About this property
Elegant Accommodations: The Backyard Balangoda in Balangoda offers a hotel with a sun terrace, garden, restaurant, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy private check-in and check-out, a lounge, outdoor fireplace, and a 24-hour front desk. Comfortable Amenities: Rooms feature private bathrooms, balconies with mountain views, and modern amenities such as tea and coffee makers, flat-screen TVs, and work desks. Additional services include housekeeping, room service, and free on-site parking. Dining Experience: The restaurant serves Indian, Italian, Middle Eastern, seafood, Thai, local, Asian, and barbecue grill cuisines. Breakfast options include full English/Irish and Asian. Outdoor dining areas and a coffee shop enhance the dining experience. Local Attractions: Located 28 mi from Castlereigh Reservoir Seaplane Base and 29 mi from Hatton Railway Station, the hotel provides easy access to local points of interest. Guests appreciate the peaceful nature-centric location with scenic views.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10.0 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Room service
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Elizabeth
United States“The lodge is located in a gorgeous, magical place in Sri Lanka….quiet, peaceful and well off the beaten tourist track. The view from my cabin was absolutely stunning. The property is a small working tea plantation and there are nice walks on farm...” 
Tatiana
Spain“Great nature scenery, very well decorated and friendly staff. Great to escape to a quiet place in the mountains”- Jevon
Sri Lanka“The host was great, And the food was really tasty.” - Reed
United Arab Emirates“Perfect location and the owner is wonderful and really cultured and so hospitable” - Erdem
Turkey“It is a little off the beaten path, but totally worth the visit. You can just stay in the hotel and enjoy the beautiful nature and breathtaking view or take a stroll to a waterfall where you can get a quick dip!” - Jeroen
Netherlands“The view and all around atmosphere was amazing. The bed was super comfortable en the owner explained us a lot about the tea plantation and even arranged for us to see a tea factory. Definitely advice to go here!” 
Catriona
United Kingdom“We adored staying at the backyard, the views are heavenly, the food is some of the best you’ll have in Sri Lanka. Sumith and his staff were masters of hospitality making us feel welcome and at home throughout. A little slice of paradise tucked...”- Grace
Indonesia“The location is great...the views from the rooms are absolutely amazing...its super quiet...Sumit goes above and beyond to make you feel comfortable...he can take you for a tea factory tour and go see waterfalls...I enjoyed it very much and highly...” - Lahiru Sri Lanka“The view is exceptional. The food is flavourful and the service is great. Bedding is high quality and very comfortable. Their Sri Lankan Breakfast is a must-have.”
- Lucy United Kingdom“The views were insanely gorgeous. Having a star lit dinner on our terrace and outdoor breakfast were memories that will live on for a long time. The calmness and energy were indescribable”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineIndian • Italian • Middle Eastern • Seafood • Thai • Local • Asian • Grill/BBQ
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
