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Leaf Watagala

3.0 star property
Bayside hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Exterior
Balcony
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking, Pool View
Front of property
Suite, 1 Bedroom

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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Watagala Estate, Mahalla, Wahakula, Ruwanwella, 71300
  • Place, Negombo Beach
  • Place, Kirindiwela Central College
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Kirindiwela Temple
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking, Pool View

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking, Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Upstairs Superior Room

Upstairs Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Whole Bungalow | Living area

Whole Bungalow

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 15
  • 2 King Beds, 3 Double Beds and 5 Single Beds

About the area

Ruwanwella

At Leaf Watagala, you'll be 16.9 km (10.5 mi) from Kirindiwela Central College and 17.1 km (10.6 mi) from Kirindiwela Temple. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. Each morning English breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights in the vicinity of this 3-property class Ruwanwella hotel include Bopath Ella Waterfall and New Paradise Spice & Herbal Garden.

What's nearby

  • Kirindiwela Central College - 30 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Kirindiwela Temple - 30 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Gampaha Railway Station - 84 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ambagalama - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Wijeyananda Hotel & Bakery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Diya Agala Buffet Hut - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪New Alibaba Hotel - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Gangula Restaurant - ‬23 min drive

About this property

Leaf Watagala

Bayside hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Leaf Watagala. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Ruwanwella hotel.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Leaf Watagala offers 5 accommodations with minibars and free newspapers. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Ruwanwella hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Microwaves and fridges can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private wine tours

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Laundry detergent

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 12:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 8 for check-in between 11:30 AM and 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 12

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Leaf Watagala

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately USD 10 for adults and from USD 5 for children
  • Late check-in fee: USD 8 for check-in between 11:30 AM and 3:30 PM
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night

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 credit card, debit card or 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 accepts credit cards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card 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 accepts Visa and Mastercard.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Leaf Watagala Hotel Ruwanwella
Leaf Watagala Hotel
Leaf Watagala Ruwanwella
Leaf Watagala Hotel
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Leaf Watagala Hotel Ruwanwella

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Leaf Watagala?

Leaf Watagala offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Leaf Watagala?

As of 29 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Leaf Watagala on 31 Dec 2025 start from NZ$148.82, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Leaf Watagala?

Yep, Leaf Watagala has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Leaf Watagala?

The closest beach to Leaf Watagala is Negombo Beach (47.4 km).

Does Leaf Watagala have a pool?

Leaf Watagala has an outdoor pool.

Is Leaf Watagala family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Leaf Watagala is a hit with families.

Does Leaf Watagala serve breakfast?

Yep, English breakfast is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Leaf Watagala?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Leaf Watagala?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Leaf Watagala's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Leaf Watagala?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Leaf Watagala?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Leaf Watagala Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 2 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Do not do business with this hotel. This hotel cancelled my reservation without notifying me before my stay. They overbooked the entire hotel and had no more rooms left even after having a booking confirmation number and payment. They also wouldn't refund me even after I wasn't able to stay there. It took 3 weeks to get my money back after many calls with them. I wouldn't ever stay here. There is however a bungalow house nearby that I'd absolutely recommend instead of this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018