riVer
no.75/10,Durahelage vatta,Bogahavatta Road,Pelena,veligama,Sri Lanka
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20 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
20 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Location was great - over looking the river - every 4-5 days a group of monkeys…”
“A beautiful tranquil haven beside the river, and only 5 min walk to the quiet p…”
“Volki the owner and host is lovely”
“The host is a charming, very kind person who offered to help with everything we …”
“Really nice setting by the river (bar the mosquitos), quiet, friendly owner”
“Very simple, tidy rooms on a stunning property overlooking the river”
“The room was spacious and comfortable and the bathroom was clean, but it's the a…”
Overview
Offering a garden and river view, riVer is located in Pelena, 800 metres from Weligama Beach and 30 km from Galle International Cricket Stadium. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. Galle Light house is 31 km from the guest house and Hummanaya Blow Hole is 42 km away. Galle Fort is 30 km from the guest house, while Dutch Church Galle is 30 km away. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 17 km from riVer.
Traveller reviews
Ramūnas
solo_traveller
May 13, 2026
“Bad”
Nothing, it was no one there when I arrived, call but no answer
Jay
couple
April 13, 2025
“Calming and great energy”
Beautiful place on the riverside. Volki the owner and host is lovely.
מרציאנו
couple
April 9, 2025
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.
mike
solo_traveller
March 26, 2025
“I stayed for 2 weeks”
Location was great - over looking the river - every 4-5 days a group of monkeys would stop in and play in the tree
karen
solo_traveller
March 16, 2025
“Beautiful tranquil haven”
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. The room was spacious and comfortable and the bathroom was clean, but it's the almost other worldly vibe of this place that makes it special, more than just a place to stay while you're in the area, more like an experience in itself.
Elīna
solo_traveller
February 3, 2025
What an amazing stay! Such an amazing location!
Pedro
solo_traveller
January 6, 2025
“Down by the riVer”
Really nice setting by the river (bar the mosquitos), quiet, friendly owner
David
solo_traveller
May 2, 2024
“A very special serene place with awesome owner.”
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 fireplace. Large water filter so bring your own refillable flask. The owner is very chill, friendly and kind. He keeps everything tidy, chill beats play during the evening and incense is lit. Location is a 15-20 minute walk to the main surf shops and town so I hired a bicycle and was easily able to make quick trips for meals and surfing. The back road to the town is really beautiful. I planned on staying for 3 days but ended up staying 3 weeks!
Ashaan
solo_traveller
March 12, 2024
“Great place to stay! Really good location that has a beautiful garden alongside the river. The accommodation has everyth”
Ashaan
solo_traveller
March 12, 2024
“Great place to stay! Really good location that has a beautiful garden alongside the river. The accommodation has everyth”
Adrian
solo_traveller
February 26, 2024
Located just on the river and amazing kind owner!
Facilities
General
Pets allowed
Outdoors
Garden
Parking
Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Parking
Double Room with Private Bathroom
The double room offers a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. Guests can enjoy a terrace and river views.
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