About Uga Ulagalla
Uga Ulagalla is an exclusive boutique hotel, located just a 30-minute drive from the historic heart of Anuradhapura, in northern Sri Lanka. This resort combines modern luxury with a strong ecological focus. With an expansive private estate of over 58 hectares, including an organic garden, rice fields, and ponds, Ulagalla offers unparalleled tranquility and privacy. The lush nature, breathtaking scenery, and attention to comfort make your stay in this green oasis an unforgettable experience.
The heart of the resort is formed by a beautifully renovated, centuries-old manor house. Here you will find the lobby, restaurant, a stylish bar, an extensive spa, a spacious pool with comfortable loungers, a modern fitness center, and a cozy library.
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What you can expect:
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Private villas with plunge pool or swimming pool
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Exclusive boutique accommodation with an ecological focus
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Opportunity for a romantic private dinner at unique locations
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Large swimming pool in a tropical garden
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Luxury spa surrounded by lush foliage
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Excellent location to explore the Cultural Triangle of Sri Lanka
Impression


Your Stay
Uga Ulagalla offers 25 spacious villas, built with attention to detail using local materials. Each villa features its own plunge pool or swimming pool and is equipped with a luxurious ensuite bathroom with a bath and/or shower. Thanks to the large windows, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the rice fields and the surrounding jungle from your accommodation. The villas are designed with comfort and relaxation in mind and provide all the amenities for a carefree stay.
Hotel Information
Accommodation
The various villas are among the most luxurious accommodations in Sri Lanka. Each villa offers ultimate comfort with a king-size bed, a cozy sitting area, wooden floors, and a spacious private terrace.
Ulagalla Pool Villas
The 19 Ulagalla Pool Villas (79 m2) are designed to maximize enjoyment of the natural surroundings. Thanks to the large windows, you have a panoramic view of the jungle and rice fields. The villas feature a comfortable living and sleeping area, a private plunge pool, and a spacious wooden terrace with sun loungers, where you can relax perfectly.
Deluxe Ulagalla Villa
The five Deluxe Ulagalla Villas (195 m2) offer extra space and luxury. They include a separate living and dining room, a large bedroom, and two bathrooms. The private pool, surrounded by a spacious terrace with comfortable loungers, completes the experience.
Nikawewa Villa
The exclusive Nikawewa Villa (168 m2) is ideal for families and couples traveling together. Thanks to the large glass walls, you can enjoy a spectacular view of the surrounding rice fields. The villa features two spacious bedrooms with private bathrooms, a separate living and dining area, and a large private pool with a stunning panoramic view.
Restaurants
There are 2 exceptionally outstanding restaurants.
Dining at Kamatha Restaurant is a special experience. Located amidst the resort's rice fields, here you will enjoy an authentic "Kamatha" meal, a tribute to the royal recipes of an ancient Sri Lankan kingdom. You will taste the true flavors of the island, prepared with traditional techniques that have been in use for over 2000 years.
During this culinary journey, you will become acquainted with fragrant herbs, unique spices, and traditional cooking methods, such as cooking in handmade earthenware pots and over open wood fires. The dishes are prepared with fresh vegetables from Uga Ulagalla's organic garden, locally caught fish, and free-range meat. Traditional breads and rice varieties, originating from the resort's own rice fields, are also served.
At Liyawela restaurant, your culinary experience will undoubtedly be unforgettable. The traditional decor, highlighted by various shades of brown, reflects the characteristic atmosphere of the dry zone. This cozy dining location offers the best of Sri Lankan, Eastern, and Western cuisine, as well as fusion dishes. The upper terrace of the restaurant provides a breathtaking view of the lush green vegetation surrounding the resort.
For a unique experience, you can reserve a romantic private dinner at a special location, such as in the middle of the rice fields, surrounded by candlelight and the sounds of nature.
Swimming pool
The large pool at Ulagalla is hidden away in a lush garden and offers an oasis of tranquility. Take a refreshing dip or relax on one of the comfortable loungers while enjoying the tropical surroundings.
Spa / Wellness
The luxury spa at Uga Ulagalla offers an unforgettable experience of relaxation and rejuvenation. Located in the heart of the resort, the spa is discreetly hidden, surrounded by lush foliage that highlights the natural beauty of the environment. The walls are constructed from traditional wickerwork, giving the spa an authentic appearance, while blending seamlessly into the surroundings.
