Situated in Ginigathena, 48 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Tree Houses by Jungle River features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant. Guests can enjoy river views.
Arsulana Eco Lodge & Spa features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Ginigathena.
Das
Australia
Amazing resort that is really entwined with nature. Not sure how it isn't more well known considering the value for money you get and the social mission the owner is on to improve livelihoods for local people in nearby villages.
Whoever designed this place really has an eye for detail to allow you to experience luxury while still being immersed in the natural forest. We stayed in the balcony room and still have this amazing memory of sitting on the balcony (which is also equipped with a lovely ceiling fan, table and traditional chairs) during a rain storm and seeing the mist roll through the valley while listening to the sounds of the forest awoken by the rain. It was magical.
The rooms are very clean and well maintained and I didn't see any critters which was hard to believe considering how close to the forest you are.
There is a private track leading to a peaceful swimming hole in the nearby river which we had all to ourselves. Just me mindful of leeches if it's been raining.
In regards to the food, we ordered a traditional rice and curry that wasn't actually on the menu but it was delicious. If you're Lankan or love spice, maybe just ask for local-level hot otherwise they will serve it mild. The service overall is very kind and attentive, proud to see this in Sri Lanka.
Next time we will stay in the private villas as they look stunning with their private pools along with mini rivers running adjacent to the room.
The magnificent Arberdeen waterfall is also a short tuk tuk drive away.
I was a little worried in one review saying the place smelled overwhelming of Naphthalene but I didn't smell anything so maybe they changed something.
Situated in dense rainforest of Kitulgala, Palmstone Retreat offers the benefits of an outdoor swimming pool, a waterfall and a spectacular view of nature.
ian
United Kingdom
Huge ajoining well appointed suites overlooking the river in the midlle of the rain forest with a steam room, heated plunge pool and jacuzzi bath. Yes the location is remote, but well worth the effort. Stunning main building and pool, with super helpful staff. We enjoyed the rock pools in front of the hotel and hking up to the waterfall for the 10m jump (recommend wearing closed in shoes with long socks for the hike). It didn't rain much at all :-)
Set in Kitulgala, White Villa Kitulgala has a garden and water sports facilities. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant, a water park and a terrace.
Set amidst a tropical landscape, Kithulgala Rest House offers sweeping views of the Kelani River. It features a restaurant, tour desk and rooms that overlook the greenery.
Hugh
United Kingdom
Very comfortable accommodation with good food and particularly friendly, helpful staff. Went out of their way to help organise travel around the area to see the wildlife.
Ceylon Adventure Sports has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Kitulgala. This 3-star hotel offers a bar.
shimon
Israel
The rooms are basic but the surrounding is amazing
You wake up on the riverbed in the middle of the jungle
Then on the next day the owner arranged for us, our best day in Sri Lanka - we started in with Canyoning which includes going down a canyon - sliding down rocks and jumping down the river. We then did a zipline and finally went rafting down the river!
Boasting an open-air bath and views of inner courtyard, The Tea Cottage Resort & Spa is a recently renovated luxury tent situated in Nawalapitiya, 31 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens.
Tiza
Sri Lanka
I booked this room for my driver! as the prices were reasonable... it helped that I could afford him the same stay as me and meals too
We never made it to them because of Coronavirus. They asked us to pay in advance via bank transfer and it turns out we paid that and got charged again by booking.com. We contacted booking.com and they couldn’t help us. They completely conned us and we were asked to pay twice. Such a shame. We were so excited about going there.
Kate
United Kingdom
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