Riff Hikkaduwa

Hotels
9.8
/10
Exceptional
92 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Ishai

10.0
/ 10
Riff is a serene bubble in Sri Lanka. Beautifully designed, well maintained, with very good restaurants (that appeal to western travelers if they prefer non Sri Lankan food), the staff is friendly and supportive. I highly recommend the spa that is part of a small network of balinese facilities in Sri Lanka. The pool and beach integration is very good with miles of walkable sand in each direction. The sea itself in March was pretty dangerous so I focused on the very nice pool. I highly recommend Riff.

Caitlin

10.0
/ 10
Amazing stay from start to end. Food was incredible, lots of loungers on the beach and pool. Ocean has some nice waves to play in.

Kyle

10.0
/ 10
From the moment you walk in the hotel is immaculate and the staff are there for your every need. We were upgraded to a suite and it is the nicest room I have ever stayed in. For reference I have travelled all over the world. The beach area is perfect for lounging in their loungers or taking a dip in the ocean with a perfect sandy bottom. The food is fantastic and the beds are softer than most that I stayed in around Sri Lanka. The hotel is five stars all the way and can’t recommend it enough. Great sunsets as well. Cheers
In the Area
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870 Colombo - Galle Main Road, Galle, Southern, Sri Lanka, 80240

Main Facilities

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Swimming Pool
Restaurant
24-Hour Front Desk
Parking
WiFi
Elevator
Riff Hikkaduwa is located in area / city Galle. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
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Riff Hikkaduwa Address: Map & Location

870 Colombo - Galle Main Road, Galle, Southern, Sri Lanka, 80240
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General


Near Hikkaduwa Beach

Location


When you stay at Riff Hikkaduwa in Hikkaduwa, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Hikkaduwa Beach and Hikkaduwa Coral Reef. This beach hotel is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Hikkaduwa National Park and 10 mi (16.1 km) from Dutch Reformed Church.

Attractions


Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Narigama Beach - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Ratgama Lake - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Hikkaduwa Coral Reef - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Jananandharamaya - 3.6 km / 2.2 mi
Hikkaduwa National Park - 4 km / 2.5 mi
Hikkaduwa Beach - 4.6 km / 2.9 mi
Seenigama Temple - 5.4 km / 3.3 mi
Pitiwella Beach - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Akurala Beach - 10.3 km / 6.4 mi
Natural Moonstone Mine - 12.3 km / 7.7 mi
Gurusinghe Moonstone Mine - 12.4 km / 7.7 mi
Mahamodara Beach - 13 km / 8.1 mi
Ambalangoda Beach - 13.9 km / 8.6 mi
St. Aloysius College - 15.1 km / 9.4 mi
Galle International Cricket Stadium - 15.6 km / 9.7 mi

Facilities


Pamper yourself with onsite massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).

Business Facilities


Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.

Dining


Grab a bite at Culinary, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the 2 coffee shops/cafes. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Rooms


Make yourself at home in one of the 25 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring iPod docking stations and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.

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Things to Do

  • Romantic proposal packages
  • Outdoor pool
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor facilities
  • Beach umbrella
  • Garden
  • Beach towel
  • Fitness center
  • Library
  • Spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Beach sun loungers

Hotel Services

  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Newspaper in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour Receptionist
  • Concierge

Accessibilty

  • Braille or raised signage
  • Accessible parking
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Disabled access friendly
  • Accessible path of travel

General

  • Smoking area
  • Banquet
  • Parking
  • Terrace

Public Facilities

  • Coffee shop
  • Elevator
  • Parking
  • Safety deposit box

Food and Drinks

  • Poolside bar
  • Breakfast

Transportation

  • Airport transfer
  • Valet parking

Connectivity

  • LAN Internet
  • Free WiFi

Kids and Pets

  • Babysitting

Business Facilities

  • Business facilities

Nearby Facilities

  • Gift shop

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Riff Hikkaduwa

Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
14:00 - 00:00
Check-out:
Before 12:00

General Check-in Instructions

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
  • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
, Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. This is a certified Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 property. Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 is a health and safety certification issued by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority.