The interior of the spa is inspired by the calm of an underground cave, where the atmosphere of balance and serenity completely dissolves the rhythm of the outside world. Here, you can fully immerse yourself in tranquility, whether you choose a relaxing massage, one of the signature treatments, or a revitalizing therapy that restores harmony to your body and mind.
The expert spa therapists are recognized as some of the best in Sri Lanka, with international experience and training. All treatments and products meet the highest international standards, so you can trust that you are in the best hands.
For those who like to stay active, Ulagalla features a modern and fully equipped fitness center.
Activities
Sustainability
Uga Ulagalla is committed to sustainable tourism and utilizes innovative technologies to minimize its ecological footprint. The resort invests in solar energy, smart water management, and conservation efforts, allowing guests to enjoy luxury with respect for the environment.
Accommodation
The various villas are among the most luxurious accommodations in Sri Lanka. Each villa offers ultimate comfort with a king-size bed, a cozy sitting area, wooden floors, and a spacious private terrace.
Ulagalla Pool Villas
The 19 Ulagalla Pool Villas (79 m2) are designed to maximize enjoyment of the natural surroundings. Thanks to the large windows, you have a panoramic view of the jungle and rice fields. The villas feature a comfortable living and sleeping area, a private plunge pool, and a spacious wooden terrace with sun loungers, where you can relax perfectly.
Deluxe Ulagalla Villa
The five Deluxe Ulagalla Villas (195 m2) offer extra space and luxury. They include a separate living and dining room, a large bedroom, and two bathrooms. The private pool, surrounded by a spacious terrace with comfortable loungers, completes the experience.
Nikawewa Villa
The exclusive Nikawewa Villa (168 m2) is ideal for families and couples traveling together. Thanks to the large glass walls, you can enjoy a spectacular view of the surrounding rice fields. The villa features two spacious bedrooms with private bathrooms, a separate living and dining area, and a large private pool with a stunning panoramic view.
Restaurants
There are 2 exceptionally outstanding restaurants.
Dining at Kamatha Restaurant is a special experience. Located amidst the resort's rice fields, here you will enjoy an authentic "Kamatha" meal, a tribute to the royal recipes of an ancient Sri Lankan kingdom. You will taste the true flavors of the island, prepared with traditional techniques that have been in use for over 2000 years.
During this culinary journey, you will become acquainted with fragrant herbs, unique spices, and traditional cooking methods, such as cooking in handmade earthenware pots and over open wood fires. The dishes are prepared with fresh vegetables from Uga Ulagalla's organic garden, locally caught fish, and free-range meat. Traditional breads and rice varieties, originating from the resort's own rice fields, are also served.
At Liyawela restaurant, your culinary experience will undoubtedly be unforgettable. The traditional decor, highlighted by various shades of brown, reflects the characteristic atmosphere of the dry zone. This cozy dining location offers the best of Sri Lankan, Eastern, and Western cuisine, as well as fusion dishes. The upper terrace of the restaurant provides a breathtaking view of the lush green vegetation surrounding the resort.
For a unique experience, you can reserve a romantic private dinner at a special location, such as in the middle of the rice fields, surrounded by candlelight and the sounds of nature.
Swimming pool
The large pool at Ulagalla is hidden away in a lush garden and offers an oasis of tranquility. Take a refreshing dip or relax on one of the comfortable loungers while enjoying the tropical surroundings.
Spa / Wellness
The luxury spa at Uga Ulagalla offers an unforgettable experience of relaxation and rejuvenation. Located in the heart of the resort, the spa is discreetly hidden, surrounded by lush foliage that highlights the natural beauty of the environment. The walls are constructed from traditional wickerwork, giving the spa an authentic appearance, while blending seamlessly into the surroundings.
The interior of the spa is inspired by the calm of an underground cave, where the atmosphere of balance and serenity completely dissolves the rhythm of the outside world. Here, you can fully immerse yourself in tranquility, whether you choose a relaxing massage, one of the signature treatments, or a revitalizing therapy that restores harmony to your body and mind.
The expert spa therapists are recognized as some of the best in Sri Lanka, with international experience and training. All treatments and products meet the highest international standards, so you can trust that you are in the best hands.
For those who like to stay active, Ulagalla features a modern and fully equipped fitness center.
Activities
Sustainability
Uga Ulagalla is committed to sustainable tourism and utilizes innovative technologies to minimize its ecological footprint. The resort invests in solar energy, smart water management, and conservation efforts, allowing guests to enjoy luxury with respect for the environment.

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