Reviews of Water Side Residence

Great staff, visited for second time in 2 years, super friendly people, Kottu is delicious, they're building new rooms which are very comfortable, location is great - walking distance to Adam's peak entrance.

Nothing not to like: it's basic, but that's great value for money

Came to climb Sri Pada/adams peak. Upon arrival i was greated with a cup of tea and warm smiles. I was very happy with my stay, I felt comfortable and welcomed. I climbed Sri Pada in the off season, and I will definitely be staying again so I climb during the on season! Thank you so much for welcoming me to your home.

An amazing room with incredible views. Very friendly & helpful staff. Delicious food. Highly recommended.

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We only stayed one night to allow us to climb Adam's Peak for sunrise and it was a lovely experience to sleep alongside the sound of the river. The rooms are spacious and comfortable and the on-site restaurant offers great dinner (even if you arrive later!).

Nice room, comfortable and well equipped. Fridge is a +. A bit disappointed to find the welcome drink on our bill. Would have appreciated a bit more in our plate but food was not bad. Business oriented approach for Adam's Peak which is surely linked to the place.

Great location for climbing Adams peak and great views. Friendly staff!

Beautiful setting overlooking the river, and with a wonderful view of Sri Pada. The staff were super friendly and helpful, and let us come back and shower after our hike up the mountain. Room was basic, but cosy and clean. Perfect for a one night stay to do the hike.

Everything was great.

Peaceful escape with stunning waterfront views and modern comforts. Whether you're looking for a quiet place to unwind or a stylish spot to call home, this property delivers both serenity and sophistication. The rooms are well-designed, the service is attentive, and the atmosphere feels like a perfect blend of nature and luxury. Highly recommended for those who appreciate tranquil living by the water

Location is perfect - short walk to the start of the Adam‘s Peak hike. I found the room to be very quiet and peaceful with a very comfortable bed. It was pretty basic (no tv, no kettle, no chair) but I was only there for the climb so I didn‘t spent much time there. Bathroom had a very modern shower and enough hot water. I could here the little stream outside which was beautiful and calming. I didn’t hear any street noise. The hosts were welcoming and friendly. I had dinner and breakfast at the hotel which I both enjoyed. The bathroom was a bit smelly when I got there but the smell disappeared over night. There were some minor electrical problems with the room light flickering quite a bit. Wifi is only available in the main area, does not extend to the room.

The accommodation Waterside Residence was in an excellent location to start a hike to Adam’s Peak. The rooms were spacious, comfortable, and cozy, offering a beautiful view of a river and the surrounding nature. However, in the evening and at night, there was a slight odor coming from the bathroom drain, which could be improved. Apart from that, it was a perfect value for money.

Cozy cabin beside the river. We stayed in the most crowded time in the year for the Adan’s Peak pilgrimage and and couldn’t hear a single noise from the cabin terrace, only the water flowing. The staff is warm and very friendly. Super

This was our first hotel in Sri Lanka and we were happy with it. You can start directly from the hotel to get to Adam’s peak. We left at 01:45 FYI. The room had a great view on the valley. The restaurant offers nice eat in options at reasonable prices.

We had a wonderful time at Water Side Residence. The host was incredibly friendly, helpful, and attentive – we felt welcome from the very first moment. He provided us with valuable tips and assisted us with everything we needed. The price-performance ratio is excellent, and the rooms are clean and cozy.

Very close to the Adam’s peak to go very early Very Nice people Shower so good

Sheets were a bit dirty

I think I never met more friendly people than this family. It felt like coming home. They take such good care of you.

The only downside was that our room really smelt bad. It was okay for one night.

Good value for the money! We just needed a place to sleep few hours since we started to walk to Adam’s peak at 2am. Very simple room with a good price. Good food, location and friendly host.

The road from Colombo took 6,5 hours by car but it was totally worth it!

I stayed just for the night before ascending Adam’s peak. Spacious room with a nice view, and a very welcome hot shower. Kind staff.

I thought the food was a bit expensive.

Ruwan and his wife were the most fantastic hosts. Helpful, straightforward, and accommodating. It was such a pleasure, from help and recommendations to great food and easy transport. Highly recommended

Clean comfortable apartment close to Adam's Peak entrance.