Leijay Garden Retreat

Name: Leijay Garden Retreat
Address: No. 43 A+B, New Lane, Madawalamulla, Galle., Galle, lk

Location: No. 43 A+B, New Lane, Madawalamulla, Galle., Galle, lk

Star Rating: 8.1 Stars

Property Type: Guest houses

About this Property

Luxurious Tropical Getaway
Leijay Resort in Galle offers a serene escape just minutes from the historic Galle Fort. Outdoor Pool and Lush Gardens provide a tranquil setting for relaxation, while the on-site restaurant caters to your culinary desires. Convenience at Your Fingertips with complimentary WiFi, parking, and room service. Explore nearby attractions with ease through the tour desk and unwind with a rejuvenating massage. Immerse yourself in nature with pond views and bird watching. Your Perfect Stay Awaits at Leijay Resort - book now for an unforgettable experience.

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - 08:30 PM

Check-out: 01:00 PM

Amenities & Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
Tour desk
Ironing service
Massage services
Packed lunches
Shared lounge/TV area
Board games/puzzles
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Grocery deliveries
Kid meals
Outdoor furniture
Fruits
Shallow end
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Fire extinguishers
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Invoice provided
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Guest room sealed after cleaning
Physical distancing in dining areas
Food delivered to guest room
Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
24-hour security
Delivered food - securely covered
Cooking class
Television in common areas
Free wired internet
Self parking (surcharge)
Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
Airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)
Pool sun loungers
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
Housekeeping on request
Concerts/live shows
Exercise/lap pool
Japanese garden
Swimming nearby
Bicycle-friendly property
Vegetarian menu options available
Accessible shuttle
No accessible shuttle
Accessible train station shuttle
No accessible train station shuttle

Rooms Available

Family Room

This air-conditioned family room features a seating area, a patio, garden views and a private bathroom. The unit offers 3 beds.

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Private entrance
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Outdoor furniture
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Fire extinguisher
Family Room

Fitted with a terrace offering pool and garden views, each room features satellite TV, an electric kettle and a mini-bar. The private bathroom offers shower facilities and a hairdryer.

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Private entrance
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Fire extinguisher
- Access to private pool
Double Room

The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a bidet. Among the room amenities are a dining area, a wardrobe, an electric kettle as well as outdoor furniture and garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Private entrance
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Fire extinguisher
- Access to private pool
Triple Room with Pool View

The spacious triple room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a bidet. Among the room amenities are a dining area, a wardrobe, an electric kettle as well as outdoor furniture and garden views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Dressing room
- Private entrance
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Fire extinguisher
Basic Triple Room

The spacious triple room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Private entrance
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Fire extinguisher
Basic Triple Room

The spacious triple room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Private entrance
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Fire extinguisher
Standard Triple Room

The spacious triple room features air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a bidet. Among the room amenities are a dining area, a wardrobe, an electric kettle as well as outdoor furniture and garden views. The unit has 2 beds.

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Private entrance
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Fire extinguisher
Standard Triple Room

The spacious triple room features air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a bidet. The unit has 2 beds.

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Private entrance
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Fire extinguisher
Standard Double Room

The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a bidet. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Private entrance
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Fire extinguisher

