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Rainforest Edge

Ratnapura, Sri Lanka

Where is Rainforest Edge located?

Rainforest Edge stands at Balawatukanda in Weddagala, near Kalawana in Ratnapura District, surrounded by greenery on the edge of the Sinharaja Forest Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its biodiversity. The reserve is about 500 metres from the hotel.

How do I get from Colombo Airport to Rainforest Edge?

Weddagala lies beyond Ratnapura, a long inland drive from Bandaranaike International Airport at Katunayake, and the time on the road depends on traffic and the weather on the day. Book the Colombo (CMB) Airport transfer to Rainforest Edge.

What are the rooms like at Rainforest Edge?

The rooms have balconies with views over the surrounding rainforest, and the accommodation is designed to blend into its natural setting, giving a rustic yet comfortable stay.

What facilities and dining does the hotel have?

An on-site restaurant serves local and international dishes, with room service when needed. There is a well-kept garden and a 24-hour front desk.

What can I do near Rainforest Edge?

The Sinharaja Forest Reserve, about 500 metres away, can be explored on guided tours and hiking trails through the rainforest.

What guests say

3.8 of 5 bubbles on TripAdvisor
3.8 / 5 · 105 traveller reviews on TripAdvisor
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Peaceful and comfortable

We stayed two nights in this lovely hotel. The setting is incredibly peaceful, the rooms are comfortable, the food is excellent and the staff friendly and attentive. The natural spring water swimming pool is the icing on the cake…

steveoR2128FQ · Feb 2026 · via TripAdvisor
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Best Sri Lankan hotel experience on our whole trip!

This was the most charmging hotel of our Sri Lanka tour! We really loved it there. It’s situated in a beautiful place with stunning scenic views of the rainforesty surroundings! We enjoyed our rooms with open shower and al the wi…

erwinw603 · Dec 2025 · via TripAdvisor
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Flintstones

Very rustic rooms. Our group named it “Flintstones”. White paint would brighten the rooms very much. There is a nice pool that gets the water from a waterfall. Food was good and the people very friendly. However, several animals…

1608jackyb · Dec 2025 · via TripAdvisor

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Things to do near Ratnapura

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Airport & intercity transfers

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