Gal Oya Lodge

We had our office retreat here amd I was transported back to nature!. The care and attention given to the surrounding environment is amazing. The lodge we stayed was a beautiful mix of comfort, luxury and the most tranquil of spaces I have been. The food was amazing and the staff was incredibly lovely. I am hoping to save up and go on a longer stay so I can experience more of what they offer!. Keep doing what you do to nature and guests alike. Thank you 😊

The lodge is located in a jungle setting with nearby nature trails. The staff couldn't have been more friendly and accommodating. The food was wonderful, both in terms of choices offered and in quality. The lodging is very unique and the rooms are comfortable with both fans and air conditioning. And you can watch local wildlife right from your window. Overall a great choice to stay while visiting the nearby National Park.

Gal Oya Lodge exceeded all our expectations. It is a genuine eco-lodge that upholds the right principles while being set amidst nature. The rooms are spacious, immaculate, and simply beautiful; they are checked twice a day to ensure cleanliness and fresh towels. Upon check-in, the manager provides a very clear explanation of how the lodge operates. The staff are exceptionally friendly; both they and the manager frequently check in to see how you are doing and ensure everything is to your liking. They are incredibly intuitive, seeming to sense exactly what you need. They are immensely helpful, and nothing is too much trouble for them in their effort to ensure you have a fantastic stay. They offer a wide range of activities, and the guides are excellent and approachable. The food is superb. There is no Wi-Fi, but this actually helps you to fully disconnect and enjoy the experience. This eco-lodge is truly outstanding.

Absolutely beautiful place to stay. Cannot fault anything. Team were very attentive. Boat Safari was brilliant. Early morning bird walk was great we saw so many birds. We had a private plunge pool which allowed us to retreat when needed. The mail pool is also lovely. The Bungalows was perfect in every way. Definitely a highlight of our trip

Recommendable in every way! The separate lodges are very private and ours (family hut with two bedrooms and private plunge pool) was very spacious. The staff was super mind- and helpful, seemed to always be there when we needed something but not there when we preferred privacy. the naturalists were very insightful. Food was good even if not the main reason to come here. Only backdraw: 45 minute drive to the park entrance.

OMG! What a stunning location hiding in the Jungle! If you want the height of a luxury atmosphere whilst being able to truly experience the setting of the jungle then look no further! We could have spent so much more time here & can’t wait to return to explore its full list of experiences. The individual lodge rooms are stunning & so well thought out, leaving you wanting for nothing whilst still being at one with your jungle surroundings. Whilst this was one of the more expensive hotels we stopped at on this trip, the value for money was priceless. Cleanliness was excellent, especially considering the natural environment. Meanwhile, the ability to constantly hear all the wild animals around you really made the noise levels quite magical. The staff, & particularly the General Manager could not do enough for you & really offer an exceptional level of service & to offer the level of amenities right in the middle of the jungle is incredible, particularly the 24/7 pool!

A fantastic hotel, very cosy tents with outdoor bathroomThe restaurant was nice with delicious food, the pool with a great view. The staff was friendly and helpful We really hope to come back

Wonderful ecolodge that strikes a perfect balance between comfort and connection with nature. Beautiful rooms and grounds, great staff, and knowledgeable and personable in-house guides. The semi-outdoor bathrooms were a particular hit with my child.

We loved our stay at Gal Oya! The lodge is a beautiful place to relax after your drives and walks and the pool is perfect to cool down! The staff were really kind and helpful, and our guide was very knowledgeable. The food and service were outstanding. Our room was spacious and clean -really felt like we were in nature! We really enjoyed the drives - they were much quieter than at Wilpattu and the very busy Minneriya. The landscape in the national park is stunning and we saw plenty of wildlife. We also really enjoyed the guided walk from the lodge with our amazing guide - we saw a wide variety of birdlife and the sunset on the lakeside was stunning. The boats on the boat safari were smaller than we had expected but we enjoyed it nonetheless- we saw plenty of birdlife. It was great to see the park from a different perspective, and the breakfast on the lakeshore was delicious.