Reviews of Kaala Kalaththewa Luxury Eco Resort
21, Arunagama, Kurundankulama, Kalaththewa, 50000 Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

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Reviewed: 7 September 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewVery very nice stay. Beautiful treehouse go there if you visiting Anuradhapura.
Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewFantastic tree houdrs, only 3 of them. Lovely pool and nature around the property.
Only wished I had stayed more than 1 night.
We’re so glad you enjoyed our tree houses, pool, and natural surroundings! We’d love to welcome you back for a longer stay next time. Lalani Rathnayake Social Media Manager Kaala kalaththewa resortTeam
Reviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGreat in general. Very nice atmosphere in the middle of nature
Nothing to complain about
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted you enjoyed the natural atmosphere and had a great stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back for another peaceful getaway. Lalani Rathnayake Social Media Manager Kaala Kalaththewa Resort Team
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted you enjoyed the natural atmosphere and had a great stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back for another peaceful getaway. Lalani Rathnayake Social Media Manager Kaala Kalat… Show more
Reviewed: 16 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGreat food. They asked what was required the night before and had it ready at the exact time. Food was very tasty. Minimal waste as it was made to order.
Nothing really. It is a bit far from the cultural sites. It might be difficult to move within Anuradhapura if they depend on public transport
Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted you enjoyed the food. For visiting cultural sites, many guests find it easier to explore with bicycles, tuk-tuks, or safaris that we can help arrange. Hope to see you again! Lalani Rathnayake Social Media Manager Kaala Kalaththewa Resort Team
Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted you enjoyed the food. For visiting cultural sites, many guests find it easier to explore with bicycles, tuk-tuks, or safaris that we can help arrange. Hope to see you again! Lalani Rathnayake … Show more
Reviewed: 9 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe tree house was fabulous - it was so peaceful being surrounded by forest and the sounds of the jungle. There are delightful chickens and roosters running round and one adorable little white pet chicken. The room in the tree house was very comfortable with an en-suite toilet. There is a mosquito net over the bed, which keeps the bugs at bay. One night I had fireflies in my room, which was quite magical. The main bathroom is downstairs and open to the elements. And there is a beautiful swimming pool, which was wonderfully refreshing after a hot day of sightseeing. The food was very good with a lot of variety. There was a problem getting internet connectivity - it would come and go intermittently. Be aware that you need to ask for everything - there is no room cleaning or replacing supplies in the room. We were told it’s because they don’t want to disturb the guests.
Only the vagaries of the WiFi and internet …
Thank you for your lovely review. We’re so glad you enjoyed the peaceful tree house setting, the pool, and the food. We appreciate your feedback on WiFi and service, and we’ll work on improving while keeping the relaxing atmosphere you enjoyed. Lalani Rathnayake Social Media Manager Kaala Kalaththewa Resort Team
Thank you for your lovely review. We’re so glad you enjoyed the peaceful tree house setting, the pool, and the food. We appreciate your feedback on WiFi and service, and we’ll work on improving while keeping the relaxing atmosphere you enjo… Show more
Reviewed: 7 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewQuiet, hidden gem. The staff were so friendly and went out of they way to help
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere and that our team made you feel welcome. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to see you again soon! 😊 Lalani Rathnayake Social Media Manager Kaala Kalaththewa Resort Team
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere and that our team made you feel welcome. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to see you again soon! 😊 Lalani Rathnaya… Show more
Reviewed: 4 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewWow! What an amazing place. Relaxed, quiet with the sounds of nature. Staff very attentive and the food was delicious. We even played badminton! Butterflies everywhere.
Nothing.
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere, our service, and the food. Hope to welcome you back soon! Lalani Rathnayake Social Media Manager Kaala Kalaththewa Resort Team
Reviewed: 29 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewTreehouse, swimming pool, shower
N/a
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are really glad that you enjoyed our unique tree houses, peace and special experience here. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another wonderful stay! Lalani Rathnayake Social Media Manager Kaala Kalaththewa Resort Team
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are really glad that you enjoyed our unique tree houses, peace and special experience here. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another wonderful stay! Lalani Rathnayake Social Media … Show more
Reviewed: 12 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewWe had a great time at the resort - loved the very comfortable tree house and the super nice and helpful staff. Food was delicious and we saw many different animals in the forest. Highly recommended for nature lovers in a high quality surrounding.
