Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Swimming pool
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Ironing service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Adorable rooms
Great activities
Cons:
High restaurant prices
Limited treatment staff in off-season

Categories

Cleanliness
8.83
Rooms are very comfortable and pools are clean and good temperature.
Service
9.8
Staff were amazing, extraordinarily friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.34
Amazing rural location, completely surrounded by nature.
Room Quality
9.09
Our room was adorable with attention to detail.
Amenities
8.32
Good amenities though some restrictions in off-season.
Value for Money
8.68
Fair prices for activities and accommodation considering the quality.
Food and Beverage
7.83
Food was good but prices at restaurant were perceived as high.
Overall Experience
9.3
A place to relax and connect with nature.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 12:27

Property Description

Tranquil Oasis in Ginigathena
Elevate your stay at Arsulana Eco Lodge & Spa with these top amenities:

Serene Outdoor Setting: Take a dip in the refreshing outdoor pool or stroll through the lush garden.

Comfortable Accommodations: Unwind in rooms featuring cozy beds, private patios, and garden views.

Exciting Activities: Enjoy a game of billiards or indulge in some fishing in the nearby area.

Immerse yourself in nature's beauty at Arsulana Eco Lodge & Spa — book now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children ages 1 and older are allowed.
    Children from 1 year old to 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 12 years old stay for US$40 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 13 years old to 17 years old stay for US$60 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 114 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.83
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.34
Room Quality: 9.09
Amenities: 8.32
Value for Money: 8.68
Food and Beverage: 7.83
Overall Experience: 9.3
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Chester • couple • lk
8
Our stay was extremely comfortable and refreshing. Very seenic property and quiet. Extreemly friendly staff, with great
Pros:

Seenic and comfortable

Cons:

Everything was pleasant and nice. Staff and food excellent

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Ella • couple • au
8
Lovely place to relax
Pros:

Loved the room and pool

Cons:

Wasn't a fan of some of the currys, maybe just not to my taste.

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Zoë • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Accueil avec la cérémonie, piscine, massages, personnel

Cons:

Petites portions au moment des repas

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Kularatna • solo_traveller • lk
10
Pros:

Professional staff, good food. Well thought process and management.

Cons:

It would have been nice to have room service.

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Courcimeaux • family_with_children • fr
10
Magnifique séjour.
Pros:

Un accueil super qui nous met tout de suite dans une atmosphère particulière. Le personnel est d'une gentillesse, toujours aux petits soins. Le cadre est magnifique, c'est parfait pour déconnecter quelques jours. Les chambres sont belles et confortables, la nourriture est bonne.
Merci pour ce merveilleux séjour !

Cons:

L'emplacement est assez isolé,, il est difficile de se déplacer quand on n'a pas de voiture. On aurait aussi apprécié la climatisation dans la chambre.

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Julia • family_with_children • de
10
Pros:

Unser Aufenthalt hier war sehr schön! Alle Mitarbeitenden waren sehr zuvorkommend und haben sich toll um uns gekümmert. Wir haben viele Aktivitäten unternommen und unser Guide war sehr freundlich.
Die Villa war sehr komfortabel und auch das Essen war sehr lecker. Wir haben ein paar Überraschungen genießen dürfen, für die wir sehr dankbar sind.

Cons:

Die Massage war leider nicht ganz nach unserem Geschmack.

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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A ismail LLB A.Inst.PaUK • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

The location and the staff performance

Cons:

Price was higher than the other local ones who are similar

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Karunaharan • couple • ca
10
Live in nature!
Pros:

The whole concept of nesting the villas and rooms in this natural environment. Not only the property is beautifully constructed but it is also well maintained. In addition the property has a beautiful love story from the colonial times!

Cons:

Nothing I can complain about this property

2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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Sihem • couple • ae
10
Pros:

I stayed one night with my mother, and the experience was truly incredible, the place has such a unique historical charm that made our stay even more special.

The warm welcome from Mr. Nuwan was unforgettable, and I have to mention the two wonderful waitresses, Ms. Rashmika and Ms. Kasuni, who made sure everything was perfect for us.
Even though it was just me and my mom, we never felt alone we felt completely at home. I will definitely be coming back next time with my friends 🤍

2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Lauren • extended_group • gb
8
Pros:

Stunning property, beautiful 2 bed villa with an amazing view. Location was good for Aberdeen waterfall, white water rafting and Adams peak.
Staff were friendly.
Food was delicious.
Lots of activities to do from the property.
Good yoga.
Upon arrival we had a Lovely arrival ceremony. Tea and a blessed bracelet.
If booking a taxi be very specific with the time you want as they booked it later than asked because they wanted us to relax. But they did book for us.

Cons:

No mention online of property being alcohol free. They said it was a Buddhist property when we got there but there’s is no mention of this so they did expect us to adhere to these rules e.g when doing Adam’s peak no eating meat before. Would have been good to know before booking. They also don’t serve beef of pork. However, there are these options in the menu so it’s out of date. They wanted us to pick our meals at the meal before everytime which was a bit annoying because we didn’t know what we wanted.
Didn’t have a lot of what was on the menu- only fruit juice or water, my mum is gluten free and they wouldn’t let her have hoppers for breakfast when it’s on the dinner menu.
No female masseuse and not told before getting one.

