Gal Oya Lake Club Infinity Pool. Before you come.

Travelers staying at or visiting Gal Oya Lake Club Infinity Pool come for the famous infinity pool that looks directly onto the Gal Oya reservoir. The experience is about relaxing in a stunning natural setting — watching elephants from the water is the kind of story you tell differently.

Many visitors expect a public attraction but discover this pool is exclusive to Gal Oya Lake Club guests. Visitors rave about the sunrise swim—the water was warm and the view of the mist over the lake was magical—but note that non-guests can't access it. The pool itself is smaller than photos suggest, and during peak season, it can get crowded with hotel guests.

The luxury is real, but don't expect solitude. Some the pool area can be noisy with families in the afternoon, so early morning is the sweet spot. The water is chlorinated, not natural, which surprises some expecting a lake-fed pool.