Gaia Soul

Maaliyadda guesthouse with outdoor pool and restaurant

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When visiting Maaliyadda, Gaia Soul is a great choice to consider. Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights include an outdoor pool and a garden.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Beach towels
  • Spa services
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Communal living room
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on-site
  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Garden
  • Furnished balcony
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Terrace/patio
Classic Double Room, Terrace, Sea View | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room, Terrace, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Ceiling fan
Toaster
Icemaker
Oven
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Ceiling fan
Toaster
Icemaker
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Ceiling fan
Toaster
Icemaker
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Ceiling fan
Toaster
Icemaker
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Classic Villa, Sea View | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Villa, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Ceiling fan
4 bedrooms
Private bathroom
5 bathrooms
Toaster
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds
Family Quadruple Room, Terrace, Garden View | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Family Quadruple Room, Terrace, Garden View | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Family Quadruple Room, Terrace, Garden View | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Family Quadruple Room, Terrace, Garden View | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Family Quadruple Room, Terrace, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
Family Quadruple Room, Terrace, Garden View | Bathroom | Shower, towels, soap, shampoo
Family Quadruple Room, Terrace, Garden View | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Family Quadruple Room, Terrace, Garden View | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Family Quadruple Room, Terrace, Garden View | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Family Quadruple Room, Terrace, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Toaster
Icemaker
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
122 Kaluketiya Watta Rd, Maaliyadda, SP, 81180

What's nearby

  • Maaliyadda Beach - 1 min drive - 0.2 km
  • Dickwella Beach - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Talalla Beach - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Wewurukannala Vihara Temple - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Hiriketiya Beach - 8 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 170 min drive
  • Midigama Railway Station - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duni’s Hoppers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kingsley Hot Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Smoke & Bitters - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Malu - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Raa - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Gaia Soul

When visiting Maaliyadda, Gaia Soul is a great choice to consider. Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights include an outdoor pool and a garden.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 4 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Parking

    • Free secured, uncovered on-site self-parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Charcoal grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Playground

What to do

  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Beach nearby
  • Surfing lessons nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Working away

  • Co-working spaces

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach towels
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Communal living room
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bike parking
  • Spa services
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Furnished balcony
  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Food and drink

  • Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Freezer
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils
  • Blender
  • Ice maker
  • Spices
  • Paper towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Cleaning supplies

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 for adults and USD 2.5 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 per cent

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Gaia Soul Guesthouse
Gaia Soul Maaliyadda
Gaia Soul Guesthouse Maaliyadda

Frequently asked questions

Does Gaia Soul offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Gaia Soul does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Gaia Soul ?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Gaia Soul ?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Gaia Soul ?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Gaia Soul ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Gaia Soul and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as surfing. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the guest house's other amenities, which include spa services and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Gaia Soul ?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

Does Gaia Soul have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.

What's the area around Gaia Soul like?

Gaia Soul is located a short 1-minute walk from Maaliyadda Beach.

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9.2

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