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River Cottage Wellawaya

3.0 star property

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Consider a stay at River Cottage Wellawaya and take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as an outdoor entertainment area.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
The current price is ￥3,139
￥3,704 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room

A room with a wooden desk, two chairs, a window with blue curtains, a wooden door, and a mirror on the wall.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • River view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Double or Twin Room

A neatly made bed with a beige blanket, a pillow with an elephant design, and a canopy overhead.

Comfort Double or Twin Room

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room

A room with a wooden desk, two chairs, a window with blue curtains, a wooden door, and a mirror on the wall.

Deluxe Triple Room

  • River view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi
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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 the area. Visit our Watta travel guide
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91200, Wellawaya, Wellawaya, Handapanagala,Watta,Wellawaya.

What's nearby

  • A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by lush greenery.
    Diyaluma Falls
    23 min drive - 24.7 km
  • A blue train on a curved bridge through a dense forest.
    Nine Arches Bridge
    54 min drive - 47.0 km
  • An elephant by a riverbank with dense greenery in the background.
    Udawalawe National Park
    56 min drive - 57.6 km
  • Buduruwagala
    20 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Lunugamvehera National Park
    21 min drive - 19.8 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
  • Delish Family Restaurant
    10 min drive
  • Lakshan Hotel
    3 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 bidets
    • Balconies, a personal chef, and housekeeping

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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

  • Bidet
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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 Jul 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Cottage Wellawaya on Jul 29, 2026 start from ￥3,139, 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?

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

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Reviews

9.4

Exceptional