hornbill river cottage udawalwa

Quirky property in a stunning remote location. We had a great swim in the river to cool down after a long cycle to get there and the host cooked us a delicious Kottu for dinner!

This was the most beautiful and amazing place to stay. The cabin is in the middle of the most stunning area and the views are perfect. It is a family business and the staff are so friendly and will do anything to help you have the best stay. The food is delicious. I would strongly suggest staying here and visiting Udawalawe reserve with them because it was such a wonderful experience. Will be telling all my friends to stay here!

My wife and our three older teenagers between 20 and 22 years old, we loved this place, in the middle of nature, in the middle of rice fields, where Shashi and his uncle prepared a barbecue and a campfire, and the next day, we swam in the river.

If you are looking for the comfort of a Hilton or Marriott, this cottage will not suit you.

We had an incredible time staying at this lovely accommodation by the river! The setting was so peaceful, and it was the perfect spot to relax. The food here was a real standout. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner were all delicious. The owner Shashi really made our stay special. They organized a trip for us to Udawalawe National Park, and it was absolutely amazing! We saw elephants up close, along with tons of other wildlife. It was such a well-planned adventure and definitely one of the highlights of our trip. Overall, this place is a hidden gem. Great food, a beautiful riverside vibe, and awesome service.