Rafters Retreat
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About this property
Rafters Retreat is located amid 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 rafting, cycling or diving. Rustic accommodations features wooden interiors and a balcony. Each room is fitted with a fan, and a private bathroom with shower facilities. Besides free parking, complimentary WiFi access is provided in the property’s public areas. Assistance can be sought with airport shuttle, or the rental of barbecue facilities. Breakfast consists of a choice of Western or Sri Lankan delights. Fixed lunch and dinner menus are also served at the open-air restaurant. Room service is provided. This property is 40 mi from Bandaranaike International Airport.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Medis
Sri Lanka
“The location is excellent, offering plenty of rafting, adventure activities, and authentic local experiences. I especially loved the old colonial-style bungalow.it's not part of the resort, but the resort was built around its grounds. It looks...” - Lova
Sweden
“First of all, we highly recommend staying here! We stayed a night in the eco room. It was the most amazing room right by the river. It is open to nature and has a rustic touch but it was very clean and sooo nice with the nature so close. To sit...” - Lea
Bosnia and Herzegovina
“Exceptional service, cleanliness, private access to holy Kelani Ganga river, where you can take dips, superb food-with amazing kitchen staff, and very hospitable manager. The team took really great care of us. 🙏” - Sharon
United Kingdom
“The location is magical and you really are at one with nature! The views are stunning and going to sleep to the sound of the rapids was amazing. The staff are great, willing to do anything to make your stay brilliant. Food is awesome too.” - Ayr
Sri Lanka
“The Location and the service of the hotel is perfect and we loved it from the time we have checked in.” - Thomas
United Kingdom
“Very beautiful location by the river. Not a lot in the vicinity but that isn’t why you stay here. Rafting was great fun and easy to arrange” - Cindy
United States
“the location is unbeatable!! as previous reviews state the property is a touch rundown. but if you look past that and enjoy it for what it it’s fantastic! right on the river (the noise of the river is like white noise I slept great!) the main...” - Kathryn
United Kingdom
“This is a fun, fairly rustic place, right on the river. The rooms are surprisingly comfortable with good beds and decent bathrooms for this type of accommodation. Amazing to have the river rushing by. The food is fine, nothing exceptionable but...” - Matt
United Kingdom
“Incredible view of the lake right in front of the room, excellent food, very friendly staff, rafting was great and really easy to sort out” - Hicks
United Kingdom
“Great location and staff will organise all your watersports activities to work around your schedule. Also amazing breakfast”
Area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
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There are no extra beds available at this property.
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