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Gabaa Resort & Spa

4.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel with a steam room and spa services

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Outdoor pool
Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
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Family Cottage, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kashyapagama, Habarana, Sri Lanka, 50150
  • Place, Habarana Cultural Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Minneriya National Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Ancient City of Sigiriya
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Cottage, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Family Cottage, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Pool View | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Romantic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Habarana

Located 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Habarana Cultural Center, Gabaa Resort & Spa is within a 15-minute drive of Minneriya National Park. This 4-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Habarana Cultural Center - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Minneriya National Park - 13 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Ancient City of Sigiriya - 18 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Sigiriya Museum - 22 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Pidurangala Rock - 23 min drive - 7.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Soul Food - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Mom’s Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sigiriya Village Hotel - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Iora Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Magic Food Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Gabaa Resort & Spa

Boardwalk/promenade hotel with a steam room and spa services
Guests staying at Gabaa Resort & Spa enjoy an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a steam room. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with concierge services, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Other amenities at this spa hotel include free WiFi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area, and a terrace.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Washers/dryers, dining areas, and sitting areas are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a steam room.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 5 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic and reflexology.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 15 for adults and USD 4 to 8 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 10; reservation required
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hospital bed
  • No elevator
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Partially-open bathroom

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Portable fan
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 15 for adults, and USD 4 to 8 for children
  • Towels fee: USD 0 (or guests may bring their own)
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 10
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: noon—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Gabaa Resort & Spa Hotel
Gabaa Resort & Spa Habarana
Gabaa Resort & Spa Hotel Habarana

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Gabaa Resort & Spa?

Gabaa Resort & Spa provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do within easy reach of Gabaa Resort & Spa?

This hotel is located in Habarana, close to Pidurangala Rock, Sigiriya Museum, and Ancient City of Sigiriya. Habarana Cultural Center is also within a driving distance of 2.5 mi.

Is parking available on site at Gabaa Resort & Spa?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa available at Gabaa Resort & Spa?

Athreya is the hotel's spa and services include Swedish massages, Thai massages, Ayurvedic treatments, and body wraps.

Does Gabaa Resort & Spa include a casino at the property?

No, Gabaa Resort & Spa doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Gabaa Resort & Spa?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.

Is Gabaa Resort & Spa a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service, in-room massages, and access to a chef.

Are there hot tubs at Gabaa Resort & Spa?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Gabaa Resort & Spa feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Gabaa Resort & Spa serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Gabaa Resort & Spa allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Gabaa Resort & Spa.

Are there connecting rooms at Gabaa Resort & Spa?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Gabaa Resort & Spa?

Yes, every guestroom at Gabaa Resort & Spa comes with a deck with some featuring garden or pool views.

Gabaa Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay. Team very professional. Rooms are spacious and in nature. Food was very good. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely little resort with lovely and helpful staff. There was a little gecko in our room and a few little critters outside our cabin that scurried around on the roof waking us up in the night (but we didn’t mind). We didn’t swim in the pool because it looked a little milky. Overall I still loved this property and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Thamara

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful stay and we thoroughly enjoyed everything about the property, the staff and the trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MITHUN

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely, peaceful place to stay. Well organised and easy to arrange trips to Dambulla, Sigiria etc
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is one of the nicest hotels I’ve ever been to. It’s so quiet and peaceful. The cabins are very clean and well furnished. The garden is amazing. The staff are so nice and the breakfast is delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
For western tourists, this cannot be described as “luxury”. It is a cabin in a nice wooded area with breakfast at 10 USD per person in reception. The pool is a plunge pool. The staff are nice and friendly. Some struggle with English. We were unfortunate and had torrential rain for a full day and a half. Couldn’t sleep because of the tin roof and there was no bar to retreat to. There’s not much to do if it’s raining in Habarana and there’s not even a tv in your cabin. If the weather was better it wouldn’t have been so bad. Had a spa treatment. 65 USD and nothing to write home about
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan, Farnham

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a really chilled, small resort that is a great base for all the sight seeing and activities in the area. Rooms were big, clean and comfortable. Staff very friendly and helpful. Easy walk into the nearby village, there's a great market there some days.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly and welcoming stay

Very nice, quiet and friendly hotel with individual chalets. Located off the main road but within easy reach of restaurants along the road. The staff are very warm and welcoming and the restaurant food very nice. Very good value stay in all respects.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay at Gabaa resort and spa. My room was lovely and very spacious. The staff were extremely kind and helpful, plus the food was delicious. I had a fantastic treatment in the spa and would highly recommend this stay to others!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Unique beautiful house however service below par

Booked this resort as it was a last minute trip and most bigger hotels were booked out. It’s an amazing place, very good value for money for a unique partially-glass house with a nice semi-outdoor shower. Rooms are clean and mine had two beds. The environment is serene and peaceful and some time on the hammock was so relaxing. Overall I had no issues with the room and resort itself. However, I would point out the service is quite bad. I arrived late at night and the main receptionist wasn’t there but a gentleman met me and gave me tea and escorted me to the room however when I asked questions about Sigiriya and recommendations he wasn’t able to answer. I did interact with the reception through their WhatsApp number which helped but still some things were unable to be provided. I would still recommend this place as it’s unique and peaceful if you can deal with not-so-great service. This place would be incredible if the receptionist (who was great!) was there 24/7 or if they managed this better.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Find

Amazing cottages tucked up in the woods. We found the staff to be friendly and the food (breakfast) was delicious. The rooms are new and modern. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annika

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Short but sweet stay at gabaa! We arrived in the evening to such a kind welcome. Drinks, answered questions, and got us to our stunning room. We ordered dinner which was delicious as well. Unfortunately didn’t have time to take advantage of the other amenities but it all looked beautiful and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayrettin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really loved the hotel. It was an energising getaway for us and the treatment from the staff showed genuine hospitality. Much, much recommended, given the very fair price we paid.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

imad

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

little heaven in the jungle

this is for adventurers only who are fine with living in the nature. my 4 years old son and I loved it. the service was excellent and the homemade food served at the restaurant is the best we had during our trip in Sri Lanka.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamura Amarasinghe, Colombo

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
庭に大きな木がたくさんあり美しいです。コテージなのでプライバシーが守れます。隣がうるさいということもありません。静かで落ち着いて過ごせます。お部屋のインテリアもリネンも上質で清潔です。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saubhik

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were uniquely built. The staff always smiling and helpful. Very clean and quiet place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Bradley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Funky Quaint

This quaint little place tucked away in nature was a great place to stay before visiting Sigiriya Rock. Nice individual A-Frames, good pool, and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Komal

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the stay, it's was beautiful we reached late to the property but they were around. They provided wet towel and flower as a warm welcome. The receptionist was really sweet and helpful. We forgot to ask for her name unfortunately. We stayed here, hired a two wheeler for Sigiriya and enjoyed every bit of it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Tharanga

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Maybe the weather was bad when we travelled or the place is overrated. Staff boys need proper training on hospitality and respecting hosts' privacy. Food was expensive but good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jakub

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

sherin, richmond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for a night and wish we could have stayed longer.. absolutely loved staying here . The rooms were clean and has a rustic feel. The staff were amazing. I would rate it 10* if I could . The location is great , tucked away from the hustle but close to town . You can get on a safari tour to see the elephants. Definitely will visit here again .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unser Aufenthalt im Gabaa Resort & Spa war rundum erholsam. Schon bei der Ankunft (sehr spät abends) fühlten wir uns dank der entspannten Atmosphäre und der warmen Begrüßung sofort willkommen. Unser Cabana-Zimmer war geräumig, geschmackvoll eingerichtet und sehr privat – perfekt zum Entspannen. Das Personal war immer freundlich und aufmerksam, ohne aufdringlich zu sein. Besonders geschätzt haben wir die ruhige Lage: eingebettet in die Natur, aber gleichzeitig ideal für Ausflüge wie Safari-Touren oder den Besuch des Sigiriya Lion Rock. Ein Ort, den wir gerne empfehlen.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025