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Located within 1.1 km of Negombo Beach and 2 km of Poruthota Beach, Olideb Gedara offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Negombo. This guest house provides free private parking and free shuttle service. 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. With a private bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi, 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, fruits and juice are available daily at the guest house. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Wellaweediya Beach is 2.8 km from Olideb Gedara, while St Anthony's Church is 2.3 km away. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 12 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best 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


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
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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  • 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.
  • Guillermo
    Germany Germany
    Deb amd Joseph were from beginning super Hosts and helped us a lot during our last day stay in Sri Lanka. We arrived late at night and were received and taken to the homestay in a confort way. Once arrived, Deb welcomed us with a tea and...
  • Andrea
    Australia Australia
    Deb and Oli were so welcoming. As we had a midnight flight we stayed from lunchtime and enjoyed a relaxing afternoon before Oli took us to the airport at 8.30pm. Deb was very flexible and provided dinner as we weren't staying overnight. The...
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

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

Property surroundings

Facilities of Olideb Gedara
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Airport shuttle
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • 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
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Tamil

House rules

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

Check-in

From 12:00 to 22:00

Check-out

From 05:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 12 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

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

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 00:00 and 06:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help 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 minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Olideb Gedara

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

  • Olideb Gedara is 1,000 yards from the centre of Negombo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

  • 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

  • Room options at Olideb Gedara include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Twin/Double

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

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

    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Swimming Pool

  • The prices at Olideb Gedara may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.