Udawatta Kele (UK) Forest Lodge
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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Udawatta Kele (UK) Forest Lodge in Kandy offers a lodge with a garden, terrace, restaurant, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and mountain views. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves local cuisine with vegetarian and dairy-free options. Breakfast includes local specialties, warm dishes, juice, pancakes, and fruits. Live music enhances the dining experience. Convenient Location: Located 12 mi from Victoria Reservoir Kandy Seaplane Base, the lodge is near attractions such as Sri Dalada Maligawa (less than 0.6 mi) and Kandy City Center Shopping Mall (17-minute walk). Free parking is available. Guest Favorites: Guests highly rate the property for its family-friendliness, host, and breakfast provided by the lodge.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Air conditioning
- Garden
- Terrace
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
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Malaysia
“Location is a bit tricky as the only access to the lodge is by walking up staircase. Friendly lady owner and good communication. She is happy to prepare the breakfast earlier than usual time as I need to leave for my destinations early.” - David
Sri Lanka
“We really enjoyed it here ☺️ The place is perfectly located if you want to stay close to the temple/centre (10min walking distance) and still in a calm surrounding. In Kandy is a lot of traffic so it is good to stay in a calm neighborhood. The...” - Unamboowe
United States
“Beautiful little lodge tucked away in the Udawatta Forest. The views from this place are spectacular! Rooms and bathrooms were very clean. The rooms were quite spacious too. Loved the jungle vibe in the bathroom. The breakfast experience was well...” - Laurent
France
“Warm welcome Good cooking dinner/breakfast Globally calm” - Bernard
Netherlands
“The host family was extremely friendly. They cooked very special dinners and breakfasts for us, gave great advice on remote and beautiful hikes, and even arranged last minute train tickets for the train to Ella for us. The location is great,...” - Adegroot
Netherlands
“We had a fantastic stay here. The owner and her mother and son were very kind. The food was amazing and they even sent me some recipes. Ask for Sri Lankan breakfast if you like local food. The location is great, close to the city centre, temple of...” - Anna
United Kingdom
“The hosts were lovely, very welcoming and cooked an amazing breakfast and dinner. It was great to eat outside where you can hear all the wildlife as you’re right on the edge of a forest. It’s easy to walk into the centre of Kandy and around the...” - J
United Kingdom
“The family were exceptionally helpful and friendly. Nilimi is the most loving lady and an amazing cook. You must take up on the offer of home cooked food.” - Susan
Australia
“Our hosts were the most lovely and warm family, delicious food and beautiful views over the city.” - Peter
Malaysia
“A quiet location on edge of Udawatta Forest as well as a short walk to lake and town. Excellent hosts who went out of their way to make stay as enjoyable as possible. Would certainly look to stay at UK Forest Lodge next time in Kandy”
Area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant
- CuisineLocal
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Please inform Udawatta Kele (UK) Forest Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.