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Adriana Cornelia • couple • de
10
Hier hat alles perfekt gepasst.
Pros:

Bei der Begrüßung hat uns Nuwan mit einer Sinnesreise empfangen, was den Empfang sehr herzlich und besonders gemacht hat. Der Service war super freundlich und zuvorkommend und die Lage des Hotels, mitten im Wald war super entspannend. Unser Ausflug zum Laxapane Waterfall war ein Traum und der Fahrer Hashan war super nett und hat mir sogar einen Blumenstrauß selbst gemacht.

Cons:

Es war alles super, keine Verbesserungsvorschläge, nur dass sie mehr Werbung machen sollten für die schöne Lage.

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Claudia • family_with_children • de
10
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Janath • couple • lk
10
Perfect Nature Escape
Pros:

Stayed here for one night and absolutely loved it. The hotel is surrounded by jungle with a river running alongside which makes the setting very peaceful. We only stayed for one night but to really enjoy the full experience, at least two nights would be ideal. The suites closer to the river seem to have the best views. The food was delicious and authentic and the manager was very helpful and guided us throughout our stay. Highly recommended.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Lilan • couple • lk
10
Pros:

We had a wonderful experience at Arsulana Eco Lodge. The food was amazing, and the staff made our visit very special. We went there to celebrate my wife's birthday, and they arranged a beautiful candlelight dinner along with lovely birthday decorations, which was a great surprise.❤️

Our most favorite thing about this place is the location. It is surrounded by peaceful nature, making it a perfect place to relax and unwind. The calm atmosphere and the delicious food made our stay even more enjoyable.

I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a quiet and relaxing getaway, especially for couples who want to spend some quality time together. 😊

Cons:

Everything was perfect, but the floor of the villa is very slippery. It would be better if suitable slippers were provided in the villas for guests’ comfort.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Sally • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

The location is jungle with the river alongside. Located on 3rd floor, room balcony provided excellent view and feel of bring in jungle canopy. Staff very attentive & pleasant. The Aberdeen waterfalls stunning. An additional cost, but well worth it. Discovered owner donates profits to charitable causes, including cancer hospitals. Employs local people. Made the experience a real feel-good.

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Daisy • couple • gb
10
Pros:

One of the best hotel stays I’ve ever had! The surrounding nature and buildings are so beautiful, it is such a peaceful and relaxing environment and everyone who works there is so friendly and helpful, especially Nuwan the manager who arranged everything for me, from meals to yoga to transport. I stayed here for two nights and it was the perfect start to my Sri Lanka travels. The food was incredible, some of the nicest food I’ve ever had, super fresh and authentic Sri Lankan dishes. I did a yoga class which was great and fell asleep every night to the sounds of birds and crickets. You might even see some monkeys! I would highly recommend, no faults whatsoever.

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Dahami • couple • lk
10
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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PJ • couple • ca
10
Pros:

We really appreciated the attention to all the details. The room was very confortable. The staff provided excellent service and were very friendly.

Cons:

Nothing, everything was perfect.

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • couple • at
10
Perfekt zum Abschalten: Alleinlage, Natur, Flussblick und ein rundum herzlicher Service
Pros:

Wir haben fünf Nächte in der Arsulana Eco Lodge verbracht (ursprünglich waren nur vier geplant, aber es hat uns so gut gefallen, dass wir spontan verlängert haben). Die Lodge liegt wunderschön und sehr ruhig inmitten der Natur – die Alleinlage war für uns etwas ganz Besonderes und perfekt zum Abschalten.

Das gesamte Personal war außergewöhnlich freundlich, herzlich und jederzeit hilfsbereit. Man hat sich vom ersten Moment an willkommen gefühlt. Das Essen war sehr lecker und abwechslungsreich. Unser Zimmer war wunderschön, sauber und liebevoll gestaltet, mit einem traumhaften Blick auf den Fluss, in dem man sogar baden konnte.

Es werden auch Ausflüge angeboten. Wir haben einen Ausflug zu einem Wasserfall gemacht, der sehr gut organisiert war und uns ebenfalls sehr gefallen hat.

Insgesamt war die Arsulana Eco Lodge für uns einer der schönsten Aufenthalte während unserer Sri Lanka Reise. Wir würden jederzeit wiederkommen und können diese Unterkunft uneingeschränkt weiterempfehlen.

Cons:

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2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Lee • couple • gb
10
Pros:

The hotel is located in the heart of the Sri Lankan wilderness, and we were completely blown away by this place. Surrounded by nature and wildlife of all kinds, it felt like you were truly living outdoors—while still enjoying five-star accommodation. The staff were incredibly friendly, helpful, and an absolute pleasure to be around.

The food was incredible. From the fresh, delicious fruit served every morning at breakfast to the unbelievably tasty three- or four-course Sri Lankan curries we enjoyed most evenings, every meal was a highlight.

I genuinely can’t recommend this place enough. If you want to escape the chaos of big cities or busy beaches and experience peace, quiet, and tranquility in the heart of the Sri Lankan wilderness, book Arsulana Eco Lodge. You won’t be disappointed!

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee