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  • 5/5 Medhavi H. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place for a weekend getaway in the Colombo suburbs. The water sports are the highlight of River Arc! Had an amazing experience here with my family and friends. Small functions or get-togethers of around 50 - 60 people can be comfortably accommodated here in my opinion. The rooms and the interior spaces are quite nicely done. I would recommend this overall hotel as a great place for a photoshoot as well..
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sanath D. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the sought-after places in suburban Colombo for exotics dining and relaxation on the edge of Boldgoda river comes with very customer friendly staff. The luxury of the place is well minced with high quality recipes and tasty foods of a five star category. Well hidden treasure of up scale residence with utmost Privacy. well recommended!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vajira L. 2 years ago on Google
    We had our Friends get together and family get together at River Ark. It is a lovely place in every possible way. Staff was very friendly and went out of the way to provide all the needs to make our get togethers memorable. Food was great ,very clean and we had enough space to have a new year family festival. We all felt like it's a home away from home.we highly recommend River Arc. We definitely revisit to have a spend the day at River Ark. The scenery was amazing near the river and great for beautiful photos and it was very nice at night with lot of lights.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ranasinghe A. 2 years ago on Google
    A significant peaceful location. The rooms were very clean , comfortable and spacious including all the facilities with new ammentities. Friendly caring and kind staff. The food was delicious . We enjoyed the time there so much. In total the hotel can be fully recommended 10/10❤️.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 navodya h. 1 year ago on Google
    Had a Great time with my Husband & love the food too. its so delicious & attractive too. Had the Jet Ski Experience for the first time & we both love that. Hope to come again. Thank you so much Staff for the great Hospitality. Much Love
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lalindra W. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place for family events or parties with a very attractive view. We had a party recently and the staff was very helpful and provided an excellent service . Food is delicious and everyone enjoyed very much. Highly recommend the place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ruben 9 months ago on Google
    omg such a beautiful location well maintained, me and my friends felt the 100% comfortable, and the staffs are very professional they don't even change their face from smiling, ur hospitality was amazing, special thanks to the manager Harshi, highly recommend, enjoy your time in River arc
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dilan S. 11 months ago on Google
    I had the pleasure of staying at the River Arc recently, and I must say it was a decent experience overall. The hotel's location near the beach was quite enjoyable, providing a lovely atmosphere for relaxation. The staff at the hotel were friendly and accommodating, making me feel welcome during my stay. I stayed in a second-floor room with a sea view, and I found it to be clean, comfortable, and satisfactory in terms of amenities. The hotel manager displayed professionalism and was attentive to guest needs. Their assistance was appreciated, and they contributed to a pleasant stay. The food served at the hotel was delightful, with a good variety of dishes available. I thoroughly enjoyed the flavors and found the meals to be of good quality. One aspect that stood out was the hotel's promptness in contacting me after I inadvertently left behind a valuable item in my room. Their quick response was commendable and saved me from potential inconvenience. In conclusion, the River Arc provided a satisfactory experience. The beachside location, friendly staff, comfortable room, and enjoyable food made for a decent stay. While it may not have been exceptional, it was a decent choice for accommodation.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 sajani k. 1 year ago on Google
    I recently had the pleasure of staying at this hotel for a corporate training session, and I must say that my experience was exceptional. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed, and Mr. Dileepa's outstanding support went above and beyond to make sure that our stay was comfortable and enjoyable. He even provided us with his personal phone charger, which was greatly appreciated. I would also like to express my gratitude towards Mr. Edward for his attentiveness and professionalism during our stay. He was always available to assist us with any queries or requests that we had. Chef Indika's culinary skills are commendable, and Mr. Indika personally ensured that the food quality and taste were up to our standards. I would like to thank all the staff members for their outstanding service and hospitality during our corporate training session. They made sure that everything was taken care of, from the meeting room setup to the catering arrangements. Moreover, the hotel's cleanliness was at its best. The housekeeping staff ensured that our room was always spotless and tidy. Overall, I highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Once again, a big thank you to the entire team for making our corporate training session memorable.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ishan F. 1 year ago on Google
    Everything was great at this hotel.amazing staff that is friendly and makes customers feel welcome and They also were able to recommend everything what we needed for our event.Mr.Dileepa was very friendly and he gave us a lot of ideas to success our day.and,foods also very delicious .highly recommended.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rehan P. 1 year ago on Google
