Karunakarala Ayurveda Resort
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Sri Lanka · West Coast Sri Lanka · Waikkal
4.3 / 5.0 Fabulous
6 ratings
Tranquil riverside retreat
Collaboration with leading Ayurveda doctors
Comprehensive treatment for severe illnesses
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Ayurveda by the River

Immerse yourself in the lush greenery, the chirping of birds, the picturesque river views, and the cosy atmosphere, complemented by friendly service and delicious, healthy cuisine. Karunakarala Ayurveda Resort is the perfect escape to leave everyday life behind and experience a new sense of life amidst breathtaking nature. Ideal for all nature lovers.

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Free Wifi
Air-conditioned
Swimming pool
Handicapped accessible
Suitable for seniors
Ideal for solo travelers
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Family-friendly
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Karunakarala Ayurveda Resort in Detail

Your Ayurveda Resort

Surrounded by pure nature with many coconut palms and away from mass tourism, the idyllic Karunakarala Ayurveda Resort is located directly on the Mao Oya River. The resort specializes in authentic Ayurveda but also offers relaxation and a private atmosphere with picturesque views for leisure-seeking guests and families. The Colombo – Jaffna railway line runs nearby, with trains in both directions several times a day.

Location & Surroundings

Long sandy beaches and exotic flora and fauna await you in Waikkal, a quaint fishing village north of Negombo (about 10 km away). A must-do is a boat tour on the Mao Oya River. Beach walks (approximately 5-8 km away), yoga, and soothing Ayurveda treatments help you unwind, rejuvenate, and quickly leave behind the stress of daily life. Colombo Airport is about a 35-minute drive away.

Dining & Leisure

Enjoy your meals overlooking the river in the covered area or on the terrace right by the riverbank. For Ayurveda guests, fresh ingredients are used to prepare and serve Ayurvedic dishes recommended by the doctor for your constitutional type (Dosha) - healthy and delicious. In addition to vegetarian dishes, occasionally white fish and meat are also available. Guests not on Ayurveda can look forward to Western and local delicacies served as a set menu. The vegetables are mostly sourced from the resort's own garden. The resort has already received an award for its Ayurvedic cuisine. Afternoon snack (High-Tea) by the riverbank. Tea and other herbal drinks are available throughout the day.

Ayurveda Center

In the expansive Ayurveda Center, featuring 16 treatment rooms, 5 steam baths, 4 herbal baths, and its own Ayurveda pharmacy, an experienced team of 2 Ayurveda doctors and 10 therapists awaits you. With the goal of correcting the imbalance of your doshas to realign body, mind, and spirit, treatments and diets are tailored specifically for you. Enjoy relaxation, detoxification, and rejuvenation with facial, head, foot, and full-body massages, herbal and steam baths, Shirodhara oil forehead flow, eye, ear, and nasal cleansing, along with other therapies as prescribed. Yoga, breathing exercises, and meditation contribute to mental and spiritual balance. Ayurvedic cooking classes and lectures on herbal and Ayurvedic teachings complete the offerings. Ayurveda wellness programs are also available.

Free Time

Relish the serene ambiance by the natural outdoor pool in the garden, surrounded by sun loungers and offering a splendid view of the river. Alternatively, visit the nearby beach, located about 3 miles away. The resort features a cosy library and a charming souvenir shop. In the evenings, events are occasionally organised. The resort also offers boat tours on the Mao Oya and excursions to local markets or the surrounding cities of Negombo and Colombo (at a charge). Additionally, you can participate in various activities at the hotel, such as a traditional cooking demonstration, a workshop on making herbal balls, and sari fitting sessions.

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Hotel rooms at a glance

16 cosy and comfortable villas, along with 28 deluxe rooms, some with beautiful river views, create an environment where you will feel at ease. The villas are primarily constructed from neem wood, which is considered beneficial to health according to Ayurvedic principles. SGL are DBL for single use.

  • Deluxe Room SGL=DB

    approx. 45 sqm · king-size bed, twin bed · partial river view · terrace

  • Deluxe Room DBL

    approx. 45 sqm · king-size bed, twin bed · partial river view · terrace

  • Deluxe Twin Room

    approx. 45 sqm · king-size bed, twin bed · partial river view · terrace

  • Superior Villa TRP

    approx. 49 sqm · king-size bed, twin bed · partial river view, garden view · terrace

  • Superior Villa

    approx. 37 sqm · king-size bed, twin bed · partial river view · terrace

Customer ratings for Karunakarala Ayurveda Resort

6 verified reviews by travelersOnly customers who have traveled with us are allowed to leave a review

4.3 Outstanding  

4.3
Hotel
5.0
Service
4.8
Treatments
4.3
Board type
4.3
Wellness area
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Only Ayurveda yes, we changed our minds on the spot

Werner A.

April 2025

with friends | 50 to 59 years | 12 - 16 days

The facility is located in the middle of the residential area on a river that is not used by the hotel and is therefore not useful for the guests. The hotel only makes sense if you want to do Ayurveda and yoga every day and nothing else. There is nothing nearby that is worth seeing. The pool is there but was never used by anyone, just like the sun loungers, which just stood there without any cushions. The wooden villas are great and very good, the rooms in the new extension are "emotion-free" and are not the feel-good factor like the wooden villas, for example, if you want to do Ayurveda. It is clean everywhere and the staff are very friendly and helpful. Nevertheless, we decided to move to another hotel at our own expense, by the sea. We were kindly assisted by the staff/desk manager who understood our request. Conclusion only suitable for daily Ayurveda or a short stopover.

Comment from SpaDreams

Dear SpaDreams guests, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are sorry to hear that the trip did not meet your expectations in all aspects. We will be happy to pass on your comments to the hotel so that they can be reviewed and the offer improved if necessary. We look forward to welcoming you back on a future trip. Please do not hesitate to contact our service team - we will be happy to help you find a trip that meets your exact requirements. All the best, Your SpaDreams Team

Nice interesting vacation

Claudia M.

April 2025

with friends | 40 to 49 years | 12 - 16 days

Everything was well organized. Flight times good, shuttle perfect, hotel very nice and nice staff. Responded to requests immediately and helped with excursion planning.

Wonderful pachakarma treatment in a pleasant ambience

Brigitt S.

February 2025

with friends | 60 to 69 years | 12 - 16 days

The resort scores with an excellent, very intensive Ayurvedic treatment (2x 1.5 hours every day!). Both the doctors and the excellent therapists take a very personal approach to your condition - the results after 2 weeks are incredible. The entire staff is exceptionally helpful, no wish that is not fulfilled within a short time. I recommend the wooden chalets in the shady garden - they are large and equipped with everything you could wish for (including AC). The cuisine is excellent - you can make a few small excursions in the surrounding area. If you are focusing on a pachakarma cure, this resort is highly recommended - I will certainly be back!

Location

Karunakarala Ayurveda Resort
Sri Lanka, West Coast Sri Lanka, Waikkal
Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB)
approx. 18 km / 36 min

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