Mount Lavinia Hotel

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8.2
/10
Very Good
656 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Gregory

10.0
/ 10
Couldn't fault the staff for their care and friendliness. Lovely hotel. Old world charm. Loved the dining experience.

Lorraine

10.0
/ 10
The rooms are big and really grounds the staff are very professional food is fresh and variety is good. Pool is really nice.

Thomas

10.0
/ 10
The sea view was amazing. The hotel sits in beautiful grounds. The service was outstanding and the drinks and food selection was beyond compare.
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100 Hotel Road, Colombo Division, Colombo District, Western Province, Sri Lanka, 10732

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Swimming Pool
Restaurant
24-Hour Front Desk
Parking
Elevator
Mount Lavinia Hotel is a hotel is located at Colombo. 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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100 Hotel Road, Colombo Division, Colombo District, Western Province, Sri Lanka, 10732
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Mount Lavinia Hotel is a hotel is located at Colombo.

About Mount Lavinia Hotel

Be ready to get the unforgettable stay experience by its exclusive service, completed by a full range of facilities to cater all your needs.

The hotel’s fitness center is a must-try during your stay here.

Have an enjoyable and relaxing day at the pool, whether you’re traveling solo or with your loved ones.

Get the best deal for finest quality of spa treatment to unwind and rejuvenate yourself.

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.

Savor your favorite dishes with special cuisines from Mount Lavinia Hotel exclusively for you.

Mount Lavinia Hotel is a hotel with great comfort and excellent service according to most hotel's guests.

Get precious and unforgettable moment during your stay at Mount Lavinia Hotel.

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Hotel Services

  • Welcoming drinks
  • Tours
  • Multilingual staff
  • Laundry service
  • Newspaper in lobby
  • Wedding service
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour Receptionist
  • Concierge

Things to Do

  • Beach umbrella
  • Outdoor pool
  • Barbecue
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
  • Spa
  • Pool sun loungers

Public Facilities

  • Others
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Restaurant
  • Safety deposit box

Food and Drinks

  • Bar
  • Beach Bar
  • Breakfast
  • Snack bar

General

  • Smoking area
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Banquet
  • Terrace

Business Facilities

  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Business center

Transportation

  • Access to train station (surcharge)
  • Valet parking

Nearby Facilities

  • Grocery
  • ATM/Banking

Kids and Pets

  • Babysitting with surcharge

Shuttle Service

  • Airport transfer (surcharge)

In-room Facilities

  • TV

Sports and Recreations

  • Fitness center

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Mount Lavinia Hotel

Important Note
  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 7.5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 2)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 60
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 65
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 40 (from 6 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 100
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 6 to 11 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • 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
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • 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

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

The property is closed between August 01 and September 30.

Hotel only accepts guests with minimum age of 18

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
From 14:00
Check-out:
Before 11:00
Hotel policy is not yet available.

General Information

Popular Facilities
Swimming Pool, Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, Elevator
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 14:00 - to 11:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at Mount Lavinia Hotel
210
Number of floors in Mount Lavinia Hotel
2
Another facilities in Mount Lavinia Hotel
Welcoming drinks, Tours, Multilingual staff, Laundry service, Newspaper in lobby

Frequently asked question in Mount Lavinia Hotel

What are available facilities at Mount Lavinia Hotel?
There are top facilites at Mount Lavinia Hotel such as Swimming Pool, Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, Elevator. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Mount Lavinia Hotel?
The standard check-in time at Mount Lavinia Hotel is starting from From 14:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00
Does Mount Lavinia Hotel provide breakfast?
Yes, Mount Lavinia Hotel 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 rating of Mount Lavinia Hotel?
Mount Lavinia Hotel is a 4.0-star hotel.
How many floors does Mount Lavinia Hotel have?
Mount Lavinia Hotel has 2 floors.
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Overall Ratings & Reviews Mount Lavinia Hotel

