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Old Bridge Riverside Hotel, hotel in Kitulgala

Old Bridge Riverside Hotel features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and water sports facilities in Kitulgala.

Good basic affordable accommodation. Staff really approachable and happy to help. Dinner was delicious and breakfast the same and very generous. The hidden extra here is the pool in the river just below the hotel which is clean for swimming a lovely surprise.
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
15 reviews
Price from£26.76per night
Palmstone Retreat, hotel in Kitulgala

Situated in dense rainforest of Kitulgala, Palmstone Retreat offers the benefits of an outdoor swimming pool, a waterfall and a spectacular view of nature.

The Srilankan Breakfast was amazing. Induneel was great with his service. Accept he wont serve us if the whole group was not there. that aspect didnt work with kids.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
21 reviews
Price from£127.62per night
White Villa Kitulgala, hotel in Kitulgala

Featuring a garden and water sports facilities, White Villa Kitulgala is set in Kitulgala. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant, a water park and a terrace.

Only the nature
8.6
Scored 8.6
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
50 reviews
Price from£17.36per night
Kithulgala Rest House, hotel in Kitulgala

Set amidst a tropical landscape, Kithulgala Rest House offers sweeping views of the Kelani River. It features a restaurant, tour desk and rooms that overlook the greenery.

Very comfortable accommodation with good food and particularly friendly, helpful staff. Went out of their way to help organise travel around the area to see the wildlife.
6.9
Scored 6.9
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
39 reviews
Price from£43.75per night
Gallene Gala Nature Resort, hotel in Kitulgala

Gallene Gala Nature Resort has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Kitulgala.

this is the most amazing and magical place in Sri Lanka and the host is an absolute treasure. I loved every minute of it and will defienietly come back. It’s an offsite location, with a natural pool and waterfall. Thank you so much Mona for making our stay so special 🩷
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
65 reviews
Price from£24.10per night
Kithulvilla Holiday Bungalow, hotel in Kitulgala

Offering mountain views, Kithulvilla Holiday Bungalow is located in Ginigathena, 39 km from Kandy and 36 km from Nuwara Eliya. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant and infinity pool.

We stayed for 1 night in the Villa. The owner and her staff were great. What a hospitality and a more than nice breakfast and dinner! Also the owner arranged for us the rafting experience on the nearby river, GREAT ! Nice swimming pool and a great view.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
24 reviews
Price from£38.98per night
Wanakaset Forest Glamping, hotel in Kitulgala

Wanakaset Forest Glamping is situated in Kitulgala. The property has mountain and garden views, and is 49 km from Leisure World.

Beautiful tree house, excellent breakfast, nice staff.
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
78 reviews
Price from£51.97per night
Leon Hilltop Resort, hotel in Kitulgala

Set in Kitulgala, Leon Hilltop Resort features a garden and restaurant. Guests can enjoy garden views.

Beautiful new villa on a hill with great view on surrounding mountains. The owner was very friendly, helped us to organize a trip in forest and rafting. Super clean. Very friendly staff.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
8 reviews
Price from£26.75per night
Paradise Eco Garden, hotel in Kitulgala

Offering an outdoor swimming pool and a spa and wellness centre, Paradise Garden Resort is located in Kitulgala, inside a 80-acre organic farm. Free WiFi access is available in this holiday park.

The location is amazing! The view is the best one you can get in Sri Lanka with an infinity pool overlooking the mountains. Very nice and friendly staff and wonderful breakfast and dinner.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
86 reviews
Price from£92.58per night
Rafters Retreat, hotel in Kitulgala

Rafters Retreat is located amidst nature in Kitugala, Sri Lanka. At the property, guests can enjoy the views from their river-facing rooms, and arrange for an adventure filled day of white water...

Lovely property. Our group arrived at odd times in the night and the staff were so helpful getting everyone in. No need to book activities in advance, there are staff on site that will take you rafting upon request. The hotel has all of the equipment. Dinners were lovely!
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
44 reviews
Price from£34.02per night
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Kitulgala's best hotels with breakfast

  • Extream Adventures of Sri Lanka

    Extream Adventures of Sri Lanka is situated in Kitulgala and has a terrace and a restaurant. With a garden, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.

  • Rafting Club River Resort
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Rafting Club River Resort features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Kitulgala. The hotel provides both free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Cave Kithulgala
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Set in Kitulgala, Cave Kithulgala features a garden, terrace, restaurant, and free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests.

  • Kithulgala Rest House
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 39 reviews

    Set amidst a tropical landscape, Kithulgala Rest House offers sweeping views of the Kelani River. It features a restaurant, tour desk and rooms that overlook the greenery.

    The surrounding, access to the Kelani River, restaurant area & staff

  • VRK Adventure Base Camp
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

    VRK Adventure Base Camp has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Kitulgala.

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What guests said about Kitulgala:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    A great place to do white water rafting, kayaking, abseiling...

    A great place to do white water rafting, kayaking, abseiling, tracking... There is a new hydroelectric plant being built. When that is built there will probably be no more rafting... get there before it’s over.
    Tavis
    Spain
  • 10
    Scored 10

    When you say Kitulgala, first thing will come to your mind...

    When you say Kitulgala, first thing will come to your mind is white Water rafting and if you like adventurous holidays, this is the place to visit when you are in Sri Lanka. Except for white water rafting, the place is full of Rivers and waterfalls and you can have a very calm and enjoyable moment with the beauty of the nature. Must visit place if you are nature lover and love to have some adventurous holiday. For one of the best life time experience, try Gallene Galle for at least one night...
    Ainharan
    Sri Lanka
  • 10
    Scored 10

    A lovely area.

