Located in Rakwana, 47 km from Udawalawe National Park, Sanctuary provides a restaurant, mountain views and free WiFi. The property features pool and garden views. The guest house features a pool with a view with a fence, as well as a hot tub and room service. Some accommodation includes a flat-screen TV, as well as air conditioning and an outdoor dining area. At the guest house, every unit includes a private bathroom. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. The area is popular for cycling, and free use of bicycles is available at the guest house. An indoor play area is also available at Sanctuary, while guests can also relax in the garden. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 86 km from the accommodation.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 double beds
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.9
Facilities
7.1
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
7.9
Value for money
7.9
Location
8.8
High score for Rakwana
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  • Jorgen
    Denmark Denmark
    Well organised guesthouse. Clean and well prepared room. Beautifull environment.. Well prepared meals.
  • André
    Netherlands Netherlands
    De chef-kok is een zeer kundige chef-kok. Het eten was erg goed. Alleen de chef-kok spreekt geen Engels en dat is een uitdaging. Personeel is erg vriendelijk en het zwembad is mooi en schoon. Daarnaast ligt het in een leuk plaatsje waar bijna geen...
  • Patrick
    France France
    Bel hôtel ,grande piscine,beau jardin avec pleins d oiseaux,repas sur place très bon

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

Facilities of Sanctuary

Most popular facilities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Live music/performance
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Badminton equipment
  • Evening entertainment
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Billiards
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Tour desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
Business facilities
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
General
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 - outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • Pool with view
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Fence around pool
Pool 2 - outdoor (kids)Free!
  • Open all year
  • Suitable for kids
Wellness
  • Kids' pool
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Sanctuary takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 12:00 to 14:00

Check-out

From 10:00 to 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Visa American Express Cash Sanctuary accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Sanctuary

  • The prices at Sanctuary may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, Sanctuary is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Sanctuary on this page.

  • Room options at Sanctuary include:

    • Double
    • Family

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Sanctuary offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Billiards
    • Games room
    • Fishing
    • Evening entertainment
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Swimming Pool
    • Badminton equipment
    • Walking tours
    • Live music/performance
    • Movie nights
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Bike tours
    • Bicycle rental

  • Sanctuary has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • Check-in at Sanctuary is from 12:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Sanctuary is 450 yards from the centre of Rakwana. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.