Mapakada Village - Mahiyanganaya

Location: Mapakada wewa, Mahiyangana, lk

Star Rating: 4 Stars

Property Type: Resorts

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Check-out: 11:30 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Air conditioning
• Swimming pool
• Restaurant
• Room service
• Terrace
• Family rooms
• BBQ facilities
• Luggage storage
• Safety deposit box
• Fax/photocopying
• Tour desk
• Ironing service
• Car hire
• Packed lunches
• Currency exchange
• Non-smoking throughout
• Private check-in/check-out
• Board games/puzzles
• Shuttle service (additional charge)
• Concierge service
• Grocery deliveries
• Kid meals
• Evening entertainment
• Infinity pool
• Outdoor furniture
• Fruits
• Shallow end
• Badminton equipment
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Invoice provided
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
• Physical distancing in dining areas
• Key access
• Food delivered to guest room
• CCTV outside property
• Process in place to check health of guests
• Access to health care professionals
• 24-hour security
• Delivered food - securely covered
• Security alarm
• Happy hour
• Cooking class
• Supervised childcare/activities
• Television in common areas
• Free wired internet
• Playground on site
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Beach umbrellas
• Pool sun loungers
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Internet access
• Housekeeping on request
• Private picnics
• Wine release events
• Reception hall
• Exercise/lap pool
• Japanese garden
• Secured parking
• Fishing nearby
• Swimming nearby
• Water sports equipment
• Hosted evening meal (reserve)
• Bicycle-friendly property
• Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
• Vegetarian menu options available
• Paddle boating nearby
• Accessible shuttle
• No accessible shuttle

Rooms Available

• Standard Quadruple Room

  The unit has 2 beds.

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

• Deluxe Quadruple Room

  1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

  293-sq-foot room, located on the top floor, garden views

  
  

  Layout - 14 bedrooms

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

  Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, room service (limited hours), and free bottled water

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Desk, phone, and window screens

  Comfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioning

  Accessibility - Tile flooring in room

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available

  Non-Smoking

  Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Satellite channels
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bidet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Shampoo
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free WiFi
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Soap
  • Window screens
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
  • Location - top floor
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bed sheets (on request)
  • Desk chair

• Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

  195-sq-foot individually decorated room, located on the top floor, balcony with garden views

  
  

  Layout - 14 bedrooms and sitting area

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

  Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, room service (limited hours), and free bottled water

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Shower with a rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Desk, phone, and window screens; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (surcharge) available on request

  Comfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioning

  Accessibility - Phone accessibility kit

  Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available

  Non-Smoking

  Room is accessed via exterior corridors

  Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Satellite channels
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bidet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Shampoo
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Separate sitting area
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free WiFi
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Soap
  • Window screens
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
  • Location - top floor
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bed sheets (on request)
  • Desk chair

• Deluxe Triple Room

  1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

  210-sq-foot room, located on the top floor, garden views

  
  

  Layout - 14 bedrooms

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

  Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, room service (limited hours), and free bottled water

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Desk, phone, and window screens

  Comfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioning

  Accessibility - Tile flooring in room

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available

  Non-Smoking

  Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Satellite channels
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bidet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Shampoo
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free WiFi
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Soap
  • Window screens
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
  • Location - top floor
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bed sheets (on request)
  • Desk chair

• Deluxe Room

  Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a tiled floor, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

• Deluxe Double Room

  This double room features air conditioning and tile/marble floor. It offers views of Mapakada lake and the surrounding mountains.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Satellite channels
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bidet
  • Linen
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Smoke alarm
  • Key access
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser

• Superior Double or Twin Room with Lake View

  This air-conditioned twin/double room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with lake views.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Satellite channels
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bidet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Smoke alarm
  • Key access
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation

