Rainforest Nest

Hotels
9.9 (210 reviews)
Olimullahena Mederipitiya Dombagoda Rd , Deniyaya , lk

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Parking
BBQ facilities
Safety deposit box
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Grocery deliveries
Allergy-free room
Kid meals
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional service from the hosts
Beautiful location and amazing experiences
Cons:
Minor issue with the shower being outdated

Categories

Cleanliness
9.8
The rooms were clean, as mentioned in multiple reviews.
Service
10
Outstanding service from Saman and his family, as highlighted in several reviews.
Location
10
Beautiful location in the rainforest praised across reviews.
Room Quality
9.8
Rooms were described as clean and having breathtaking views.
Amenities
9.8
Amenities such as guided tours and meals were well-received.
Value for Money
9.8
Guests felt they received great value considering the quality of service.
Food and Beverage
10
Meals prepared by Umesha received high praise from guests.
Overall Experience
10
Guests had unforgettable experiences, with many planning to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 12:25

Property Description

Luxurious Garden Setting:
Nestled in Deniyaya, Rainforest Nest offers a serene escape with a lush garden and a sun terrace. The perfect setting for relaxation and tranquility.

Modern Amenities:
Each room at Rainforest Nest is thoughtfully designed with a kettle, flat-screen TV, private bathroom, and a balcony boasting stunning mountain views. Comfort and convenience at its finest.

Adventure Awaits:
For the adventurous souls, Rainforest Nest is the ideal base for diving and fishing excursions in Deniyaya. Explore the wonders of the area and create unforgettable memories.

Experience the beauty of Rainforest Nest - book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Managed by a private host

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 01:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.9
Based on 210 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.8
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.8
Amenities: 9.8
Value for Money: 9.8
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 10
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Vladimir • solo_traveller • lk
10
Lovely one night stay
Pros:

Very friendly owners. Agreed to provide everything I needed. Were happy to help all the time

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Super nah am Regenwaldeingang, sehr entspannte, familiäre Atmosphäre, herzlicher Empfang, hilfsbereit und flexibel

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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ARNAUD • couple • fr
10
Pros:

Emplacement magique, les hôtes sont vraiment très agréables et feront tout pour vous aider pour tout.

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Kate • family_with_children • gb
10
Fabulous, memory making and well worth a visit if you can make it to Sri Lanka
Pros:

The location was excellent for day and night hikes in and around the forest.
Saman and Umesha are wonderful hosts, very kind, thoughtful and hugely knowledgable about the area.

We did a night hike and Saman showed us snakes, lizards, scorpion, frogs and other insects and bugs.

The following day am we did a wonderful walk to the waterfall for a scenic swim, exploring the rai forest on our way, this time seeing more snakes, millipedes, monkeys and an owl.

We went with our 10 year old sons and it was wonderful for young and old!

Umesha is the most wonderful cook and provides the most delicious meals for all to enjoy.

I could not recommend Rainforest Nest high enough.

Cons:

Nothing, it was all fabulous.

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Brigitte • couple • ch
10
Beautiful haven of hospitality with fantastic tours
Pros:

We loved everything.
The beautiful location in the middle of nature. Sitting on our balcony, with its view into the rice paddies, we could see so much wildlife already.
Room and bed were very comfortable.
It was very quiet.
We ate all our meals there, and everything tasted great and was prepared with love.
The tours with Saman were fantastic, we saw so much. He so often was the one who pointed out animals to other guides, who had walked right past them. He was knowledgeable and passionate.
But what really made this place special was the loving hospitality of Saman and Umesha, who did absolutely everything to make sure we had a perfect stay. Feeling at home might be a cliche, but here it was absolutely true. Rarely have we been as sad to leave a place.

Cons:

There was some mold in the bathroom, but in this climate that is almost impossible to avoid and did not bother us at all.

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Christian • extended_group • de
10
2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Maya • couple • ca
10
Thank you so much for having us!
Pros:

Incredible stay!! The hosts were so lovely and organized everything for us with ease. The food was delicious. The tour was awesome. He gave us so much information about the wildlife and vegetation and answered any questions we had. The room was very clean and had a beautiful view from the front porch. I would recommend this place to anyone.