Guest Reviews

Lal (8/5): -
Kenga (9/5): A warm and welcoming stay with exceptional value, delicious meals, and wonderfully friendly staff - From the moment we arrived, the staff greeted us with genuine smiles that made us feel right at home. The hospitality here goes far beyond what you'd expect for the price—truly outstanding value. We especially loved the meals served in the morning and evening; each dish was thoughtfully prepared and delicious. This place isn’t just nice—it’s a hidden gem we’d happily return to. Highly recommended! Not a complaint by any means, but a small suggestion: it would be great to have a few more bathroom essentials provided
Ana Maria (6/5): - Calidad precio Que no se puede pagar con tarjeta, solamente en efectivo y no lo te lo comunican con antelación
Krzysztof (9/5): -
Cristina (10/5): - Un lloc preciós on desconnectar de tot després del bullici d'Sri Lanka. El personal excepcional, ens van fer sopar i ens van buscar un cotxe per a dur-nos a l'aeroport. Està fora de la ciutat per a 5 minuts de la fortalesa de Galle en tuk-tuk. És un xicotet oasi dins de la ciutat.
Marije (7/5): Een rustige plek met hee - Het ontbijt is goed. De kamer ook, maar wel wat 'basic'. De tuin is mooi, maar niet alle onderdelen zijn goed onderhouden. Het zwembad is niet zo goed afgewerkt; de kinderen kwamen met schaafwondjes uit het water.
Guest (1/5): - Bad staff Air conditioning broke
Joana MAYA (8/5): Perfecte si busques tranquilitat. - El lloc , la piscina, el jardí tot molt ben cuidat. Servei de tuk tuk. Allunyat del centre.
Sanduni Pathiraja (8/5): -
mariagrazia (10/5): - La coppia che si occupa della villa è sorridente, premurosa e disponibile. Ci siamo sentiti coccolati. La piscina è fantastica, il patio, il giardino e le colazioni. Posizione molto tranquilla lontano dal caos Letti comodi e tanto spazio. Abbiamo anche usufruito della lavatrice e una sera la signora ha cucinato della pasta per la mia bambina. Fantastici. Consiglio un appoggia vestiti nelle camere.
Indra (10/5): - Leijay provided excellent convenience and service on my second visit. It was the only accommodation that I went to twice in Sri Lanka, and it was worth it.
Adrian (10/5): - Excelent staff
Pavel (9/5): Superb -
Gabrielle (8/5): Comfortable,NOT accessible for mobility issues, nice area,quiet - Staff found alternate room for me. Good food at reasonable prices. Tasty and hearty breakfasts! Beautiful view over the garden and pool from my private “lobby” Very friendly staff There was a gentleman there who was almost like my own personal butler. He was super friendly and went out of his way to help.Meals, bags, driving - he did it all. I wish all staff in all places were as helpful as him! It is advertised as being on one level, which was one reason I chose this hotel as I have a bad foot injury. There is nowhere you can go without needing to go up and down stairs. After allocating my room low down another guest staying two nights was given the room and I was then allocated a room up two flights of stairs in a place which has no lifts. Not a suitable location for anyone with any mobility issues at all. A little one, my room door stuck - crazy tight!
Linda (10/5): - Friendly staff. even though my last minute reservation they were really welcoming.
Verified traveler (10/5): - Séjour rendu parfait grâce a la gentillesse extrême du personnel
Marek (5/5): Passable - We loved the garden and the pool. The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was not very clean, the floor was dusty. The furniture is old and all the facilities are very basic. We also wanted to do laundry, but it turned out to be very expensive. The cost is $0.50 per PIECE of clothing, so this can go to very interesting digits. Also they do not dry the clothes, you need to dry it by yourself (which is not very easy in humid environment).
Verified traveler (10/5): - Séjour rendu parfait grâce a la gentillesse extrême du personnel
Bernhard (10/5): Exceptional -
Ghislain (10/5): Wonderful place - Beautiful place, nice pool, great staff and very nice manager... It was a perfect stay, I will be back soon 🙋 All was perfect!
Christie (10/5): Exceptional - Very nice resort. Lovely gardens, awesome clean pool and delicious breakfasts. A little far from restaurants and shops but very easy to get a tuk tuk or food delivered.
Lawrence (9/5): Superb - Nice pool. Nice quiet location. Spacious room.
Erica (9/5): Would absolutely stay here again. A peaceful place to relax. - It’s far enough away from the tourist area but close enough to get a ride in (10minutes by tuk-tuk), great local food eats walking distance and not tourists prices, extremely friendly, helpful, considerate staff and manager, filling breakfast, good aircon, clean bathrooms and rooms, lovely gardens and pool area.
Sonya (10/5): The most wonderful place to stay - We have loved our stay here. Think 'The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel' (film), it's a bit rough around the edges but the staff more than make up for this. The rooms are big and airy and spacious, everything is very clean, the beds are comfortable and the pool is fabulous. We have sat in the pool watching the monkeys, squirrels and birds - the garden here is stunning. Breakfast is great, plentiful, a choice offered every day. Nothing is too much trouble here, we have extended our stay and will definitely come again.
Peter (9/5): Great - The staff end the food is excellent end the location Nothing
Indra (10/5): - Leijay resort exceeded my expectations in many ways. The management and staff were very helpful and kind, the breakfasts were great and the environment was fantastic: a lovely pool, nice rooms and lots of birds and other wildlife all around. It is not next to Galle Fort, but it is easy to get to and from this quiet location to downtown. I will come back here!!
Harry (9/5): Superb - It a wonderful place to stay. Very helpful and friendly staff. The room was clean and beautifully with own patio. Very quite ZEN place with wonderful pool and garden. We also saw many beautiful birds and animals. All was perfect 👌
Edmund (8/5): Very good - Staff, pool, quiet location, birds
Alexandra (8/5): Very good - Very nice, helpful staff Nice,clean pool Nice hearty breakfast available at the location The staff was willing to arrange tuck tucks for us It is a 10 minute ride (tuck tuck) from the city center/ fort/ bus station and it is not recommended to walk ( the roads are very very narrow and quite crowded)
