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The Backwaters

3.0 star property

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A person meditating on a wooden dock by a calm lake with dense greenery and trees in the background.
A person on a metal platform with a ladder, surrounded by dense greenery and a wooden structure with a roof.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Hotel Road, Eluwankulama, Puttalam District, 19979
  • Place, Wilpattu National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Wanathiwilliwa Reservoir
    ‪25 min drive‬

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
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Eluwankulama

The Backwaters places you 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Wilpattu National Park. This 6-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Wilpattu National Park - 6 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Wanathiwilliwa Reservoir - 25 min drive - 6.8 miles

About this property

The Backwaters

Guests of The Backwaters enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a library, and express check-in. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 110.00 per vehicle roundtrip. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include express check-out, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and bidets. Balconies or patios, coffee makers, and ceiling fans are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 110.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 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 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
  • Check-in: 1 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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.
  • 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.
  • 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 credit cards.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Backwaters Hotel Vanathavilluwa
Backwaters Vanathavilluwa
The Backwaters Hotel
The Backwaters Eluwankulama
The Backwaters Hotel Eluwankulama

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around The Backwaters?

This hotel is located in Eluwankulama, close to Wanathiwilliwa Reservoir. Wilpattu National Park is also within a driving distance of 0.1 mi.

Is there parking available at The Backwaters?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. An electric car charging station and wheelchair-accessible parking are also available for guests.

Does The Backwaters feature a casino?

No, The Backwaters doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Backwaters?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Backwaters?

At this riverfront hotel, couples will appreciate amenities like a restaurant and a free daily breakfast plus some guestrooms include a garden view.

Are there hot tubs at The Backwaters?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Backwaters have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Backwaters serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does The Backwaters allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Backwaters.

Are there connecting rooms at The Backwaters?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Backwaters?

Yes, every guestroom at The Backwaters comes with a balcony/patio and some offer garden views.

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