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The Rainforest Ecolodge

Kotapola, Matara

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Guests Like the LocationThe location was rated 4.3 by the guests who stayed here.

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4.2/5

GoodFrom 12 reviews

5.0/526 Oct 2022

Overall, this was a great experience to stay at this beautiful property. The location is also great. The hotel staff is very friendly and the room size is reasonable and the food is fantastic.

5.0/55 Mar 2020

Simon • Couple Trip

Toted as being one of the most remote hotels in SL the hotel did not disappoint. Fabulous location and well run for such a remote site. You certainly got a sense of the rainforest by the time you got there. Our container was comfortable and the bar and dinning rooms spacious. As vegetarians we were a little bored with curry and rice yet again but it was nice not to have to face another buffet dinner as dinner was served to you. My only qualm was that it took an hour 15 mins to cover the final 8.8km in a normal (sedan) car which really isn’t suitable for such a narrow and precipitous drive up. I emailed the hotel through their contact form a few days earlier to see if we cld arrange a Jeep transfer but got no response. Our driver phoned the day before and was told no such facility was available and the drive up wld be fine. It wasn’t and it was stressful. We got out of the car twice as it failed to gain traction on loose stones. And then on arrival found out there was a jeep facility. So my advice or to check this option out when booking. Despite this we enjoyed our stay once we regained our composure!

5.0/58 Mar 2017

Florence • Couple Trip

Amazing experience in this first class eco-lodge. Rooms are in the forest and the view is amazing! The change of scenery is guaranteed and the staff is wonderful! Very interesting walks in the rainforest are organised!

4.6/518 Aug 2022

Highly recommended. Totally worth it to stay in this place. I can't wait to return to this stunning location. This place is a fantastic place to stay surrounded by nature. It's incredibly soothing to wake up to the sound of exotic birds chirping and to walk to the dining area for breakfast through the tea trees and natural rock. The food is offered at 1100 and has a good selection. I thoroughly enjoyed the journey through the Sinharaja forest, listening to the wonderful guide explaining the rare trees, insects, and animals on the journey. The waterfall, where you get free fish treatment, is the icing on the cake. The view is like something out of the heavens.

4.4/513 Sep 2023

My two nights in the low season and during the economic crisis were the sole guests along with my guide, and I sincerely hope that this crisis will go away quickly and that more tourists will return to this amazing location. I highly recommend this location for birdwatchers, nature lovers, or anyone looking for a lovely, peaceful, and incredibly relaxing getaway. I've never seen such a stunning lodge in the midst of a national park, in such a scenic location! The cabins and the major structure both offer breathtaking views. In my experience, the surrounding forest is excellent for wildlife watching and birdwatching because, particularly from my balcony, I saw many birds, geckos, and monkeys that are unique to Sri Lanka. I was able to go to the forest at night to witness an incredible frog concert, and the staff was really helpful, the food was excellent, and the cabins were elegant, well-designed, and spotless. I was the only guest, along with my guide, during the low season and during the economic crisis. I sincerely hope that this crisis will be resolved quickly, and more people will return to this incredible location.

4.4/519 Aug 2022

We had the greatest time viewing wildlife at this location during our trip. We are alive with wonderful images and memories from our time here. I wished they had told us that our touring vehicle, not a wheel drive, was not appropriate for the uphill climb. I wasn't certain we would make it. We weren't prepared at all, but I didn't. The trip up the mountain to this location was undoubtedly hard, and I did wish they had informed us that our touring vehicle, not a wheel drive, was not appropriate for up the mountain. In fact, our guide was sent back down the slope with our vehicle and after a two night stay, we were eventually taken to the bottom using an ecolodage vehicle because our vehicle wasn't appropriate for the steep slope or the slippery bumpy rocky roads. But it all went well. Here was excellent wildlife viewing. It was fantastic, from the jay that perched on our patio railing to the hike to the waterfall to the night walk. It was pleasing to learn that lords nestled deep in the soil at night genuinely just saw its eyes shining back at us, and it was nice to find that they are in these forests. There was a lot of wildlife to be seen on the way to the waterfall, and the fish sneezing on our toes was very ticklish and more than my feet

4.0/517 Jan 2025

Maria • Couple Trip

Egentligen ett riktigt coolt ställe. men med svenska kronans värde gentemot dollarn så blir det väldigt dyrt. Bodde bara en natt, men bra mat, god frukost, trevlig personal och trevlig promenad i regnskogen med en guide som kunde och hörde alla djur.

4.0/52 Feb 2023

We went there on our family trip and were overjoyed. The hotel staff was the friendliest and most welcoming people ever. They were very attentive to our needs and tried to provide us with the best service possible. They made us feel at home. The meals were also extra ordinary. Rice curry, Sri Lankan food, and Western food were all available and all of it was so tasty. Food was tailored to Sri Lankan taste with a modern touch. Hats off to the chef! The rooms are made from container boxes and the experience was good. The rooms were clean, clean, and comfortable. There were several forest trekking packages provided by the hotel. A guide was provided from the hotel and he gave us a very good trekking experience. He didn't rush us, and it was a peaceful and comfortable trek. We are extremely happy with our stay at the rainforest ecology. We will definitely go there again!.

4.0/521 Feb 2020

ANGELA • Family Trip

Everything is nice about the stay except at check-out when I was asked to pay for the rooms I had already paid. Even showing the receipt did not help. They process delayed our departure by another 30 minutes. I checked my bank statement and was indeed charged for the first time when I made the booking. Then I received statement that Ecolodge's bill came. I had to write to both hotels.com and Ecolodge about it. It is inconvenient to say the least.

3.0/513 Jan 2017

paul • Family Trip

The concept of this Eco-Lodge is great - converted shipping containers set in the rainforest with wildlife immediately outside. It is a real shame though that we don't have much positive things to say...... In general the hotel takes advantage of the fact that you are so isolated - the half board option is almost completely necessary but very over priced and includes no drinks whatsoever - not even water. The treks around the rainforest are ok - but you aren't able to go without a guide and the hotel runs these only twice a day.....they also tried to charge us $10USD per person for a 20 min walk down to the waterfall. The staff are all pleasant enough and it is not really their fault that it is managed more like a school camp than a high end eco-lodge - which the price per room suggests that it is. Other than the walks there is literally nothing to do - they suggest that playing any sort of music in the bar will disturb the animals - I think the animals are as bored as the people staying there because as soon as they did hear some music they were out in force!! The food itself is quite nice and well prepared but there is just no choices.

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Enselwatte Road, Viharahena, Sinharaja Rainforest, Kotapola, LK

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Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in2:00 PM-11:00 PM

Check-out11:00

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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

The front desk is open daily from 2 PM - 11 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

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No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

About The Rainforest Ecolodge

The Rainforest Ecolodge Location
This luxury lodge is 13.2 mi (21.3 km) from Sinharaja Forest Reserve and 26.2 mi (42.2 km) from Maduwanwela Walawwa.

The Rainforest Ecolodge Facility and Service
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.

The Rainforest Ecolodge Rooms
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.

Restaurant and Cafe
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.

Room Type and Price

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 - Thu, 16 Jul 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children