Marion (9/5): We had a lovely stay at the resort, room/bathroom are clean and comfortable. On rainy days the warm water was lovely - The pool, greenery, room and the closeness to GIC school. .
Eleanor (9/5): Superb - They managed to fit us in and have a room ready at very short notice. Lovely, friendly, welcoming and helpful staff. Lovely gardens and pool. Very good breakfast. Monkey spotting whilst sunbathing! Broken sun loungers. Location is a little way out if you want to explore Galle.
Nichola (7/5): Fantastic stay, lovely staff and delicious authentic Sri Lankan dinner and breakfast!! - Lovely and friendly staff. Delicious cooking and very helpful team.
Chloe (10/5): Exceptional -
Yasantha (10/5): Exceptional -
Melanie (4/5): Sadly not as the photos suggest - Sadly the photos for this hotel are very misleading. What I'm sure was once a wonderful hotel has been left by its new owner to turn into a dirty and unloved state. The rooms are full of ants, mouldy shower curtains hang at a window instead of blinds, lights only omit a dim light or flicker uncontrollably, toilets leak through walls into bedrooms when flushed, aircons are stuck on one setting, the grass around the pool has disappeared to leave concrete... Our room had a frog on top of the shower and when we complained they offered to move us but the alternative was a room with a birds nest in the light fitting! The workers have been left to pick up the complaints whilst the owner is out of the country. It's such a shame as it could be a lovely hotel as it has a great size swimming pool (rare to find in Galle) and some lovely seated areas around the garden. It just needs some money put in and the staff to care for it. Avoid until it is renovated or sold on to someone who actually cares.
Lena (8/5): - Fint ställe mkt lungt passar för retreat. Långt till stranden och centrum.
Verified traveler (4/5): - 냉장고에 비닐봉지와 냉장실컨디션 전체적 청소한테 불결했음. 에어컨 상태 안좋았음 청소상태만 좋으면 가성대비 좋을듯
Nadine (4/5): Give it a miss - First room had a broken lock which meant the door didn’t shut, so I asked to be moved to another room. Hotel is run down and old. Only two tables for breakfast so had to wait ages for someone to finish. Possible 2* hotel. Nothing like the photos at all. Really bad WiFi and felt pressured into giving the receptionist money for her daughter.
Verified traveler (8/5): - The staff were really nice, helpful and friendly. The property is a little bit out of town so they arranged a tuk tuk driver to take us to and from Galle fort area. That was helpful as we used the same guy over and again as he knew how to get to the property (its a bit off the beaten track). My room had ants in the bathroom but other than that we were very happy staying there and would stay there again. The pool looked delightful and was well utilised by other guests. We were just a bit too busy to use it.
pascal (10/5): Magique - Un lieu magnifique reposant avec un personnel admirable et d’une gentillesse absolue après des visites et escapades cela est l’endroit idéal pour ce reposer
Mark (8/5): Highly recommend for independent travellers - It's a lovely haven of peace and quiet, some way from local amenities. Tuk tuk to Galle is 300 rupees, which is pretty OK. The rooms are comfortable, air conditioning, WiFi, and a kitchenette / living room and balcony on the bigger room. The pool is great, and breakfast is nice and simple. Galle and area is the best place on Sri Lanka, so much to do. Finally, lots of wildlife at the hotel - Monitor lizards, chit-chats, monkeys, beautiful birds, frogs etc.
Kent (8/5): Underbar personal - Väldigt trevlig och hjälpsam personal, de var underbara! Bra hotell i övrigt och även poolen var jag riktigt nöjd med. Läget är inte det bästa, väldigt enkelt & billigt att ta sig fram med tuk-tuk. Personalen var dock den stora behållningen!
Verified traveler (10/5): - Very relaxing, good ambience. Friendly staff. But need more sign boards to locate the place
Antony (2/5): Don't do it - Absolutely awful, too many problems to mention. My video of the room made my wife say that she wouldn't even have unpacked her bag.
Iranga (8/5): Lovely garden amd helpful and friendly staff - Its located a couple of miles away from the city. You will need private transport unless the hotel or you can call a taxi. The property has a few new rooms but the majority are old and needs improving or upgrading. Its more like a large house that has seen better days. Lovely manicured garden. Staff is helpful and friendly. I dont think they have had formal training in the leisure sector.
Verified traveler (6/5): Remote and quiet, condition is fair - I agreed with all other travellers' comment. Good of this hotel: The hotel is in a remote area. You feel like living in the nature with facilities. This hotel has a nice swimming pool, a lot of greens and nice people. Good for those planning to stay most of the time in the hotel for relax and quiet time. They can provide shuttle to take you to city centre. Breakfast is made to order with eggs, sausage, toast and fruit. Wifi is fair because of location. Even phone connection goes on and off occasionally. This hotel is managed by a small team. If you judge them by resort/luxury hotel standard, they are not that level. If you judge them by local standard, they are doing their best. Bad of this hotel: this hotel is up in the mountain. Even tuk tuk driver doesn't know where it is until calling the hotel. It is completely dark after sunset. The fatalities and condition of the room is poor. Spacious without many furniture. There are both bathtub and shower. But bathtub and closet are quite rusty. Water pressure is bad. Only cold water. If you turn it to hot water, it comes out drop by drop. Conclusion: if you plan to be more local in a nature and stay in hotel for most of the time, it is the place for you. One thing should be highlighted is their staff. Super friendly to talk with anytime you see them. And they would make sure that you are able to do whatever tourist thing you like.
Emily (10/5): High quality service - The service at Leijay was exceptional. We enjoyed the large garden which had a wide variety of plants to look at, it was well maintained. The staff were very helpful and assisted in arranging tours and transport. Breakfast was good and filling. The pool was welcome after a day in Galle.
lone (4/5): Fin service men snuskede værelser. - RIgtig fin service, men stedet ligger langt unden for byens centrum. Værelserne var i ret dårlig stand, lever ikke op til beskrivelsen på nettet. Der lugtede fugtigt og der var ikke særligt rent.