Guest Reviews

• Polina (9/5): - Makapada Village is located near the beautiful lake. We enjoyed a cup of coffee and pizza feasting our eyes on it. This hotel is ideal nature lovers. There is a beautiful cockatoo that you can talk.The hotel is not far from the Mahiyanganaya Viharaya Temple. The shower has excellent pressure! We upgraded our room and got a new one with a lake view (yet, not for free!, despite there were plenty of free suites). The next day, we crossed the lake by kayak with Rangana and swam in the channel on the other side of the lake. It was a great experience!!! The staff were amiable and helpful, especially in the pizza restaurant Wewa Addara and the young girl at the reception. We pre-ordered breakfast and dinner, but portions of soups and salads were small. We mostly enjoyed coffee, fresh juices, and pizza from their restaurant during day time. There were a few vegetarian options with fresh ingredients. My advice would be to try the vegetarian options, which include fresh salads (without mayonnaise), greenery and soups, as well as natural Sri Lankan curd (without jelatine), which can be used to make a variety of healthy dishes. Also, if there are enough free rooms, the hotel management could upgrade guests' rooms for free. Guests would be happy and write good reviews about the hotel's generosity :)
• Amadeus (10/5): - Very unique location, right next to a large beautiful lake. Canoieing on it with the whole lake to ourselves was a highlight. The hotel is clean, the staff is friendly and professional, and there are a lot of nice places to relax (pool, hammocks, etc). The Sri Lankan food was absolutely delicious. Don't order the Western stuff.
• Serdar (10/5): -
• Fiona (9/5): - Beautiful lakeside stay with a peaceful, relaxing vibe. Staff are incredibly friendly and helpful, and the views over the lake are stunning—especially at sunset. Rooms are clean and comfortable, and they were accommodating with charging my electric tuk-tuk, which was a big plus. Overall a great place to unwind for a night or two.
• cemal (10/5): - The reception, the rooms and the grounds
• Leone (9/5): - Tout est super à Mapalada Village : La vue, la chambre, le service, la nourriture La nature est dingue autour de l’hotel Je recommande vivement Rien
• Lynsey (10/5): Amazing - The staff were amazing. The grounds around the lake were stunning. I was a solo female traveller, and staff couldn't do enough to help me and ensure I was looked after extremely well. They arranged an evening boat tour and took some pictures, and did some videos for me. I loved this hotel and all the staff made my stay unforgettable. Thank you so much for your warm hospitality. Definitely the best place i have stayed In sri lanka. I would highly recommend I wish I had stayed for longer
• Pubudu (9/5): -
• léonard (8/5): Expérience pas parfaite mais hôtel top - Hôtel très propre, chambre agréable, manager au petit soin On est arrivé une partie de l’hôtel était réservé par des locaux qui ont fait la fête dans beaucoup de bruit et on occupant de toute la piscine. Le manager nous a fait une réduction acceptable pour les désagrément. Sans ça l’hôtel est bien!
• Christopher (9/5): Stunning, tranquil location and setting - Beautiful pool, gorgeous lakeside location, kind and helpful staff, delicious buffet breakfast. Because of the negatives with our room they kindly took us out for a sunrise boat ride where we saw many birds and a huge bat colony. Was also fun to take out the kayaks. Our family room had a small balcony with a view of air conditioning units and a communal hallway, with strong smells from the kitchen. Also I don’t think the floor had been properly mopped before our stay as the floor was still dirty.
• Mathias (8/5): - Gute Lage zwische Ella und Sigiriya. Wir haben den Zug von Ella nach Badulla genommen. Von dort sind wir dann mit einem Stop in Mahiyangana nach Sigiriya gereist. Die Kinder hatten freude am Pool und auch das Personal war sehr kinderfreundlich. Es gab auch eine kleine Überraschung... Die Fahrt auf dem See war auch sehr schön. Leider haben wir keine Elefanten gesehen. Dafür gab es viele Vögel, Flughunde und auch einen Varan zu sehen...
• Sandra (10/5): Exceptionnel ! - Cet hôtel est exceptionnel !! Un havre de paix et pour un prix très raisonnable je vous conseille les yeux fermés cet hôtel, nous avons tous adoré notre temps là bas et nous avons même vu un éléphant ! 🐘 Rien
• Vabba (9/5): - Mapakada Village was a lovely peaceful stay. We needed to relax after many days of travelling and we spent two days by the pool/lake just relaxing and taking in the beautiful view and immersed in nature. The the seafood rice and curry was delicious and the staff were all friendly and super nice :) we chat a lot with the general manager Dinesh and with Kansihka from f&b. Also super thanks to Sajath at the front office and the waiter Siyam. We would definitely recommend for a nice relax stay and they also have many lake activities like renting kayaks and boat tours Thanks guys :)