Traveloka (1)
Other sources (655)
8.2
Very Good
From 655 reviews
Cleanliness

8.0

Room Comfort

8.0

Location

8.6

Service and Facilites

8.4

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Michael
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This was our 4th stay at the Mount Lavinia. We always stay here on each trip to Sri Lanka. Prior to this trip, we hadn’t been back in 10 years. A lot has changed! It is still a truly magnificent historical building, and the location is quite breathtaking. The breakfast buffet is excellent, with everything from a full English breakfast to European, Indian and traditional Sri Lankan fare. The pool area is also still lovely. Having acknowledged these things, the overall maintenance of the building was very poor. Many things have fallen into disrepair. Our room, for example, smelled of mould. The fridge did not work, the telephone for room service was broken. The whole room required a deep clean, fresh paint work etc. Clearly there are financial issues or the upkeep would have been carried out. It is a true shame. Service was hit and miss. Sometimes excellent, other times completely non existent. After being a major draw card for us in our visits to Sri Lanka, sadly, now, we won’t be returning.
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shamil
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Business
2.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Such a shame that this once beautiful hotel has been run down so much. Dates rooms, dirty walls which look like they haven’t been painted in decades, holes in the floor boards, AC not working, horrible damp smell throughout the building. It’s completely clear that the current owners are not willing to invest. Steer clear would be my advice
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Ivan
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Leisure Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good location and grandiose building that have seen it's better days but that how things are in Sri Lanka in general. Good location near a train station. Very popular wedding place for locals.
Cenker
4.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Really good breakfast, rally friendly and amazing staff.very poor building and room condition. Very poor house keeping. I had to share my room with a huge cockroach. Overall I would not recommend to stay here. Overpriced and poor for what you get.
Pavasha
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
2.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I am completely dissatisfied with my experience at this hotel. The room was advertised as clean and well-maintained, but that was far from the truth. The linen was not changed, and it was obvious that the bed had simply been remade from the previous guest’s stay. This is completely unacceptable and unhygienic. On top of that, the filters in the air-conditioning/ventilation were filthy, and it was clear they had not been cleaned or replaced in a long time. The hotel claims to offer a clean and comfortable environment, but this is false advertising. Overall, I do not recommend this hotel to anyone. Poor hygiene, poor maintenance, and misleading advertisements. I will not be returning.i want a refund i will display your name
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Gregory
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Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Couldn't fault the staff for their care and friendliness. Lovely hotel. Old world charm. Loved the dining experience.
Rolando
icon-Business
Business
8.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Excellent team. Installation should be better maintained
Anthony Peter Mark
icon-Friends and Family
Friends and Family
2.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The rooms are a disgrace. Shabby, dirty, stains on carpets broken items in bathroom, damp and paint peeling off the walls. Disgusting. We stayed one night only instead of the two we booked and paid for. Also staff service very poor. Take them off your platform. They damage your reputation
Upali
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
4.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Room was dirty with mould and carpet was badly stained. We had to continually ask for towels, soap, hairdryer,no tissues in the room, on arrival there was no one to take the luggage out from the car. On arrival we were exhausted and requested jug of milk tea and room service brought tea and milk separate. We said we ordered milk tea also call yard tea in SriLanka. He was annoyed with us and took it out of the room and poured the milk into the tea and walked away. Air conditioner was not working and the technician attend to it but no improvement. Similarly we couldn’t watch normal TV as there was not a decorder,so we had to watch YouTube. We couldn’t wait to leave the hotel.It was a shame, Mt. Lavinia was one of our favourite hotels with fond memories where we have stayed on number of occasions with our family members. Please, get this iconic hotel up to standard.
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Lorraine
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 24 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The rooms are big and really grounds the staff are very professional food is fresh and variety is good. Pool is really nice.
Jacqueline
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
2.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

