Old Bridge Riverside Hotel
Bibilioya
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Why people book this hotel
“The staff were helpful”
“Very nice staff, amazing food”
“Comfortable, spacious room with nice amenities”
“The room was very spacious, and the shared terrace was gorgeous, overlooking not…”
“Breakfast and dinner was very good and they were able to arrange activities for …”
“The breakfast is basic but okay”
“View and the location”
“Very warm and hospitable host Excellent srilankan food - enjoyed breakfast lunc…”
“The place was clean, however keep in mind that you’re in the jungle so you’ll fi…”
“Very nice, family-run accommodation with an exceptionally clean and welcoming at…”
“They organised rafting and canyoning for us for a very reasonable price (30USD p…”
Overview
Old Bridge Riverside Hotel features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and water sports facilities in Kitulgala. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, each room includes a balcony with a river view. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, rooms at Old Bridge Riverside Hotel also offer a mountain view. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. The daily breakfast offers Full English/Irish, Asian or vegetarian options. The area is popular for hiking and fishing, and bike hire is available at this 3-star hotel.
Traveller reviews
Nelaka
couple
May 15, 2026
View and the location
Emile
solo_traveller
April 16, 2026
Lovely people that looked after us during our stay. Breakfast and dinner was very good and they were able to arrange activities for us.
Myrna
couple
March 28, 2026
“Quiet and peaceful place with an amazing view.”
We had a very lovely stay. The view is wonderful, very serene and peaceful. I found myself sitting in one of the chairs overlooking the river a lot. What I loved about the place was the luxury of high water pressure in the shower! The place was clean, however keep in mind that you’re in the jungle so you’ll find some ants in your room. The breakfast is basic but okay. Think of an egg, hoppers, coconut pancake and a juice. One day we had a coconut roti and some mushrooms which were very delicious. We booked the rafting through the place and it was a very fun experience despite the dry season. (The river isn’t as high in water) If you’d like to have a relaxing, peaceful and chill place to stay with an amazing view over the river, then this is your place.
alunn99
couple
March 21, 2026
“Comfortable stay”
Comfortable, spacious room with nice amenities. Nice balcony view overlooking the river and some jungle. The food was very nice. The staff were helpful.
Renuka
couple
March 2, 2026
“Very budget friendly , hygienic and hospitable experience. For anyone who is looking for an authentic experience of peop”
Very warm and hospitable host Excellent srilankan food - enjoyed breakfast lunch and dinner ( chicken curry, sambol, coconut roti) This property has an amazing balcony and common area which makes you feel very much at home Excellent Location
Sydo
couple
February 25, 2026
Very nice staff, amazing food. They let us stay until 18:00 in the common area until our ride came.
Surain Malinga Randeniya
couple
February 21, 2026
We had a perfect family stay ideal for relaxing and enjoying nature. The peaceful surroundings made it a wonderful getaway. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made our experience even more special. A big thank you to the caretaker, Janith, and the lady there for their kind hospitality and the service.
Veronika
solo_traveller
February 14, 2026
The room was very spacious, and the shared terrace was gorgeous, overlooking nothing but lush greenery. The complimentary water in the fridge was much appreciated. The wifi worked reliably, and I was able to work remotely without any issues. The area is perfect for outdoor activities such as rafting, canyoning, mountain biking, and hiking. The hotel can help arrange everything for you, which makes planning very easy.
Yoel
couple
February 10, 2026
Great family hosting the accomodation. We asked only at 3pm if the bbq fish was possible and they made it deliciously!
simone
extended_group
January 29, 2026
“Serene”
The family are attentive , helpful and kind. Location is beautiful overlooking the creek/ small river which you can swim in.
Piyumika
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
“Very nice place”
Loic
couple
December 9, 2025
“Nice hotel - but not a must do”
Nice breakfast friendly staff
Franziska
solo_traveller
December 4, 2025
Very nice, family-run accommodation with an exceptionally clean and welcoming atmosphere that immediately invites you to relax. The evening before, we were asked what we would like for breakfast, as well as for lunch and dinner – everything was prepared with great attention to detail. We actually made a mistake in our travel schedule and arrived one night early. Nevertheless, we were given a room straight away and welcomed with so much warmth and kindness. The food was absolutely delicious. We also booked a rafting and canoeing tour directly through the hotel. Everything was perfectly organized and well-timed. Payment for the tours is handled directly with the hotel. For the activities, it’s best to wear water shoes or sturdy sandals, a T-shirt and swimwear. No smartphone or valuables are needed, as the guide takes photos and videos, which you can purchase afterwards. A special thanks to Thisaru and the whole team – everyone was incredibly friendly and helpful. Overall, a truly lovely stay with wonderful people.
Eleni
couple
September 16, 2025
“Great Rafting & Canyoning they prepared for us! Room is good - nothing too fancy.”
They organised rafting and canyoning for us for a very reasonable price (30USD pp for both) which was excellent. The guide was great and had lots of fun.
Guest
family_with_children
August 17, 2025
“Very nice place”
Graham
couple
May 12, 2025
Location Room was nice
Christiana
couple
May 5, 2025
The beautiful view from the terras, wonderful surroundings, delicious food. The rafting was great.
Philippa
family_with_children
April 30, 2025
“Good value, comfortable accommodation with good breakfast. Do not take up option for evening meal”
On the plus side, the rooms were a good size, reasonably clean and the communal area had seating, fridge, TV and Bluetooth speaker that lead onto a large covered balcony which overlooked the river which was a peaceful and beautiful setting The breakfast was not only warm, but varied and tasty
Charlotte
couple
April 20, 2025
“Hidden Gem”
This stay was a real treat, we loved it. The location was perfect for us and the accommodation is set in beautiful lush surroundings right on the river. The rooms were spacious and common areas very well done. Relaxing on the balcony with the river was just wonderful. Highly recommend this place, the food was so amazing we ate every meal here, they arranged our outings for us, we had so much fun white water rafting, canyoning and abseiling waterfalls and the staff were very attentive and friendly. Swimming in the river was better than any pool.
karen
family_with_children
April 7, 2025
“Perfect 2 nights withdun oacked and well organised activity for whole day”
The view was exceptional. The property was clean and the fridge in the lounge well stocked. We weee able to what’s app the owner and request the type of drinks we wanted. The rafting and canyoning were amazing. All organised and tuk tuk to pick us up at the time we wanted. Flexible- we originally booked for 9.30 but they were happy to make it 11.30 so we could relax in the morning after a long flight the day before. The staff were so helpful. The breakfast is plentiful. After the first breakfast we were asked if we wanted anything in particular the next day. We just had the same but you could easily request more or less of certain foods. We had lunch in a restaurant after the rafting but otherwise ate on the hotel. Was perfect for us and 2 adult children who had their own room and bathroom. I would highly recommend this hotel. The balcony was gorgeous.
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Karaoke, Hiking, Nightclub/DJ, Water sport facilities on site, Public Bath, Badminton equipment, Cooking class, Live music/performance
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Kids' outdoor play equipment, Baby safety gates
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Kid-friendly buffet, Fruits, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Family rooms, Pets allowed
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Sun terrace, BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Water slide
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, CCTV outside property
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Face masks for guests available
Services
Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Private check-in/check-out, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Airport shuttle, Room service, 24-hour front desk, Car hire, Luggage storage, Express check-in/check-out, Currency exchange, Ironing service
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
The double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with lake views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 1 bed.
Double Room with Garden View
The double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
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