• Lena (9/5): Sehr schön - I spent a few really lovely days at the hotel. Room 703 with a view of the lake is highly recommended. Since I had booked several nights, the hotel offered me a free kayak tour, which was truly unique. I saw two elephants coming out of a kind of mini jungle, entering the water and swimming - and all of this from very close (within a safe distance, of course). Apart from a single fishing boat, we were the only ones on the lake, which made the whole experience feel very authentic. I was also spontaneously invited to join a nighttime boat tour, which the hotel staff organizes once a week to document wildlife. It was a very special feeling to be out on the lake at night, watching the birds. On my last day, just before departure, I was told that elephants were at the other end of the lake, so we quickly grabbed the kayak again and paddled over. As a farewell gift, I received two jars of homemade chili and jam. Depending on where you sit at breakfast, you can watch monkeys - but be careful, they like to snatch food! When it comes to the food, I would have preferred it to be fresher (especially the pastries at breakfast). Otherwise, everything was great: staff was extremely attentive, room was clean, WiFi and AC worked well, and filtered water was provided free of charge.
• Nadeesha (8/5): -
• Rankin (10/5): Wonderful - We stopped here on our drive from Galle and when we arrived there was a wedding function still going. We had to wait a while until it finished to book in however as a thank you the staff were very kind in upgrading us to a balcony room. The view of the lake was so beautiful both at night and first thing in the morning. Unfortunately my husband was not well but the care shown by the manager was outstanding, above and beyond his role he contacted me after we left offering help if needed. Highly recommend visiting this hotel. Nothing
• Dara (7/5): Sadly didn’t live up to its potential - - beautiful lake, very peaceful surroundings - the boat tour was amazing - at least one of the rooms is just a bit weird and not at all worth what we paid for it - ac unit really loud, the toilet didn’t flush properly so was always running, shower kept flooding bathroom, right next to staff staircase so loud from 6am - pool not as nice/big/clean as pictures - the staff were really lovely but there were quite a few issues/mistakes - all rectified with a smile but we just would have preferred not to have so many happen
• Antony (9/5): Beautiful lakeside hotel - Great hotel overlooking the beautiful lake , amazing staff and large rooms with great a/c. Definitely do the high tea cruise around the lake see birds , fruit bats and elephants washing each other in the lake amazing We had the only room without a lake view but maybe that's the only triple room , restaurant is a bit slow , and seems a bit disorganised, but food very good
• Jana (10/5): - We had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The entire staff was incredibly kind, attentive, and welcoming, making us feel comfortable from the very first moment. A very special highlight was that my boyfriend celebrated his birthday during our stay. The hotel staff spontaneously organized a birthday cake in the morning, which was such a thoughtful and lovely surprise. We truly appreciated this gesture – it made our stay even more memorable. We also had a last-minute request to have our laundry washed, and the team handled it immediately and very efficiently. The service was outstanding. The pool was beautiful and a perfect place to relax, and the hotel’s location by the lake was absolutely stunning and very peaceful. We can highly recommend this hotel to anyone and would like to sincerely thank the entire team for their warm hospitality and for making our stay so special. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nothing
• Chamath (9/5): We particularly enjoyed the breakfast on the boat experience! - We enjoyed our stay at Mapakada Village and seeing the wildlife! For the most part the experience was great! We did have a few mix ups in our dinner orders which the staff handled well.
• Sabrina (10/5): -
• alinda (8/5): Top - De plek. Prachtig zwembad. Super lieve mensen de kok Nuwan heeft zelfs speciaal voor ons gekookt. Even geen rijst en curry 😉 Heel bijzonder. Uitzicht van de kamer. Omgeving naast het hotel staat vaak een tuk tuk taxi hij brengt je overal naar toe.
• Sabrina (9/5): - Die Lage der Unterkunft ist ein Traum. Wundervoller Blick auf den See und wir hatten das Glück, dass wir sehr lange zwei Elefanten beim planschen zuschauen konnten. Die Mitarbeiter waren überaus freundlich und hilfsbereit und haben uns wertvolle Tipps für unseren nächsten Stop gegeben. Wir waren nur eine Nacht dort, da wir dies als Zwischenstopp nach Ella genutzt haben und haben uns für eine Nacht sehr wohl gefühlt.
• Adriana (10/5): - Amazing location and helpful staff! We booked kayaks during sunset and was such a beautiful experience. Great value for the money I would have appreciated more non-spicy food options at the dinner buffet for our babies
• Tim (10/5): Heerlijk plekje! - We had a amazing stay in Mapakada village! We stayed with our 1,5 year old daughter. Our room had a great view over the pool and lake and was very clean and looked nice. Really friendly staff and warm welcome. Food was good and the view over the lake was stunning. We even saw a elephant crossing during our dinner. We could only stay here for one night, but we would stayed longer if we had the time. Really recommend this place and if you do, don’t forget to do breakfast on the boat. It’s like a mini safari with breakfast.
• Lorie (10/5): Modern hotel with a beautiful view - Rooms are clean and modern. Helpful and kind staff. Beautiful view of the lake. .
