Title: River Cottage Wellawaya Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # River Cottage Wellawaya Riverwalk guesthouse with 2 restaurants and spa services ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112530000/112529800/112529731/1a9a492a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112530000/112529800/112529731/2f5f7330.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112530000/112529800/112529731/2887594b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Double or Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112530000/112529800/112529731/2a179c8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112530000/112529800/112529731/c8059d45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Consider a stay at River Cottage Wellawaya and take advantage of a firepit, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as an outdoor entertainment area. ## Popular amenities - Spa - Breakfast available - Pet-friendly - 24/7 front desk - Laundry - Parking included £20 includes taxes & fees 23 Oct - 24 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 11 - Oct 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=112529731&PinnedHotelID=112529731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=112529731&PinnedHotelID=112529731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 12 - Oct 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=112529731&PinnedHotelID=112529731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=112529731&PinnedHotelID=112529731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=112529731&PinnedHotelID=112529731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=112529731&PinnedHotelID=112529731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=112529731&PinnedHotelID=112529731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=112529731&PinnedHotelID=112529731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112530000/112529800/112529731/c8059d45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Balcony Private bathroom Desk - 237 sq ft - River view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Comfort Double or Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112530000/112529800/112529731/2a179c8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Balcony Private bathroom Desk - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112530000/112529800/112529731/c8059d45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Triple Room ### Highlights Balcony Private bathroom Desk - 280 sq ft - River view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWatta-Hotels-River-Cottage-Wellawaya.h112529731.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWatta-Hotels-River-Cottage-Wellawaya.h112529731.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Watta, River Cottage Wellawaya is on the riverwalk. Buduruwagala and Dhowa Rock Temple are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Amphitikanda Tea Estate and Suwadivi Ayurveda Health Care. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like ecotours and hiking/biking trails, or hop on a bike for hire nearby and take a self-guided tour around Watta. [Visit our Watta travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Watta.dx883658071805595648) [View more Guest houses in Watta](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Watta-Guest-Houses.d883658071805595648-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.66593%2C81.11678&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VPTGWQtL2EFutB0J3uAF42dqhIU=) Handapanagala,Watta,Wellawaya., Wellawaya, Wellawaya, 91200 ### What's nearby - Buduruwagala - 20 min drive - 5.3 miles - Diyaluma Falls - 21 min drive - 14.0 miles - Secret Waterfall - 28 min drive - 18.4 miles - Nine Arches Bridge - 38 min drive - 24.8 miles - Little Adam's Peak - 39 min drive - 24.8 miles ### Getting around - Ella Railway Station - 34 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Kauma’s Boat Kitchen - ‬9 min drive - ‪Delish Family Restaurant - ‬10 min drive - ‪Kirindi Oya Hotel - ‬8 min drive - ‪Little Roseinn - ‬7 min drive - ‪Hot Pot Hotel - ‬8 min drive ## About this property ### River Cottage Wellawaya Guest house by the river You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services at River Cottage Wellawaya. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and an outdoor entertainment area are available to all guests. Other perks at this guest house include: - Free self-parking - English breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and barbecues - A 24-hour front desk, outdoor furniture and coffee/tea in reception Room features All guest rooms at River Cottage Wellawaya include amenities, such as free WiFi. Extra amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers and soap - Balconies, a personal chef and housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Araliya Villa - Without Pool | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112080000/112070600/112070539/1bd3aa0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ella Nine Peaks (Araliya Villa & The Club House) Ella - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Kids pool 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=112070539&PinnedHotelID=112070539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83280000/83271500/83271446/e1971528.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### MOI Ella by DBI Ella - Pool - Spa - Kids pool - Parking included 7.6 Good 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=83271446&PinnedHotelID=83271446&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101820000/101814700/101814694/0fffc910.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sewana Guest INN Wellawaya - Parking included - Breakfast available - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk £6 includes taxes & fees 21 Oct - 22 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=101814694&PinnedHotelID=101814694&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19650000/19643000/19642911/afb39ef7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wild Escape Buttala - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant £56 includes taxes & fees 25 Oct - 26 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=19642911&PinnedHotelID=19642911&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48880000/48870300/48870266/01e33b27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Living Heritage Koslanda Koslanda - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=48870266&PinnedHotelID=48870266&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Wel Vidana - Forest View | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12880000/12875000/12874957/ce453cd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jetwing Kaduruketha Wellawaya - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.6 Exceptional 89 reviews £116 includes taxes & fees 31 Oct - 1 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=12874957&PinnedHotelID=12874957&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112090000/112088300/112088264/bcfa5dc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### White Square Home-stay Wellawaya - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Parking available £36 includes taxes & fees 12 Oct - 13 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=112088264&PinnedHotelID=112088264&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Weekend English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: LKR 1,500 per person - 2 restaurants - Coffee and tea in common areas - Private picnics ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (on request) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - On a river - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture ### Spa - Massage - Spa services ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Chef service ### More - Desk ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 2:00 PM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Renovations and closures The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 5 August to 15 August: - Dining venue ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay for free Welcoming dogs and cats only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children aged 8 and younger eat free breakfast ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for English breakfast: from approximately LKR 1500 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as River Wellawaya Wellawaya River Cottage Wellawaya Wellawaya River Cottage Wellawaya Guesthouse River Cottage Wellawaya Guesthouse Wellawaya ## Frequently asked questions ### Is River Cottage Wellawaya pet-friendly? > Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at River Cottage Wellawaya? > As of 11 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Cottage Wellawaya on 23 Oct 2025 start from £20.37, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Watta-Hotels-River-Cottage-Wellawaya.h112529731.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at River Cottage Wellawaya? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at River Cottage Wellawaya? > Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at River Cottage Wellawaya? > Checkout is at 2:00 PM. ### Where is River Cottage Wellawaya located? > Situated on the riverwalk, this guesthouse is 4.3 mi (7 km) from Buduruwagala and within 16 miles (25 km) of Diyaluma Falls and Yala National Park. Secret Waterfall and Rakkiththa Kanda Rajamaha Viharaya are also within 20 miles (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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