Wallawwa
Wallawwa operates as a working tea plantation hotel, meaning your guests can participate in tea-picking activities the morning after celebrations, a rare hands-on advantage for destination weddings.
Wallawwa is a hotel destination wedding venue in Kotugoda, Sri Lanka, hosting up to 150 guests (Aisle estimate), where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$14,000 (our estimate), reached from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), 45-60 minutes.
About Wallawwa
Wallawwa operates as a working tea plantation hotel, meaning your guests can participate in tea-picking activities the morning after celebrations, a rare hands-on advantage for destination weddings.
Located in Kotugoda's rural Gampaha district, the property offers 24 guest rooms across colonial-era buildings, allowing families to stay on-site for multi-day events.
The 4.6-star rated venue handles ceremonies and receptions with Sri Lankan hospitality standards built into their packages.
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Highly recommend staying here—perfect for a lovely first few nights near the airport. We had a smooth arrival, with our hotel- arranged driver waiting for us with cold towels and water.
Nicolle R · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Staying over
- Rooms
- 18 rooms
- Whole property to yourselves
- Yes
- Shortest whole-property stay
- 2 nights
The ceremony
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
Money
- A wedding for 80 guests
- About US$14,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
- Price
- US$60 to US$120 per headAisle estimate
- Nights the booking must cover
- 2 nights
House rules
- Exclusive use required
- Yes
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- CMB, 20 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Setting
- Countryside, historic, elegantAisle estimate
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
Venue highlights
- Working tea plantation on 15 acres with guest access to daily harvesting activities
- 24 on-site rooms eliminate off-site accommodation logistics for wedding parties
- Colonial architecture dating to Sri Lanka's tea estate era provides authentic backdrop
- Kitchen prepares Sri Lankan and international menus; tea-infused cocktails available
A sample wedding weekend
See the day-by-day outline+
Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 14:00-18:00Guest arrival and check-in; welcome tea service at plantation viewpoint
- 19:00-22:00Rehearsal dinner in colonial dining hall or garden pavilion
- 06:30-07:30Optional tea-picking experience for early risers; guide-led estate walk
- 16:00-17:30Ceremony in garden or pavilion space
- 18:00-23:00Reception with dinner, dancing, and tea-estate-themed décor
- 08:00-10:00Guided tea factory tour for interested guests; breakfast included
- 11:00+Guest checkout and departure
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- CMB · about 20 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Bandaranaike International Airport.
- Direct line
- 077 363 8381
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
Can we hold both ceremony and reception at Wallawwa?+
Yes. The venue offers multiple event spaces for separate or combined ceremonies and receptions, with flexibility to use indoor pavilions or outdoor garden areas depending on guest count and weather.
What's included in wedding packages?+
Standard packages typically include venue rental, catering, table setup, and basic decoration. Alcohol, photography, and entertainment require separate arrangement or add-on fees.
Is the plantation accessible for elderly or mobility-limited guests?+
The colonial buildings and grounds have some uneven terrain typical of tea estates. Contact the venue directly about accessibility accommodations for specific guest needs.
What's the best season for a wedding here?+
December to March offers dry weather. May to September brings monsoon rains, though lush green landscapes appeal to some couples. Book 4-6 months ahead for peak season dates.
Do you provide vegetarian and dietary options?+
Yes. The kitchen accommodates vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and religious dietary requirements with advance notice during booking.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.
Sources for individual venue facts
Rooms: 18 rooms
“Located just 20 minutes away from the International Airport and under 45 minutes from Colombo city, Wallawwa is a historic and luxurious 18 bedroom property set on seven acres of beautifully manicured gardens that can accommodate up to 150 guests.”
Read the source for roomsWhole property to yourselves: Yes
“NOTE: A minimum 2-to-3-night buyout is required to host an event at Wallawwa.”
Read the source for whole property to yourselvesShortest whole-property stay: 2 nights
“NOTE: A minimum 2-to-3-night buyout is required to host an event at Wallawwa.”
Read the source for shortest whole-property stayOutdoor ceremony: Yes
“Wallawwa’s gardens are an ideal location for traditional Sri Lankan weddings with several open air settings to choose from.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyIn-house catering: Yes
“Perform your marriage rituals by an age-old ‘sal mal’ (Cannonball) tree while our team serves up inventive cocktails and an impressive celebratory feast, featuring international or island cuisine, to your wedding guests.”
Read the source for in-house cateringNights the booking must cover: 2 nights
“NOTE: A minimum 2-to-3-night buyout is required to host an event at Wallawwa.”
Read the source for nights the booking must coverExclusive use required: Yes
“NOTE: A minimum 2-to-3-night buyout is required to host an event at Wallawwa.”
Read the source for exclusive use required