Pets

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General Information

Popular Facilities
Swimming Pool, Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi, Elevator
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 14:00 - 00:00 - to 12:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at Riff Hikkaduwa
25
Number of floors in Riff Hikkaduwa
4
Another facilities in Riff Hikkaduwa
Romantic proposal packages, Outdoor pool, Barbecue, Outdoor facilities, Beach umbrella

Frequently asked question in Riff Hikkaduwa

What are available facilities at Riff Hikkaduwa?
There are top facilites at Riff Hikkaduwa such as Swimming Pool, Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi, Elevator. (some may require extra charges)
What Time is Check In & Check Out at Riff Hikkaduwa?
Check-in time at Riff Hikkaduwa is staring from 14:00 - 00:00 while the latest check-out time is at before Before 12:00. If you need a hotel early check-in or late check-out, you can submit a special request during your booking. Important: Special requests for flexible check-in or check-out times are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed. If having an early check-in or late check-out is important for your travel plans, please review the cancellation policy before confirming your reservation.
Does Riff Hikkaduwa provide breakfast?
Yes, Riff Hikkaduwa provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is The Star Hotel Classification of Riff Hikkaduwa?
Riff Hikkaduwa is officially classified as a 5.0-star hotel. This star hotel classification indicates the standard of facilities and services provided to guests.
How many floors does Riff Hikkaduwa have?
Riff Hikkaduwa has 4 floors.
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9.8
Exceptional
From 92 reviews
Cleanliness

10.0

Room Comfort

9.8

Service and Facilites

9.6

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Ishai
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Riff is a serene bubble in Sri Lanka. Beautifully designed, well maintained, with very good restaurants (that appeal to western travelers if they prefer non Sri Lankan food), the staff is friendly and supportive. I highly recommend the spa that is part of a small network of balinese facilities in Sri Lanka. The pool and beach integration is very good with miles of walkable sand in each direction. The sea itself in March was pretty dangerous so I focused on the very nice pool. I highly recommend Riff.
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Caitlin
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

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Amazing stay from start to end. Food was incredible, lots of loungers on the beach and pool. Ocean has some nice waves to play in.
Kyle
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Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

From the moment you walk in the hotel is immaculate and the staff are there for your every need. We were upgraded to a suite and it is the nicest room I have ever stayed in. For reference I have travelled all over the world. The beach area is perfect for lounging in their loungers or taking a dip in the ocean with a perfect sandy bottom. The food is fantastic and the beds are softer than most that I stayed in around Sri Lanka. The hotel is five stars all the way and can’t recommend it enough. Great sunsets as well. Cheers
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Armands
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8.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I had a great holiday at Riff Hikkaduwa. The hotel is good but there is room for improvement. Hotel staff are absolutely charming. Everyone is truly friendly and trying to make your stay as good as possible. Location is absolutely stunning right on the beach but not too close. Free breakfast was plentiful and very tasty. Wifi is patchy and laggy. In my room 209 after about 5pm kitchen fumes were coming in, especially when raining. At some point it was quite bad. My guess is their kitchen uses the same ventilation shaft as guest rooms and the wind blows fumes into rooms. Other than that all was great.
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Emelie
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 24 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Our little family had an amazing stay at Riff. The beach is beautiful, rooms are good (the cleaning of the rooms is super!), food is delicious! You can hear the waves from the ocean which is so nice to fall asleep to. You can go see the turtles and Turtle beach (5 minute Tuk Tuk), and snorkling. The staff is incredible and our 7 month baby Charlie was so well taken care off (they even fixed food for her!). Special thank to Benischa and the gang in the restaurant, Charlie misses you already! We look forward to visiting again in the future. Kind regards from Charlie and her parents ;)
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SOPHIE
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 35 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This was a stunning end to my stay in Sri Lanka. Staff couldn’t do enough for you and general manager was around and introduced himself during breakfast. Cocktails and food was great. Breakfast was excellent. So many choices and nothing too much trouble. I can see it may be an issue in high season, but in October there was enough sunloungers at the pool and beach for everyone. Water supplied in room and on the beach/pool areas. WiFi was fast and reliable. Hotel offered turn down service which was a nice touch. Tip try the King Colada! Thank you Banisha for being so friendly and welcoming! <3
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Sahil
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Leisure with Children
10.0
/10
Reviewed 35 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This place is absolutely beautiful. Literally right on the beach. Fantastic resort to just relax and unwind. The F&B was excellent. Staff were friendly. Breakfast was good quality.
Ziyath
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Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 51 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Nice
William
2.0
/10
Reviewed 58 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Property was so bad I didn’t check in
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 60 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

