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The Sanctuary

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Sat, Jan 3
Fri, Jan 9
January 2026
February 2026
Nestled near Wilpattu National Park, The Sanctuary offers a serene escape with a beautiful garden and library. Enjoy local cuisine breakfast, unwind on the terrace or connect to in-room WiFi. Previous guests appreciated the multilingual staff.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • Multilingual staff
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free self parking
  • Free toiletries
CA $37
CA $49 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View | Bathroom
Deluxe Double Room, Garden View
Deluxe Double Room, Garden View
Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Grand Double Room, Garden View | Garden view
Grand Double Room, Garden View
Grand Double Room, Garden View
Grand Double Room, Garden View

Grand Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Number 1050, 12th Mile Post, Wanathavilluwa, NW, 61306

What's nearby

  • Wanathiwilliwa Reservoir - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Wilpattu National Park - 29 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Base Hospital Puttalam - 30 min drive - 26.1 km

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 2 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–9:30 AM

What to do

  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 36
  • 6 stairs to reach property
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately LKR 800 to 1500 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for LKR 5000.0 per day

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

The Sanctuary Guesthouse
The Sanctuary Wanathavilluwa
The Sanctuary Guesthouse Wanathavilluwa

Frequently asked questions

Does The Sanctuary offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Sanctuary does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Sanctuary?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Sanctuary?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Sanctuary?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Sanctuary and nearby?

The Sanctuary has a garden.

What's the area around The Sanctuary like?

The Sanctuary is located a short 5-minute walk from Wanathiwilliwa Reservoir.

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The Sanctuary Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were really friendly, amazing food and really gorgeous place. They took us on a wildlife tour where we saw otters and loris all on their grounds! There is not much in the local area so you need to keep this in mind if planning to visit a shop or restaurant during your stay, it’s not really possible
Bethany, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Sanctuary is hidden gem in the Wanathavillu town. The accommodation was very comfortable and the rooms spacious. The grounds have been imaginatively re-wilded and is now a haven for many species of birds and mammals. We were looked after very well by Dula and Achini and nothing was too much for them to ensure we enjoyed our stay there. The food was delicious, prepared and beautifully presented by Dinesha. We were taken on a night walking tour of the property and were thrilled to have a rare sighting of a Slender Loris, a roosting green snake and several roosting birds. During our brief stay at the Sanctuary we also saw the shy and secretive Mouse Deer, a mongoose and her baby and many varieties of birds. Will definitely return for a longer stay and would highly recommend this property to our overseas friends.
Marion, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

HR Solo traveller I visited the Sanctuary on the recommendation of a friend and thoroughly enjoyed my brief stay there. Great care and much thought has been given to the furnishings of the house. It has an extensive collection of books on wildlife and birds and I could have spent many hours browsing this collection. The food was delicious and I was looked after very well by Dula and his team. There is a good choice of excursions on offer, but I chose a half day tour to the Wilpattu National Park which is only about 30 minutes drive from the Sanctuary. Dula and his wife, Achini were my guides and they took a great deal of trouble to ensure that I had a memorable experience. We were fortunate to see leopard, elephants, sea eagles and much more. I will definitely return on my next visit to Sri Lanka.
Harry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed for two nights and planned a boat excursion on the Puttalam lagoon as well as a safari in Wilpattu National Park. The Sanctuary is located a convenient 14km from the park and a similar distance from the lagoon. The team arranged every single detail of our trip, and it was absolutely wonderful. From the delicious welcome drink, to the exceptionally tasty food, and superb excursions with the most well trained guides we had the holiday of a lifetime. The property itself is probably the best in Wilpattu and also on the island, with spacious, authentically decorated rooms. Every single little detail from the little wooden electrical switches to the well thought out living and dining spaces and incredibly beautiful bathrooms made the stay a real pleasure. The team led by Dula catered to our every need and anticipated everything in advance. They took us on walks around the property and were able to let us know when there were great bird sightings, especially a couple of barbots one more morning. The food was so good and so tasty, authentic, delicious Sri Lanka dishes like milk rice, hoppers and the most delicious pork curry on arrival made our food loving family's stay even more delightful. The highlight of the trip was the safari arranged by the team, where we saw multiple leopard, samar, deer and even an elephant in musth! The property has one of the best stocked wildlife libraries on the island and any wildlife and animal enthusiast will be inspired!
Ruwani, 2-night trip