riVer
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<h2>Elegant Accommodations</h2> riVer in Pelena offers a serene garden and stunning river views. Guests enjoy a terrace and private bathrooms equipped with modern amenities. <h2>Comfortable Facilities</h2> The guest house provides free on-site private parking, a tea and coffee maker, electric kettle, and shower facilities. Reception staff speak German, English, Spanish, and French. <h2>Convenient Location</h2> Located 11 mi from Koggala Airport, riVer is a 9-minute walk from Weligama Beach. Nearby attractions include Galle Fort and Galle Light House, each 19 mi away. <h2>Guest Satisfaction</h2> Highly rated for its friendly host and convenient location, riVer ensures a pleasant stay for all visitors.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Elina
Armenia“The host is an awesome guy—super chill, really interesting, and full of great stories. You could talk to him for hours! The garden is just as amazing—peaceful, well-kept, and you can tell he puts a lot of care into every little detail. I’d totally...” - Rozaliya
Russia“Volky is a very nice host. I enjoyed my stay very much. The room has everything you need. I loved sitting outside in the evening and watching the stars. If you are looking for a calm place to stay not far away from Weligama Beach, this is your...” - Denizden
Turkey“This place is like a little retreat center with the river, so many beautiful animals and Volky’s kind hospitality. Watching the birds, meditating next to the river, playing on the grass, having nice conversations with Volky in the communal...” - Mor
Israel“Quiet and beautiful area on the river Owner so nice and welcoming ☺️ Big room and good facilities” 
Jay
United Kingdom“Beautiful place on the riverside. Volki the owner and host is lovely.”- מרציאנו
Sri Lanka“The host is a charming, very kind person who offered to help with everything we asked for. The place is very relaxing on the lake. You can really enjoy the pastoral vegetation and the lake and the monkeys that come to visit.” 
Karen United Kingdom“Sometimes you find a little corner of the world that just has some kind of special energy, for me this was one of those places... A beautiful tranquil haven beside the river, and only 5 min walk to the quiet peaceful end of Weligama Bay beach....”
Pedro United Kingdom“Really nice setting by the river (bar the mosquitos), quiet, friendly owner”
David
New Zealand“Very simple, tidy rooms on a stunning property overlooking the river. Very connected to nature with monkeys, iguanas, frogs, and crabs making holes in the shore. Rustic kitchen available with utensils if you need to cook something on the...”
Wiegand
Germany“Der Garten und der Blick von den Zimmern auf den Fluss ist der absolute Hammer. Sehr entspannte Atmosphäre und alles sehr liebevoll gestaltet. Mit dem Besitzer war ich sofort auf einer Wellenlänge und es hat Spass gemacht sich mit ihm zu...”
Area info
Amenities of riVerGreat facilities! Review score, 9.3
Most popular amenities
- Free parking
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
View
- River view
- View
Outdoors
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
PetsPets are allowed. No extra charges.
Food & Drink
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetNo internet access available.
ParkingFree private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Languages Spoken
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
House rulesriVer takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
