Hill country
Riverston
Windy viewpoints and waterfalls above Matale
Riverston is the easiest way into the Knuckles hills, reached on a winding road up from Matale. A short walk to Pitawala Pathana ends at a sheer drop known as Mini World's End, and the Sera Ella and Bambarakiri Ella waterfalls are nearby. It is cool, often misty and very windy in the middle of the year, and makes a peaceful detour between Kandy and Sigiriya.
Riverston
- Part of the island
- Hill country
- Suggested stay
- 1 night
- Best months
- Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
- Things to do
- Ask us
Weather
When to go
Sri Lanka has two monsoons, so the best months depend on the coast. This is the pattern here.
- Jan: best
- Feb: best
- Mar: best
- Apr: best
- May: good
- Jun: good
- Jul: good
- Aug: good
- Sep: good
- Oct: expect rain
- Nov: expect rain
- Dec: expect rain
Stays
Where to stay
Prices per night for two people sharing, for dates about six weeks away. Yours may differ.
Budget
Clean, simple guesthouses and small hotels
ACH RIVER RESORT
$24Resort in Rattota with air-conditioned rooms, a garden and terrace.
Air conditioning · Family rooms · Parking
Man Mountain Villa
$33Villa in an old building near Rattota, with a garden and an outdoor pool.
Pool · Air conditioning · Wi-Fi · Parking
Comfort
Mid-range hotels, often with a pool
Eco Vibe Resort
$69Resort in Rattota with air-conditioned family rooms, mountain views and a restaurant.
Air conditioning · Family rooms · Views · Restaurant
CRYSTAL RIVERSTON DECK
$84Stay near Rattota with family rooms, mountain views, an outdoor pool and a restaurant.
Pool · Wi-Fi · Restaurant · Family rooms
Superior
The nicest stays that still keep costs sensible
The Grand Mountain Hotel
$126Hotel near Rattota with air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, bar and garden.
Air conditioning · Wi-Fi · Restaurant · Family rooms