Olideb Gedara offers air-conditioned rooms in Negombo. This guest house provides free private parking, free shuttle service, and free Wifi. The property offers a shuttle service and features a garden and year-round outdoor pool. At the guest house, the units come with a outdoor furniture. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer, while selected rooms are fitted with a terrace. At the guest house, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Continental and full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, fruit, and juice are available daily at the guest house. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Negombo Beach is a 13-minute walk from Olideb Gedara, while Poruthota Beach is 1.2 miles away. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 7.5 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Negombo, this property has an excellent location score of 9.1!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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No credit card needed. All options are bookable without a credit card.

Property practices

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Guest reviews

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Staff
10
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.1
Free Wifi
10
High score for Negombo
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Barbara
    Poland Poland
    It’s everything you need before or after flight: comfortable bed, pool in the lovely quiet garden, home made breakfast, free pickup or drop off and fantastic hosts Deb and her husband. Such lovely people!!
  • Diane
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Swimming pool and felt like home as it’s small guest house
  • Julie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The pick up service after a long flight was wonderful and Deb and Joseph were great hosts providing lots of useful information. Easy walk to the beach, great breakfasts and pool refreshing.

Hosted by Deb & Joseph

10
10
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Deb & Joseph
Olideb Gedara offers a homestyle stay in a Sri Lankan home in a quiet residential neighbourhood. Your hosts welcome you to their home and will provide suggestions of restaurants, attractions, beach and shopping. Television in lounge area with cable channels. Shared lounge, patio and garden with sitting areas. Sitting room with tea and coffee making facilities. Dinner by arrangement. Guided tours of Negombo can be arranged at extra cost. The property is located in Palangathure, Negombo, close to the Kattuwa Railway Station. On Google Maps search for Olideb gadara Negombo for our exact location. Whilst we don't take credit card, we will accept USD, EURO, AUD or Sri Lankan Rupee and if cashless transactions are preferred payment can be made by direct debit. Please note we are flexible with check-out times, however a day rate will be charged if guests have not checked out by 3pm. Appropriate hygiene and sanitizing is undertaken in guestrooms and in common areas. Hand sanitizer is available in all guestrooms and common areas.
Joseph and Deb look forward to welcoming you to Olideb Gedara. Joseph is an experienced tour manager and can provide suggestions for touring Sri Lanka. We also conduct day tours and holiday tours - vehicles Mercedes E300, Toyota Van or Honda Shuttle. Deb, originally from Australia, moved to Sri Lanka in January 2020. Deb and Joseph offer advice on travelling in Sri Lanka, can assist with bus and train timetables, and where to go and what to see in Negombo. We are happy to assist guests to exchange money, buy SIM cards, shopping and restaurant options. We love meeting people and ensuring their stay in Sri Lanka is warm and welcoming. We offer Sri Lankan food, however can also cater to Western tastes. Joseph and Deb like their home to feel like your home while you are staying.
The area is a residential area, with the street being very quiet as it is not a thoroughfare. Close to Kattuwa Railway Station - a 3 minute walk. St Johns Garden is a lane off Station Road, Palangathure, Negombo. Search Olideb gadara Negombo for location on google maps. Negombo beach and tourist area is a 10 minute walk. We can recommend restaurants within walking distance. A mini supermarket and bakery are close by.
Languages spoken: English,Tamil

Area info

Amenities of Olideb Gedara
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/out
  • Airport shuttle
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Tamil

House rules

Olideb Gedara takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 12 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 12 and up are allowed)

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 12:00 AM and 6:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Olideb Gedara of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 00:00:00 and 06:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about Olideb Gedara

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Guests staying at Olideb Gedara can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free

  • Check-in at Olideb Gedara is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Room options at Olideb Gedara include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Twin/Double

  • The nearest beach is 0.6 miles from Olideb Gedara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Olideb Gedara may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Olideb Gedara is 2,950 feet from the center of Negombo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Olideb Gedara offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Swimming pool