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Rafters Retreat

2.5 star property
Riverfront hotel in Kithulgala with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View
Snack bar
Lobby sitting area
Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View
Water view
Rafters Retreat offers a serene getaway with its lush garden, bar, and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy mountain biking or take an ecotour nearby; afterwards unwind with bicycle rentals and tour assistance - many previous guests have praised the staff's helpfulness.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • BBQ(s)
  • Free self-parking
  • Snack bar/deli

Room options

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Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View

Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View

Highlights

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

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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
  • 19 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
Hilland Group, Kitulgala, Kithulgala, SG, 71720

What's nearby

  • Belilena Cave - 16 min drive
  • Aberdeen Waterfall - 25 min drive
  • Laxapana Falls - 37 min drive
  • Sri Pada - 60 min drive
  • Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage - 67 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Kitulgala Rest House
  • ‪Olu Resort And Adventures - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kithulgala shop - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kithul Villa - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Green View Hotel - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Rafters Retreat

When visiting Kithulgala, Rafters Retreat is a great choice to consider. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. A snack bar/deli, free bike rentals and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 15
    • Check-out time is noon
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Bed rails
  • Stair gate

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Mountain biking
  • Ziplining
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Free bike hire

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Children's dinnerware

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 7 for adults and USD 3 to 5 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Rafters Retreat Hotel
Rafters Retreat Kithulgala
Rafters Retreat Hotel Kithulgala

Frequently asked questions

Does Rafters Retreat offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Rafters Retreat does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Rafters Retreat?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Rafters Retreat?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Rafters Retreat?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Rafters Retreat and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as mountain biking, zip-lining and hiking. Additional recreation on-site includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Rafters Retreat?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around Rafters Retreat like?

Rafters Retreat is located by the river. Popular attractions include Laxapana Falls, which is 37 minutes away by car.

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Rafters Retreat Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

50 external reviews