• Thomas (10/5): Un petit paradis au Sri Lanka - L’emplacement est de toute beauté. La vue sur le lac, notamment de la Chanbre. L’esthétisme Entier de l’hôtel Le personnel qui se plie en quatre. La diversité de la faune et de la flore Nous avons nagé dans le lac tous les jours La literie.
• Martin (9/5): Great hotel close to nature, friendly staff - Newly renovated spacious well designed room overlooking a garden and large lake with wild elefants visiting and many birds nearby. Very helpful and kind staff.
• Kasun Priyasad (9/5): It was truly a memorable and peaceful stay with outstanding service, beautiful nature, and just a few small areas that c - I stayed at Mapakada Village Hotel in Mahiyanganaya on the 6th of February 2026. I initially planned to stay for two nights (6th and 7th), but unfortunately the hotel was fully booked on the 7th due to high demand. After experiencing my stay, I completely understand why — it truly is a wonderful place. Mapakada Village is a charming boutique hotel, yet the rooms are maintained at a five-star level. The ambiance and architecture give the property a refined and elegant character while still blending beautifully with nature. It offers the perfect balance between luxury and serenity. The staff were exceptionally friendly and welcoming. It is very clear that they are properly trained, as everyone greeted us warmly with genuine smiles. A special thank you to Mr. Dinesh, the General Manager, for his friendliness and hospitality. I would also like to especially appreciate Navindu — his service was outstanding. He is extremely attentive, active, welcoming, and responds immediately to every request. His friendly attitude and professionalism truly stood out. I would confidently give him a 10/10 for service and I strongly believe he has a very promising future in the hospitality industry. The property itself is beautifully maintained and offers a calming environment. The birds within the premises create a lovely natural atmosphere, adding to the peaceful experience. The infinity pool overlooking the lake is absolutely stunning. Even though it is slightly on the smaller side, it is perfect for relaxing while enjoying the breathtaking lake view. The surrounding garden is filled with lush greenery and majestic, age-old trees, giving the place a truly natural and serene feeling. You can see flocks of birds flying across the sky almost every minute, which adds to the magical ambiance. The hotel is also located facing an elephant crossing. If you are lucky, you may witness wild elephants walking right in front of the property — a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Areas for improvement: While the overall experience was excellent, I believe the food can be improved. The taste and combinations were average compared to the high standards maintained in other areas of the hotel. With such a beautiful property and exceptional service, enhancing the culinary experience would elevate the overall stay significantly. Investing in a well-experienced F&B Manager could make a remarkable difference. Additionally, although the bathrooms were spacious and comfortable, I noticed that some of the hinges were slightly oxidized. Using higher quality fittings would further enhance the premium feel of the rooms. Overall, it was a truly memorable stay, and I would happily return again — hopefully next time for two nights!
• Vegar (10/5): -
• jayaweera (10/5): - We stayed at Mapakada Village for 1 night and we wish we could stay longer..The hospitality and the standard was top notch from the point we entered the hotel..The rooms have been renovated recently and I loved interior of the hotel as well as the rooms..It gave the vibe of a cozy boutique hotel..The view was the most exceptional thing here..We got a superior double room and it had a beautiful view covering the lake as well as the swimming pool..The infinity pool facing the lake was beautiful as well..And we could use the pool anytime we wanted to..The food was also good and they were nice enough to cut a cake for my mother who stayed with us when they got to know it was her birthday ..The staff was very helpful and never hesitated to cater to our requirements..It is just 12 minutes from the Town and the transportation is really easy even if you use public transport..Definitely would come back if we visit Mahiyanganaya again. The buffet spread of the breakfast could have been bit more expanded..
• Shyamale (10/5): - From the moment I arrived, the staff went above and beyond to make sure every request was met with warmth and efficiency. A heartfelt thank you to the resident manager, Dinesh, whose dedication and care truly set the tone for my stay. His leadership shines through the entire team, and together they delivered an exceptional level of hospitality that made me feel valued and cared for. The property itself is a hidden gem—serene, peaceful, and tucked away from the noise of the world. Surrounded by lush greenery and the calming presence of the lake, it felt like stepping into a sanctuary of tranquility. The atmosphere is both rejuvenating and inspiring, making it the perfect escape for anyone seeking rest and reflection. I salute Dinesh and his crew for creating such a memorable experience. Their genuine kindness and professionalism turned a simple one-night stay into something truly special. Mapakada Village is a treasure in Mahiyanganaya, and I cannot recommend it highly enough.
