Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala
4.5 star property

Luxury hotel with 3 indoor pools and free breakfast

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Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, River View | View from property
Boating
Front of property
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Lunch and dinner served, international cuisine

Overview of Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Highlights
  • Staff & service is scored top 10% in Kithulgala by travellers.
  • Cleanliness is scored top 10% in Kithulgala by travellers.

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
The price is ₹16,045
Price available on 11/04/2024

Explore the area

Koskanuwala Watta, Mahabage, Kithulgala, 0094
  • Popular LocationBelilena Cave17 min walk
  • Popular LocationKithulgala shop12 min drive
  • Popular LocationKitulgala Rest House12 min drive
  • Popular LocationAberdeen Waterfall34 min drive
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Room options

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

cleanliness

Highlights

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

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

cleanliness

Highlights

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

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About the area

Kithulgala

Located in Kithulgala, Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala is in the historical district and on the riverwalk. Adams Peak is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Aberdeen Waterfall and Laxapana Falls. Travelling 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 cave exploring and hiking/biking trails.

What's nearby

  • Belilena Cave - 17 min walk
  • Aberdeen Waterfall - 34 min drive
  • Laxapana Falls - 46 min drive
  • Adams Peak - 69 min drive
  • Temple of the Tooth - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kitulgala Rest House - 12 min drive
  • Kithul Villa - 16 min drive
  • Kithulgala shop - 12 min drive
  • Green View Hotel - 25 min drive
  • CHC - Kithulgala - 12 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. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the on-site international cuisine restaurant. 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 local area shuttle, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • A billiards/pool table, a front desk safe and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as separate sitting areas and dressing gowns.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with jetted baths and free toiletries
  • 40-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and fridges

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle up to 6 km
  • Area shuttle
  • 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

  • Daily housekeeping

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

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

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
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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
Palmstone Retreat Kithulgala Yatiyantota
Palmstone Retreat Kithulgala
Palmstone Retreat Kithulgala
Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala Hotel
Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala Kithulgala
Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala Hotel Kithulgala

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala?

As of 29 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala on 11 Apr 2024 start from ₹16,045.32, 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.

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?

Checkout 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.

Palmstone Retreat - Kithulgala Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 19 reviews" "
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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sankha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Luxurious stay in the middle of a jungle
I went with my wife and four year old daughter. 6km small Road to the hotel is horrible. Need a high clearance vehicle. My honda fit nearly escaped any damages. Otherwise the stay was superb. Location is unique.rooms were great. Food was ok,slightly more expensive than similar class hotels,may be because of the location, wifi is terrible.my Dialog mobile had moderate level of signals,but no 3G. Any way,I actually staying unplugged.There is a nearby waterfall with clear water.its an unique experience. Can recommend to nature lovers and any body wishes to spend time in a calm and quiet environment.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was the highlight of our trip. The property is located quite a ways from the main road, deep inside the jungle; however ‘going the extra mile’ is completely worth the experience. Upon arrival, the hotel staff greeted us with a ‘Welcome’ juice and checked us in our bungalow, which was located right next to the small river running by the hotel. The room is very spacious, with floor to ceiling windows. The bathroom is huge with both a shower and a jet pool. The environment is very relaxing and tranquil, which feels nice after the everyday ‘hustle and bustle’ of life. Breakfast is amazing and prepared by a chef, who used to work at one of the Jumeriah resorts in Dubai! His milk rice and dhal curry was the best I have tasted in Sri Lanka! =) The hotel had an awesome tour guide, who took us on a hike to the most beautiful waterfall I have ever seen in my life! Unfortunately we have only stayed 1 night at this resort; however I would love to return in the near future. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone who wishes to get away from the ‘touristy’ stuff and have a truly unique and world class experience!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Two night family stay during 3 week Trip to SL
This hotel is sold as a five star retreat but it isn't as well-maintained as it should be. The little things that you would expect weren't quite done. The two jacuzzis next to the swimming pool weren't working and we were told that they were too expensive to repair, the jacuzzi with our room was initially freezing cold. The TV room (with pool table and outdoor terrance) was too hot and basically unused. Despite the large TV, there was no DVD player to play a film, etc. The daybeds on the balcony had no mattresses and cushions to sit on (by day two they appeared). There were therefore very simple fixes to this if people applied a little thought. As a retreat, it is of course in the middle of nowhere. No complaints about that - but the hotel gave little assistance about what you could do. There is plenty of wildlife around and white water rafting, etc., but you have to find out about it practically by yourself. Having said that, the food was very good and the service at dinner excellent. In all this, the best thing about the hotel was one of the staff - LAKMAL. He clearly has the guest's welfare at heart. He took us, including our girls (5 and 7) on a nature trail, organised a walk to a waterfall and rockpools to dive in/swim. He showed them how the locals extract rubber. Every morning he checks for wildlife to later show them to guests. He showed us where we could feed the fish. If they take his attitude (and a bit of thought) this could be a really great hotel!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