It is such a shame I have to leave this review. I have stayed at Mount Lavinia multiple times since my honeymoon in 2001, but had not been back to stay in 13 years. I had to leave the hotel after just 2 nights. The only things still beautiful about this hotel were the location- which is still beautiful- and buffet. The first room I was shown to was appalling. It was dark, dingy, stained carpet, watermarked walls, damp smelling, broken chair in the room, broken toilet seat and random dining chair on the balcony instead of patio furniture. The second room was better, but still had 2 broken doors, rusty fridge etc. It was a far cry from the warm, welcoming grand colonial hotel it once was. It's a crying shame that it has been allowed to lapse into such a state of disrepair. I don't want to bore your with the enormous list of issues I had in two short days. But be aware that the only atmosphere at the hotel was one of having just given up. Only the lobby and terrace were the same as I remembered. Before leaving the hotel I sat at the poolside bar and was disgusted at the state of it. The nonchalant attitude of the staff -who had once been the reason- I held the hotel in such high regard was the final straw. I cancelled the rest of my booking and departed. As I said, the view is unrivalled, but the main draw for me was the private beach area. Sadly, I felt unsafe in the 5 minutes I was on it. In that 5 minutes I sunk into a waterlogged area. I was done!
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Sathiyabalan
10.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Excellent stay
Nishantha
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Leisure with Friends
6.0
/10
Reviewed 26 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful ocean view, very friendly and nice staff. Excellent breakfast. But the Room quality is not very good.
Thomas
icon-Friends and Family
Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The sea view was amazing. The hotel sits in beautiful grounds. The service was outstanding and the drinks and food selection was beyond compare.
Graham
4.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The room was really poor and smelled moisty terrible
anu
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 28 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Mount Lavinia Hotel offers an unforgettable stay with its stunning beachfront location, colonial charm, and above all, exceptionally friendly staff who go out of their way to make you feel welcome. A special thank you to Dewmini, Lukshan, and Akini — your warmth and hospitality truly made our stay unforgettable. Every interaction felt genuine, and their service went far beyond expectations. The hotel’s seaside location is perfect for relaxing, with beautiful views of the Indian Ocean and easy access to the beach. The atmosphere is peaceful yet full of character, with elegant colonial architecture and a rich sense of history. Mount Lavinia Hotel delivers comfort, charm, and top-notch service. We’ll definitely be back!
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Shanthi
8.0
/10
Reviewed 29 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Hotel need updating, therefor the place looks dated. It's not unsanitary.
Thomas
icon-Friends and Family
Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 30 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The hotel was reasonably clean. The staff were very friendly. The food and the drink service was absolutely stunning. The area is very supportive with shops and easy transport links. The beachfront could be cleaner and the rooms could be updated slightly plugs and such like
Razia
icon-Leisure with Children
Leisure with Children
2.0
/10
Reviewed 30 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Property was so terrible as the they show in pics nothing was like that room look soo old no air conditioner was working properly and bathroom was not nice at all when u take shower all the water was spilling out into room so they should update their room and bathroom and furniture and cleaning service they didn’t clean properly gallery door’s handle was dusty and rusty
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majella
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 30 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Staff are extremely friendly and helpful. Very professional.
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Overall Ratings & Reviews Mount Lavinia Hotel

Traveloka (1)
Other sources (655)
8.2
Very Good
From 655 reviews
Cleanliness

8.0

Room Comfort

8.0

Location

8.6

Service and Facilites

8.4

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Traveler Reviews Mount Lavinia Hotel

Number of reviews per page
20
40
Top reviews
Michael
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This was our 4th stay at the Mount Lavinia. We always stay here on each trip to Sri Lanka. Prior to this trip, we hadn’t been back in 10 years. A lot has changed! It is still a truly magnificent historical building, and the location is quite breathtaking. The breakfast buffet is excellent, with everything from a full English breakfast to European, Indian and traditional Sri Lankan fare. The pool area is also still lovely. Having acknowledged these things, the overall maintenance of the building was very poor. Many things have fallen into disrepair. Our room, for example, smelled of mould. The fridge did not work, the telephone for room service was broken. The whole room required a deep clean, fresh paint work etc. Clearly there are financial issues or the upkeep would have been carried out. It is a true shame. Service was hit and miss. Sometimes excellent, other times completely non existent. After being a major draw card for us in our visits to Sri Lanka, sadly, now, we won’t be returning.
Read More
shamil
icon-Business
Business
2.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Such a shame that this once beautiful hotel has been run down so much. Dates rooms, dirty walls which look like they haven’t been painted in decades, holes in the floor boards, AC not working, horrible damp smell throughout the building. It’s completely clear that the current owners are not willing to invest. Steer clear would be my advice
Read More
Ivan
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good location and grandiose building that have seen it's better days but that how things are in Sri Lanka in general. Good location near a train station. Very popular wedding place for locals.
Cenker
4.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Really good breakfast, rally friendly and amazing staff.very poor building and room condition. Very poor house keeping. I had to share my room with a huge cockroach. Overall I would not recommend to stay here. Overpriced and poor for what you get.
Pavasha
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
2.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I am completely dissatisfied with my experience at this hotel. The room was advertised as clean and well-maintained, but that was far from the truth. The linen was not changed, and it was obvious that the bed had simply been remade from the previous guest’s stay. This is completely unacceptable and unhygienic. On top of that, the filters in the air-conditioning/ventilation were filthy, and it was clear they had not been cleaned or replaced in a long time. The hotel claims to offer a clean and comfortable environment, but this is false advertising. Overall, I do not recommend this hotel to anyone. Poor hygiene, poor maintenance, and misleading advertisements. I will not be returning.i want a refund i will display your name
Read More
Gregory
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Couldn't fault the staff for their care and friendliness. Lovely hotel. Old world charm. Loved the dining experience.
Rolando
icon-Business
Business
8.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Excellent team. Installation should be better maintained
Anthony Peter Mark
icon-Friends and Family
Friends and Family
2.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The rooms are a disgrace. Shabby, dirty, stains on carpets broken items in bathroom, damp and paint peeling off the walls. Disgusting. We stayed one night only instead of the two we booked and paid for. Also staff service very poor. Take them off your platform. They damage your reputation
Upali
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
4.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Room was dirty with mould and carpet was badly stained. We had to continually ask for towels, soap, hairdryer,no tissues in the room, on arrival there was no one to take the luggage out from the car. On arrival we were exhausted and requested jug of milk tea and room service brought tea and milk separate. We said we ordered milk tea also call yard tea in SriLanka. He was annoyed with us and took it out of the room and poured the milk into the tea and walked away. Air conditioner was not working and the technician attend to it but no improvement. Similarly we couldn’t watch normal TV as there was not a decorder,so we had to watch YouTube. We couldn’t wait to leave the hotel.It was a shame, Mt. Lavinia was one of our favourite hotels with fond memories where we have stayed on number of occasions with our family members. Please, get this iconic hotel up to standard.
Read More
Lorraine
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 24 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The rooms are big and really grounds the staff are very professional food is fresh and variety is good. Pool is really nice.
Jacqueline
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
2.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

