Sahana Retreat

–Excellent location - show map
+36 photos
Scored 9.6
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.8

You might be eligible for a Genius discount at Sahana Retreat. To check if a Genius discount is available for your selected dates sign in.

Genius discounts at this property are subject to book dates, stay dates and other available deals.

About this property

Spacious Accommodations: Sahana Retreat in Buttala offers spacious family rooms with private bathrooms. The property is pet-friendly and includes free WiFi, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests. Outdoor Amenities: Guests can enjoy a sun terrace, garden, and outdoor seating area. Additional facilities include an outdoor fireplace, indoor and outdoor play areas, and a picnic area. Free bicycles are available for exploring the surroundings. Dining Experience: Breakfast is served à la carte with vegetarian, vegan, and Asian options. Fresh fruits, warm dishes, and juice are provided each morning. Room service and breakfast in the room cater to diverse dietary needs. Activities and Attractions: Sahana Retreat offers fishing, walking tours, bike tours, hiking, and cycling. Nearby attractions include Kataragama Temple (35 km) and Buduruwagala Temple (37 km). Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is 65 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Asian, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site

Sign in, save money

To see if you can save 10% or more at this property, sign in
Sign inCreate an account
Sign in, save money

Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

—
Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
Something went wrong. Please try again later.

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
Facilities
Cleanliness
Comfort
Value for money
Location
Free WiFi

Select topics to read reviews:

Guests who stayed here loved

Donna
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Firstly and foremost the hospitality from Asanga was amazing. We wanted some chill time one day and he respected that, but always there if needed - and the local knowledge and trips he took us on were fantastic. We loved the river, lizards,...”
Karen
Belgium Belgium
“You have a whole building all for yourself: spacious bathroom, a lot of storage room, terrace with a dining table, 2 hammocks, extra chairs to sit in the sun in the morning… the food (dinner and breakfast) we had was delicious and nutritious!! It...”
Shanna
Netherlands Netherlands
“We had such a wonderful stay here! The location is perfect, right next to the National Parks, which made it ideal for us as we were just passing through and stumbled upon this place by chance. We truly enjoyed every moment. The host was...”
Jasmin
Germany Germany
“We had a wonderful time - relaxing in the hammock, swimming in the river, enjoying nature and having the healthiest food. The caretaker and his family is super friendly and attentive. We felt really confortable and can recommend this place to all...”
Eric
Netherlands Netherlands
“I don’t even know where to start with this review. We had the kindest welcome when arriving on the amazing place called Sahana Retreat. Asanga is really a great host and made us feel right at home, we liked the activities like gem searching and...”
Judith
Netherlands Netherlands
“Peaceful nature escape near Yala – highly recommended! If you're looking for peace and quiet, this is absolutely your place. Sahana Retreat is beautifully set in nature, right by a river — perfect for reading a book, fishing, or just unwinding in...”
Simon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Wonderful place to stay if you are looking for something remote. You will be looked after - it’s clean, the food is great, the attention is first class. Nature is all around you and you can leave your troubles behind.”
Elysha
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful spot in the middle of nowhere (which is perfect as far as I am concerned). Very quiet save the rush of the river and chirp of circada. Host extremely helpful and answered all my questions, arranged a safari for us which was amazing and...”
Jacqueline
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“If you really want to experience nature then this is the place”
Elizabeth
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything was perfect! Suj, the owner, was really communicative before we arrived, and he was so helpful when my partner was arranging a special surprise dinner for me. He also helped us plan a great safari with a brilliant guide - we even saw...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Sujith Dissanayake

9.8
Host review score
Sujith Dissanayake
Very peaceful Eco friendly Bungalow on the banks of Menik River.20 minutes to Yala and Kataragama. Basic cooking utensils available with a LPG cooker. we can provide you Authentic Sri lankan food too. Ideal location to chill out with a bonfire
Living and working in London. visit to this amazing property two times a year.
Very peaceful neighbourhood. only noise you hear is peacocks and the sounds of water from the river.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

House rules

Sahana Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 13:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Sahana Retreat 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.