Wild River Side
Wild River Side
Located in Udawalawe in the Ratnapura District region, Wild River Side provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub. Some accommodation includes a terrace with mountain views, a fully equipped kitchenette and a private bathroom with shower. An Asian, vegetarian or vegan breakfast is available at the property. Guests at the lodge can enjoy fishing and cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Udawalawe National Park is 15 km from Wild River Side. Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is 52 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jan
Czech Republic“Very hostile and communicative owner. Very nice and quiet place. Just monkeys sometime run over the roof and make noise. Accomodation is roughly 600m from the elephant orphanage. There is nothing in direct vicinity but jungle. Good breakfast after...” - Eve
United Kingdom“Wild River Side was the perfect place to stay for my trip to Udawalawe. Such a tranquil location with Sameera and his family being the perfect hosts. When I arrived he showed me around his garden and pointed out all the spices and plants he...” - LLorenzo
Sri Lanka“This places it was so magic and wonderful. Quiet into the nature and close to Udawalawe. The owners it was very available and kind. I raccomend this lodge for everyone that want to visit this side of Sri Lanka. The price for this accomodation it's...” 
Dieneke
New Zealand“We really enjoyed staying at Wild River Side. Off the main road and set in a beautiful garden with spice trees. We had dinner there and had some of the best Sri Lankan vegetable curries so far on our trip. Owner organised transport from Ella and...”
Alicja
Poland“Our best stay in Sri Lanka so far. The cottages are spacious, clean. Relaxing on the terrace is a pure pleasure. Peace, quiet, beautiful nature and close to the main street. The host is a fantastic and friendly man, he organized a safari for us at...”- Mihirani Sri Lanka“Rooms were so nice and comfy. Breakfast was so nice and we loved the lemon ginger tea :) Four of us had a nice time there. Everything was arranged to our comfort including a last minute booking on an Udawalawa Safari.”
Elia
Switzerland“The accommodation is a bit off the beaten path, but that’s part of its charm. It’s a special experience to stay in a tropical environment surrounded by trees, with monkeys and peacocks roaming around the property. Everything is lovingly furnished,...”- Tom United Kingdom“This is a great place to stay for a visit to Udawalawe National Park. The hotel is lovely, we had a wonderful home cooked breakfast and dinner made by his wife and he took us round his garden filled with different spices and trees. Would recommend.”
- Antony United Kingdom“This is an amazing little oasis in the jungle. Samir and his family are so friendly and polite. The compound is laid out really well, to ensure every bungalow enjoys privacy. We stayed in the double double bed room just over the bridge. The...”
- Simon
Germany“We stayed at the Wild River Side for two nights to make a Safari in the Nationalpark. We had a really good time at this place, the Bungalow was very nice and the location is just perfect, right in the jungle but still easy to get to. The breakfast...”
Property surroundings
Facilities of Wild River SideGreat facilities! Review score, 9.4
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Breakfast
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Garden
Activities
- Bike tours
- Cycling
- Fishing
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Breakfast in the room
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
Services
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Packed lunches
- Laundry
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- 24-hour front desk
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Room service
General
- Adult only
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa facilities
- Light therapy
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Hair styling
- Hair colouring
- Hair cut
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Hair treatments
- Make up services
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- MassageAdditional charge
Languages spoken
- English
House rulesWild River Side takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
FAQs about Wild River Side
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Guests staying at Wild River Side can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Asian
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Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Wild River Side on this page.
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Wild River Side is 800 yards from the centre of Udawalawe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Room options at Wild River Side include:
- Double
- Family
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Check-in at Wild River Side is from 11:30, and check-out is until 10:30.
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Wild River Side offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage
- Cycling
- Fishing
- Hand massage
- Couples massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Head massage
- Bike tours
- Beauty Services
- Facial treatments
- Waxing services
- Make up services
- Hair treatments
- Manicure
- Pedicure
- Hair cut
- Hair colouring
- Hair styling
- Body treatments
- Body scrub
- Body wrap
- Light therapy
- Spa facilities
- Back massage
- Neck massage
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The prices at Wild River Side may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
