PELLI RIVERINE, Weligama
About the Hotel
Pelli Riverine with lakeside location, free shuttle, and water sports
Pelli Riverine, a 3-star hotel near Weligama Beach, offers a tranquil lakeside setting just under 1 km from the shore and 16 km from Koggala Airport. The property features rooms with balconies, private bathrooms, and garden or lake views, each equipped with air-conditioning, a work desk, and a dining area. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a sun terrace, and a garden with outdoor fireplace and seating. Dining options include on-site meals served outdoors, with BBQ facilities available free of charge. For leisure, the hotel provides windsurfing, fishing, cycling, darts, diving, and cooking classes, plus bicycle rental for exploring the area. Wellness services include various massages such as back, foot, and full body treatments, available on-site. Practical amenities include a 24-hour front desk, private check-in/out, tour desk, currency exchange, and free parking, along with an airport shuttle service at no extra cost. The hotel also offers laundry, room service, and safety deposit boxes, making it suitable for both short and extended stays. Business travelers will find a work desk in rooms and free WiFi in public areas, though no dedicated business center is present. Family-friendly features include baby safety gates, non-smoking rooms, and a shared lounge/TV area, while the tour desk can assist with excursion planning. Pelli Riverine's location next to the river provides a quiet atmosphere, yet Weligama Beach and the Main Street are within a 5-10 minute walk, and the surrounding area is known for wildlife like lizards, birds, and crocodiles.
Pros
Quiet riverfront location with wildlife viewing, yet just 5-10 minutes on foot from Weligama Beach.
Free airport shuttle service and private parking are provided.
Rooms include balconies, private bathrooms, and garden or lake views.
On-site massages and water sports activities like windsurfing and diving are available.
The owner, Sanju, is noted for hospitality and even speaks German.
Cons
Mosquitoes can be prevalent when sitting outside.
There is no dedicated business center or meeting rooms on the property.
Must-do experiences
- Surf at Weligama Bay; catch the morning waves like a pro.
- Visit the old town of Matara for stunning colonial architecture.
- Try the local seafood curry at Shanti's Fish Hut for lunch.
- Explore the hidden jungle path to the secret beach of Mirissa.
- Don't miss the colorful Weligama market for fresh local produce.
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Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Barber shop
- Fireplace
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Cycling
- Darts
- Fishing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- Outdoor dining area
Children
- Playpen
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Dining table
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
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