The Backwaters
3.0 star property
Riverwalk hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
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Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Breakfast included
- 24/7 front desk
- Laundry
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Parking included
Explore the area
Hotel Road, Eluwankulama, Puttalam District, 19979
- Wilpattu National Park1 min drive
- Dutch Fort of Kalpitiya94 min drive
- Kalpitiya Dutch Reformed Church94 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Superior Double Room Single Use, 1 Queen Bed
Superior Double Room Single Use, 1 Queen Bed
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
- 30 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Queen Bed
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About the area
Eluwankulama
At The Backwaters, you'll be 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Wilpattu National Park and 30.5 km (19 mi) from Base Hospital Puttalam. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a library. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a terrace and a garden. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights in the vicinity of this 3-property class Eluwankulama hotel include Dutch Fort of Kalpitiya and Jumma Mosque.
What's nearby
- Wilpattu National Park - 1 min drive - 0.2 km
- St. Anne's Shrine - 78 min drive - 62.5 km
- Dutch Fort of Kalpitiya - 94 min drive - 76.0 km
- Jumma Mosque - 94 min drive - 76.0 km
- Kalpitiya Dutch Reformed Church - 94 min drive - 76.0 km
About this property
The Backwaters
Riverwalk hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly The Backwaters. Self parking is free.
- 6 guestrooms or units
- Built in 2017
- Continental breakfast (free)
- Charging station for electric cars
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Express check-in
- Express check-out
- Storage area for luggage
- Front desk safe
- Tour and ticket information
- Library
- Terrace
- Garden
- BBQ grill(s)
- Outdoor picnic space
- Dining venue
The Backwaters offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bidets and complimentary toiletries. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Electric car charging station on site
- 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Free self parking on site
- Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
- Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
- A restaurant
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
- Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
- Separate bedroom
- Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
- Safe at front desk
Guest services
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- In a national park
- On a lake
- Picnic area
- Terrace
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
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- Built in 2017
- Mosquito nets
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
- Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Bidet
- Free toiletries
- Private bathroom
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
- Free bottled water
More
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Desk
- Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 1 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 16
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night.
- Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 110.00 per vehicle (return)
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa.
Property is also known as
Backwaters Hotel Vanathavilluwa
Backwaters Vanathavilluwa
The Backwaters Hotel
The Backwaters Eluwankulama
The Backwaters Hotel Eluwankulama
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at The Backwaters?
Yep, The Backwaters has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to The Backwaters?
The closest beach to The Backwaters is Kalpitiya Beach (14.3 km).
Does The Backwaters serve breakfast?
Yep, complimentary continental breakfast is available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Backwaters?
No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.
Is there a bar or restaurant at The Backwaters?
Yep, you can grab a meal at The Backwaters's onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine.
What time are check-in & check-out at The Backwaters?
Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Are pets allowed at The Backwaters?
No, pets are not allowed.
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