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Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with 3 indoor pools and free breakfast

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Front of property
Lobby lounge
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Lunch and dinner served, international cuisine
Palmstone Retreat sits along the river in Kithulgala, offering a quiet escape complete with English breakfast and a welcoming manager's reception. Travelers can sip drinks at the poolside bar or rejuvenate in the steam room after a day of exploration.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, River View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub, River View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub, River View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Kithulgala, Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala is in the historical district and on the riverwalk. Sri Pada is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Aberdeen Waterfall and Laxapana Falls. Traveling with kids? Consider New Paradise Spice & Herbal Garden and Pinnawala Zoo. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ziplining and hiking/biking trails.
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Koskanuwala Watta, Mahabage, Kithulgala, 0094

What's nearby

  • Aberdeen Waterfall - 37 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • Laxapana Falls - 43 min drive - 17.3 miles
  • Kotmale Reservoir Viewpoint - 46 min drive - 24.9 miles
  • Ambuluwawa Temple - 60 min drive - 31.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Nadeeshan Hotel - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Green View Hotel - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪CHC - Kithulgala - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Millanium Family Restaurant - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Pallaha Kadae - ‬22 min drive

About this property

Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala

Luxury family-friendly hotel by the river
At Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala, you can look forward to free English breakfast, a poolside bar, and a free manager's reception. For some rest and relaxation, visit the steam room. The on-site restaurant offers lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and a garden.
Additional perks include:
  • 3 indoor pools and an outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A free area shuttle, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge), luggage storage, and a billiards/pool table
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like separate sitting areas and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with jetted tubs and free toiletries
  • 40-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle up to 6 km
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Free manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 3 indoor pools
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • 3 indoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Built in 2014
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
Property Registration Number PV67513

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Palmstone Retreat Kithulgala Hotel Yatiyantota
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Frequently asked questions

Does Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 Indoor pools, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool.

Is Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala located?

Located on the riverwalk, this family-friendly hotel is 13.1 mi (21 km) from Aberdeen Waterfall and 17.1 mi (27.5 km) from Laxapana Falls.

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