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Reviews of Riverside Hotel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

475/A/1, Negombo Rd, Dadugama Thotupala, Ja-ela, 11350 Katunayaka, Sri Lanka

#24 of 56 hotels in Katunayaka

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 17 hotel reviews

7.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.8

  • Comfort

    7.5

  • Location

    8.2

  • Facilities

    7.6

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: August 12, 2025

    1.0
    Be warned!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    See above. The hotel is also in the middle of nowhere so we couldn't even get food.

    We booked a night at this hotel back in June but we didn't end up staying. It seems like the property is more focused on the sports facilities because the rooms was unclean, the bed was broken and the fittings were shabby. We thought we might stay to use the pool, which is big, but the stagnant water didn't look clean and I didn't want to put the children in it. The staff were very nice and even helped us load the luggage into the taxi!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: July 7, 2025

    1.0
    Even if it was free, I would not stay at this hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything !!!! Dirty had mold, even the pillows had mold. Mosquitos. There is no proper reception just a desk, staff only spoke Tamil, no where to get food or drinks in the hotel. The reviews on this hotel I believe are all fake. No one in their right mind would give 10 let a lone even 1 Hence to say we did not stay at this hotel.

    Booking.com website. Going on to show on map and clicking the different hotels near airport.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 27, 2025

    1.0
    Unexpected disappointment
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    The most disappointing aspect was the lack of cleanliness in the room. While I’m comfortable with basic facilities, cleanliness is a fundamental expectation—regardless of the price point or location.

    This property did not meet expectations and would be more accurately described as budget backpacker accommodation, rather than a hotel. The room was not clean, with visibly dirty bed linen and threadbare towels. Its location beside a river also raised concerns about mosquitoes, though we did not stay long enough to confirm. The photographs online were misleading and did not reflect the actual condition of the property. The overwhelmingly positive reviews seemed unreliable, and we immediately sought alternative accommodation. Fortunately, the Radisson was only 400 metres away. The only positive note was the genuine warmth of the manager who checked us in. Given the evident resource constraints and the likelihood that this hotel operates under difficult conditions, we chose not to request a refund. We felt they needed the money more than we did.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 15, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very kind owner! location is very convenient and safe. Helped arrange a driver to whole colombo city.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 9, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    excellent place. convenient for all travels. service is best. they have a big pool and biggest lake goes infront.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 11, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Set in a beautiful location, the owners were super kind and helpful. the work is going on there but rooms were completed and pool was great.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 10, 2025

    10
    recommended for all travellers
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Amazing location, beautiful view from the balcony, nice pool and breathtaking lake view.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 26, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Relaxing and secluded place. a/c worked well. rooms were large, could accommodate more. Tasty meals. Highly recommended.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 24, 2025

    5.0
    Fair
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Once in the room it was definitely clear that there is a lack of maintenance: mould spots, several leaking faucets, cob webs. However, most problematic to me was that the bed sheets had quite some stains and that with the general state of disrepair and (lack of) cleanliness I didn’t feel confident that I was sleeping in a clean bed. This kept me up, together with the karaoke party happening downstairs until late at night (which I thought was probably in honor of the owner’s return). Most surprising to me is that there were several 10-point reviews from European tourists, who stayed here in the days running up to my stay, and that the overall review score right now is 9.9. Either the previous guests must have much lower standards than me, or perhaps there are other rooms that are in a better state. While I can definitely see the potential of the place, with the pool looking very nice and the area being very green, you should also be mindful of the many mosquitoes (near water) and the absence of any food offering, despite it being off the main road so nothing else is nearby.

    When I arrived I was welcomed by the friendly owner of the place, who had just come back from Australia. He apologized in advance that he had found the hotel in a state that was less than he expected and gave me a chance to look at the room before paying (it was 10 pm though so it would be hard to go anywhere else). At a first glance the room was basic, but seemed ok enough for one night before a flight, and it had a good AC.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 22, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Great layout and very well equipped. Really accessible location. Very friendly and helpful staff. also very near to airport.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 21, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The room was clean, we stayed only one night but is was perfect for this short stay. I can recommend it for a longer stay too. beds were comfortable, AC worked well

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 19, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Friendly and helpful staff. Superb location. room was very comfortable and very clean! biggest pool ever

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 16, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    excellent place. convenient for all travels. service is best. great value for money. Right next to the lake, very clean, cozy and comfortable.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 12, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Excellent budget accommodation in seeduwa. close to airport. Our double room was best and clean with fresh towels. The host was exceptionally friendly, helpful and attentive. He offered us complimentary tea and coffee at every opportunity and helped us plan the next few days of our trip.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 11, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Well maintained rooms with friendly staff. there was a big pool and had great fun. Good place to hold a beer in hand and enjoy the evening breeze. highly recommended for all kind of travelers.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: December 24, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

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    Stayed in December 2024

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