It is such a shame I have to leave this review. I have stayed at Mount Lavinia multiple times since my honeymoon in 2001, but had not been back to stay in 13 years. I had to leave the hotel after just 2 nights. The only things still beautiful about this hotel were the location- which is still beautiful- and buffet. The first room I was shown to was appalling. It was dark, dingy, stained carpet, watermarked walls, damp smelling, broken chair in the room, broken toilet seat and random dining chair on the balcony instead of patio furniture. The second room was better, but still had 2 broken doors, rusty fridge etc. It was a far cry from the warm, welcoming grand colonial hotel it once was. It's a crying shame that it has been allowed to lapse into such a state of disrepair. I don't want to bore your with the enormous list of issues I had in two short days. But be aware that the only atmosphere at the hotel was one of having just given up. Only the lobby and terrace were the same as I remembered. Before leaving the hotel I sat at the poolside bar and was disgusted at the state of it. The nonchalant attitude of the staff -who had once been the reason- I held the hotel in such high regard was the final straw. I cancelled the rest of my booking and departed. As I said, the view is unrivalled, but the main draw for me was the private beach area. Sadly, I felt unsafe in the 5 minutes I was on it. In that 5 minutes I sunk into a waterlogged area. I was done!
Read More
Sathiyabalan
10.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Excellent stay
Nishantha
icon-Leisure with Friends
Leisure with Friends
6.0
/10
Reviewed 26 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful ocean view, very friendly and nice staff. Excellent breakfast. But the Room quality is not very good.
Thomas
icon-Friends and Family
Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The sea view was amazing. The hotel sits in beautiful grounds. The service was outstanding and the drinks and food selection was beyond compare.
Graham
4.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The room was really poor and smelled moisty terrible
anu
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 28 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Mount Lavinia Hotel offers an unforgettable stay with its stunning beachfront location, colonial charm, and above all, exceptionally friendly staff who go out of their way to make you feel welcome. A special thank you to Dewmini, Lukshan, and Akini — your warmth and hospitality truly made our stay unforgettable. Every interaction felt genuine, and their service went far beyond expectations. The hotel’s seaside location is perfect for relaxing, with beautiful views of the Indian Ocean and easy access to the beach. The atmosphere is peaceful yet full of character, with elegant colonial architecture and a rich sense of history. Mount Lavinia Hotel delivers comfort, charm, and top-notch service. We’ll definitely be back!
Read More
Shanthi
8.0
/10
Reviewed 29 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Hotel need updating, therefor the place looks dated. It's not unsanitary.
Thomas
icon-Friends and Family
Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 30 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The hotel was reasonably clean. The staff were very friendly. The food and the drink service was absolutely stunning. The area is very supportive with shops and easy transport links. The beachfront could be cleaner and the rooms could be updated slightly plugs and such like
Razia
icon-Leisure with Children
Leisure with Children
2.0
/10
Reviewed 30 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Property was so terrible as the they show in pics nothing was like that room look soo old no air conditioner was working properly and bathroom was not nice at all when u take shower all the water was spilling out into room so they should update their room and bathroom and furniture and cleaning service they didn’t clean properly gallery door’s handle was dusty and rusty
Read More
majella
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 30 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Staff are extremely friendly and helpful. Very professional.
Number of reviews per page
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40