Title: Blue Magpie Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=35405819&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Blue Magpie Lodge Travelers relax in a peaceful garden setting while keeping up with world news through complimentary newspapers, with the convenience of express check-in ## Photo gallery for Blue Magpie Lodge ![Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom, Hill View | Rollaway beds, bed sheets - Blue Magpie Lodge (Kalawana)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35410000/35405900/35405819/858ae438.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Blue Magpie Lodge (Kalawana)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35410000/35405900/35405819/46005515.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Blue Magpie Lodge (Kalawana)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35410000/35405900/35405819/c87d42c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Blue Magpie Lodge (Kalawana)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35410000/35405900/35405819/06e22523.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Blue Magpie Lodge (Kalawana)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35410000/35405900/35405819/b107f36b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Blue Magpie Lodge offers a tranquil garden retreat alongside its charming restaurant. Guests enjoy the peaceful terrace bathed in sunlight while staying connected with free newspapers. The property provides practical amenities including luggage storage for a hassle-free stay. ## Reviews 5.0 ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - 24/7 front desk ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-09&endDate=2026-03-10&selected=35405819&PinnedHotelID=35405819&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-09&endDate=2026-03-10&selected=35405819&PinnedHotelID=35405819&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-10&endDate=2026-03-11&selected=35405819&PinnedHotelID=35405819&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-10&endDate=2026-03-11&selected=35405819&PinnedHotelID=35405819&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=35405819&PinnedHotelID=35405819&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=35405819&PinnedHotelID=35405819&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=35405819&PinnedHotelID=35405819&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=35405819&PinnedHotelID=35405819&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ### View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking ![Standard Room, Non Smoking | Rollaway beds, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35410000/35405900/35405819/f21baee7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Separate bedroom Wardrobe - Hill view - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom, Hill View ![Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom, Hill View | Rollaway beds, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35410000/35405900/35405819/2a6b2484.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom, Hill View ### Highlights Air conditioning Separate bedroom - Hill view - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Weddagala travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weddagala.dx6354771) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.44336%2C80.41706&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2OQiPXcjW3j9lzmlPg_fd8RaRKc=) kudawa, Kalawana, SG, 70005 ### What's nearby - ![Loved our rainforest hike in Sinharaja Reserve. Saw lots of interesting animals and plants and ended at beautiful waterfall. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6121088/d21da424-5da5-4f28-b982-14cb6d4a5a88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sinharaja Forest Reserve 20 min walk \- 1.1 miles - Sinharaja Rain Forest 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile ## About this property ### Blue Magpie Lodge Property highlights A terrace, a garden and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at Blue Magpie Lodge. 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24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - A restaurant ### Family friendly - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Luggage storage ### Guest services - No housekeeping service ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Towels provided ### More - Air conditioning ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in fee: USD 5 Late check-in subject to availability Express check-in available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:30 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Early check-in fee: USD 5 (subject to availability) - Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Blue Magpie Lodge Veddagala Blue Magpie Veddagala Blue Magpie Hotel Blue Magpie Lodge Veddagala Veddagala Blue Magpie Lodge Hotel Blue Magpie Lodge Hotel Blue Magpie Lodge Kalawana Blue Magpie Lodge Hotel Kalawana Blue Magpie Lodge Kalawana Blue Magpie Kalawana Hotel Blue Magpie Lodge Kalawana Kalawana Blue Magpie Lodge Hotel Blue Magpie Hotel Blue Magpie Lodge ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Blue Magpie Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Blue Magpie Lodge? ### What time is check-in at Blue Magpie Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Blue Magpie Lodge? ### Does Blue Magpie Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Blue Magpie Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Blue Magpie Lodge Reviews 5.