We had an amazing time at Riff, nothing bad to say about the place. It was extremely comfortable with great service. A fab pool and direct access to the beach. The food was delicious in both the downstairs restaurant and the rooftop restaurant - especially the grilled seafood (lobster and prawns!) and the a la carte breakfast was fantastic. We loved having drinks on the rooftop at sunset every evening, with great views and live music. Felt very spoilt!
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Ching-Lun
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 73 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Friendly service and great souvenir
maxine
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Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 75 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Beautiful clean beachfront hotel Japanese restaurant on top floor is fantastic
Julie
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Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 77 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Enjoyed our one night stay at this beach hotel. We had a lovely sea facing room with a balcony . Breakfast was buffet style and had a wide variety of food. The hotel has a small infinity pool and beach loungers with shade. We appreciated being able to order food and drink from the beach. The hotel has a gym and spa and friendly staff. Only slight downside, the hotel is a little out of the main town. Overall, a great place to relax.
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Joshua
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 77 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

New hotel looks and feels great. Nice staff. Gym could be bigger. They make out being sustainable with lots of carboard use but some of the cardboard is pointless and meant a tree was chopped down for nothing. Then inside the cardboard are plastic products in plastic non-recycleable wrapping. Beach front is great and can have a morning walk or jog along the sea
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Naiima
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 96 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

So happy to have found this boutique hotel for the last day in Srilanka. The sushi restaurant had no digital menu on their IG account and had a very long wait time for orders but presuming that's because it was very quiet not many guests... Aside from that, beautiful experience in Hikkaduwa!
Tamara
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 99 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

very clean facility, food was excellent
YUHUI
icon-Leisure with Friends
Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 105 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great service and stuff, very good room and view, great restaurant with awesome breakfast and dinner options. Overall, very enjoyable to stay, almost perfect experience.
Radhika
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 109 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Really enjoyed this hotel. Great service and atmosphere!
Janette
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 112 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

This was our second stay on our trip in Sri Lanka as we enjoyed the hotel so much the first time. Lovely comfortable rooms. The hotel staff are extremely friendly and welcoming. We dined in both restaurants and the food was excellent in each one. The rooftop bar has a really nice vibe to enjoy the stunning sunsets/cocktails. Would totally recommend if in this area.
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douglas
icon-Leisure with Children
Leisure with Children
10.0
/10
Reviewed 114 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Really lovely property in the quieter and more upmarket end of Hikkaduwa. Fantastically friendly staff, a beautiful pool and modern, well maintained rooms. Dining options were top notch and surprisingly affordable for a 5 star hotel. Would definitely recommend.
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9.8
Exceptional
From 92 reviews
Cleanliness

10.0

Room Comfort

9.8

Service and Facilites

9.6

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Traveler Reviews Riff Hikkaduwa

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Ishai
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Riff is a serene bubble in Sri Lanka. Beautifully designed, well maintained, with very good restaurants (that appeal to western travelers if they prefer non Sri Lankan food), the staff is friendly and supportive. I highly recommend the spa that is part of a small network of balinese facilities in Sri Lanka. The pool and beach integration is very good with miles of walkable sand in each direction. The sea itself in March was pretty dangerous so I focused on the very nice pool. I highly recommend Riff.
Read More
Caitlin
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Amazing stay from start to end. Food was incredible, lots of loungers on the beach and pool. Ocean has some nice waves to play in.
Kyle
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