• Bruce (10/5): A superb luxurious but good value hotel in NA undiscovered and serene area of Sri Lanka. With an infinity edge pool. - An incredible good value and luxurious hotel overlooking a beautiful lake. The hotel has an infinity pool overlooking the most beautiful landscape we saw wild elephants and eagles. The staff are so kind and helpful. Everything was just perfect.
• Sri (9/5): -
• nilangi (10/5): Highly recommend.. - We chose this resort to celebrate our anniversary, and the experience was absolutely delightful. The staff was kind enough prepare a complimentary cake which made us feel truly welcomed and valued. The entire stay had been quaint and peaceful... The food was delicious, the staff were friendly and attentive. The swimming pool overlooking the lake was really beautiful.. Both the room and the bathroom were clean and equipped with badic amneties. The resort is perfectly in harmony with nature, making it an ideal place to relax and unwind on a special occasion or during a quiet getaway...
• Gianluca (8/5): Sosta lontana dal caos cittadino e immersa nel verde - Location sul fiume suggestiva, personale cordiale.
• Justin (9/5): Relaxing and enjoyable. - The food was great and the property was beautiful. Nice little pool that my kids enjoyed. What really stood out was the staff. They stopped to visit and check on us whenever they saw us. Genuinely wanted to make sure we enjoyed our stay. I would definitely stay again. Nothing stood out as a negative.
• Yuliya (10/5): - Прекрасный отель. В номере комфортно и чисто. Вкусные завтраки и ужины. Ухоженная территория.
• Lokhee (10/5): Best decision we made in Sri Lanka - We booked every accommodation before coming to Sri Lanka except for the route from Sigiriya to Ella, because we weren’t sure if we would do the famous Kandy–Ella train trip. In the end, we decided not to do it since we don’t really like big cities like Kandy, and we simply didn’t feel like doing what everyone else does. So we booked this hotel just one night before, and it turned out to be the best decision we made on this trip. Mapakada Village is an incredibly beautiful and peaceful place. Especially the drive from Sigiriya — oh my god… it was sooooo beautiful and became one of my favorite days in Sri Lanka. Everyone at Mapakada Village welcomed us with warm smiles and such kindness. The room was spotlessly clean, modern, and beautifully decorated — easily one of the best hotel rooms we stayed in during our time in Sri Lanka. We went kayaking around the lake, and it was so much fun! We saw many birds and bats, and kayaking through the jungle felt like being in a movie. We were honestly so sad to leave this place. We will definitely come back. Thank you so much to the team at Mapakada Village ❤️ Nothing
• Martin (8/5): Beautifully stay on the way to Ella 🌴☀️ - Really niceee stay like the pictures! Perfect "Motel" on the way from Sigiriya to Ella with tuktuk 🤪🌴☀️
• kim (9/5): Aanrader! - Prachtig uitzicht, lekker bed en fijne badkamer. Zwembad met uitzicht en heel fijn personeel dat alles voor je wil doen. Wij hebben met Ushan genoten van breakfast on the boat, een aanrader! Niks!
• Giuseppe (10/5): - Di gran lunga la struttura più bella del nostro viaggio in Sri Lanka! L'unica con un architettura così curata e sulle sponde di bellissimo lago. Appena arrivati ci hanno organizzato subito un uscita sul lago per vedere un elefante. Fantastico
• Tamara Van (10/5): We loved staying at Mapakada Village! - The service from the staff was outgoing. We also saw lots of animals from from pur room. The food was really good and you should definitely do a kayaking tour around 17:00 pm, you will see thousands of bird and other animals in the park. We also had breakfast on the lake, which we should definitely recommend.
• Jackson (10/5): -
• Steve (10/5): Breakfast on the lake is a must - Great location, clean, friendly service
• Lankika (9/5): -
• Eva Lemke (10/5): - Schitterend verblijf aan het meer! We werden warm welkom geheten en kregen een fantastische kamer met uitzicht over het meer en een heerlijk bed. Ook het diner en ontbijt waren heerlijk. Wij hadden Kayaks gehuurd en kwamen naast prachtige vogels ook twee wilde olifanten tegen! Zou dit verblijf aan iedereen aanraden die een beetje van de toeristische route af wil! Niks
• Veronika (10/5): - I absolutely loved this place. The location is slightly away from the main tourist areas, which made our stay feel truly authentic and peaceful. One evening we went for a kayak ride and didn’t expect to see so much wildlife. There were flocks of herons, flying foxes hanging in the trees, a swimming monitor lizard, and most memorably, two wild elephants — all accompanied by a breathtaking sunset. The hotel and room were very nice and comfortable, and the pool was amazing and always clean. The staff were incredibly kind and welcoming. We also joined a jeep tour to Maduru Oya National Park, and we were the only jeep there, which made the experience very special. It was much more enjoyable than the overcrowded Yala. We saw many birds, elephants, and even foxes. A perfect place for anyone looking for nature, wildlife, and a genuine, non-touristy experience in Sri Lanka.
• Elske (7/5): De locatie is prachtig aan het meer maar ik zou het niet aanraden. - Het personeel was heel vriendelijk en behulpzaam. Ze hebben ons geholpen met een taxi voor onze vergeten spullen. Dat was super fijn. De deur was stuk waardoor onze kamer niet op slot kon. De kamer rook naar schimmel en het was heel gehorig. We hebben een erg slechte nacht gehad hierdoor.
