Reviews of Monkey Jungle Cottage
Ajith, R.v.d.b.lane,udawalwa, 70190 Udawalawe, Sri Lanka
#5 of 72 hotels in Udawalawe
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 35 hotel reviews
9.9Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
10.0
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Comfort
9.9
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Location
9.9
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Facilities
9.8
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Staff
10.0
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Value for money
9.9
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Free Wifi
9.2
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Reviewed: April 2, 2025
Isobel
United Kingdom6 Reviews9.0“Great host, comfortable bed and amazing breakfast”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Family Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Booking.com states there is an outdoor pool, there isn’t
A quiet rustic nature chalet with the most comfortable bed and pillows of our trip so far. Our host was exceptional, great English spoken and was able to provide lots of information about the animals and the area. An amazing cook! Greeted us with cake and the breakfast was delicious and plentiful. Monkeys were all around and hanging out which added to the experience. If you want cheap but excellent, this is it!
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 30, 2025
Denise
United Kingdom14 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Excellent”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Location lovely. Simple but relaxing. Loved the monkeys and loved Pamoda and her husband who couldn’t do enough for us! Beautiful people. Pamoda made all the food and drink herself (traditional food). Would highly recommend this place for a relaxing stay. 🥰🥰
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 29, 2025
Teza
New Zealand10 Reviews2 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
special worth and elegant
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: March 18, 2025
Salama
Czech Republic17 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
best for safari and accommodations
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: March 14, 2025
Rose
United Kingdom7 Reviews1 helpful vote10“Monkey cottage”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing.
Thank you to Aijith and Pamoda, who were so welcoming for our stay, and really looked after my brother and I. The accommodation is indeed in the jungle and could see monkeys and wild life. We had delicious welcome lemonade and cake and the breakfast is huge!! Aijith and Pamoda organise a morning safari which was wonderful, we saw so many elephants. And they packed us a breakfast. The accommodation is exceptional value for money, comfortable bed, new AC, hot water, fridge, kettle and even a hairdryer! I really like the aesthetic of the bedrooms too. And a lovely little porch to sit and relax. Its nears some resturants too and short walk to udawalawe junction. Thanks again! I would highly recommend.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 3, 2025
Peytonra
Sweden19 Reviews2 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
liked the hotel very much. Quiet and beautiful place. The staff is very responsive. The rooms are bright and spacious. The breakfast is good. This hotel is a great place for those who are tired of the hustle and bustle of the city. highly recommends thank to host(forgot name )
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: March 2, 2025
Michael
United Kingdom36 Reviews9 helpful votes9.0“Good Value For Money”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
I wasn't a fan of the bathroom with the floor finished in pebbles and the black paint.
This accommodation is very rustic and represents good value for money. The hosts are super friendly and kind and the breakfasts were awesome. We arranged a half day safari through the hosts and it was simply incredible and we got to see loads of elephants.
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: February 23, 2025
Bernd
Germany44 Reviews10 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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This was the nicest accommodation we have ever had in Sri Lanka. The owners are incredibly hospitable without being intrusive. The bungalow with terrace was cosy, the AC was quiet and effective. It is very quiet and we almost felt like we were staying in the jungle. Next to our terrace was a small footpath into the forest. The monkeys climb around the bungalow in the late afternoon without getting cheeky. Breakfast and dinner were incredibly lovingly prepared and very tasty. We booked our tour into the national park through the owners. Also highly recommended. Once again a big thank you to the wonderful hosts.
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: February 5, 2025
Cooper
United Kingdom18 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Green environment with a well maintained rooms, garden and friendly neighborhood. arranged a 3 hr morning safari at udawalawe park. all provided us. highly recommends.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: January 30, 2025
Jone
Australia14 Reviews3 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Clearly the best homestay that we had in Sri Lanka! It’s peaceful, service is perfect, breakfasts are generous & so good
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: January 27, 2025
Jaden
Hungary7 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
A wonderful place to visit - full of great views, birds and a lovely safari. Don't miss it if you are in udawalawe.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: January 24, 2025
Lensen
Iceland10 Reviews1 helpful vote10“recommended”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
wonderful place to stay at!
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: January 23, 2025
Hammadi
United Arab Emirates13 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
had a wonderful time at this monkey jungle cottage. they have both kind of views city and garden. thanks to the kindness and attentiveness of the hosts they were very helpful. highly recommends for budget travelers and all.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: January 23, 2025
Courtney
Ireland9 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Well maintained rooms with friendly staff. the location is great. Would stay again. Worthy for the room chargers. you must book a safari if you go there. it is really worth it
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: January 22, 2025
Chris
Denmark9 Reviews10“Had a very nice experience in udawalawe national park.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
nothing to worry
all fine.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: January 20, 2025
Ramee
Netherlands9 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
superb stay. all felt good. We had the best time and highly recommend booking with monkey jungle cottage. Their rates are very reasonable. We will definitely be back and wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: January 20, 2025
Khaled
Oman10 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Beautiful hotel and best host . Must stay if your in udawalawa . Very comfortable safari jeep for a good price. we got more attention during the safari time.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: January 19, 2025
Saif
United Arab Emirates11 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Well organized. Spectacular trip. Everything on time. Special thanks for guide and both drivers. Perfect private tour of udawalawe national park.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: January 16, 2025
Bay
Germany15 Reviews10“great safari arranger”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Such a welcoming, lovely family in a beautiful property. Great accommodation, great food. It was an amazing experience. Super friendly driver. overall a wonderful safari.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: January 16, 2025
Isaac
Spain12 Reviews2 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Budget hotel. Friendly service. Great location as it is in the town 👍
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: January 15, 2025
Madison
Germany12 Reviews4 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
non to say
Great place to be… stunning room and very attentive staff . Loved everything about this place . Great safari jeep with a young talented driver. provided us everything they could.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: January 14, 2025
Niyad
Ukraine8 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great value! They keep the shared facilities very clean and the beds were comfortable. Beautiful national part with many elephants, peacocks and lizards.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: January 13, 2025
Jake
Sweden14 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Beautiful location where you felt like part of the family and not just a guest. The food was outstanding. The safari (ran by monkey jungle cottage) was wonderful. Our driver was knowledgeable and brave.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: January 13, 2025
Carley
Denmark17 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
everything! clean, accommodating and pleasant…staff was professional, friendly. a great way to start my Safari vacation!
Stayed in December 2024
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