Back of Beyond Pidurangala
Hotel category
Modest
Set in the shadows of the ancient Pidurangala Monastery, Back of Beyond Pidurangala is an eco-friendly hideaway that is tucked away amongst 4 acres of wilderness. Designed as a rustic nature retreat, this small hotel is ideal for those seeking to experience simple rural living and enjoy the sounds of the jungle. Accommodation at Back of Beyond Pidurangala comprises of three cottages; a detached three bedroom bungalow, and an open-air Tree House. The spacious Tree House offers an unforgettable immersion in the natural world, as your bedroom has neither walls nor doors and you will be waking up to a chorus of tropical bird songs. Within the Tree House the bedroom has beds draped with mosquito nets, there’s a writing desk on the lounge deck, and at the base of the tree, you will find a modern bathroom (shower only) with a western-style loo, a garden shower and a washbasin. The simply furnished bungalow and the cottages sport an ethnic atmosphere with polished cement floors, hand-made artefacts and feature overhead ceiling fans. These rooms also have the added benefit of an open-air attic that can be used to curl up and read a book or for playing indoor games with children. While the three cottages that share a lounge and a dining room can be booked as individual rooms; the bungalow with its three ensuite bedrooms, lounge and a dining room is offered on an exclusive basis. At Back of Beyond Pidurangala, delicious Sri Lankan as well as a small selection of Continental food with their distinct Sri Lankan twist is served in the dining hall and picnic lunches are arranged if guests choose to spend the day exploring the surrounding villages. As this hotel does not have an alcohol licence, guests are invited to bring their own. If you are seeking an unforgettable stay immersed in the natural world – Back of Beyond Pidurangala is one of the most enchanting natural retreats in Sri Lanka but is must be noted that the hotel doesn’t have a swimming-pool or Spa nor are televisions available.