From the moment you walk in the hotel is immaculate and the staff are there for your every need. We were upgraded to a suite and it is the nicest room I have ever stayed in. For reference I have travelled all over the world. The beach area is perfect for lounging in their loungers or taking a dip in the ocean with a perfect sandy bottom. The food is fantastic and the beds are softer than most that I stayed in around Sri Lanka. The hotel is five stars all the way and can’t recommend it enough. Great sunsets as well. Cheers
Read More
Armands
icon-Leisure
Leisure
8.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I had a great holiday at Riff Hikkaduwa. The hotel is good but there is room for improvement. Hotel staff are absolutely charming. Everyone is truly friendly and trying to make your stay as good as possible. Location is absolutely stunning right on the beach but not too close. Free breakfast was plentiful and very tasty. Wifi is patchy and laggy. In my room 209 after about 5pm kitchen fumes were coming in, especially when raining. At some point it was quite bad. My guess is their kitchen uses the same ventilation shaft as guest rooms and the wind blows fumes into rooms. Other than that all was great.
Read More
Emelie
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 24 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Our little family had an amazing stay at Riff. The beach is beautiful, rooms are good (the cleaning of the rooms is super!), food is delicious! You can hear the waves from the ocean which is so nice to fall asleep to. You can go see the turtles and Turtle beach (5 minute Tuk Tuk), and snorkling. The staff is incredible and our 7 month baby Charlie was so well taken care off (they even fixed food for her!). Special thank to Benischa and the gang in the restaurant, Charlie misses you already! We look forward to visiting again in the future. Kind regards from Charlie and her parents ;)
Read More
SOPHIE
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 35 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This was a stunning end to my stay in Sri Lanka. Staff couldn’t do enough for you and general manager was around and introduced himself during breakfast. Cocktails and food was great. Breakfast was excellent. So many choices and nothing too much trouble. I can see it may be an issue in high season, but in October there was enough sunloungers at the pool and beach for everyone. Water supplied in room and on the beach/pool areas. WiFi was fast and reliable. Hotel offered turn down service which was a nice touch. Tip try the King Colada! Thank you Banisha for being so friendly and welcoming! <3
Read More
Sahil
icon-Leisure with Children
Leisure with Children
10.0
/10
Reviewed 35 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This place is absolutely beautiful. Literally right on the beach. Fantastic resort to just relax and unwind. The F&B was excellent. Staff were friendly. Breakfast was good quality.
Ziyath
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 51 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Nice
William
2.0
/10
Reviewed 58 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Property was so bad I didn’t check in
Verified traveler
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 60 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

We had an amazing time at Riff, nothing bad to say about the place. It was extremely comfortable with great service. A fab pool and direct access to the beach. The food was delicious in both the downstairs restaurant and the rooftop restaurant - especially the grilled seafood (lobster and prawns!) and the a la carte breakfast was fantastic. We loved having drinks on the rooftop at sunset every evening, with great views and live music. Felt very spoilt!
Read More
Ching-Lun
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 73 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Friendly service and great souvenir
maxine
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 75 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Beautiful clean beachfront hotel Japanese restaurant on top floor is fantastic
Julie
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 77 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Enjoyed our one night stay at this beach hotel. We had a lovely sea facing room with a balcony . Breakfast was buffet style and had a wide variety of food. The hotel has a small infinity pool and beach loungers with shade. We appreciated being able to order food and drink from the beach. The hotel has a gym and spa and friendly staff. Only slight downside, the hotel is a little out of the main town. Overall, a great place to relax.
Read More
Joshua
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 77 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

New hotel looks and feels great. Nice staff. Gym could be bigger. They make out being sustainable with lots of carboard use but some of the cardboard is pointless and meant a tree was chopped down for nothing. Then inside the cardboard are plastic products in plastic non-recycleable wrapping. Beach front is great and can have a morning walk or jog along the sea
Read More
Naiima
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 96 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

So happy to have found this boutique hotel for the last day in Srilanka. The sushi restaurant had no digital menu on their IG account and had a very long wait time for orders but presuming that's because it was very quiet not many guests... Aside from that, beautiful experience in Hikkaduwa!
Tamara
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 99 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

very clean facility, food was excellent
YUHUI
icon-Leisure with Friends
Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 105 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great service and stuff, very good room and view, great restaurant with awesome breakfast and dinner options. Overall, very enjoyable to stay, almost perfect experience.
Radhika
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 109 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Really enjoyed this hotel. Great service and atmosphere!
Janette
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 112 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

This was our second stay on our trip in Sri Lanka as we enjoyed the hotel so much the first time. Lovely comfortable rooms. The hotel staff are extremely friendly and welcoming. We dined in both restaurants and the food was excellent in each one. The rooftop bar has a really nice vibe to enjoy the stunning sunsets/cocktails. Would totally recommend if in this area.
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douglas
icon-Leisure with Children
Leisure with Children
10.0
/10
Reviewed 114 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Really lovely property in the quieter and more upmarket end of Hikkaduwa. Fantastically friendly staff, a beautiful pool and modern, well maintained rooms. Dining options were top notch and surprisingly affordable for a 5 star hotel. Would definitely recommend.
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