Showers and toilets are outside your room. It is yours with a ket, but it is outside the room. Be advised. Also, you are in the jungle. If you leave food in the basket or in the open, expect ants and the like.

We are a traveling family. Truly, this is one of the most enchanted places we had the privilege to stay in. It is unique because you are in the middle of the jungle, without walls. The place is very relaxing, yet you feel the jungle, in the good way. The stuff is most delicate and gentle. The facility is luxurious. We had a great time. All the payments for your stay are dedicated to the preservation of the forest. Wonderful.

Stayed in April 2024

Great open Rooms, extraordinary friendly staff, very good food

Stayed in March 2024

Exceptional, unique resort! You fall asleep on the music of the jungle, see fire flies at night and wake up on the sound of crickets. We absolutely loved this place! The food was great and the tours they recommended us were great! Thanks you to the Wanakest crew, we had a memorable stay!

Stayed in March 2024

Very nice people, beautiful view, good food!

Stayed in March 2024

I absolutely loved our stay here. So peaceful and beautiful. The staff were lovely and cooked us the most delicious meals and breakfast. A great plus was the delicious coffee they served us. We wish we could have stayed longer.

Stayed in March 2024

Just be aware that due to the open character of the rooms you will experience noises and light from adjoining rooms. Also, if driving there yourself, make sure to get all the right turns or it gets really off-road ^^

We came across Wanakaset accidentally and fitted it into our already tight schedule, so we could only stay for one night, which is a shame. We would have liked to stay at least one more night to see more of the estate, especially as we had the “Apple room”, which is the big room at the front side of the building with the best view. We very much enjoyed this unusual accommodation, the fantastic views and the fireflies at night. The bed was the most comfy we had in Sri Lanka and despite our concerns we had no problems with mosquitos. Also we had our own (but not ensuite) bathroom, which we did not expect. Maybe because Wanakaset was not fully booked.

Stayed in January 2024

The lack of aircon was completely understandable for the open type of building, but for someone with tendency to sweat very heavily in tropical heat/ humidity it is difficult to keep cool in the afternoon with only fans. The night and morning was fine. A private bathroom was allocated to us but a walk downstairs from the bedroom like you would expect with glamping. This was fine for us. The bedrooms do not have a ceiling so if you have noisy neighbours you will hear, but in fact the nature noises outside are far louder and a joy to hear.

The best parts of this property are sleeping to the massive sound of the jungle insects and birds with the bedroom side completely open. A unique and memorable nature experience with stunning views too above the tree canopy. Such Lovely design of buildings to fit into the forest. Lovely helpful staff members and amazing healthy Sri Lankan food. Great easy walk through the forest down to the river and local small village on their narrow winding lane. We were offered a short boat ride by locals in the river which was very peaceful and beautiful. Banda picked us up on the main road in his jeep as the lane to the property is very tricky and an adventure in itself - not suitable for our taxi. The business bands runs is part of an inspirational community project to protect the forest. We had a very interesting stay.

Stayed in January 2024

Nothing! Lovely people.

This is a wonderful friendly and relaxed place. An environmental project is funded by our stays. It is amazing that despite the open air glamping room insects are not a problem, we were not too hot - we were comfortable and loved it! There are not en-suite facilities but it is all part of the glamping experience! The food is mindblowingly good and healthy. The staff are very sweet and nothing is too much trouble. They will help you with tuk tuk etc. We visited the prehistoric cave, walked the ricketty bridge and swam in the river. If you want more action activities they are possible nearby. Plenty to do, or relax in your open room and listen to the bird noise!

Stayed in January 2024

A real fairy tale in the forest. Wonderful concept, quality materials, extremely comfortable but at the same time in harmony with nature. The rooms are ideal, both in terms of design and comfort. The staff is invisible, mild, helpful and efficient. We had the best wild herb dinner of our month long trip. A wonderful experience for our group of friends

Stayed in January 2024

Fantastic staff and food.

