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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.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ilona
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“Secret beautiful place in the forest to relex . Amazing with river and waterfall and amazing suites.” 
Emma
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“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“Amazing location and super hospitable staff made our stay at Palmstone Retreat a great one”
- Joanna
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“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“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“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“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
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineAmerican • Chinese • French • Indian • Italian • Seafood • Local • Asian • European
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
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.
The fine print
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.
