Palmstone Retreat

Secret beautiful place in the forest to relex .Amazing with river and waterfall and amazing suites.

Not good WiFi connection

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 to the waterfall. He was hugely knowledgeable about the bird life and a great guide. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him and the hotel to anyone wanting to see local wildlife and birds.

A Perfect Anniversary Escape: Exceptional Service and Stunning Views at Palmstone ResortI recently had the pleasure of celebrating our wedding anniversary at Palmstone Resort, and it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment we arrived, the staff went above and beyond to ensure our stay was special. Their warm hospitality truly set the tone for our getaway.One of the highlights of our stay was the breathtaking green view from our suite. The large glass walls allowed us to soak in the natural beauty surrounding us, making it the perfect backdrop for our celebration. The suite itself was spacious and beautifully designed, providing plenty of room to relax. We loved having the option of either a jacuzzi or a steam room. We chose the suite with the jacuzzi, which also featured a lovely chilling patio—ideal for unwinding after a day of exploring.To make our anniversary even more special, the team surprised us with a delicious cake and allowed us to celebrate next to the pool. It was such a thoughtful gesture that made our day feel even more festive. The next morning, we enjoyed a beautifully prepared breakfast right in front of the river, which was a delightful way to start the day.The only downside we encountered was a few insects that made their way into the room when we opened and closed the doors. However, we appreciated that there was an insect repellent already installed in both the room and restroom, which helped mitigate the issue.Overall, our stay at Palmstone Resort was delightful. The combination of stunning views, spacious accommodations, exceptional service, and thoughtful touches made our anniversary truly memorable. I would highly recommend this resort to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway!

It was an amazing experience from all aspects.

we love the location, this is the third visit,

most of the linens are old, we got ripped napkins two times.

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.

Amazing location and super hospitable staff made our stay at Palmstone Retreat a great one

Had an incredible stay at this stunning property, surrounded by lush forest and a beautiful waterfall right next to the hotel. The access to a nearby hiking trail leading to a waterfall’s cliff added an adventurous touch to our stay. The staff were exceptional—attentive, friendly, and always eager to help.

The only downsides were the gravel road leading to the property, which can be challenging for vehicles with low ground clearance, but the hotel offers convenient pickup and drop-off services (while checking in and checking out). The à la carte menu had limited choices and was quite pricey, likely due to logistical reasons. The food was decent, though not exceptional, and could benefit from more variety and better value.Overall, it was a wonderful experience with just a few minor areas for improvement.

A true jungle experience with high end amenities.

It is for someone who is keen on jungle related activities, serenity, and seclusion, if not then don't go.

Fantastic location in the jungle. Huge and very comfortable suite with a great private plunge pool. Very clean and lovely friendly staff.

We felt that the restaurant prices were quite high especially since it’s not possible to go anywhere else.

Very special resort. Loved the sound of the jungle and the river. Quiet and peaceful place.

Room Decor needs a little bit of uppdating, but we liked the room and the view!

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 town and droped me off while waiting me to make sure everything was good . The hotel in middle of nature . But had everything needed . Restaurant is very good . Wifi signal very good all around the hotel . They alao arrange adventure tours which are famous in kitulgala .

The location is amazing with a river going through the property. It was very peaceful. The service was amazing. I could call and I could ask for anything to be brought to the room. Their employee Indunil is the best employee I've ever had at a hotel. He made the experience twice as good. Give that man a pay raise!

The WiFi is a little weak but you really don't need it out there. The upstairs area of the main building could use some cleaning and maintenance.

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 helpful staff. We enjoyed the rock pools in front of the hotel and hking up to the waterfall for the 10m jump (recommend wearing closed in shoes with long socks for the hike). It didn't rain much at all :-)

The rooms and facilities need some maintenance - the jacuzzi in the rooms plunge pool was out of order as were both jacuzzi's in the main pool. The wood floor in the room needed some repairs. The main building could use a clean/coat of paint here and there. There is a pretty decent pool table upstairs but all the cues are totally broken which is a shame. leeches!

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 they kindly sent to us later. Suren, many thanks.

Prices are fairly high, yet can be explained by the remote location.

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, really enjoyed our time here.

The food was a bit pricey and we weren’t able to really travel to buy food else where since it was a bit of a drive, but the food was very tasty!

The location was remote, journey was exciting. Road getting to hotel isnt suitable for low cars but was already aware of this so we had no issues. The room was very clean. Staff were helpful.Facilities in the room were great, the heated plunge pool is a must.

Food was a little on the expensive side but this was a little expected. Wifi speeds are slow. Room didnt have many useable plug sockets

Amazing hotel right in the middle of a rainforest. Lovely pool and rooms are amazing. The staff are very helpful and attentive and food is great.

It is right in the middle of a rainforest which is amazing but makes it difficult to get to. Also not that easy just to go to a shop on a quick journey.

The location is amazing! Definitely worth every penny. The staff is very welcoming. The breakfast was delicious and rooms were quite spacious. Highly recommend to book this property if you are in Kithulgala.

Located in the middle of the rainforest, surrounded by nature…. Staff were amazing and the food was exceptional

Road to get there can only be accessed by 4 x 4 or tuk tuk

Very wonderful experience at the top of the mountain in the middle of the jangle and kind staff.Special thanks for Mohammed Anfas and restaurant cheif Siraganam.

No thing, but the road is a little bit difficult since it is to go over the mountain across the jangle. However, the hotel brings a shuttle car to take us through the mountain route to the hotel.