Stayed in January 2024

I don’t have words for how much I recommend this place. Everything was AMAZING. The food, the room, the people, the monkeys. Just go here and make sure you have the apple room.

Stayed in January 2024

The bed and mosquito net were a little short for me but it wasn’t a massive issue.

Beautiful property with gorgeous view of the rainforest. We saw a Brown Fish Owl from the comfort of our suite balcony! The staff are very friendly, welcoming, and accomodating. We had difficult requests and last minute changes and they did their utmost to accommodate us.

Stayed in December 2023

Luxurious, peaceful and beautiful - undoubtedly our favourite stay so far. We loved the design of the ecolodge and it is so well maintained. The staff are so caring and all the meals are delicious. It was easily accessible via public transport, we caught the bus and were met on the main road by Banda who drove us the last few kms. We extended our stay here as we enjoyed so much. Don't miss this stop on your trip!

Stayed in December 2023

When using Google Maps it was a bit hard to find. They do offer a pick up, but we came with our own tuktuk. I would suggest to put some better signing along the road to get there.

This place is magical. The food is amazing, the staff is super friendly and the sounds of nature are very calming. It was a perfect spot to relax for two days and soak up the surrounding nature. I love how they are restoring and regenerating the forest and turning it into a food forest.

Stayed in December 2023

it was very clean and the view from the room is breathtaking, staff was super nice!

Stayed in November 2023

Beautiful location, peaceful surroundings and lush garden. I suppose the place is quieter before high season. Delicious authentic fresh food and drink offerings. Very good cooking. Very welcoming and friendly environment. Super professional attentive staff and service. All lovely genuine and passionate people. Exceeds expectations in all areas. Will definitely recommend and try visit again if possible.

Stayed in November 2023

Located in the middle of nature. You could hear the sounds of the animals living in the forest the whole day long. Rooms with very great view. Host also helped us organise the airport transfer, some rafting trip and our TukTuk driver for our next stop. Very unique place!

Stayed in October 2023

Amazing property located deep in the forest. The beds are extremely comfortable with bedrooms on open verandahs so you really feel part of nature. The sights and sounds of the forest are incredible. We saw a troop of playful monkeys on arrival and lots of kingfishers, bats and butterflies. The food is delicious, breakfast and dinner are available. Banda is an inspirational man with a passion for plants and nature and is happy to explain the history and fascinating geography of the area. He organised our white water rafting experience and transport to our next destination. This is a very special place and I highly recommend.

Stayed in August 2023

Everything was superb.

If you are looking for a place to stay in Kithugala and don't mind paying a little bit more than the typical homestay price then stop searching now and book this place! Banda (the host) was lovely and met us and our children by the bridge where the taxi dropped us off. the property is stunning and the open rooms are amazing. We actually loved the fact that we were disturbed during the night by the sounds of the rainforest (rain and monkeys!). The staff were all lovely (as most Sri Lankans are) and couldn't do enough to help. The food was fantastic made from about 15 locally grown leaves and berries in the rainforest. Very highly recommended - just look at the photo!

Stayed in August 2023

Everything!!! It could not have been any better. Wonderful stay in a stunning traditional building in the midst of a natural tropical orchard and forest. Excellent food with local ingredients, wonderful people who will do the utmost to make your stay very special (including pick-up in the village and orchard tour😊). Adventure yet very comfortable in well-decorated rooms with stunning jungle views. Highly recommended.

Stayed in August 2023

The staff are amazing same of the environment

Stayed in August 2023

Everything

The place was amazing, in the middle of the jungle we seen many fireflies at night and the food was delicious. The best place we're stayed at Sri Lanka!!

Stayed in August 2023

Stunning setting, lovely people. Also love how they are building such a lovely forest and helping the environment

Stayed in June 2023

Nothing

Fantastic glamping in the jungle!! Staff, design and concept are of the highest standards!

Stayed in July 2023