    I recently had the pleasure of proposing to my girlfriend, now Fiancé; at River Arc and I could not be more pleased with my experience. The staff were incredibly helpful and accommodating, helping us to make the event truly special. The food was absolutely delicious and the atmosphere was very romantic. Everything was perfect and I would highly recommend River Arc to anyone looking for a romantic setting to celebrate a special occasion.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ajith P. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is ideal for parties and get together. It's a private property that has been converted into a small hotel and the reception hall. Staff is very friendly and well trained to handle customers very well and they made our function a very happy one for us.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sampath L. 1 year ago on Google
    Very friendly staff and management. Nice place for a well spent family get togethers Very relaxed and tranquil place for private functions in Panadura.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rohan L. 1 year ago on Google
    After very long time we found a very beautiful and awesome location in panadura. we were so impressed.foods are so delicious and menu was so perfect and matching Very good service given by the staff from top to bottom.... Great hospitality.... Guest are really enjoyed, special thanks for Hemantha and Dileepa ...and the location is breathtaking.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Pathum R. 1 year ago on Google
    Bad Experience! Lovely place with a gorgeous view, the rooms were great,. Although we had a great time there was one thing that made us disappointed at the end. Honestly speaking the manager was just trying to rip us off, which is very disappointing as me and my friends had a really great time there and the staff was very friendly and accommodating however our first impression was ruined and we were extremely disappointed by the scam. We called their manager (Mr.Dileepa 🤮) at first to discuss their room rates for 10px and we were given a reasonable rate for 4 rooms and that’s the rate we agreed upon, however we were shocked by the rates they had charged us just for the rooms at the end. I don’t know whether their room rates just went up overnight or wether we were given reasonable room rates at first over the phone just to get the business in. Anyhow this whole scam just ruined our impression and their image. I’m just writing this to make everyone aware of this so that people can make sure that they won’t get caught in this types of scams. Please make sure to double check your room rates before making any arrangements with the hotels as their rates just changes overnight (at least that’s what they did in our case)so confirm your room rates when you go in there to make sure you get charged the agreed upon rates. We understand that this a high-end luxury villa but it’s not fair to rip people off like this. Except for that part everything else was superb and I should mentioned that uncle Sunanda went out of his way to provide us with the best service,we appreciate that. 🙏 all in all we would rank the place 10/10 it’s just the manager needs to build his reputation as a trustworthy leader, otherwise it would tarnish the reputation of this great place. So please make sure you promote honesty in your business!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lionel S. 1 year ago on Google
    A fantastic stay at the River Arc. Beautiful location, bright and nice rooms. Good food, with a sense of quality. An absolutely wonderful and good service by the staff. I can recommend this place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 kanishka m. 1 year ago on Google
    We had a family/friends get together at Riverarc on my short visit to Sri Lanka last month. I think the hotel management has done a great job creating beautiful villa near the romantic Bolgoda Lake.They have done justice to this fascinating site. Rooms were spacious and bathrooms were lavishly done.Surely they could beat most of the Five Stars in Colombo. I was particularly impressed with friendly staff who did everything for us to feel homely. I am planning a longer stay @ Riverarc next year.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jemima L. 1 year ago on Google
    River Arc is the best Villa area i have been to. All the rooms have a perfect view, some to the river/lake, others can go right outside on a grass area to look at the view of the garden. We went as a big group of a family and had different rooms. All of them were clean and comfortable. We even got an extra bed to our room, which the sweet staff installed for us. The pool was enjoyable too and very pretty at the night when the lights were on. The staff was the best! They were so nice and kind. They covered all of our needs and was always giving their best. They always asked us if we needed anything and even encouraged us to put some music on the speaker and gave us a mic to sing karaoke on, which our family really enjoyed. They even agreed to play games with mostly the kids. Now the food was on a whole other level. Their barbeque was so tasty, and we really enjoyed them making it outside in front of us while we sat at the table under the lights. They made our menu so good, worth the money. Thank you, River Arc, for an extraordinary experience and opportunity.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 chandani d. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely location with good customer service there. The room was clean and spacious. Bed was comfortable. Staff are very friendly and attentive. Food were delicious. Highly recommended to select River Arc to spend your leasure time with your family and friends.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daham P. 7 months ago on Google
    Had a pleasant day with the work colleagues. The service and food taste was beyond anticipated level. Recommended to the gatherings and holiday outings!

