The Rainforest Ecolodge - Sinharaja with Shuttle Service from Car Park
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The Rainforest Ecolodge - Sinharaja with Shuttle Service from Car Park
Lodge
Enselwatte, Viharahena, Matara, Southern Province, 70000, Sri Lanka
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Highlights
Ideal location
Delicious breakfast
Sparkling clean
Top local pick
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Amenities
Hiking
Private parking
EV charging station
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Car rentals
Currency exchange
Wake-up call
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Property Description
This luxury lodge is 13.2 mi (21.3 km) from Sinharaja Forest Reserve and 26.2 mi (42.2 km) from Maduwanwela Walawwa.
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10.0/10
OutstandingCleanliness10.0
Amenities10.0
Location10.0
Service10.0
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Surroundings
Train: Polwathumodara Railway Station
(80.3 km)
Train: Matara
(80.6 km)
Landmarks: Samangala Jana Wijaya Chethiya
(840m)
Landmarks: Sinharaja Entrance - Deniyaya, Kurulugala
(970m)
Landmarks: Sinharaja safari deniyaya
(1.3 km)
Landmarks: Patna View Point
(1.3 km)
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Services & Amenities
Policies
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Standard Chalet, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View, Mountainside
2 single beds and 1 queen bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric fan
Mountain view
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Chalet
1 king bed
Has window
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
Electric fan
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Guest Reviews
10/10
Outstanding
2 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness10
- Amenities10
- Location10
- Service10
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AI Summary
The accommodation boasts clean, practical rooms and exceptional service from friendly staff. Guests appreciate the delicious breakfast and serene natural surroundings, offering easy access to hiking and wildlife observation.
Guest User
May 7, 2025
The hotel rooms were clean and cozy, the most memorable moment of the vacation was the hike, our guide Jagath was amazing very passionate. We encountered some animals on the night hike, fish therapy was fun. Leeches weren't that big of s problem since all gear was provided. Food was good. Highly recommended.
Guest User
April 28, 2025
Our stay was a memorable one. Though room looks compact but spacious enough - we had everything we needed and the social areas were comfortable Staff were friendly and Courteous. They served us with a smile and always happy to help. It was a pleasure to share Tamil and Sinhalese New Year here, share gifts and traditional foods. Meals were plentiful and variable. We enjoyed the waterfall trek and night walk with in-house Naturalist Jagath who showed enthusiasm and shared his knowledge of the rainforest, special thanks to Tami at Sales Dept
Guest User
March 16, 2025
Een fantastische ervaring om hier enkele nachten te verblijven en overdag een of meer trails te lopen door het prachtige regenwoud. De Ecolodge is in het regenwoud. Bij aankomst aan de rand van het regenwoud word je opgehaald door een terreinwagen en rijd je een uur over een smalle bergweg naar boven naar de ingang van het Ecolodge park. Je bagage wordt naar je lodge gebracht en er staat een welkomstdrankje voor je klaar. De lodges zijn van buiten eenvoudig maar van binnen luxe: voorzien van uitstekende bedden met grote ramen die uitkijken op het regenwoud. Er is een ruime zithoek, een ruime luxe badkamer, een fijn balkon, vers water in glazen flessen, koffie en thee. Het eten is heel goed en betaalbaar en er is een ruime keuze aan gerechten zowel voor het ontbijt als lunch en diner. Het personeel is ontzettend vriendelijk en behulpzaam. Ter plekke kun je de diverse trails boeken bij de receptie. Met een deskundige gids ga je vervolgens in een kleine groep het enorme dichtbegroeide regenwoud in. Wat een belevenis is dat. Er is een vroege ochtendwandeling van ca. 2 uur om vogels te spotten, er zijn diverse trails van ca. 3-4 uur in de ochtend en de middag en zelfs een avondwandeling. De kosten voor de wandeling zijn heel redelijk omdat je ter plekke boekt en niet via een tussenpersoon. Mijn tip is om de gids een fooi te geven omdat ze werken voor een basissalaris. Op de tijden dat je niet met een trail in het regenwoud bent is de rust hier weldadig en ongekend. Behalve geluid van de natuur hoor je hier niks, niks, niks. En ‘s nachts is het heerlijk donker. Absolute aanrader!
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Guest User
March 10, 2025
We stayed here for one night as part of a tour. First off, the one hour jeep drive to get to the lodge is quite the journey, a rough road up a steep hill with hairpin bends and no safety barriers. Not for nervous passengers. However, the views are stunning. We were welcomed to the lodge and taken along a steep, uneven path to our container accommodation. It was clean but basic, the upgrades which are in progress are definitely needed. The saloon doors to the bathroom afford little privacy, they definitely need a rethink. The bed was comfortable. However, the location of the room is stunning with all the sounds of the rainforest around you. We saw lots of rare birds on the early morning walk with the resident guide who was really good, it was what the trip was all about. The evening meal was of an amazing standard, one of the best meals we had in Sri Lanka. Quite how they managed to provide a fine dining experience in the middle of nowhere is a mystery! No alcohol is available here.
