riVer

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Scored 9.1
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.2

About this property

Elegant Accommodations: riVer in Pelena offers a serene garden and stunning river views. Guests can relax on the terrace or enjoy the private bathroom equipped with a shower and electric kettle. Comfortable Amenities: The guest house provides free on-site private parking, ensuring convenience for all visitors. Each room features a tea and coffee maker, catering to guests’ refreshment needs. Pet-Friendly Environment: riVer welcomes pets, making it ideal for travelers with animals. The property is also multilingual, with reception staff fluent in German, English, Spanish, and French. Prime Location: Weligama Beach lies less than 0.6 mi away, offering easy beach access. Nearby attractions include Galle Fort and Galle Light House, each approximately 19 mi from the property. Koggala Airport is 11 mi distant.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Krishan
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“I had a nice lodging in riVer. It was suppre clam and full private. Definitely i have to say it has nice view in front of my room in everything morning. Nice , Clean and responsible place for living in Waligama Highly recommended for lodging...”
Elina
Armenia Armenia
“The host is an awesome guy—super chill, really interesting, and full of great stories. You could talk to him for hours! The garden is just as amazing—peaceful, well-kept, and you can tell he puts a lot of care into every little detail. I’d totally...”
Rozaliya
Russia Russia
“Volky is a very nice host. I enjoyed my stay very much. The room has everything you need. I loved sitting outside in the evening and watching the stars. If you are looking for a calm place to stay not far away from Weligama Beach, this is your...”
Denizden
Turkey Turkey
“This place is like a little retreat center with the river, so many beautiful animals and Volky’s kind hospitality. Watching the birds, meditating next to the river, playing on the grass, having nice conversations with Volky in the communal...”
Mor
Israel Israel
“Quiet and beautiful area on the river Owner so nice and welcoming ☺️ Big room and good facilities”
Jay
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful place on the riverside. Volki the owner and host is lovely.”
מרציאנו
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“The host is a charming, very kind person who offered to help with everything we asked for. The place is very relaxing on the lake. You can really enjoy the pastoral vegetation and the lake and the monkeys that come to visit.”
Karen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Sometimes you find a little corner of the world that just has some kind of special energy, for me this was one of those places... A beautiful tranquil haven beside the river, and only 5 min walk to the quiet peaceful end of Weligama Bay beach....”
Pedro
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Really nice setting by the river (bar the mosquitos), quiet, friendly owner”
David
New Zealand New Zealand
“Very simple, tidy rooms on a stunning property overlooking the river. Very connected to nature with monkeys, iguanas, frogs, and crabs making holes in the shore. Rustic kitchen available with utensils if you need to cook something on the...”

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Amenities of riVer

Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking

House rules

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Available 24 hours
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From 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
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Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

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This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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