Villa Riverside, Алутгама, Шри-Ланка

Staff went above and beyond to provide a really good breakfast. . Staff also provided excellent local information and tips to enhance our holiday. Transportation was also readily available.

The location of this small hotel is stunning; there is an infinity pool overlooking the river. I did jet skiing on the river (Jasmine Villa next door, does this and many other waterspouts for half the price of the places in town). The owners also agreed that a boat could collect us from the garden for a river safari. The beaches and town are walking distance or a cheap tuk tuk ride away (the property house an in-house tuk tuk, which is very convenient). The room was spacious and very luxurious especially for the price. We had the balcony room with the view over the river, which was worth the extra money. There was a large hot shower and a fridge (the property also sells beers for a reasonable price and provides bottle openers if you want to buy your own). The Sri Lankan owners were really lovely. 2 really good recommendations for restaurants are the Maharajah (on the beach) and the Happy Garden (by the train station)