Guest User
March 5, 2025
Anfahrt mit abenteuerlichen ausrangierten Jeeps dauerte für 8 km eine Stunde. Diese war eine extreme Belastungsprobe für die Bandscheiben. Container tagsüber sehr heiß und nachts eiskalt, dafür dreckig und voller Leben, Ungeziefer auch in den Betten. Wege zu den Containern sind voller Stolperfallen. Nachts sehr dunkel, da die meisten Lampen nicht funktionieren. Pirsch mit Ranger durch das Unterholz war enttäuschend, weder Vögel ect. ., dafür Blutegel ohne Ende. Lodge hat anscheinend keine Alkohollizenz, wer Bier oder Wein möchte muss es selbst mitbringen. Dies war mit Abstand die schlechteste Unterkunft unserer Sri Lanka Reise. Hatten noch Glück mit dem Wetter, weder Regen noch Nebel.
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Guest User
February 18, 2025
Sehr schön mitten im Regenwald trotzdem bietet die lodge jeden comfort sehr gutes Essen und super Service. Die angebotenen Wanderung Morning Walk und die Wasserfall Route mit Bad in einer Gumpe waren sehr interessant und sind sehr zu empfehlen!
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Guest User
February 2, 2025
We stayed for 3 nights and enjoyed our retreat into the rainforest. On Day 1 after a long slow drive, we weren’t prepared for the 10 km 4 wheel drive journey up from Deniyaya as well as the fairly functional standard of accommodation awaiting us within the repurposed shipping containers. On Day 2, after an early morning bird watching walk followed by hearty breakfast (sri lankan or western), we began to relax, taking in the amazing views from the lodge and looking forward to a further walk around the rainforest and listening to sounds all around. By Day 3, and after a 3 hour nature trek in the heart of the rainforest, we really understood what a gem this place is and learned and observed so much flora and fauna. Staff were all very kind and attentive including the nature guides who were knowledgeable and safety conscious. Meals in the most were good, breakfasts, soups & sandwiches especially. Some of the interpretations of western main course dishes were a little strange and management received our comments on this very positively. Sri Lankan options were consistently good. A programme of renovation of the container rooms is underway which will make them more comfortable but meanwhile staff have to balance this with the need to keep the lodge running which is very important. Recommendation stay more than one night & give yourself time to settle in, relax and enjoy the nature.
Guest User
January 28, 2025
The hotel is situated high up in the rainforest. The accommodation is basic but clean and the food was satisfactory. However, the highlight for us was our fantastic nature guide Shantha. The afternoon we arrived he led us on a nearly 3 hour trek through the forest explaining its ecosystems and flora. He has vast knowledge and took his time to explain and took pains to seek confirmation that we had understood. He walked at a gentle pace eventually stopping at a plateau to view the rainforest around us, and to breathe the cleansing air. The following morning we went on a bird safari where he expertly spotted the birds hidden in the trees and showed us the best place to view them. We saw many species, some rarities as well as a giant squirrel and leaf monkeys. Shantha’s love and respect for nature shines through and I would highly recommend asking for him to be your guide if you are here.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Hiking
Private parking
Additional charge
EV charging station
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Car rentals
Currency exchange
Wake-up call
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Additional charge
Car charging facilities
Transportation
Car rentals
Shuttle service
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
Currency exchange
Safe at front desk
Wake-up call
24-hour front desk
Languages Spoken
English
Food & Drink
Lobby bar
Health & Wellness
Hiking
Mountain biking
Activities
Eco tours
Public Areas
No smoking in public areas
Picnic area
Garden
Cleaning Services
Clothes dryer
Facilities for Children
Children's meals available
Safety & Security
First aid room
CCTV in public areas
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Smoke detector
Intruder alarm
Security personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 14:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children are not permitted to stay in this room type.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
TypeWestern, American, Asian, Halal, Vegetarian
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Managed by a Private Host
This property is managed by a private host. A private host refers to a party who rents one or more properties for purposes not related to their trade, business, or profession.
Property Description
- Opened: 2002
- Number of Rooms: 16
This luxury lodge is 13.2 mi (21.3 km) from Sinharaja Forest Reserve and 26.2 mi (42.2 km) from Maduwanwela Walawwa.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this Art Deco lodge include complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.
At The Rainforest Ecolodge, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 guestrooms featuring minibars. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is available. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this Art Deco lodge include complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.
At The Rainforest Ecolodge, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 guestrooms featuring minibars. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is available. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.