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Ulpotha

Ulpotha Village | Embogama, Embogama, Sri Lanka
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Ulpotha
Ranked #1 of 1 hotels in Embogama
4.5 of 5 stars 38 Reviews
March 29, 2012 -
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Colombo
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012
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Ulpotha has been a pilgrimage site for thousands of years and remains an oasis of tranquility in the heart of Sri Lanka. It is a beautiful private hide-away open to guests for part of the year; a place of total peace, where you can experience the warm, generous and gentle hospitality which Sri Lankans love to offer.

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Karachi, Pakistan
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 29, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I just returned from Ulpotha 3 days ago, and the word that sums up my experience is Joy. The synergistic philosophy of the jungle village retreat is stunning. The local village sustains the retreat, the retreat sustains the village; the natural environment thrives and the foliage and animal life is a treat. The accommodation is the best I have ever... More

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ulpotha1, Propriétaire at Ulpotha, responded to this review
April 2, 2012

Thank you for leaving such a delightful review of Ulpotha. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back again for your 40th! When you return, please don't forget to ask us for a free scarf which we would be only too happy to give you. Be well, Warm wishes from all of us... More

London, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 18, 2012

Ulpotha is difficult to describe - I have just had a two week stay there and it has truly been a dream come true. The magic of Ulpotha is now kicking in. If you are someone that needs all the mod cons then Ulpotha is not for you. However, if Iike me you enjoy living in a working Sri Lankan... More

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ulpotha1, Owner at Ulpotha, responded to this review
March 20, 2012

Dear dogwalker2011, Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a wonderful review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us and that you are continuing your yoga. We hope to see you there again soon. Bright greetings from all of us at Ulpotha. More

Malmesbury, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2012

I have just had the most wonderfully rejuvenating week at Ulpotha and I know I'll be going back again which says it all really. Many of the guests there with me were on their 2nd or 3rd visit, one on his second visit this year already!! I can see why. Being off the beaten track and in the middle of... More

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ulpotha1, Owner at Ulpotha, responded to this review
March 20, 2012

Hi Millie, Thanks so much for taking the trouble to write such a wonderful review. We are glad to hear you enjoyed yourself so much. It's great to hear that even a well travelled tour operator like yourself also believes Ulpotha is so special! We hope to see you back in Ulpotha one day soon. Be well. More

Melbourne, Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed December 29, 2011
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this place is over-priced compared to places like galkaduwawa where I stayed later on my trip. but the meals were really nice

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Kabul
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 17, 2011
3
people found this review helpful

My one week stay at Ulpotha was exactly what I was looking for: a gorgeous environment, a lovely group of people, and activities which were active, and meaningful (but all optional). I really appreciated the design of the space. Everything you need, in a beautifully simple design. In addition to a bit of swimming and leisurely biking, I had plenty... More

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Paris, France
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 22, 2011
2
people found this review helpful

Walking the gently winding path from Ulpotha's entry I was overcome by a sense of calm that only deepened the longer I stayed. There is something profoundly healing, something that counters all the violence and senselessness of modern city living. Such care is given to every detail, its as if you're living a communal work of art. Passing time here... More

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UK
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 22, 2011
1
person found this review helpful

I went to Ulpotha on an organised yoga retreat with www.appleyoga.com.... what an amazing place.... the whole experience is something I would love to repeat, its truely magical and heaven on earth..... I had a five day detox during my stay and had the most sublime Ayurvedic treatments... Ulpotha has left a special place in my heart and I hope... More

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USA
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 19, 2011
2
people found this review helpful

I stayed at Ulpotha for one week at the beginning of their winter season and it was just what I needed. Since returning, I've found it difficult to describe to friends what Ulpotha is exactly. It's more than just a retreat or an eco-lodge, and there is so much thought and care put into the whole project and Ayurvedic center.... More

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Karachi
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 12, 2011

I have been to Ulpotha twice and I hope to go there again and again. The food is the best I've ever had and the atmosphere is incredibly healing. The lake is divine, and the yoga classes, ayurvedic treatments give you the true meaning of good health.

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Address: Ulpotha Village | Embogama, Embogama, Sri Lanka
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