A, Gurgaon, India

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice relaxing resort in the middle of rainforests
Very peaceful and beautiful natural environment. Great food and service.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kristy, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxed and thoroughly enjoyable
Palmstone Retreat is exceptional. We were here for our honeymoon and so glad we chose something different to the main resorts. An adventurous drive into the resort by 4x4 from town, approx 30 mins around windy roads, you arrive at paradise. Set in the middle of the rainforest is a boutique resort with 6 rooms, therefore with very few guests they have time to focus on what you want. The service is amazing, very attentive and there to assist with everything you need. Our room was sensational, a jacuzzi and sauna in our large room overlooking the river! All faculties are very clean. The chef does a great job cooking from a decent sized menu for a small resort, all meals very reasonably priced and tasty. They don't have a license to serve alcohol but no problems if you want to bring your own in (buy from the wine store or the staff will be happy to organise for you during the day if you wish!) We organized activities through the hotel including tuk tuk rides to white water rafting and canyoning through Action Lanka, we loved every bit of it. Also a waterfall tour by the hotel where we swam in fresh water with lovely views! DVD's also available to hire. We would highly recommend Palmstone Retreat and hope we will be able to return one day!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent boutique hotel
Excellent boutique hotel and service in beautiful area, though a little remote. Rooms are luxurious and clean, service is excellent and friendly, food is very tasty.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Leann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Couples retreat
We loved our stay. It really gave us some down time after climbing mountains and rafting. The hotel room was massive: steam room and plung pool were in the room! We had a view of the river and the room was private. Lakmal offered us excellent service. Helping me into the river and taking us on a jungle walk. He even lit candles around the pool for us as a surprise whilst we had dinner! I'd highly recommend you take alcohol and snacks as you can't get these once at the hotel. The food is nice at the restaurant. You should leave your car at the bottom of the hill and call the hotel to pick you up. The road is currently being re-paved which will be less daunting of a ride to the secluded hotel. You can do rafting around this area but we stayed in the hotel. We loved it as a couple but there was also a family there and the kids enjoyed the large shared pool. We will be back if we can. I'd recommend more than 1 night here.

10/10 Excellent

AS, DXD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible experience
Palm stone is a very special amazing experience on its own!! The room view is out of this world and the stuff is very helpful and friendly whom went to the extra mile to make our stay more than comfortable. Me and my wife loved the place and will definetly come again as soon as we can.

10/10 Excellent

Ahmad, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place!
What can I say! The place is an mazing in the middle of the jungle with river running a few meters away! This place is one of the most beautiful places I ever seen! The rushing of the river water a few meters away was an enjoyable and very relaxing experience! The staff were very friendly and very helpful! the Manager; Mr. Tyrone was extremely helpful and very kind! He made an upgrade for us! The chef was so kind -- came to our table to ensure our food was done to our satisfaction! The staff made everything possible to ensure we are comfortable! Thanks to Mr. Tyrone and the staff for making our stay a very enjoyable experience!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort