Jungle Village Unawatuna

Jungle village is situated in a very calm and quiet environment in Rumassala Sanctuary which is 15 mins drive from Galle Fort. The place consists of around 10 cabanas. Almost every cabana room has its own mini bar, safety locker, satellite TV, and balcony with an amazing forest view. If you are into nature this will be the best mind relaxing spot that you can find in this Urban Galle city. There is a common pool area and a Restaurant which is open from early morning until late night and the food will be served to your room. Staff was very friendly and helpful and available all the time. They were flexible with the check in check out times as well. Staff will be arranging tuk-tuks on behalf of us and also providing tips which will be helpful for Galle Exploring people. We had a lovely breakfast and a dinner which cost around $10 per meal per person and the food was delicious. There is a lovely beach with a small pub and sun bathing area. The beach was nearby within 5 mins walking distance which is called Jungle Beach. I can give a genuine 5 star rating for this place and this is going to be the best place for a Galle Explorer which loves for nature.

The peace that you get from that place is just magical. It’s located in such a way that even though you’re in a glass box, it’s so private. I couldn’t see into anyone else’s villa and nor could they to yours. The chirping birds, the bathroom with no ceiling, the wooden floors - oh it was a magical escape. Jungle beach which is literally a 4 minute walk is secluded and has many spots to have a ‘private’ beach day (the little hike down to it is also amazing) The receptionist Hasindu was a contributing factor. He makes you feel warm from the time you enter, he is knowledgeable and gives valuable information for your travels. He is so honest and true to his word. It’s hard to find such excellent customer service lately but he is one of a kind. If he can, he will. Since I was alone in the middle of the jungle, he made me feel safe and gave me a sense of belonging. I loved the welcome drink (SriLankan tea) I disliked the fact that every few mins there was a loud bang or a coconut or something falling on the roof but that’s Mother Nature and not the hotels fault. Since the bathroom is open aired, there were lots of frogs in my bathroom and every now and then I’d get a fright. There’s no robes or slippers (would’ve made the stay even more amazing) Morning light could be abit much as it’s right in your face and the building is glass. Mini bar is overpriced. Pool is average as compared to the pictures on the ad.

The hotel is wonderful, completely immersed in the jungle, you feel part of the environment and enveloped in wonder. The rooms are cozy, aesthetically beautiful and in keeping with the surroundings, and clean. I recommend bringing earplugs because obviously being surrounded by nature the rooms are very noisy. The wooden structures do not allow for soundproofing, so you can hear both the noises of nature and those of the rooms above or below. An eye mask is also a good idea so as not to be awakened at dawn by light.

Good afternoon. Today is the 3rd day at this hotel, we work in the tourism sector ourselves, so in 10 days we decided to go around as many hotels in different locations of Unawatuna to know where we are sending tourists. Booked for 2 days, after the first day we immediately went for another 2 days extended. Such a combination of wild nature and a very comfortable room has never been seen anywhere. I don't want to leave the balcony at all, birds, chipmunks, saw porcupines and monitor lizards once, monkeys came running in the morning and that's all in 2 days. In previous reviews, we read about theft, I can't even imagine how this is possible, very responsible staff and cameras everywhere, so I can't even imagine how this is possible. Of course, ants appear in the bathroom and beetles can crawl into the room, but this is a jungle, you need to understand this, we have been to many places and it is very difficult to surprise us, but this hotel exceeded all expectations

The room is great with views out over the trees from the balcony. Mix of air con and fan kept things comfortable. Staff very friendly and helpful. Excellent cat!