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 6.0 Cleanliness ### 2.0 Amenities ### 7.0 Staff & service ### 5.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Joseph 26 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities This place was great, food was delicious, staff were lovely and the setting was beautiful. ##### Joseph Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Shigemi 14 Aug 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities しょっちゅう停電で夜はほとんど停電していた。予約していたが、到着してから部屋の掃除をしていた。朝ごはんは美味しい。周りの景色も良い。シンハラージャの入り口まで車で10分のロケーション。停電中はWi-Fiも使えず、不安だったので2泊予約したところ1泊で帰って来た。 ##### Shigemi Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Mountain Heaven](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ella-Hotels-Mountain-Heaven.h11741687.Hotel-Information) > - [Turtle Paradise](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rekawa-Hotels-Turtle-Paradise.h22574689.Hotel-Information) > - [Uppuveli Beach by DSK](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Trincomalee-Hotels-Uppuveli-Beach-By-DSK.h107128771.Hotel-Information) > - [Tamarind Tree Garden resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Seeduwa-Katunayake-Hotels-The-Tamarind-Tree-Hotel.h56929895.Hotel-Information) > - [Kottawatta Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Kottawatta-Village.h12283592.Hotel-Information) > - [Cinnamon Bentota Beach – Signature Selection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Hotels-Cinnamon-Bentota-Beach.h36466861.Hotel-Information) > - [Camellia Hills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hatton-Hotels-Camellia-Hills.h48393070.Hotel-Information) > - [Guitar Bay Arugambay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arugam-Bay-Hotels-GUITAR-BAY-ARUGAMBAY.h39017185.Hotel-Information) > - [Radisson Hotel Kandy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kandy-Hotels-OZO-Kandy-Sri-Lanka.h10442617.Hotel-Information) > - [The Villa Bentota by KK Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Hotels-The-Villa-Bentota-By-KK-Collection.h76160201.Hotel-Information) > - [North Gate Jaffna](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jaffna-Hotels-North-Gate-By-Jetwing.h22276412.Hotel-Information) > - [Jie Jie Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Panadura-Hotels-Jie-Jie-Beach-By-Jetwing.h15440520.Hotel-Information) > - [Neem Tree House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kirinda-Hotels-Neem-Tree-House.h24402503.Hotel-Information) > - [Nyne Hotels The Muse - Bentota](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Hotels-Taru-Villas-The-Muse.h20014045.Hotel-Information) > - [Clio Ella Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ella-Jungle-Resort.h8308381.Hotel-Information) > - [Oreeka - Katunayake Airport Transit Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Negombo-Hotels-Oreeka-Hotel-Complimentary-Airport-Transfer.h14687310.Hotel-Information) > - [Sooriya Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rekawa-Hotels-Sooriya-Resort-Spa.h19652001.Hotel-Information) > - [Radisson Blu Resort Galle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Galle-Hotels-Amari-Galle.h16267123.Hotel-Information) > - [Kandy Victoria Eco Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kandy-Victoria-Eco-Resort.h27334558.Hotel-Information) > - [Taru Villas The Long House - Bentota](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Hotels-Taru-Villas-The-Long-House.h27202420.Hotel-Information) > - [Xavier's Cottage](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nuwara-Eliya-Hotels-The-Cottage-By-Jetwing.h12483826.Hotel-Information) > - [Uga Bay - Pasikuda](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pasikuda-Hotels-Uga-Bay-By-Uga-Escapes.h7760824.Hotel-Information) > - [Waraka - Udawalawe ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Udawalawa-Hotels-Waraka-Udawalawe.h107742896.Hotel-Information) > - [The Villas Wadduwa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wadduwa-Hotels-The-Villas-Wadduwa.h21399796.Hotel-Information) > - [Elephant Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sevanagala-Hotels-Elephant-Lodge.h39669042.Hotel-Information) > - [Roo Mansala Boutique Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sigiriya-Hotels-Roo-Mansala-Boutique-Villas.h23204786.Hotel-Information) > - [Dream Cliff Mountain Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hildummulla-Hotels-Dream-Cliff-Mountain-Resort.h42548366.Hotel-Information) > - [Kethaka Aga](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thissamaharama-Hotels-Kethaka-Aga.h22876073.Hotel-Information) > - [Leopard Safaris Yala ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kataragama-Hotels-Leopard-Safaris-By-KK-Collection.h50636592.Hotel-Information) ---