  • 5/5 Dinuka f. 8 months ago on Google
    Such a beautiful location and well maintained. The hospitality was top notch and the food was an absolute delight. Had a great stay with my friends. Highly recommending River Arc for an all-around amazing experience!

  • 5/5 Franco J. 6 months ago on Google
    We had an incredible stay at River Arc! There are tonnes of things to but we especially enjoyed the Foosball Table and the Jetski! The Villa location is perfect for a quick weekend gateway or even a daycation which is exactly what we needed after a hectic week. The Villa was so beautiful and the suites were just lovely! We also loved that the pool. It overlooked the Bolgoda lake making it a great place to sit by the pool and have our evening Tea! The staff was exceptional. We loved the food, we would definitely recommend the Hot butter cuttlefish. It was just Yum!. It was the perfect place for a long overdue holiday with family and friends. Thank you River Arc and all staff. We will definitely be back again soon! 😍

  • 5/5 Tharanga F. 4 months ago on Google
    On November 21st, my family and I indulged in a delightful holiday retreat at River Arc. The rooms were clean, the food was delicious, and the manager and staff were really nice. I wholeheartedly recommend this haven to anyone seeking a memorable holiday escape.

  • 5/5 Harshi S. 9 months ago on Google
    This is an amazing hidden hideaway situated closer to Panadura Town. We had a great time. Thank you for the excellent service, we will visit again!

  • 5/5 Niwantha R. 8 months ago on Google
    This place recommend to hold small parties or functions. The have three categories rooms. Clean and calm background. Staff also very friendly. They had given good service to me. Food also very delisious.

  • 5/5 Prasanna F. 3 months ago on Google New
    Beautiful Villa. Great hospitality. Value for money. Exceptional service from Manager and the staff. Tasty food. Highly recommend.

  • 5/5 Viresh D. 1 year ago on Google
    Location gives us real touch to the nature with full of greenery and water front . Rooms are brand new status with all comforts . Your mind is so relax with your own home feeling . Staff is well presentable with more passion and dedication to serve their loving customers and trying their level best to keep customers with full of joy . Food is so delicious and fresh. It is a star class location to relax your weekend and enjoy with your love ones ❤️❤️❤️

  • 5/5 Indika A. 1 year ago on Google
    Cleanness of all aspects premises, rooms, bathrooms, linen, etc. The hotel's location is absolutely fantastic, situated in close proximity to CMB. Delicious food with great service. Friendly staff. Especially recommend for private family events, small gatherings, etc. If you are a water sport enthusiast, they also offer jitskey and speed boat rides.

  • 5/5 Abiy L. 1 year ago on Google
    I recently attended a corporate workshop at River Arc and I must say, the customer service was exceptional and the food was truly delightful. I highly recommend this venue to anyone looking for a memorable experience. Thank you, River Arc team, for your outstanding hospitality!

  • 3/5 mary k. 1 year ago on Google
    I would love to give this amazing place a 5 star but i give it a 3. The place is quite serene with good views. We had a great time with my friends for the 2 nights we stayed. The staff were friendly and the villa is clean. But we were disappointed by the food, especially the breakfast which was way below our expectation. The 1st day they served us runny eggs🤮 and didn't bother to ask how we like our eggs made ie (boiled, scrambled, well done) No salad or fruits were served as part of breakfast. Day 2 they Atleast made the eggs well done but again they didn't ask how we like our eggs, they served us stale lettuce and tomato as "salad". And tried to compensate with serving us more bread than we needed. 😂 In overall the food was not good as per our experience. Also the boats weren't functioning so we didn't get to do jet-ski and boat ride. So Nothing much to do apart from swimming. Having paid full amount for B&B and being the only people in the villa we expected better food service.However I would recommend the place as its a perfect get away and conveniently located to shops, restaurants and panadura beach.

  • 5/5 Pas i. 1 year ago on Google
    We had a great experience. Me and my partner had the pleasure of staying at this beautiful villa. From the moment we entered our room, it felt like home and Mr. Dileep and the staff were amazing. Food was also great. I highly recommend this place for your next stay.

  • 5/5 Chandranie D. 1 year ago on Google
    The time period I spent at river arc with my family was awesome. We were able to make many memories with my family. I can never find such wonderful food which we had there and I’m truly grateful to receive such an amazing hospitality services which I’ve never experienced before. My teenagers were truly satisfied with all the entertaining facilities they’ve provided for us such as jet-skies, boat rides and all day long they enjoyed their time engaging in them, that they did not even wanted to leave the place as we go. The best thing about choosing this place as your temporary habitat is because it’s closer to the highway and closer to many of the shopping malls too. So I highly recommend this place to you’ll to stay during your trip to Sri Lanka as a person who’s received an amazing service from them.

  • 5/5 Mayu L. 1 year ago on Google
    It’s a reality nice place to visit with your loved ones ❤️ we really enjoyed the view and their service too.. The staff was really supportive. The food was delicious 🤤 . We highly recommend River Arc to everyone ❤️ 🌴 Good luck specially Mr. Hemantha and the staff ..

  • 5/5 Dishna 1 year ago on Google
    Great location and rooms. The property was also very stunning. Staff were super friendly and had superb customer service. River Arc is definitely one of the best, if not the best place in Panadura. Definitely will be back again!


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