Palmstone Retreat

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Staff

9.6

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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Palmstone Retreat

Situated in dense rainforest of Kitulgala, Palmstone Retreat offers the benefits of an outdoor swimming pool, a waterfall and a spectacular view of nature. Free WiFi access is available throughout the property. The spacious and bright air-conditioned rooms have flat-screen cable TV and seating area with sofa. The attached bathrooms come with free toiletries, a hairdryer and shower. Rooms also have the option of a private plunge pool and sauna or a spa bath and private deck. Guests can enjoy water rafting and bird watching at the property. The area is popular for canoeing. The restaurant offers both international and local cuisine. Guests can enjoy a romantic dining experience on the private deck overlooking the waterfall. Room service is available. Nuwara Eliya is about 80 km from Palmstone Retreat. The Bandaranaike International Airport is about 150 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-free, Asian

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Ilona
Netherlands Netherlands
“Beautiful ending to our Sri Lankan holiday. Had the whole place to ourselves! We had the room with the small outdoor pool and steamroom. It's in the middle of nowhere, but that made this such a nice place. Food was very good, breakfast next to the...”
Mordechay
Israel Israel
“Secret beautiful place in the forest to relex . Amazing with river and waterfall and amazing suites.”
Emma
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A beautiful hotel in a beautiful location. It was quiet and full of amazing wildlife. A wonderful and relaxing place! Sameera, the hotel naturalist was a huge asset and took us on two fabulous walks to go birdwatching and see the cave as well as...”
Sigal
Israel Israel
“Wow!!!! Placed in. The jungle. Huge cabana with spa. Gorgeous place. Very spacious. Beautiful designed. With the sound of the river nearby. Highly recommended. One of the best places we have ever been.”
Barcin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Amazing location and super hospitable staff made our stay at Palmstone Retreat a great one”
Joanna
Austria Austria
“Fantastic location in the jungle. Huge and very comfortable suite with a great private plunge pool. Very clean and lovely friendly staff.”
Blancbena
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Its one of the best places i stayes in sri lanka . Too quiet . Comfortable . And the staff were amazing and patient . Helpful . I forget to ask their names but i remember mohamed was amazing with everything . The driver he picked me up from the...”
Ian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Huge ajoining well appointed suites overlooking the river in the midlle of the rain forest with a steam room, heated plunge pool and jacuzzi bath. Yes the location is remote, but well worth the effort. Stunning main building and pool, with super...”
Joris
Netherlands Netherlands
“Amazing location, waterfall and natural slide nearby with natural pool. Long drive up there on small road, yet worth it. There are only six rooms, which makes it a quiet retreat with plenty of personnel. We forgot some things in the room which...”
Nimna
New Zealand New Zealand
“Mohammed showed us around and accommodated us very well! Sameera took us to the river right next to the retreat and swam with us. Indunil checked us out with no issues! And they had free shuttle service. Overall beautiful retreat and location,...”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    American • Chinese • French • Indian • Italian • Seafood • Local • Asian • European
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

Palmstone Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 15:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 11:00 to 11:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
US$25 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 10 years
Extra bed upon request
US$25 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note:

- All rooms are non smoking

- The property does not sell alcohol. Guests are free to bring their own.

- Extremely low vehicles like Prius may find it hard to navigate the last few kilometers to Palmstone.

Please note that the property can arrange for a free transfer from the Kitugala town. Guests who wish to use this facility can contact the property directly.

Please inform Palmstone Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.