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River Shades Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Hikkaduwa Beach

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Outdoor pool
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Patio, River View
Front of property – evening/night
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Patio, River View | Terrace/patio
Front of property – evening/night

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb

Explore the area

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Nakanda, Hikkaduwa, SP, 80240
  • Place, Hikkaduwa Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Jananandharamaya
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Narigama Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room, Patio, River View

Superior Room, Patio, River View

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
  • River view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Patio, Lake View

Deluxe Double Room, Patio, Lake View

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
  • Lake view
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Patio, River View

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Patio, River View

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
  • River view
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

About the area

Hikkaduwa

At River Shades Hotel you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Hikkaduwa National Park and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Jananandharamaya. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free English breakfast is offered between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Near this 3.5-property class Hikkaduwa hotel, you'll find Hikkaduwa Beach.

What's nearby

  • Hikkaduwa Beach - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Jananandharamaya - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Hikkaduwa Coral Reef - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Narigama Beach - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Unawatuna Beach - 37 min drive - 32.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Happy Waves - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kalla Bongo Lake Resort - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Moon Light - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dolphin Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Appetite - ‬6 min drive

About this property

River Shades Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near Hikkaduwa Beach
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The business-friendly River Shades Hotel also features an outdoor pool, coffee/tea in common area, and concierge services. Self parking is free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Concierge
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
River Shades Hotel offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 24-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, slippers, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and a ceiling fan. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6 private bathrooms
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, JCB International, debit cards and cash.

Property Registration Number Yes

We should mention

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at River Shades Hotel?

Yep, River Shades Hotel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at River Shades Hotel?

As of 12 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Shades Hotel on 27 Feb 2026 start from NZ$130.31, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to River Shades Hotel?

The closest beach to River Shades Hotel is Hikkaduwa Beach (1.6 km).

Does River Shades Hotel have a pool?

River Shades Hotel has an outdoor pool.

What makes River Shades Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a champagne service, as well as rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at River Shades Hotel.

Does River Shades Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, free English breakfast is served daily between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at River Shades Hotel?

No, River Shades Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at River Shades Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at River Shades Hotel?

Check-in begins at 6:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at River Shades Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

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