Dolagawa

Hotels
9 (34 reviews)
Block 05, Kiriweldola Watta, Hingurahena Road, Kiriweldola - Keeriwalagama Road, , Deniyaya , lk

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Free wired internet
Self parking (surcharge)
Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location
Friendly staff
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Communication issues
Room quality inconsistent

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
Some issues mentioned with basic room quality; standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.75
The staff is described as extremely friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.25
The location is praised for its beautiful surroundings.
Room Quality
8.25
Some rooms are described as basic and old.
Amenities
9.25
Great amenities mentioned including pool, river access, and beautiful views.
Value for Money
9.25
Affordable options for food and drink with good quality.
Food and Beverage
8.75
Food was described as delicious but opinions varied on some meals.
Overall Experience
9.25
Overall a wonderful experience with beautiful surroundings and friendly service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 12:14

Property Description

Escape to Paradise at Dolagawa

Luxurious Outdoor Pool and Garden Oasis
Indulge in the serene outdoor swimming pool and lush garden at Dolagawa. Relax and unwind in the midst of nature, surrounded by tranquility.

Culinary Delights and Free Shuttle Service
Savor delectable dishes at the on-site restaurant or explore local flavors. Enjoy the convenience of complimentary airport shuttle service, ensuring a stress-free arrival and departure.

Balcony Views and Free WiFi
Each room at Dolagawa offers a private balcony, perfect for enjoying the scenic views. Stay connected with loved ones using the free WiFi provided throughout the property.

Experience luxury and comfort at Dolagawa - book your stay now!

Important information:

Managed by a private host

Check-in and check-out hours:

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 34 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.25
Amenities: 9.25
Value for Money: 9.25
Food and Beverage: 8.75
Overall Experience: 9.25
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Vanessa Helena couple de
9
Pros:

Die Lage ist sehr schön, ruhig direkt am Fluss gelegen. Sie hat zu empfehlen für ein paar ruhige Tage. Essen und Personal war top und alles war sauber.

2026-03-20 via Nuitee
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Nuwandi couple lk
10
Pros:

Friendly staff and good food

2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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Roswitha couple de
10
Tolle Unterkunft!
Pros:

Tolle Unterkunft! Etwas abgelegen,aber wunderschön inmitten der Natur, an einem Fluss,in dem man baden kann. Sehr nette Gastgeber, sie haben uns eine Tour zum Regenwald organisiert. Das Essen war auch vorzüglich. Ein ganz besonderer Aufenthalt!

Cons:

Nichts

2026-03-05 via Nuitee
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Anita Franka extended_group de
10
2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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Nicole couple nl
10
Hoogtepunt van onze reis!
Pros:

Alles! Echt, als je naar Sinharaja Rainforest wil; boek hier je verblijf. De locatie is top juist omdat je niet dichtbij alle andere resorts zit. En alsnog op 20minuten afstand van de ingang van het regenwoud. Het voelt heel privé aan, prachtige omgeving. De eigenaar is super vriendelijk. We hadden een pakket via hun gedaan voor een tour door Sinharaja Forest. Alles keurig goed geregeld. Super prijs kwaliteit verhouding, ik vond het verblijf eigenlijk nog veel mooier dan verwacht.
Ik baal dat we er maar 1 nacht waren.
Echt een aanrader dit. Ik denk wel een hoogtepunt van onze reis in Sri Lanka :-).

Cons:

Niets! Wel een tip voor als je hier boekt; neem oordoppen mee. Je zit aan een rivier wat aardig hard stroomt. Overigens géén last van muggen.

2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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Chantal Marilène couple nl
8
Mooie ligging
Pros:

De ligging van de accommodatie is erg mooi, met name vanwege de natuur die de accommodatie omringd. Naar de ingang van Sinharaja regenwoud is het ongeveer 20 minuten rijden met de tuktuk.

Cons:

Het personeel was erg vriendelijk, maar kunnen niet allemaal even goed Engels

2025-09-18 via Nuitee
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Fenna family_with_children nl
9
Heerlijk!
Pros:

Wat een bijzondere locatie! We zaten in de familiekamer, wat eigenlijk een hele verdieping is. Vanaf het balkon kijk je uit over de rivier en het dorp. Je hebt echt een kijkje in het dorpsleven in Sri Lanka. Het personeel is heel erg vriendelijk. En natuurlijk dichtbij het regenwoud, dat was een hele bijzondere ervaring! Bij de accommodatie regelen ze een gids voor je.

2025-09-03 via Nuitee
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friederike extended_group de
10
Pros:

Wir haben 3 Nächte gebucht und hatten eine super Zeit.

Die Unterkunft ist fantastisch. Tolle Aussicht, schöner Pool. Baden im Fluss ist ebenfalls möglich.
Das 4 Bettzimmer oben hat 3 riesige Terrassen und ist sehr sehr groß.
Das Essen war super lecker.
Der empfohlene Fahrer der Unterkunft war auch großartig.
Die vorab bestellte Torte war ebenfalls lecker und pünktlich zur Stelle.