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed the tree house and the wildlife. Hope to see you again soon! Lalani rathnayake Social Media Manager Kaala Kalaththewa Resort Team
Reviewed: 10 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewAmazing location, the villa was beautiful made and the outside shower unusual and fun.
The staff were very inexperienced and struggled with basic customer care. With a little training and support, I am sure this would improve..
Thank you for your valuable feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. We're always striving to improve, and your input is greatly appreciated. " Thank You Harshani
Reviewed: 26 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewFabulous location in the jungle, a little way out of town. The pool is great and the food is delicious, and the staff are super friendly and kind
Thank you so much for your kind words! Glad you enjoyed the stay. Hope to see you again! Team Kaala Kalaththewa Luxury Eco Resort
Reviewed: 14 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 6 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewSleeping in the trees / Friendly staff / Beautiful pool in the nature / Big breakfast
Could be a bit cleaner / lots of aunts everywhere
Reviewed: 2 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewExcellent hotel Located in nature But still everything is very clean and tidy. The rooms are beautiful, clean, loud, excellent air conditioning. The pool is really good, located in nature And feels like a spring. The food is excellent. The staff is really good. We stayed in 3 hotels in the city and this is the best hotel by far. A great place for children. Highly recommended for those who want to be in a beautiful place in nature and close to all the historical sites. We had a great experience, highly recommend.
Reviewed: 21 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewThese are beautiful, modern treehouses off the beaten path (about 20 minutes from Anuradhapura). They are spacious, have bathrooms upstairs and down (which are lovely). The property has a lovely pool to relax. And the food for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner was absolutely delicious.
The first night we were the only guests and, while it sometimes is unavoidable, it was just a weird feeling. Also, we had a problem with our room the first night and, honestly, there was no one who was prepared to help us and the staff there really didn’t know how to handle it (meaning hospitality training of the “the guest is always right” wasn’t there.) They eventually moved us to a different room which although an inconvenience turned out to be fine. And to that point, we sat at the pool all day the first and not once did someone come and ask us if we would like to order a drink or something. Which for this level of hotel, should be a given and we were the only ones there. Finally, switched to tea as the coffee tasted instant. Again, for this level of hotel, wish it was the delicious Sri Lankan brewed.
I am so sorry you sir/madam you had to face this inconvenience!!! As kaala resort team we will fix all the issues you have mentioned and improve a better service for our guests! Have a nice day!!! Dinali Dissanayake, Manager, Kaala Resort Team, Kalaththewa.
I am so sorry you sir/madam you had to face this inconvenience!!! As kaala resort team we will fix all the issues you have mentioned and improve a better service for our guests! Have a nice day!!! Dinali Dissanayake, Manager, Kaala Resort… Show more
Reviewed: 19 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 14 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewFabulous place to stay. A few kilometres out of town which meant it really feels like being in the jungle - saw a mongoose and civit right by our villa, as well as lots of interesting birds. The Villa was really comfortable and very private - not in sight of any other villa - and there was a lovely balcony as well as both an outdoor bathroom and en-suite one, so best of both worlds. The food was very good - generous breakfast included and evening meal very reasonably priced for a place of this quality. Above all the manager, Sameera was lovely and super-helpful; arranged a couple of trips for us and even presented us with a cake on our anniversary. We’ve stayed in lots of beautiful places in Sri Lanka but this was my absolute favourite.
Reviewed: 10 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewMy wife and I spent two delightful nights at this enchanted resort. Sameera was a wonderful host and nothing was too much trouble for him. Breakfast and dinner were delicious especially when eaten al fresco. The tree-top accommodation was well appointed and charming. Going to sleep at night was blissful listening to the sounds of the forest. Chilling out here is so easy, but book early as there are currently only three lodges. Highly recommended.
Nothing to dislike.
Reviewed: 6 March 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewWe had a fantastic stay. An amazing expérience! The staff is very friendly and helpful. The treehouse is very spacious, very clean with a huge terrace and all facilities you need. The location in the forest is unique! The pool fantastic! The breakfast and dinner was great. In one word, a dream!
Absolutly nothing.
Reviewed: 2 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewEverything - clean, beautiful, in nature. Facilities were excellent. Amazing staff, food was great. I had a fantastic nights sleep
Reviewed: 2 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewVery unique accommodation and great hosts. Loved sleeping in the treehouse. The outdoor shower was amazing.
It was all fabulous
Reviewed: 25 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 21 February 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewIt was nice experience for relaxing day with super nice special bathroom :)
Reviewed: 17 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewClean
Access to property / breakfast not very good.