Located on a division of the Enselwatte Tea Estate, The Rainforest Ecolodge offers accommodation with a private bathroom surrounded by a forest habitat. It features an observation desk, lounge and restaurant.
The tea estate borders the South-eastern side of the Sinharaja Rainforest. Matara city is a 1.5-hour drive away while Colombo city is a 4.5-hour from the Southern Expressway. It takes 5.5 hours to travel from Bandaranaike International Airport.
Boasting a balcony with mountain views, each bungalow includes a sofa, safe and tea/coffee making facilities. Private bathroom comes with a hot and cold shower and hairdryer.
The Rainforest Ecolodge offers tours and provides safety deposit boxes at its 12-hour reception.
Sri Lankan and International dishes are served at the ecolodge’s restaurant, which also has a bar.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.
This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.2
Location
9.7
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Guests who stayed here loved
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Fiona
United Kingdom
“A unique experience in the heart of the rainforest. Our room had exceptional views on all sides, was modern and clean with big comfy beds. As you’d expect in a rainforest, it was cloudy and damp at times, but we really got to immerse ourselves in...”
Dilki
South Korea
“The property offers a rustic charm, though some areas could use a bit of maintenance as they appear rusty and stainable. The environment is peaceful, and the presence of animals adds to the natural ambiance. The food was excellent, with a great...”
A
Canada
“Everything was perfect! Friendly staff, tasty food and comfortable room made my stay very relaxing and comfortable. Night trail and Bird watching was very adventurous.
Honestly do not have enough words to describe the beauty of the...”
Mallikarachchi
United States
“With its lovely location close to the Sinharaja Forest Reserve, The Rainforest Ecolodge surely is a great destination for all nature lovers to explore the World Heritage Site along with the guides, who are very courteous and informative. In...”
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Adrienne
Netherlands
“De heerlijke locatie midden in de natuur en toch voorzien van alle faciliteiten, de deskundigheid van de gidsen en de vriendelijkheid van het personeel”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
Blue magpie
Cuisine
American • Indian • Local • Asian • International
Open for
Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner • High tea
Ambiance
Family friendly
Dietary options
Halal • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
The Rainforest Ecolodge - Sinharaja with Shuttle Service from Car Park takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
US$15 per person, per night
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note that guests need to inform the property about their arrival at least 3 hours prior.
Please note that the property offers jungle trail at USD 15 per person.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform The Rainforest Ecolodge - Sinharaja with Shuttle Service from Car Park in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
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