• Eleonore (7/5): - Die Unterkunft ist super schön gelegen. Überall sind schöne Vögel unterwegs und sogar einen Elefanten haben wir gesehen. Zudem schwamm mehrmals am Tag ein Varan vorbei. Einfach super spannend. Die Zimmer waren gemütlich und die kleinen Schönheitsfehler im Bad haben uns nicht weiter gestört. Obwohl es viel geregnet hat, hatten wir einen schönen Aufenthalt. Jedoch: Beim ersten Abendessen waren wir etwas enttäuscht. Es gab einen Appetizer, Vorsuppe, Hauptgericht und Nachtisch. Für uns unnötig und übertrieben. Wir wollten kein westliches Essen, es war auch leider nicht wirklich gut. Das Nasi goreng war auch nicht so unseres und wir haben auch schon Indonesien besucht. Jedoch muss man dazu sagen, dass das Hotel auch direkt das Essen angepasst hat, als wir gesagt haben, dass wir lieber rice & Curry zum Frühstück und auch zum Abendessen haben wollen. Das war dann sehr gut (nur etwas scharf für uns als Europäer). Das hat uns aber nicht gestört. Am schönsten hätten wir es gefunden, wenn richtig einheimisches Curry mit Tontöpfen angeboten worden wäre. Die Dinnerzeit war uns mit 7:30-9:30 pm auch viel zu spät. Teilweise hatte man auch das Gefühl, dass das Gemüse aus der Tiefkühlung benutzt wurde. Dabei hat Sri Lanka so tolles Gemüse. Die Getränke waren zudem extrem teuer. Man bezahlt halt den tollen Ausblick... Für den Preis hätten wir uns nur einfach etwas mehr gewünscht
• Lieke (10/5): Beste verassing van Sri Lanka tot nu toe - De locatie, het uitzicht, het personeel, alles was perfect! We zijn met de tuktuk door Sri Lanka aan het reizen en wilde de trein van Kandy naar Ella pakken. Door de cycloon ging de treinreis niet door en om het hele stuk tussen Sigiriya en Ella te rijden was te ver. Gelukkig kwamen we per toeval deze parel tegen en dit is het allermooiste hotel wat we tot nu toe gezien hebben. Het personeel is ook echt geweldig. We hadden een heerlijke relaxte middag/avond gehad en ik raad het letterlijk iedereen aan. Top verblijf!
• Franziska (8/5): Peaceful - Extremely friendly staff Nice pool and view on the lake Food was great Difficult to get a taxi Small room with no hair dryer
• Gunde (8/5): Gut - Der erste Eindruck war super. Extrem höfliches Personal, toller Service wie 5 Sterne. Schöne Lage am See. Schickes Zimmer, gute Matratze. Das Bad braucht einen guten Handwerker ( überall Kleinigkeiten kaputt), es riecht aus dem Ausfluss… ein Haarföhn wäre schön. die Buffets morgens und abends bieten zwar Auswahl, aber begrenzt- wir hatten mehr erwartet. Unbedingt verbessern sollte man die Zimmertür: das Schloss ist absolut nicht sicher und man hört wirklich jedes Geräusch, als wenn die Tür auf wäre… viel zu dünne Tür, entspricht nicht dem schicken Hotel
• Rosa (10/5): Exceptional hospitality and stunning lake views. - We had a fantastic stay at Mapakada Village. The property is beautiful and very well maintained, and the renovated rooms offered a comfortable stay with a nice view of Mapakada Lake. What really makes this place special is the people. The hospitality was top-notch from start to finish. The lady at the front desk was super helpful, and the manager was incredibly friendly and supportive. He even took the time to help us get clarity on our route home. A special mention goes to Ranga, who was very knowledgeable and helpful. He took us on a boat ride along the lake, which was the highlight of our trip. The boat ride is an absolute must. I highly recommend doing it for either evening high tea or breakfast. We will definitely be back!
• Vidanapathirana (9/5): Exceptional - Hotel environment is exceptional .hotel staff is very helpful .Hotel maneger is exceptionally good and friendly .
• Steffy P. (10/5): - Bienvenida con toalla fría y refrescante. También con té de la zona y galletitas dulces de diferentes tipos. Nos hicieron un upgrade sin coste. La cena y desayuno abundante y rico. Al atardecer un paseo por los jardines y una Lion con vistas al lago. El personal una maravilla, amables y atentos. Repetiríamos sin dudarlo. Gracias por hacer de nuestra estancia un lujo.
• Dissanayaka (10/5): - We stayed one night at this hotel in Mapakada Village, Mahiyanganaya, and it was a really pleasant experience. The staff were very friendly, kind, and helpful, which made us feel comfortable from the moment we arrived. The environment was peaceful and relaxing, and the rooms were clean, comfortable, and well equipped with good facilities. One of the highlights was the beautiful view near Mapakada Lake, which added a special charm to the stay. The food was excellent, and we especially loved the "Kurakkan Kenda " it was truly delicious and unique. Overall, everything from the service to the surroundings was great. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a calm and comfortable stay in Mahiyanganaya. We would definitely love to visit again.
• Thilak (6/5): Okay stay but not up to expectations. - Basic Sri Lankan breakfast. Good sandwiches and dinner acceptable for the location. Nice location, but first arrival makes you feel regretful. Bathrooms still under renovation. Noisy doors hard to close. Balcony doors need securing, though not on ground floor. Hard to justify the price paid, though understand the difficulties.
