Arsulana, is in a beautiful setting, remote and very peaceful and totally surrounded by nature. Watching the Macaques playing at the river from our balcony was a highlight. The staff are lovely and very helpful. The manager is very nice and efficient and has lots of ideas for improvments to the hotel. We took a tuc tuc to Aberdeen falls , a short bumpy journey from the property but worth doing. We stayed 3 nights . Definitely worth it!

Not having room cleaned automatically. Supplies seem to be an issue for the hotel, as they ran out of beer and soft drinks. These things are being worked on though.

Unique experience and location .

Be aware cash payment only

Luxury stay in this elegant hotel surrounded by acres of lush jungle right next to the waterfall. We stayed 3 nights in room 5. Spacious room and furnished with high quality unique furnitures. Spotless and so clean. We had a chance to glance all the villas too. Each of them were tastefully decorated. 2 of them have access to the beautiful stream. Honestly heavenly stay and magical experience. We sat outside listening to the stream flowing, birds chirping, and critters singing all day and night. Nice swimming pool with water from the mountains. Ashley, the resort manager is so friendly and treat the staff with respect and dignity. We enjoyed chatting with Ashley who is a walking encyclopaedia. The happy bunch of staff are from the local villages who deliver friendly and professional service. Every meal was delicious and prepared with local ingredients. They went beyond their level to fulfill our requirements for special srilankan traditinal cuisine. We had fantastic spa experience. It was so relaxing and really enjoyable. We highly recommend Arusulana to anyone looking for a unique experience and peace stay.

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Exceptional stay, as close to nature as it gets. We had 2 villas - one with two bedrooms and amazing fully furnished veranda and one with 1 bedroom - here a tiny remark, the bathroom is a small separate building ( just a few steps away). Both villas had swimming pools, not for swimming but sitting in the sun. Yoga classes and massages were onsite which was very convenient and of great quality. The are no food options in the neighborhood, so you pretty much can only eat at the hotel. The hotel menu is rather pricy. The staff, especially the two ladies, were super nice!

WOW WOW WOW! I'm not sure if words can really express how special this place is! Stunning location, fantastic service and a real once in a lifetime experience. From waterfall swimming, to trekking Adams Peak, white water rafting and an AMAZING spa, the staff were exemplary from start to finish. The rooms and the resort are spotless, and unbelievably beautiful. The food was superb, nothing was too much trouble amd we had a fantastic time. Thank you Arsulana!

There is nothing to dislike here. However, if you have limited mobility, I would recommend staying in the main house.

The location was amazing, set in the middle of the jungle, with fragrant trees and by the river. The property is beautifully appointed and the hotel is very tastefully done. The menu is limited but the hotel manager was happy to accommodate any special requests which we appreciated. Aberdeen waterfall is not to be missed, but be prepared to do hundreds of steps inside the jungle and come back up! So good exercise! I would recommend 3 days or longer before hitting Kandy or the south.

The rooms were not automatically cleaned on day 1, we had to ask for replenishment of towels, water and shower gels.

Such a peaceful and luxurious hidden gem. The staff were so lovely, attentive and helpful. The location was slightly hard to get to but was amazing once there, very peaceful and surrounded by nature. We used the Sauna and pool which were both a great addition.

We were told it would be easier if we had the buffet dinner so we did on night 1 and were a bit disappointed as it was mainly western food and not as high quality as the breakfast. The second night we asked if we could forego the buffet and chose Sri Lankan dishes off the menu and it was so much better and one of our favourite meals of the trip.

My partner and I recently had the pleasure of staying at this enchanting hotel for just one night, but the experience was so rejuvenating that it felt like we had spent an entire week on holiday. From the moment we arrived, the staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and cared for. Their warmth, hospitality, and attentiveness were truly exceptional. It was my birthday that day and they made sure that it felt very special. The massage was on of the best I’ve had in Sri Lanka, and the fresh, delicious food was a treat. The hotel's location is truly unique, nestled remotely right next to a stunning waterfall and surrounded by lush green forest. Moreover, the rooms were very comfy and clean, with a relaxing ambience and great design in mind. Thank you to the staff again for great hospitality!

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We only stayed one night at Arsulana Eco Lodge, but it was absolutely amazing! The jungle surroundings are breathtaking, and the peaceful atmosphere is unforgettable. The service was outstanding—everyone was so welcoming and helpful. We enjoyed delicious meals and had the most relaxing time swimming in the beautiful rock pools. We wish we could have stayed longer and would highly recommend this unique and stunning place to anyone visiting Sri Lanka!

The only suggestion we’d make is to provide a plug adapter for the hairdryer that was in the bathroom, as it didn’t fit the socket.

Amazing resort that is really entwined with nature. Not sure how it isn't more well known considering the value for money you get and the social mission the owner is on to improve livelihoods for local people in nearby villages. Whoever designed this place really has an eye for detail to allow you to experience luxury while still being immersed in the natural forest. We stayed in the balcony room and still have this amazing memory of sitting on the balcony (which is also equipped with a lovely ceiling fan, table and traditional chairs) during a rain storm and seeing the mist roll through the valley while listening to the sounds of the forest awoken by the rain. It was magical. The rooms are very clean and well maintained and I didn't see any critters which was hard to believe considering how close to the forest you are. There is a private track leading to a peaceful swimming hole in the nearby river which we had all to ourselves. Just me mindful of leeches if it's been raining. In regards to the food, we ordered a traditional rice and curry that wasn't actually on the menu but it was delicious. If you're Lankan or love spice, maybe just ask for local-level hot otherwise they will serve it mild. The service overall is very kind and attentive, proud to see this in Sri Lanka. Next time we will stay in the private villas as they look stunning with their private pools along with mini rivers running adjacent to the room. The magnificent Arberdeen waterfall is also a short tuk tuk drive away. I was a little worried in one review saying the place smelled overwhelming of Naphthalene but I didn't smell anything so maybe they changed something.

If I had to be picky The road was a bit steep for our driver but just call their phone number and they will send a tuk tuk to collect you from the main road.