The Backwaters Lodge - Wilpattu
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The Backwaters Lodge
Hotel Road, Aluth Eluwankulam, Eluwankulam 19979 Wilpattu Sri Lanka
No. of rooms
7
WiFi
Spa/wellness
Parking
Meals
We speak
9.4/10
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No. of rooms
7
WiFi
Spa/wellness
Parking
Meals
We speak
9.4/10
Twin Room with Balcony. The twin room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 2 beds and 1 futon. ;
Double Room with Balcony. The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed. ;
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed. ;
Luxury Triple Room. The spacious triple room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 futon.
Comfortable Accommodations
The Backwaters Lodge in Wilpattu offers a sun terrace, garden, open-air bath, and free WiFi in public areas. Guests enjoy private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and free on-site parking.
Dining Experience
The family-friendly restaurant serves continental, vegetarian, vegan, halal, and Asian breakfasts with juice. Lunch and dinner feature halal, vegetarian, and vegan options in a traditional and romantic ambience.
Activities and Amenities
Guests can enjoy fishing, hiking, and cycling. The property offers a tour desk, bicycle parking, and barbecue facilities. Additional amenities include air-conditioning, balcony, and free toiletries.
Location and Attractions
Located 134 km from Bandaranaike International Airport, the lodge is highly rated for its convenience for nature trips and excellent service. Nearby attractions include Wilpattu National Park and the beach.
The hotel day starts from hour 13:00 and ends at 10:00.
Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
WiFi
Face masks for guests available
Fruits
Free WiFi
Airport shuttle
Walking toursadditional charge
Fire extinguishers
Access to health care professionals
Thermometers for guests provided by property
Cycling
Private parking
First aid kit available
Public bath
Laundryadditional charge
Fishing
Cashless payment available
Express check-in/check-out
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Invoice provided
Soundproof rooms
Special diet menus (on request)
Airport drop offadditional charge
Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
Car hire
Darts
Luggage storage
Tour desk
Breakfast takeaway containers
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Sun loungers or beach chairs
Process in place to check health of guests
Restaurant
Shuttle service
Accessible parking
Canoeingoffsiteadditional charge
Water sport facilities on siteadditional charge
Picnic area
Airport pick upadditional charge
Board games/puzzles
Garden
Hiking
BBQ facilities
Outdoor furniture
Shuttle service (additional charge)
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
Terrace
Parking on site
Packed lunches
Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Free parking
Physical distancing in dining areas
Private check-in/check-out
Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Open-air bath
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus
Kids' meals
Parking
Wine/champagneadditional charge
Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Safety deposit box
Key access
Sun terrace
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Bike toursadditional charge
Ironing serviceadditional charge
Physical distancing rules followed
Internet services
Electric vehicle charging station