• Sergio (10/5): Hotel magico e inolvidable - Simplemente el hotel más maravilloso y espectacular en el que nunca he estado! El hotel es precioso, muy grande y con unas instalaciones inmejorables. Nuestra habitación era una deluxe con vistas al lago, muy amplia, moderna, todo super limpio y cuidado, con todo lo necesario. Nos sentimos muy cómodos, la terraza es impresionante con unas vistas preciosas al jardín, la piscina y al lago. El personal es muy amable siempre pendiente de nosotros de que no nos faltara de nada, siempre sonrientes muchas gracias por vuestro trato! La piscina es preciosa, muy limpia y cuidada y no paraban de pasar por delante monos y pavos, estábamos en plena naturaleza fue genial. Pudimos tomar el desayuno en un barco que tienen dando un paseo por el lago y esta experiencia me dejó sin palabras: un desayuno muy completo con bollería, panes, zumos, fruta fresca, huevos, salado.. mil cosas y todo delicioso! Ese desayuno nunca lo olvidaremos porque fue como hacer un safari y mientras desayunábamos vimos elefantes muy cerca, murciélagos y muchos pájaros. Ushan nos explicó todos los animales en el barco y fue muy simpático, también el hombre que conducía el barco fue muy amable! El manager Dinesh fue genial, muy amable y educado, pendiente de nosotros, gracias a todo por hacer de nuestro día algo inolvidable!
• Nynke (10/5): Heerlijk verblijf - We hebben een dag verlengd, omdat het verblijf hier zo aangenaam was.
• Nynke (10/5): Heerlijk verblijf - Heerlijk verblijf, helemaal tot rust gekomen in een super mooie omgeving. Comfortabele kamer, prachtig uitzicht en heerlijk zwembad. Één van de betere accomodaties van waar we hebben verbleven in Sri Lanka!
• Reimar (9/5): - Top Personal, Essen war überragend, kostenloses Upgrade bekommen und das Zimmer war toll Das Bad war schon ziemlich heruntergekommen. Passte nicht zu der schönen Anlage
• Adrian (9/5): Found this hotel by chance and it’s a real gem. Very friendly and helpful staff, great location over looking the lake - A real gem of a hotel, great for watching nature at work. Not the best food menu option for vegetarian’s
• Sina (9/5): - Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt! Besonders gut gefallen hat uns der Pool mit dem traumhaften Ausblick aufs Meer – einfach perfekt zum Entspannen. Auch die Zimmer waren sehr schön angelegt, modern und komfortabel. Wir hatten stets alles, was wir brauchten, und haben uns rundum wohlgefühlt. Personal könnte etwas mehr auf Zack sein, aber ale sehr nett und freundlich
• Ananda (10/5): Our stay was relaxing, cozy, and just what we needed - I really loved how clean and well-maintained the property was. The staff were welcoming, the environment was peaceful, and the overall atmosphere made our stay very enjoyable
• michelle (10/5): Fabulous place, great location and super friendly staff. The food was excellent and the rooms were very comfortable. To - Based on a lovely location with great views of the lake. The open nature of the property allowed for wildlife including elephants to roam freely without any intimidation to the guests. Nothing
• Diane (10/5): Excellent hotel - birds, animals, etc - Location - wonderful views to lake with lots of bird life and elephants! Watched sole male both mornings we were there. Fantastic staff - friendly, efficient and always willing to help Mae out stay enjoyable. Pool kept very well and nice temp. Private and safe - like its own little sanctuary. Clean comfortable and cool rooms - ask for views to the lake. Watch fruit bats leave their colony in hundreds at dusk and return at dawn. Kayak rental also to paddle around lake recommended. I would absolutely stay here again! Everything was perfect - maybe let the cockatiel out of its cage or make him a bigger cage, or get it a partner :(
• Stefanie (10/5): - Beautiful location land access to incredible wildlife viewing! But what makes it even more special is the incredible service from the staff. They go above and beyond in everything! Usha, took us out on a sunset bird watching tour and was just fantastic. Stay here.
• Lotte (9/5): Fantastische plek om tot rust te komen. - Schoon, vriendelijk en mooie plek. Geen opmerkingen
• dinesh (10/5): A relaxing and memorable getaway surrounded by nature — highly recommended! - The location is stunning with beautiful lake views and a peaceful natural setting. The staff were warm, friendly, and always ready to help. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the food was delicious with a great variety. Nothing major — everything was well taken care of.
• Rozemarie (1/5): Teleurgesteld - Wij hadden ons verheugd op een kamer met lake view. Dat stond namelijk duidelijk in de omschrijving van de kamer die wij boekten. Het zal vast een goed hotel zijn. Maar onze ervaring was verdrietig. We kregen een kamer met een rommelig balkon en uitzicht op een stalen dak. We waren echt heel teleurgesteld. De manager zei dat we de dag erna misschien wel een kamer met lake view konden krijgen. En dat het probleem bij booking zou liggen. Er werd ons geen oplossing geboden. Behalve dan het annuleren van de boekingen. We zijn dus halsoverkop weer vertrokken en moesten ‘s avonds na een lange reisdag nog een onderkomen vinden. Het was erg stressvol. We werden de volgende dag ook nog gebeld of we onze review op Google wilden verwijderen. Nou nee dus. We hebben er erg veel ongemak van ervaren.
• Michaela (9/5): Tolles Hotel mit wunderschönen Blick über den See - Traumhaftes Hotel mit atemberaubender Aussicht . Mit direktem Blick über den wunderschönen See. Das Essen war hervorragend. Komme gerne wieder❤️ Für alle Damen mit blonden gefärbten Haaren. Im Pool nur mit Hochgebundene Haaren da durch die Kupferrohre und Chlor die Haare grün färbt.
