Rainforest Edge, Ratnapura, Sri Lanka

Offering you the real sense of unspoiled nature along with adventures through the Sinharaja tropical rainforest, guests can look forward to a memorable stay at the Rainforest Edge. A perfect spot to witness Sri Lankan traditions with true Sri Lankan hospitality. With an eco friendly atmosphere all around the hotel, accommodation also consists of modern comfort in a simple setting not harming the natural approach of the surroundings. With a blend of Sri Lankan traditional ethnic dishes from their own gardens, the hotel also offers Ayurvedic programmes to totally rejuvenate your senses. Rainforest Edge Location Set against the backdrop of the Sinharaja Rainforest providing a pollution free tropical atmosphere, Rainforest Edge is located on top of a mountain with beautiful views of the surroundings. The property is located approximately 170km away from the Katunayake International Airport while the drive to the rainforest is only a mere 10 minutes. Rainforest Edge Accommodation Rainforest Edge offers full board accommodation on twin or double sharing basis as well as single accommodation with a supplement if required by guests. Your accommodation units are well designed to suit your needs with en suite facilities while a balance between ancient, traditional techniques & modern comfort is clearly visible in these eco friendly rooms. The energy source is a unique combination of solar energy and lamps with kerosene. Guests have a choice of the electric bulb or the lantern for reading and the solar heated hot water shower. Also to provide the harmony and balance with nature, rooms are not equipped with televisions or telephones. Rainforest Edge Facilities The main restaurant at the Rainforest Edge in Ratnapura offers guests breakfast, lunch and dinner which are traditional Sri Lankan meals prepared from the fresh produce grown in their very own organic farm without any sort of chemical manure. You can dine in a relaxed setting in the open air restaurant under a thatched roof with wonderful views and services by the hotel's culinary staff. The "Ambalama" which is a snack house is open from 7.00 am - 6.00 pm where you can taste "Kevili" which are Sri Lankan snacks, herbal drinks, tropical fruits and fresh juices as well as a fine cup of tea or coffee. The hotel management is also flexible enough for your special dietary requests. There are also Sri Lankan cookery lessons & demonstrations conducted by the villagers who are experts in traditional cooking. http://www.lanka.com/hotels/ratnapura/420-rainforest-edge-ratnapura-sri-lanka.html