Pelli Riverine
56/5 Polwaththa Road, Palana, Weligama
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Why people book this hotel
“Sanju was an incredibly nice and kind host”
“Sanju (owner) very helpful and friendly with guests”
“Very nice and quiet place to stay”
“The owner is very caring, does everything to make your stay as comfortable as po…”
“Great location, nice view from the room and facilities were comfortable”
“Location was great It was extremely clean Owner was friendly and hospitable S…”
“Highly recommend this place So clean, it’s shiny and the owner was so helpful He…”
“Rooms were clean and overall it was very good value”
“Very clean, great facilities, perfect location, amazing breakfast”
“The breakfast was excellent too”
Overview
Pelli Riverine is located in Weligama 150 metres from the beach and 450 metres from Railway Station and Bus Station. The hotel has a sun terrace and views of the river. Free private parking is available on site. Certain rooms feature a seating area for your convenience. All rooms come with a private bathroom fitted with a shower. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. You can engage in various activities, such as cycling and fishing. The hotel also offers bike hire.
Traveller reviews
Francesca
couple
March 15, 2026
Great location, nice view from the room and facilities were comfortable. Sanju was an incredibly nice and kind host
Kay
couple
February 19, 2026
“Would stay again. Location was great It was extrsemely clean Owner was friendly and hospitable Scenery was nice. The”
Location was great It was extremely clean Owner was friendly and hospitable Scenery was nice
Saulius
couple
February 2, 2026
“Excellent place to stay”
Very nice and quiet place to stay. Sanju (owner) very helpful and friendly with guests. Highly recommend! Thank you.
Nina
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
“We stayed here for 6 nights and had a truly wonderful experience. The host was exceptionally attentive and friendly, alw”
Friendliness, attentive, thoughtful, observant and chatty
craig
couple
January 16, 2026
“highly recommended”
Highly recommend this place So clean, it’s shiny and the owner was so helpful He recommended places to go and places to stay hope to come back soon👍🙏🏻
Ella
couple
January 5, 2026
“Peaceful accommodation a short walk away from the beach and food options”
Lovely host and excellent place to stay. Rooms were clean and overall it was very good value. Would happily come back.
Sven
couple
January 4, 2026
The property is located next to a river. If you like wildlife, you will spot a lot of lizards, birds and even crocodiles in the river. The place is very quit, even though it’s just a 5 min walk to the beach and the Main Street. The owner is very caring, does everything to make your stay as comfortable as possible! He even speaks German. The rooms are big, you get everything you need like a/c, a fridge and a hairdryer. It’s a very good place to stay if you want to go to Weligama !
Makram
solo_traveller
January 2, 2026
Unfortunately, I couldn’t stay longer than one night due to a strong mold smell in the room even though I payed for 7 nights. Additionally, the owner frequently messaged me asking to be informed whenever I entered or left the property, which felt intrusive. After I left an honest review, the owner contacted me again to lecture me about posting it. Overall, this made the stay uncomfortable.
Ella
couple
December 10, 2025
The property was very cleaned and well maintained. The keener is very kind and helpful! Really good host!
Marie
solo_traveller
January 9, 2025
“Clean, quiet and close to restaurant & beach”
Dhivya
extended_group
January 6, 2025
“Nice stay in weligama with a good host.”
Everyhting was wonderful with a very kind host who cares about you haveing a good stay. It was nice to stay by the river as it was a change from the beach. Quiet as well. The beach is about 10 min walk from the property.
Nemanja Dinic
solo_traveller
January 29, 2023
Everything was as expected and much more, Sanju is a great host and will gladly come again. The proximity of the beach, friendliness of the neighborhood, good Wi-Fi, beautiful backyard directly on the river is quite a sight. All in all a unique experience and very good rooms. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in a beautiful and peaceful place to stay im Weligama.
Irina
family_with_children
January 26, 2022
“perfect little place for any holiday needs”
Sanju is an amazing host. Close to the ocean. Very clean, great facilities, perfect location, amazing breakfast.
Ian
solo_traveller
January 12, 2022
“Clean, comfortable, and with a resident owner who cares about his guests.”
Sanju, the owner, is very welcoming, and keeps the place spotlessly clean. The room I stayed in was a good size and the bed very comfortable, with the added benefit of a mosquito net. The breakfast was excellent too.
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Massage, Windsurfing, Darts, Diving, Snorkelling, Cycling, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Bike tours, Cooking class
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
Entertainment and family services
Baby safety gates
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Bicycle parking, Air conditioning, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Sun terrace, BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Safety & security
24-hour security, CCTV in common areas
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Shuttle service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Shared lounge/TV area, ATM/cash machine on site, Tour desk, Currency exchange, Car hire, Room service, 24-hour front desk, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Barber/beauty shop
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Deluxe Double Room
The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with lake views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Standard Double Room with Fan
The spacious double room provides a private entrance, a seating area, a balcony with lake views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
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