• Lisa (10/5): We absolutely loved our stay. The staff went above and beyond to look after us. Highly recommend! - This property is amazing. The location is beautiful, the rooms are spotless and the staff are awesome.
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• Aaquib (5/5): -
• LUKE (10/5): -
• Oshadhi (10/5): -
• Supun (10/5): -
• Warren (6/5): Good enough for the price. - Lovely location on a lake frequented by elephants. Most staff very attentive and professional. The room and bathroom was quite small but pleasant enough. There were renovations going on in half the building during our stay and the owner stressing about it on the phone within our earshot. The gardener/pool cleaner was an idiot! As we tried to enjoy a drink in the garden at sunset he watered the garden around us spraying us with water! He also damaged the wedding displays with water as the wedding staff tried to clear them away (there had been a wedding that day). He was asked to refrain but continued after making a flippant comment.
• Michel (10/5): We enjoyed staying at Mapakada Village in Mahiyanganaya while driving from Batticaloa to Kandy. It is in a lovely settin - Breakfast was excellent, we had dinner and staff were adorable. Management cares a lot about the hospitality and makes sure that guests are well attended There were some work ongoing but it didn’t bother us
• Bopettha (9/5): Superb -
• Godagedara (7/5): Good -
• Roweena (8/5): Very good -
• Sampath (10/5): Exceptional -
• Kavishani (6/5): I booked a lake view room with breakfast on the boat for a special occasion, but was first given a standard room, then c - The view, location and the breakfast on the boat ride. I had specifically requested a lake view room as I was traveling for a special occasion. However, upon arrival, I was not given the lake view room initially. Before signing the agreement letter, I noticed it was just a standard room. I then requested the lake view room again, and they eventually gave me one—for an additional Rs. 5000. Unfortunately, the view was mostly obstructed by a wall, so there wasn’t much of a lake view after all. I had booked the B&B option via Booking.com, which clearly stated that breakfast was included. Prior to my stay, I also called the hotel directly to confirm a few details: lake view room, breakfast on the boat, and parking. Despite this, when I arrived, they informed me that breakfast was only available at the restaurant for B&B bookings. Since I wanted the breakfast on the boat (which was the main reason I chose this hotel, as my fiancé loves lake views and dining on boats), I was charged Rs. 1800 per person—totaling Rs. 3600. I have to say food was really delicious. Although Booking.com listed the price as Rs. 20,000, I ended up paying an extra Rs. 8600 for requests that I had already confirmed with the hotel beforehand. Additionally, the room itself was not very spacious. There were no clothes racks, and several essential amenities expected from a well-rated hotel room were missing
• Ravindra (6/5): Pleasant - Generally meals are very good. Customer service needs some improvements. Surrounding also attractive. Generally the property is OK for family stay. Parking facility is not comfortable. Security of the parking area is not guaranteed as wild animals are roaming around at night.
• Kalana (9/5): If you wanna spend some quality time with family or even as a solo traveler this is an amazing place - The staff was very friendly, the location was heavenly. Food was amazing as well. Bed linen could improve a bit.
• Sterling (10/5): Exceptional - We spent four nights at Mapakada Village and highly recommend it. The food was excellent, the hospitality was great, and if you are traveling in this area, it is a fantastic option.
• Lasantha (8/5): Very good - Breakfast was very good.. and location is also good
• Bakry (9/5): Superb -
• D. (9/5): Nice location, many activities, and helpful staff - ● Ideal location at the edge of Mapakada Lake. ● Friendly and helpful staff members. ● Numerous nature activities (including Rathna Ella nature walk, Dambana village visit, boat rides, breakfast on the boat, etc.). ● The minimum parking space in front of the hotel accommodates 5-6 vehicles. ● Was it difficult to find the location on the first visit?
• Roweena (10/5): Exceptional -
• Vinita (10/5): Loved our stay, the staff and the manger Mr. Dinesh made our stay very memorable - The breakfast on the boat while we were rowed around the Lake Makapady. Saw various birds like Eagles, Kingfisher, Cranes, Egrets . Could have had more light in the room.
• Fiona (7/5): Good -
• Chameera (8/5): good value for the price - "I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The location is convenient, and the staff were friendly and helpful, making the experience enjoyable. The room was comfortable and met my expectations. Overall, a solid 8/10!" However, the food lacked flavor, and our room didn't have much of a view, which was a bit disappointing.
• Suresh (8/5): Very good -
• Mart (10/5): Perfect for a relaxing afternoon while traveling, with a great swimming pool and view. -
• Sahan (9/5): Superb - Location is amazing
• Supun (8/5): Very good -
• Kethaka (9/5): Superb -

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