Dudley Nature Resort

The property lives up to its name as a nature retreat, surrounded by trees, kept very clean, and the owner clearly takes pride in it. The rooms were comfortable with everything we needed, the pool was great, and it’s a nice spot for photos. The highlight was our first night’s dinner – an authentic Sri Lankan spread with seven vegetable curries, rice, and papadam, prepared by Dudley himself, who also cooks. It was our first real taste of Sri Lankan food and set the tone for the trip. The only downside was a fair number of mosquitoes, so bring repellent. I would definitely recommend it.

Suhas·3 weeks ago

The gardens are lovely with many birds, and the BBQ was delicious. Breakfast was plentiful and fresh, and the room was clean. However, many advertised facilities actually aren’t available – there’s no coffee shop or bar, no entertainment or spa. The room is very basic, lacking drawers or a wardrobe and only has one plug socket.

Tracey·3 weeks ago

The staff’s kindness, the exceptional tree and plant environment, the fabulous breakfast, and the pool – perfect for cooling off after a day of sightseeing – make this hotel highly recommended. You really feel at ease here. No complaints!

Corinne·A month ago

“homely vibe, it is more of DIY place!”

The barbecue was great, but the toilet door wouldn’t shut.

Rachsharma·A month ago

“Disappointing stay - Aggressive upselling and serious hygiene issues”

The only bright spot was breakfast; everything else—from the overall performance to the cleanliness—was terrible. I’d never recommend this place. We arrived exhausted and the owner kept pushing us to buy an overpriced safari tour; even after we went to our room, he knocked on our door and called us back, which felt intrusive and disrespectful. The room was unacceptable: we found about five frogs in the bathroom, and ants, insects, and flies swarmed everywhere. Furniture and surfaces were visibly dusty.

Sultan·A month ago