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Bolagala Nature Resort

3.0 star property
Colonial hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa

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Exterior
Daily English breakfast (LKR 7 per person)
Front of property
Birthday party area
Front of property
Bolagala Nature Resort offers a garden setting with playground access and an outdoor pool supervised by a lifeguard. Guests can book Ayurvedic treatments at Rajini Ayurvedic Spa or explore the area using rental bicycles. The smoke-free property provides free WiFi throughout.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
Spa treatment

Spa

The on-site spa has some ways to help you decompress. The hotel's spa offers in-room massages as well as pampering treatments such as Ayurvedic treatments, body scrubs, facials, and manicures/pedicures. Other on-site facilities include a steam room.

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2024
Ceiling fan
Bidet
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Katana, Bolagala Nature Resort is in the entertainment district and on a river. Angurukaramulla Temple and Dutch Fort are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Negombo Beach and Horagolla National Park. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as boat tours and other activities like safari tours.
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60/3, otharawadiya, Katana, 11325

What's nearby

  • St Anthony's Church - 24 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Negombo Beach - 24 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Negombo District General Hospital - 24 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Negombo Beach Park - 26 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • Negombo Fish Market - 27 min drive - 10.2 miles

Getting around

  • Railway Station Negombo - 37 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chef House - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Sha Bojunhala - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Browns Indutrial Park Ltd - Canteen - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪sevana - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪MJs - This Is It - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Bolagala Nature Resort

Family-friendly hotel by the river, remodeled in 2024
A free roundtrip airport shuttle, 10 poolside bars, and a free daily manager's reception are just a few of the amenities provided at Bolagala Nature Resort. Active travelers can enjoy volleyball, basketball, and fishing at this hotel. Treat yourself to a facial, a manicure/pedicure, or a body scrub at the onsite spa. Enjoy onsite activities like kayaking, archery, and motor boating. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with free cabanas, sun loungers, and a lifeguard on site
  • Free self parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and access to a nearby health club
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge), outdoor furniture, and meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms at Bolagala Nature Resort boast comforts such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Other amenities include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Rainfall showers, bidets, and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with streaming services and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and ceiling fans

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: LKR 7 for adults and LKR 5 for children
  • 10 poolside bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Archery
  • Basketball
  • Bicycle shuttle
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Karaoke
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground
  • Table tennis
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 500 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 2017
  • Colonial architecture
  • Lifeguards
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - December 2024
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of LKR 500 per pet, per day (maximum LKR 500 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately LKR 7 for adults and LKR 5 for children
  • Pet fee: LKR 500 per pet, per day (maximum LKR 500 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Spa fee: LKR 3000 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property uses solar energy

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Bolagala Nature Resort Hotel
Bolagala Nature Resort Katana
Bolagala Nature Resort Hotel Katana

Frequently asked questions

Does Bolagala Nature Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Bolagala Nature Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of LKR 500 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Bolagala Nature Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bolagala Nature Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Bolagala Nature Resort?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does Bolagala Nature Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.

Where is Bolagala Nature Resort located?

Located near the airport, this family-friendly hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Negombo Beach, Maris Stella College, and Angurukaramulla Temple. Negombo Fish Market and Negombo Beach Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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