 26, 2025

    9.0
    Brilliant host
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The host couple made a huge effort to make our stay comfortable. The food was the best we’ve had in Sri Lanka so far. Good location for sigiriya & dambulla caves - we had a driver.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: December 19, 2024

    9.0
    Recommendable!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nice, tidy and a good bed to sleep. Near the lake and calm situated. We were very friendly welcomed by our host family and so it lasted the whole time. Thank you very much for your kind hospitality!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: October 17, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A calm and relaxing place.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 17, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location of the property and the caretaker was amazing!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 13, 2024

    10
    Thank you for an amazing stay and for your wonderful service. Everything was great.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing service and staff, and clean room

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 1, 2024

    10
    Had a relaxing stay with delicious food. The owner and his wife were very welcoming, and the hospitality was excellent.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Very pleasant environment full of trees.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 12, 2024

    9.0
    Lovely room, beautiful location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Minimal phone service, no wifi

    Lovely location. Great Sri Lankan breakfast. The fans in the room kept us cool. The staff kindly drove us to The Heritance for a wedding, as tuk tuks were harder to find. We were lucky enough to see a wild elephant!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 29, 2024

    9.0
    The Manager is the sweetest guy & went out of his way to make me comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There is nothing to not like

    This is the best place if you want to be at peace.With No wifi you can enjoy the natural surroundings after a hectic day of sightseeing

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: April 4, 2024

    10
    Amazing hospitality of the property manager made this stay very enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Beautiful, peaceful surroundings and high end quality interior

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Owner 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: March 14, 2024

    10
    Mini jungle-like oasis in Dambulla
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Nothing.

    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: February 12, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Staff was very attentive and knowledgeable. Accommodation was as in the description. Balcony was very nice

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 27, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We did not like the breakfast they offered.

    The place is quite and calm

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 9, 2024

    10
    Super friendly hosts
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Super friendly people! Great location for the pickup of the hot air balloon ride.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 23, 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful location and wonderful host!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We 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: September 7, 2023

    10
    Excellent staff and value for money..
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Staff was very helpful, was very attentive and food was freshly made and tasty.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Clean room, Friendly staff, Tasty meals

    Stayed in August 2023

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