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River Cottage Wellawaya

3.0 star property
Riverwalk guesthouse with 2 restaurants and spa services

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Comfort Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi
Exterior
Restaurant
1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
The current price is ₩33,606
₩39,655 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24

Room options

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Comfort Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi

Comfort Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 22 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

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. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and ecotours, or hop on a bike rental nearby and take a self-guided tour around Watta.
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Handapanagala,Watta,Wellawaya., Wellawaya, Wellawaya, 91200

What's nearby

  • Buduruwagala - 20 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Diyaluma Falls - 21 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Secret Waterfall - 28 min drive - 29.6 km
  • Nine Arches Bridge - 38 min drive - 39.8 km
  • Little Adam's Peak - 39 min drive - 39.8 km

Getting around

  • Ella Railway Station - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kauma’s Boat Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Little Roseinn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hot Pot Hotel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gangadhara an Eco LODGE - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Prathapasinghe Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

About this property

River Cottage Wellawaya

Guesthouse 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. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and an outdoor entertainment area are available to all guests.
Other perks at this guesthouse include:
  • Free self parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), barbecue grills, and outdoor furniture
  • Smoke-free premises, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at River Cottage Wellawaya include amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and soap
  • Balconies, a personal chef, and housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 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

  • Smoking not allowed

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 August 5 to August 15:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children aged 8 and younger eat free breakfast

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: 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

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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 Aug 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Cottage Wellawaya on Aug 23, 2025 start from ₩33,606, excluding 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 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?

Check-out 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 mi (25 km) of Diyaluma Falls and Yala National Park. Secret Waterfall and Rakkiththa Kanda Rajamaha Viharaya are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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River Cottage Wellawaya Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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