Moksha at Kitulgala - Rainforest Boutique Hotel

Amazing lodge in the middle of the rainforest. Not a lot of restaurants around, so we were just going to eat at the hotel, not with a lot of hope or expectation. How wrong we were. Food was first class. Service was first class. The staff (Kenny!) was kind and courteous and arranged a tuk tuk driver (dhanushk!) to show us a local waterfall and go swimming in the pond. So much fun!

The location and the staff were absolutely wonderful - everyone was so welcoming and friendly.Kenny was our hero during our stay, whatever we asked for was arranged quickly and smoothly.The chef was incredible, and the food was simply amazing!

Nothing!!

We loved this hotel, nestled away in the middle of the rainforest with nature walks and a natural pool in the river next to the spotlessly clean hotel pool. The staff were professional and attentive. Nothing was too much trouble and always delivered with a smile. They helped arrange our travel and white water rafting/canyoning nearby which was an absolute highlight. The rooms were spotless and so comfortable, with a smart, modern bathroom. We really enjoyed the breakfasts and dinners, created by the Moksha's talented chefs, including fresh local organic fruits and vegetables. Make sure you try the Kitul syrup made from the trees in Kitulgala. And everything else they offer! This hotel is perfection!!

Nothing. It's perfect!

A lovely hotel. There are not many rooms, and it feels intimate. The location is stunning. The quality of the food is outstanding, every meal was excellent. The staff are outstanding, nothing too much trouble, and all charming and warm.

The hotel is a little remote so it is quite a long drive to get to places. However, it is incredibly tranquil.

I would really. Thank all of the staff especially the dining staff Chamara ,thathsara,Nimesh they were very freindly.

The location is amazing. The people in the hotel was really nice, all the time trying to fulfill all our needs. The food was amazing, typical dishes and not typical ones, everything was delicious. We also do some activities, a walking through the rain forest and it was so fun, our guide Danushka, show us everything!This is one of a kind hotel, if you want some relax time, combine with some adventurous activities this is your hotel.

The lunch was fabulous, the staff really friendly. The pool was great.

The bathroom was small and the shower leaked. The restaurant lacked ambiance. Not a luxury five star hotel for our standards.

Very kind personel, beautiful garden and architekture of the House, good food

Peaceful location, all the staff were really lovely. Hotel arranged a guide to take us to Mannakethi waterfalls which were only 15 minutes away. The waterfalls were really beautiful, we had a swim in the natural pool and were the only people there. The hotel also provided us with transport and safe driver to our next stop Nuwara Eliya.

Nothing to dislike

This is a beautiful property set amongst a stunning rain forest location but still close to the main town. The food was excellent and the rooms comfortable and as described. The staff were efficient. The team were very responsive on WhatsApp and were well prepared for our arrival. The gardens were beautiful .. sadly we didn’t have time to stay longer.

It’s a shame the dining area is closed and a little too cold in air conditioning. I think I prefer nice open air dining spaces as the weather was so lovely. Please invest in some soft pads under the heavy dining chairs so the noise of sliding the chairs over the beautiful wooden floor is reduced.

Great Stay with Lovely Amenities but Pricey ExtrasWe had a very nice stay at this hotel. The room was tidy, the swimming pool was well-maintained, and the natural pool was a unique and refreshing experience.Both breakfast and dinner were quite good, with a decent variety of options to enjoy.The hotel offers a range of activities, which is convenient, but we found them to be quite expensive compared to booking directly with local providers. Similarly, the laundry service was overpriced and charged in dollars, which was unexpected.Overall, it was a pleasant stay with great facilities, but some of the additional services felt overpriced.

Tours were pricy, laundry was very expensive.

food, service, natural pool

This property vastly exceeded our expectations! Like staying in the middle of an extensive and artfully designed tropical botanical garden with a picturesque creek running through it. Amazing that this high level of accommodation can be offered in such a remote location. Beds were of the finest quality and by far the best during our 2 week holiday. Food was worthy of a Michelin star. Staff was plentiful and eager to please. A solid 10 and highly recommended. Do not miss the magical paved jungle walking path all along the creek where you can safely swim in many spots.

Everything perfect

We loved everything about our stay! The staff was super friendly and very caring. The food was incredible and the hotel absolutely beautiful! Very clean, comfy bed, amazing location, nice pool area and a natural pool as well.We would definitely come back any time!

The only thing that we didn‘t like was, that there were not enough sun chairs. Only 8 in total which is not enough for 8 rooms.

Exactly as depicted, a beautiful lodge in the middle of the forest. Excellent food, and very friendly staff. A truly relaxing stay immersed in nature. They help to arrange a good guide for a nature walk. The menu, at first glance, is very heavy on European / Western food (pizza, pasta, tapas), which are fine but not exceptional. Go with the Sri Lankan menu options. You won't be disappointed.

Note that there are stairs, and no lift. Can be an issue for people with mobility issues. They need you to order your meal in advance, and quite insistent on this. I understand why, but they do this even prior to arrival, which is confusing. Would be nice if they offered a tea-time snack as part of their routine service, but if you ask they do provide it.

Room was clean, new, had all facilities. Staff were very helpful and friendly, and well-trained. We stayed in 5 hotels during our trip and moksha was outstanding for good management as well as good facilities.

Water pressure in shower is a bit weak. Minor point !

Lovely remote location. Beautiful setting and stylish building. Extremely comfy beds and friendly staff. Good food.

Slightly slow service at breakfast but that’s a small gripe.

We stayed 3 nights at Moksha, the property itself was great, the bedrooms were very modern, clean, great a/c and amazing views from the balcony. The hotel organized transport and guided walk to one of the waterfalls nearby and a hike in the rain forest, which we recommend. The staff were very friendly and available to assist without being overwhelming. The breakfast was exceptional, we also had all our meals at the hotel and had a different menu every night.

Super comfy rooms, top notch service and embedded in the lap of nature.

Everything was exceptional. A true 5 star experience, nothing to complain about. We stayed 3 nights at Moksha. We had most of our meals, as well as we did a tour to a waterfall and a hike in the rain forest from the hotel, which can be recommended. The staff were very friendly and helpfull. The dining was exceptional, we had a new food experience every night.