    A lovely area. Spoiled for choice of places to stay and for adventurous activities. Most places are fairly rustic in nature but comfortable. The drive from the Colombo airport to the area takes 2 1/2 to 3 hrs, a long time for a relatively short distance (roads very windy and lots of buses, lorries and tuk-tuks which slow the pace down).
    Andrew
    Oman
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Kitulgala is very well known destination among foreigners...

    Kitulgala is very well known destination among foreigners and locals alike for its rapids, and white water rafting. The Kelani river flows through the area on shallow, rocky surface creating excellent venue for adventure sports. There are many service providers in the area operating white water rafting, canyoning, and many other water based adventure sports. Kitulgala is surrounded by virgin rain forests that adds to serene and relaxing environment untroubled by city traffic or pollutants. There are many places to look around, including nature walks in to forested villages, Belilena (ancient cave) and several water falls.
    seriouscritic1982
    Sri Lanka

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Kitulgala

  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3 reviews
    The location is in the middle of dense forest, with all the basic amenities at your disposal. There was a natural river pond, personally for us. The cook(Deenu) made excellent Sri Lankan food.The attendant (Amil) was very humble and prompt. This hotel is ideal for couple or those people who are looking for complete solitude. The owner was in contact with us throughout our stay and made sure that all our requirements are met. The owner also arranged White water rafting from a very reputed company which was the best part of the stay.
    Swarup
    India
  • From £176.32 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 151 reviews
    Moksha is in the most beautiful setting of Kitulgala. Its a real luxury set within the true nature of the area. The rooms are a great size and well looked after. Having both the pool and the natural pools side by side are a real treat. The one aspect that stood out to me and my friends was the personal touch that the hotel gave us! It was something we had not experienced before. The staff were fabulous and attended to all our needs. The family that own Moksha are an absolute delight and we hope to see them again.
    Nicola
    United Kingdom
  • From £18.90 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 50 reviews
    The host was very supportive. Provided delicious meals with a wide variety. There are few natural pools nearby with easy and private access. The location has a nice view with a quiet surrounding. It's conveniently situated just 5 to 10 minutes away from Kitulgala, allowing easy access to all the adventurous activities this area has to offer. If you are a person who would love a homely stay by being closer to nature, this would be an ideal stay.
    Spirit Walker
    Sri Lanka
  • From £138.60 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 86 reviews
    The views, the natural water pool and the terrace was magical! This place is very tranquil with the most beautiful views of the jungle and mountains. We were the only guests when we arrived and the stuff took a lot of care of us. They even helped us to drive our tuk tuk down because the road to the hotel is very steep and bumpy.
    Ilona
    Spain
  • From £176.32 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 151 reviews
    The staff were a natural extension of the lovely Sri Lankan people, lead by Dulana, who is an exceptional man. Polite, well articulated, and unfadingly helpful and accommodating. The property reflects this, and much more, smack in the middle of the jungle, with all the civility of a modern, clean, comfortable accommodation.
    Riyad
    Saudi Arabia
  • From £176.32 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 151 reviews
    Staff was super friendly and approachable. I also liked their food which felt a lot cleaner than other foods we had in Sri Lanka. Like less oily etc. also absolutely loved having the option to go into the fresh river pond where you can see clear water and tiny fish. It was really cool and refreshing.
    Olivia
    Singapore
  • From £51.97 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 79 reviews
    The hotel is in the middle of the forest and we really enjoyed staying there for one night. It was an amazing experience. The rooms are comfortable and very clean. We also enjoyed the dinner and breakfast. The people there are very friendly. We loved their project.
    Stylianos
    Cyprus
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5 reviews
    I love the location so much. Because this resort is at the middle of a Jungle.its only 15min Drive from Famous tourist destination Kitulgala. It has got so many nice natural pools in bank of the girankitta stream. Its clam and quiet with the sound of native birds.
    Umesh
    Sri Lanka
  • From £29.74 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 15 reviews
    Good basic affordable accommodation. Staff really approachable and happy to help. Dinner was delicious and breakfast the same and very generous. The hidden extra here is the pool in the river just below the hotel which is clean for swimming a lovely surprise.
    Michele
    United Kingdom
  • From £37.80 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 44 reviews
    Tranquility and proximity to water rafting. Also the rooms overhanging on the river. The sound of flowing water.The family run hotel made us most welcome and were great at sorting our diet requirements. It truly felt like a retreat. Well done , and thank you.
    Narendra
    United Kingdom
  • From £29.74 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 15 reviews
    A new hotel, runned by a family who is very helpfull. Rooms are good and there is a shared balcony with splendid views, You can walk freely around Bibili Oya, the river next to the hotel . Food is at average level.
    Charuka
    Australia
  • From £37.80 per night
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1 review
    Probably one of the very few decent hotels in the area, which we picked because our rafting activity started early next day. Breakfast was good and served on time Room was 2-story and spacious
    ILLIA
    Poland
  • 4.5
    Scored 4.5
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 2 reviews
    the owners were really helpful and organized another hotel for the same price because a landslide was blocking the road to our hotel. also he’s helpful with everything you need in Kitulgala!
    Max
    Germany
  • From £189.06 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 21 reviews
    just wonderful. a luxury hotel in the middle of the jungle, good food and service. they also offer a beautiful waterfall tour with an excellent guide called Samire. An excellent experience.
    Gal
    Israel
  • From £176.32 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 151 reviews
    Except the location and nice landscape around, nothing to say about the hotel itself
    Kahina
    United Arab Emirates
  • From £11.02 per night
    5.5
    Scored 5.5
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 2 reviews
    Nothing I never found the hotel
    Stuart
    United Kingdom