“A quiet spot with home-cooked meals. Wi-Fi was decent and the location was convenient.”4.0
GT
Guest Traveller 2
Sep 22, 2026
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Mahaweli River Boat Stay
4.54 reviews Mahaweli River, Digana
★★★★ 4-starBoat4 bedrooms1 bathroom14 rooms9.0/10 Exceptional4 reviews9.8 km from Kandy centre
Quality score 87/100Tier GoldKandyam Verified
Sleep aboard a moored river boat on the Mahaweli, adults only.
Mahaweli River Boat Stay is a permanently moored river boat with air-conditioned cabins, a deck restaurant and calm views over the Mahaweli near Digana. An adults-only stay for couples.
Most popular facilities
Free Wi-Fi Breakfast Available Air Conditioning Hot Water On-site Restaurant Room Service 24h Security Power Backup River View
Show all 6 facilities
- Free Wi-Fi
- Breakfast Available
- On-site Restaurant
- Air Conditioning
- Hot Water
- Room Service
- 24h Security
- Power Backup
- River View
Rooms & Suites
Select from our range of comfortable accommodations. All rooms meet Kandyam's strict quality and cleanliness standards.
Standard Twin
Sleeps 2 adults · 2 Single · 22 m² · 6 rooms of this type
Standard Twin at Mahaweli River Boat Stay
Free Wi-FiBreakfast AvailableAir ConditioningHot WaterOn-site RestaurantRoom Service
Deluxe Mountain Room
Sleeps 2 adults + 1 child · 1 King · 28 m² · 5 rooms of this type
Deluxe Mountain Room at Mahaweli River Boat Stay
Free Wi-FiBreakfast AvailableAir ConditioningHot WaterOn-site RestaurantRoom Service
Family Suite
Sleeps 3 adults + 2 children · 1 King + 2 Single · 42 m² · 3 rooms of this type
Family Suite at Mahaweli River Boat Stay
Free Wi-FiBreakfast AvailableAir ConditioningHot WaterOn-site RestaurantRoom Service
Guest reviews
4.5
Good
4 reviews
Cleanliness4.6
Service4.5
Room4.5
Location4.7
Food4.5
Value4.5
4.0
“The room was spotless, the staff were incredibly kind and the breakfast was delicious. Clean bathroom and strong Wi-Fi.”5.0
GT
Guest Traveller 3
Sep 22, 2026
“Good location and comfortable bed. The bathroom was clean and hot water worked well. Would book again through Kandyam.”4.0
GT
Guest Traveller 4
Sep 22, 2026
“Woke up to mountain mist and a beautiful sunrise. The food was tasty and the service was excellent.”5.0
GT
Guest Traveller 5
Sep 22, 2026
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Write a reviewFrequently asked questions
What facilities does Mahaweli River Boat Stay offer?
Mahaweli River Boat Stay lists Free Wi-Fi, Breakfast Available, Air Conditioning, Hot Water, On-site Restaurant, Room Service, 24h Security, Power Backup and 1 more among its facilities.
What room types are available?
Mahaweli River Boat Stay offers Standard Twin, Deluxe Mountain Room, Family Suite.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
At Mahaweli River Boat Stay, check-in from 14:00 and check-out by 11:00.
How much does it cost to stay at Mahaweli River Boat Stay?
Stays start from LKR 12,100 per night. Rates vary by dates, room type and availability — choose your dates to see the exact price.
How far is Mahaweli River Boat Stay from Kandy city centre?
Mahaweli River Boat Stay is about 9.8 km from Kandy city centre.
Is breakfast available at Mahaweli River Boat Stay?
Yes — Mahaweli River Boat Stay lists Breakfast Available among its facilities.
Is there a restaurant at Mahaweli River Boat Stay?
Yes — Mahaweli River Boat Stay lists On-site Restaurant among its facilities.
Does Mahaweli River Boat Stay have Wi-Fi?
Yes — Mahaweli River Boat Stay lists Free Wi-Fi among its facilities.
Area info
Places to visit and dining options near Mahaweli River Boat Stay.
Attractions nearby
Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Culture
~5 h
Victoria Dam Viewpoint
Scenic
~1 h
Bahirawakanda Buddha Statue
Culture
~1.5 h
Knuckles Mountain Range
Hiking
~6 h
Restaurants nearby
Ceylon Tea Pot
Fresh Fruit Platter
Local Breakfast
Kandyan Rice & Curry
Buffet Rice & Curry
Fish Ambul Thiyal
Location
Mahaweli River, Digana
Get DirectionsThe fine print
Free cancellation up to 48h before check-in
- Free cancellation is available for this property.
- Check-in from 14:00.
- Check-out by 11:00.
From
LKR 12,100
3 Oct 2026
5 Oct 2026
Per-person, per-night board rates set by the property.
Your stay details
Choose the number of rooms and guests for your reservation.
1
2
0
2 guests → 1× Standard Twin (sleeps 2 each)
Guest details
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Free cancellation up to 48h before check-in · Kandyam Verified
Kandyam quality check
- ✓ Room
- ✓ Bathroom
- ✓ Cleanliness
- ✓ Water
- ✓ Electricity
- ✓ Safety
- ✓ Wi-Fi
- ✓ Accurate photos
- ✓ Booking reliability
- ✓ Customer service
Quality score 87/100 · Inspected by the Kandyam operations team.
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