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Rafters Retreat

2.5 star property
Travelers find the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation at this riverside retreat, where nature beckons with scenic bike rides and peaceful garden moments

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Rafters Retreat offers natural beauty and comfort with a garden, bar, and free WiFi in common areas. Guests can enjoy mountain biking and ecotours, with on-site bicycle rentals. The staff provides helpful tour assistance, which previous visitors consistently appreciate.

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

Room options

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Deluxe Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View | Balcony

Deluxe Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Detached private bathroom
Champagne service
Daily housekeeping
Children's dinnerware
  • River view
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Detached private bathroom
Champagne service
Daily housekeeping
Children's dinnerware
  • River view
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Located in Kithulgala, Rafters Retreat is in the historical district and on a river. Belilena Cave and Japan Peace Temple are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Aberdeen Waterfall and Laxapana Falls. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain climbing and rock climbing. Visit our Kithulgala travel guide
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Hilland Group, Kitulgala, Kithulgala, SG, 71720

What's nearby

  • Aberdeen Waterfall
    30 min drive - 14.2 miles
  • Castlereagh Reservoir
    35 min drive - 23.6 miles
  • Laxapana Falls
    37 min drive - 17.4 miles

Getting around

  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
    165 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kitulgala Rest House
  • Kithul Villa
    7 min drive
  • Olu Resort And Adventures
    10 min drive
  • Green View Hotel
    16 min drive
  • Nadeeshan Hotel
    8 min drive

About this property

Rafters Retreat

Hotel by the river
You can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities and a bar at Rafters Retreat. Adventurous travellers may like the mountain biking, ziplining and ecotours at this hotel. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), free bike hire and tour/ticket information
  • Luggage storage, concierge services and barbecues
Other amenities include:
  • Turndown services, guidebooks and local maps
  • Children's dinnerware and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 7 for adults and USD 3 to 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • Children's dinnerware
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 7 for adults and USD 3 to 5 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Rafters Retreat Hotel
Rafters Retreat Kithulgala
Rafters Retreat Hotel Kithulgala

Frequently asked questions

Is Rafters Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rafters Retreat?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rafters Retreat?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Rafters Retreat?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Rafters Retreat located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Belilena Cave and 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from Aberdeen Waterfall. Laxapana Falls and Castlereagh Reservoir are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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Reviews

8.2

Very good