2025-09-02 via Nuitee
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Flemming Monberg solo_traveller dk
5
Pros:

Ligger godt til en flod

Cons:

Svært at kommunikere - jeg var den eneste der - værelset var alt for stort og uden charme

2025-08-31 via Nuitee
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julia family_with_children de
10
Welcome to rain forest paradise.
Pros:

Best hotel of 6 in our entire trip. The area is amazing, the view is breathtaking. One can swim in the pool or in the river just outside the garden. The staff is extremely friendly, they have a sweet dog, fresh maracujas and lizards, warans and beautiful birds to give you the right jungle vibe. The water is warm, WiFi sometimes a little shaky but overall good. We will definitely come again!

Cons:

Plan some time to find it, it is a hidden treasure

2025-08-28 via Nuitee
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Wessel couple nl
6
Een mooie uitvalsbasis voor een tocht door het regenwoud. Heb verder geen hoogdravende verwachtingen
Pros:

Het hartelijke en vriendelijke ontvangst. Het uitzicht op de rivier was super! Een mooie rustige locatie dicht bij het regenwoud.

Cons:

Het diner was matig. De kamer was basic en oud.

2025-08-26 via Nuitee
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Yang_cn family_with_children cn
9
位置偏僻但环境优美
Pros:

位于大自然内,周围是森林和溪流,环境优美。二楼房间的三面阳台可以360度观赏这些景色。而且阳台上的吊床和躺椅等设施非常舒服。住宿的工作人员非常热情和友好。早餐丰盛,晚餐价格实惠。

Cons:

地点略微偏远不太好找,周围几乎没有其他商店或者餐厅。不能使用信用卡,一楼的小双人间和二楼的家庭间差的实在太多了

2025-08-05 via Nuitee
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Devon Leal's family_with_children gb
9
Relaxing, gorgeous accommodation.
Pros:

Loved the location, outside space was amazing for relaxing, swimming in the pool and in the river.
Family room is very big with lots of space.
Food was yummy they were really good catering to our tastes.

Cons:

it would have been more comfortable with air conditioning, or more fans.

2025-07-21 via Nuitee
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Patrycja couple pl
8
2025-07-16 via Nuitee
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Lizet family_with_children nl
9
Pros:

Prachtig grote ruimte, zowel binnen als buiten

Cons:

De locatie is moeilijk te vinden, de Google maps locatie klopt niet

2025-07-11 via Nuitee
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Victoria family with young children nz
6
Great location, but could use some work to make it worth the money
Pros:

The location is stunning - right on the river and surrounded by jungle. We went for a dip in the river in the morning which was fabulous. The property has a rustic charm with lots of swinging chairs. Dinner and breakfast were simple but OK.

Cons:

Communication before our arrival was not great. Property is tired and also a little bare - could use some upkeep and some decorating (a few ornaments/pictures etc). No toiletries in the bathroom - not even soap. We used all 3 rooms, and in the family room our bed had a mozzie net and a fan, but my son's bed had no mozzie net and no fan. There are mozzies around, so this wasn't ideal. We're glad we stayed here because of the beautiful location, but value for money is not great considering the state of the property.

2025-04-25 via Nuitee
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Katie family with young children gb
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Amazing location, the views are out of this world! Highly recommend a stay in this place. Huge room, which was really clean and fabulous staff!

Cons:

Nothing.

2025-04-15 via Nuitee
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Nalinda young couple lk
10
Wonderful rainforest experience
Pros:

We had a wonderful experience staying at Dolagawa, nestled in the heart of the rainforest. The property is surrounded by lush tea fields, a serene stream, and an abundance of nature, making it the perfect getaway for relaxation and tranquility.

The family room we stayed in was comfortable and well-suited for our needs. The atmosphere was peaceful, allowing us to truly unwind and enjoy the natural beauty around us.

One of the highlights of our stay was the delicious home-cooked meals—fresh, flavorful, and prepared with care. The hospitality was exceptional, with friendly staff and a welcoming owner who made sure we felt at home throughout our visit.

If you’re looking for a place to relax and reconnect with nature, Dolagawa is the ideal retreat. Highly recommended!

2025-03-26 via Nuitee
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Kuzdzal group pl
9
Fantastic place in the middle of jungle
Pros:

This is fantastic place in the middle of jungle. You can swim in the river just in front of it. We had big, spacy appartment on a first floor. The view from tarrace is breath taking. Silence, nature, everything. And very polite and helpful stuff.

2025-02-23 via Nuitee
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Edward young couple gb
10
Best stay in all our time in Sri Lanka!
Pros:

This was the best stay we had in all our time in Sri Lanka. Dolagawa Eco Resort is in a very rural location (but still easily accessible with a car/tuktuk driver and google maps) and is completely surrounded by nature. We were lucky enough to have the place to ourselves when we stayed, so a very peaceful and serene environment! The hosts were on hand when required and served us with Sri Lankan tea, great breakfasts and other good value delicious food. The vegetarian curry was excellent and well presented. The hosts also helped arrange our trip to Sinharaja Rainforest with a knowledgeable local guide. There are no shops, banks or restaurants locally but that is the alure of this place! The view from our balcony, overlooking the pool, forest clad river and waterfalls was amazing, and just a short walk down to explore and swim! At check out, our hosts ensured our easy onward journey by giving us a lift to the local town (Deniyaya) where tuktuks, taxi's and busses can be easily found.
10/10 for everything.

2025-02-17 via Nuitee