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Hayden • family_with_children • au
10
2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Adam • couple • gb
9
Amazing views and rainforest walk
Pros:

Amazing views, great food and lovely hosts who providing an excellent rainforest tour

Cons:

Only downside is no aircon but there is a fan

2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
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Urs • solo_traveller • ch
10
Ein Juwel zwischen Reisfeldern und Regenwald.
Pros:

Ein Juwel zwischen Reisfeldern und Regenwald.
Hier stimmt einfach alles. Angefangen bei den Gastgebern Umesha und Saman, der wunderschönen Lage, der hübschen und sehr sauberen Bungalows bis zu dem feinen essen und der wirklich top Führung durch Samed dur den Regenwald. Am Schluss habe ich von Umesha noch ein Stück Aloa vera Pflanze zurBehandlung einer juckenden Hautstelle und obendrauf ein Babypflänzchen davon für zu Hause. Und der ganze Aufenthalt zu einem aussergewöhnlich guten Preisleistungsverhältnis. Herzlichen Dank!!

Cons:

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2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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vaclav • family_with_children • cz
10
Best place in Sri Lanka
Pros:

The best place we stayed on Sri Lanka. Beautiful quiet location, amazing view right from the bed. The cottage is really comfotarble, with great attention to details. What is best is the host family, Saman and his wife made my family feel like at home. Great forest and night village tour with Saman, we have seen and learn so much. I can highly recommend!

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Chantelle • couple • gb
10
Pros:

We stayed here for 3 nights and had an amazing time. The hosts are so welcoming - they made their home feel like ours 😊The location is PERFECT and staying here was the highlight of our 12 day trip... We really missed the noises of the rainforest once we moved onto Tangalle.

Cons:

The only thing we can think of is that we thought there was a menu of food to choose from for tea. However, the food was delicious, fresh, and home cooked.

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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adriaan • couple • nl
10
Pros:

Amazing tour in the rainforest, very kind host which made us dinner and nice breakfast and lunch during the tour. Saw some amazing animals, in doubt book it and it will become a highlight on your trip

Cons:

No air conditioning

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Yushi • couple • jp
8
2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Karin • couple • nl
10
Pros:

Het is een mooie accomodatie op een prachtige plek met een geweldig uitzicht. We werden warm onthaald en de gastheer Saman en zijn vrouw Umesha deden hun uiterste best voor ons. Ook de wandelsafari door het regenwoud met Saman was voortreffelijk. Hij liet ons heel veel dieren zien die wij niet hadden opgemerkt. Het is een uitstekende gids. De avondwandeling met hem is ook een aanrader!

Cons:

Helemaal niets.

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Ethan • couple • gb
10
Perfect rainforest stay!
Pros:

Incredible view, spacious and comfortable room, lovely food and the wildlife walks are phenomenal. Umesha and saman are the best hosts!

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • couple • de
10
Pros:

Die Unterkunft befindet sich mitten im Jungel in einem kleinen Dorf. Die Landschaft und die Lage der Unterkunft ist traumhaft schön. So nette und gastfreundliche Gastgeber trifft man nicht immer, aber hier hat man es hier richtig gefühlt dass man willkommen ist. Es sind die besten und die höfflichsten Gastgeber die wir auf unserer Reise durch Sri Lanka getroffen haben. Die Bungalows sind mit Blick auf Reisfelder und Jungel ausgerichtet, einfach wie in einem schönen Bilderbuch. Die Zimmer sind modern, mit allem ausgestattet was man braucht und wlbesonders hervorzuheben ist die Sauberkeit und Ordnung. Die Gastgeberin Umesha hat immer traditionelles Essen zubereitet und es war einfach nur köstlich. Ihr Ehemann Saman führt unterschiedliche Touren durch wie Jungle Wanderung und viele andere. Total spannend und abenteuerlich. Alles in Allem war es für uns der beste Aufenthalt in Sri Lanka.

Cons:

Es gibt einfach nichts was einem nicht gefallen kann.

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Diek1975 • couple • nl
10
Fantastische plek
Pros:

Alles was geweldig. Het huisje, de wandelingen, de lieve familie en het eten.

Cons:

Niets

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Massimo • couple • it
10
Pros:

Proprietari gentilissimi e struttura nuova e impeccabile.
Ottima la cena e la colazione
Tour nella foresta con Saman bellissimo.
Super consigliato

Cons:

Nulla

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Marlene • couple • de
10
Perfekt
Pros:

Alles, es hat wirklich alles gestimmt und wir haben uns wie zuhause gefühlt, können es nicht erwarten wiederzukommen!! Auch die Tour durch den Regenwald hätte nicht besser sein können! Es gibt nichts was wir verbessern wollen würden!

Cons:

Nichts!!! Alles war super :)

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee