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The Backwaters

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A person meditating on a wooden dock by a calm lake with dense greenery and trees in the background. - The Backwaters (Eluwankulama)
A neatly made bed with white sheets, a purple and black striped blanket, and two rolled towels. - The Backwaters (Eluwankulama)
A rustic wooden cabin with a metal staircase, surrounded by dense greenery. - The Backwaters (Eluwankulama)
A person on a metal platform with a ladder, surrounded by dense greenery and a wooden structure with a roof. - The Backwaters (Eluwankulama)
A dirt path leading through a forested area with a bench and a signpost visible. - The Backwaters (Eluwankulama)
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at The Backwaters. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the on-site international cuisine restaurant. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room Single Use, 1 Queen Bed

A neatly made bed with white bedding and two pillows, one purple and one orange, in a simple room with a wooden headboard and a single wall-mounted picture.

Superior Double Room Single Use, 1 Queen Bed

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Eluwankulama, The Backwaters is in the historical district and on the waterfront. Dutch Fort of Kalpitiya and Kalpitiya Dutch Reformed Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wilpattu National Park and Alankuda Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Eluwankulama travel guide
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Hotel Road, Eluwankulama, Puttalam District, 19979

What's nearby

  • A leopard lying on a dirt road surrounded by sparse vegetation.
    Wilpattu National Park
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Wanathiwilliwa Reservoir
    18 min drive - 7.6 miles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Built in 2017
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 110.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night

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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Frequently asked questions

Is The Backwaters pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Backwaters?

Check-in begins at 1 PM.

What time is check-out at The Backwaters?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does The Backwaters provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 110.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Backwaters located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Wilpattu National Park and within 32 mi (52 km) of Base Hospital Puttalam and Poththuwilluwa Buddhist Temple.

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Reviews

9.4

Exceptional