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Back of Beyond - Dehigaha Ela

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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Alakolawewa, Dehigaha Ela, Dambulla, 21120
  • Ancient City of Sigiriya
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Sigiriya Museum
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Pidurangala Rock
    ‪19 min drive‬

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  • Sleeps 3
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About the neighborhood

What's nearby

  • Ancient City of Sigiriya - 14 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Sigiriya Museum - 16 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Pidurangala Rock - 19 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Minneriya National Park - 22 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Dambulla Cave Temple - 27 min drive - 12.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪RastaRant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pradeep Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sigiriya Village Hotel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Kitchen Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪New Sigiri Restaurant - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Back of Beyond - Dehigaha Ela

Guests of Back of Beyond - Dehigaha Ela enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a library, and a terrace. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a garden, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Balconies or patios, dining areas, and ceiling fans are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that this is an unfenced property located in a wildlife area.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Back of Beyond - Dehigaha Ela?

Back of Beyond - Dehigaha Ela offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Back of Beyond - Dehigaha Ela?

As of May 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Back of Beyond - Dehigaha Ela on May 7, 2025 start from $50.85, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Back of Beyond - Dehigaha Ela?

Does Back of Beyond - Dehigaha Ela have a casino at the property?

No, Back of Beyond - Dehigaha Ela doesn't have a casino.

Does Back of Beyond - Dehigaha Ela have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Back of Beyond - Dehigaha Ela serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Will Back of Beyond - Dehigaha Ela allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Back of Beyond - Dehigaha Ela.

Back of Beyond - Dehigaha Ela Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect getaway

Amazing - no other words needed! A two night stay in one of the tree houses - had the camp to ourselves , which was perfect. Staff were fabulous and went out of their way to ensure our meals were varied both in location and food . Excellent on both counts . Wild elephant encounter on our way in, had to reroute on the way out due to ele on the road (? Same guy?) . But a great detour . Just chilled in the fish spa and ate lots.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Erin, Washington DC

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was not reachable by car. There were two signs within a 5 km distance that rather than staying the name of the property as “back and beyond” stated “dehigaha”.... To me that was very strange - didn’t even crossed my mind that could be the same property. Regardless, even though the site describes that the guest should give them a call to arrange the pick up, nobody ever responded to my phone call. Last, I ended up arriving by foot after walking 3km. My recommendation is to stay away from this place and the irresponsible owner.....
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a unique experience in a forest isolated from the world. Unfortunately it rained and could walk around much as we wanted. Obviously not much amenities or luxuries as you should expect.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Derwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Wonderful Stay

This was an amazing place to stay. Surrounded by jungle and wildlife, it's an easy place to kick back and relax. The creek is a fund place for the family to splash in. We explored up and down the creek climbing over waterfalls and fallen trees. Free fish spa as well! The food was very tasty and fresh (they have their own garden). The staff was very helpful. Mahesh led us on a great trip. He's very knowledgeable about wildlife in the area and is an incredible artist.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

m

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

good for the adventurous

If you are planning to book this, go to their website, and check out the information there . It is extremely remote. we had planned to use it as a base to explore the surrounding area with daytrips, but found this difficult because of the remote location, and the fact that you need to be back at the camp before dark. If you are the adventurous type, and looking for a jungle camp with huts, this might be perfect for you, but for us , a family travelling with kids and thinking this was more of a "normal" hotel, it didn't works as well. That beeing said, The tree huts are lovely, and bathing in the river is an experience! the staff are also very friendly :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Tim

Jungle fever

We didn't end up staying when we arrived !! Middle of no where down a 10km or so dirt track.. Nothing around at all !! Better to stay in the small town at a homestay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Suffolk, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Attention to detail makes wild feel luxurious

We had three nights in two tree houses in August and wished we had booked more. The location and the people deliver so much more than the pictures and description promise. The place feels remote and peaceful, the wildlife is wonderful (it borders a national park), and the rooms are extraordinary: they are open tree houses but they are clean and well-designed, and the bathrooms are excellent. You feel as if you've joined a knowledgeable group of wildlife enthusiasts who happen, also, to be phenomenal hosts. The guided tour of the surroundings is a must, as is wading in the river to get a fish pedicure, and you are an easy 30 min from Lion Rock or the Cave Temple at Dambulla. The meals were simple, modestly priced and locally sourced - and quite excellent. WiFi is sporadic, so just enjoy being back-of-beyond.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mitt i naturen

Dehigaha Ela är häftigt ställe eftersom man bokstavligen bor mitt i naturen. Vi, familj på fem, bodde tre nätter i ett trädhus. Det fungerade bra. På kvällen lyses huset upp av eldflugornas sken och på natten hoppar apor runt huset/kojan. Toalett och dusch är fina och det är rent. Maten är enkel men mycket bra och omgivningarna fina. Det går att hänga många timmar på Denigaha Ela och bara njuta. Det går att bada i en bäck, men se upp för fiskarna som gärna ger dig en spontan fiskspabehandling. Det enda negativa är att det ligger ca 30 minuter från Sigriya.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wer Dschungel-Aufenthalt will, bekommt diesen. Auf sehr positive Weise. Sehr zu empfehlen ist der natürliche Fisch-Spa. Wer einen Akku-Pack mit sich führt, sollte diesen sinnvollerweise aufgeladen haben. Die Hütten verfügen über 12V Spannubgsversorgung.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

DAI, 東京

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
素晴らしいスタッフと素晴らしい環境に感謝します。壁のないツリーハウスで全身で自然を感じますし、たくさんの鳥たちが見られます。ときには虫や動物の気配がするなど森に一泊するということを楽しむことができるホテルでした。気をつけるべき点としては、街中からかなり離れた荒道の先にあるのでタクシーなどかなり嫌がられる点でしょうか。夜中につくと真っ暗なのでお気をつけてください。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marijn, Den Haag

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Slapen in een boomhut

Geweldige ervaring om midden in de jungle in een open boomhut wakker te worden, met opkomende zon en apen die uit een boom komen tuimelen. De geluiden van de natuur waren super: krekels, vogels en... in de verte olifantengeloei.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Birgitte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018