Uga Ulagalla - Anuradhapura

We recently had our 3rd stay at Uga Ulagalla we were again thoroughly impressed by the exceptional welcoming and friendly service we received from all the hotel staff. From the moment we arrived, We were greeted with warm smiles and genuine hospitality. Our room (23) was immaculate and luxurious and we really appreciated the regular little touches from the room staff The food was excellent, and plentiful and all the restaurant staff we so attentive, and helpful. We love the fact that you can see so much wildlife, such as monkeys, lizards, and so many types of birds just walking arounds the grounds and surrounding area (we were lucky enough to see owls 3 times). We really enjoyed the village cycle ride and scenic drive with picnic. Also highly recommended is the horse riding with Ramesh, who is so knowledgeable and clearly loves the horses he looks after. All the staff show dedication and excellent service in whatever role they undertake. Thanks to Kusal for driving us back and fore to our room when we decided not to use the bikes, and his assistance when Paul needed help! Others to mention are Dilrushika, Sakila, Demutu and Sakun Throughout our stay, everyone went above and beyond to make us feel welcome like returning friends. It was evident that the staff genuinely cared about the comfort and satisfaction of their guests. Eager to help with any queries they may encounter. Overall, our experience at Uga Ugalla was nothing short of extraordinary. The combination of luxurious accommodations, exceptional dining, and unparalleled service made for another truly unforgettable stay. We can't wait to return for a fourth time and create more memories at this wonderful hotel.

Uga Ulagalla as a hotel is top class and couldn’t recommend enough. One on the highlights of our trip was dining in the Kamatha Restaurant on the resort. We were taken care of by Gayantha, Diluka and Manel who looked after us so well. Not to mention the food which was DELICIOUS and full of so many flavours. Honestly could not recommend this enough!

Absolutely loved our stay here. From the welcome we received upon arrival to checking out, everything was truly amazing. The staff is extremely friendly and welcoming. Jathu was exceptionally helpful and informative about everything, and would always greet us with a smile whenever we saw her. The room is spacious, with all the necessary amenities and the room service was very efficient. The food was truly delicious. We enjoyed everything we had, especially dinner. The menu’s are creative, offering everyone something unique to try. Overall the property is beautiful, well maintained, offering ample space and privacy for anyone. It was our first family trip with our baby, and we really enjoyed the trip as the hotel and staff was very family friendly. Hope to be back soon & thank you to everyone who made our stay memorable! :)

We had a 2 night stay at Ulagalla last weekend (May 2024). Four of us (2 couples) were rebooked here from Uga Jungle Beach due to bad weather. It was a very happy rebooking, and we were grateful for the change. The property is massive, and the amenities and service were top notch. From the start at reception, to mealtimes , housekeeping, F&B, to the naturalists - everyone went above and beyond to serve and care for us well. We felt exceedingly pampered through the stay. The staff makes personal and thoughtful recommendations, considering the client. They accommodated us for an afternoon kayak ride despite it not being current practice. They tried to accommodate a need for a bicycle with support wheels for an adult , which I am sure they would have succeeded in if they had ample notice. The rooms were beautifully furnished and comfortable, with many thoughtful touches. Food was lovely, but we did wish for more options during lunch ( it was the same menu repeated). Would definitely revisit. We felt extremely pampered throughout!

An absolutely stunning place. The property itself is huge, but consists of very few villas. This means you have plenty of space to enjoy nature, without seeing many other people. Every guest guest their own bicycle, so you can roam around the property at your convenience, which was super enjoyable. There is a real commitment to conservation. With more and more green-washing taking place, it is refreshing to see somewhere with a genuine commitment to minimize their impact on the environment. Every meal we had was great. The selection was not massive, but the items on offer were of top-quality, which I feel is far more important. Breakfast, overlooking the pool and greater property was always a highlight. The team was very friendly and approachable - a few special mentions for Sakila, Gayantha, and Ruwan. Thank you for the incredible experience!

I am so grateful for the amazing experience I had at Uga Ulagalla hotel. The hospitality was top-notch and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable stay. Jadhu, Shakeela, Dilshan, and Chef Ruwan truly went above and beyond to make our stay special. The restaurant servers were also fantastic and the room service was excellent. Our room was absolutely beautiful and we felt so pampered during our time there. Thank you to the staff at Uga Ulagalla for making our stay unforgettable!

Stunning settling, beautiful rooms, lovely staff, great activities - horse riding, kayaking and sundowners at the lake with a surprise appearance by elephants!! The hotel does wonderful work with the local community and wildlife. Peacocks and other birdlife galore. Food is incredible with immaculate service.