Scenery River Star Hotel

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Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Cheapest option at this property for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Apartment - Ground Floor
Price for:
Max adults: 3
Entire apartment
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Costs 50% to cancel
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
We have 1 left
US$38 per night
Original price
US$174
Late Escape Deal
- US$60.90
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$113.10
US$38 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
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About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Scenery River Star Hotel in Dodanduwa offers comfortable rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden or lake views. Each room includes a balcony, kitchenette, and free toiletries. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can enjoy a sun terrace, lush garden, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a swimming pool, outdoor seating area, and free on-site private parking. Dining Options: Breakfast options include continental, à la carte, full English/Irish, and vegetarian. Local specialities, juice, cheese, and fruits are served. Prime Location: Located less than 1 km from Dodanduwa Beach and 27 km from Koggala Airport. Nearby attractions include Galle Fort and Hikkaduwa Coral Reef. Scuba diving is available in the surroundings.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Breakfast to go

Rooms with:

  • Lake view

  • Garden view

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Apartment - Ground Floor
Price for:
Max adults: 3
Entire apartment
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Costs 50% to cancel
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
We have 1 left
US$38 per night
Original price
US$174
Late Escape Deal
- US$60.90
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$113.10
US$38 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Reserve
You won't be charged yet
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Single Room with Lake View
  • Costs 50% to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Continental breakfast included
  • 1 single bed
US$53 for 3 nights
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Apartment - Ground Floor
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
  • Bedroom 1: 1 extra-large double bed
  • Bedroom 2: 1 large double bed
Entire apartment
500 feet²
Lake view
Garden view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Soundproofing
Minibar
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Sofa
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Mosquito net
  • Fan
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Hand sanitiser
Max adults: 3
US$38 per night
Original price
US$174
Late Escape Deal
- US$60.90
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$113.10
US$38 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
35% off
35% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 10 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Costs 50% to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • No credit card needed
  • discount may be available
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    We have 1 left
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View
We have 4 left
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Room
340 feet²
Private kitchen
Ensuite bathroom
Balcony
Lake view
Garden view
Air conditioning
Soundproofing
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$29 per night
Original price
US$135
Late Escape Deal
- US$47.25
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$87.75
US$29 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
35% off
35% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 10 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Costs 50% to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • No credit card needed
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$26 per night
Original price
US$121.50
Late Escape Deal
- US$42.52
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$78.98
US$26 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
35% off
35% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 10 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Costs 50% to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • No credit card needed
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Single Room with Lake View
  • 1 single bed
Room
200 feet²
Balcony
Lake view
Garden view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Soundproofing
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$18 per night
Original price
US$81
Late Escape Deal
- US$28.35
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$52.65
US$18 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
35% off
35% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 10 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Costs 50% to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • No credit card needed
  • discount may be available
  • •
    We have 2 left
  • You won't be charged yet
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Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

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Guests who stayed here loved

Vahid
Iran Iran
“Our stay at this hotel was simply magical! The hotel is nestled right next to a breathtakingly beautiful and serene lake, offering peaceful views and a truly relaxing atmosphere. Waking up to the gentle sound of nature and the shimmering water was...”
Alexandra
Spain Spain
“This was our 16th place to stay in Sri Lanka. It has to be the most peaceful, relaxing and chilled out of all. Lovely clean, spacious room, with a small seating area which we loved the views onto the lake. The staff were exceptional! We also hired...”
Sebastian
Poland Poland
“I initially planned to stay for just one or two nights, but I ended up staying for over eight days! This place is perfect for relaxation—peaceful, quiet, and surrounded by nature. I highly recommend taking the kayaks out and watching the sunrise...”
Marcel
Australia Australia
“Nice spot by the lake, good wifi and good breakfast.”
Bharat
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very peaceful,beautiful,very kind lady supportING us.Supeeb shower,A/C,and sumptuous breakfast.One only needs more time to spend there.”
Mr
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“High speed wifi. Relax location near river, breakfast is good”
Monika
Poland Poland
“This place is just Simple amazing , if you are looking for a quiet place far from all the Crowd this is a right place. Lake view, sounds od the nature all day , green scenery around, very comfortable bed, clean room , breakfast next to the...”
Aurore
Belgium Belgium
“Everything was amazing, I loved the quiet place by the lake with a gorgeous view. The room was really comfortable and well equipped. The breakfast is delicious and the team really lovely.”
Top
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We loved it here! All we could ever ask for - by the lake, peaceful, just lovely. The room was big and very spacious, the bathroom was great and the shower was hot, the kitchen well equipped with a little hob, rice cooker and fridge, the bed was...”
Broer
Netherlands Netherlands
“The location is soooo good. Really nice to be next to the water and look over the lake with an amazing breakfast every morning. The hosts are so sweet, always asking if you want some tea or coffee. The bed was really comfy and I loooooved the...”

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House rules

Scenery River Star Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 11:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Scenery River Star Hotel 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.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

A negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test result is mandatory to check-in to this property.

Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.