Hikkaduwa hotels

Pros: This is an older property sandwiched between the road and the beach. As such it is thin and long. Many chaise lounges facing the beach; a large pool suitable for lap swimming; a smaller cosy pool; great selection for breakfast buffet; beach-side bar offers tasty snacks. The owner was kind enough to introduce himself and showed us photos of the hotel after the tsunami in 2004. He had to completely rebuild and in the process added more facilities. The restaurant staff is very attentive . Nishan, the Food & Beverage Manager is very personable and keeps everything flowing smoothly. Tips: All rooms face the ocean. Get a second floor room for a better view. Try the Sea View Pizza House a 5 minute walk to the right of the hotel - Sri Lankan run and very good quality and value - good thin crust pizza. Walk left on the beach to the point at high tide to see the huge ocean turtles close up.

Cons: We had reading lamps on both side of the bed which is good but they were VERY dim. Suggest replacing the bulbs with higher wattage. Although there was a sign saying to not reserve your chaise lounge for later use, most people did so very early in the morning. If you aren't up around 6:30 am you will be out of luck.

Pros: Modern and comfortable. All facilities available

Cons: Poor air conditioning function.

Pros: The staff were very helpful and friendly always with a greeting and a smile. Breakfast was lovely and fair variety to suite all tastes. Nice pool

Cons: Our room 401 was musty and we were right next to the kitchen and what must also be a garbage area as the smell as you walk out of room was horrific. Could not sit outside near our room area. Rooms definitely could do with a refresh as the price we paid was definitely not good value. Location was not what we expected much better to head down forwards the citrus hotel area we’re there were lots of outdoor eating areas and beach much better

Pros: Good reception. Room size very good.

Cons: Empty fridge.

Pros: Lovely pool

Cons: Waiter said I could not sit outside of dinning area by chairs at bar if I did I would be charged for my inclusive breakfast. Told it was because of the cat problem Chef coughing into hand at breakfast and handling food Charged for a dinner party I did not want to be part off on Valuntines day. There was no other option and was not pre warned

Pros: Super friendly staff, very accommodating. Clean and amazing location.

Pros: Everything

Cons: Coffee

Cons: 1. I do not have WiFi in rooms ( I booked 2 rooms). 2. Air-conditioners does not worked correct (only fix temperature more then 24 degrees of Celsius)

Pros: Friendly and helpful staff. Good breakfast Nice view of the beach

Cons: Wish there were more options in the bar. Both food and beverages menus.

Pros: For what you pay, could not fault anything the room and hotel was everything it said it would be and the house keeping team did a wonderful job. Breakfast was very tasty, and location superb.

Cons: Wifi was'nt the best but believe that was being fixed whilst we were there.

Pros: everything: the pool the room (eco budget room which got free upgradfe to sea view) great and diverse breakfast). probably the best hotel i've been is Sri Lanka. also the staff is awsome!

Cons: nothing at all!!!

Pros: The location is right on the beach, easy access to surrounding bars and restaurants on the beach. Very convenient location, and good service overall.

Pros: The location and the view. Also the beach is awesome. Excellent for families

Cons: The gym was terrible, the waiters slow and unsatisfactory

Pros: Great manager and staff who were all very helpful and tried their best.

Cons: Unfortunately my room stank of sewage and could not be fixed because of the open drain in the bathroom. Air condition did not work. Gym and pool extremely dated and dirty. Swimming pool full of sand from the beach because there are no foot bath before stepping in. Water very cloudy. New hotel manager who was doing his best to improve things!

Pros: Delicious and varied Breakfast. Beautiful facade, decor around the hotel. The staff is very responsive and pleasant. Clean beach and pool. It is possible to buy an additional dinner or lunch, if not included in the price. There is always a bottle of water in the room.

Cons: The rooms are not very clean. Air conditioners are old. Often forget to put towels, bath accessories and even toilet paper. I have to run to catch the cleaners.

Pros: Pool size Spacious On the beach Tuk tuks always outside ready to take you away

Cons: The whole hotel is leaking so water everywhere including in rooms, hallways, bathrooms and the smell of damp is overwhelming. The smell of damp is in everything including the bedding, their is no escape from the smell of damp. The pictures they showcase on their listing are from at least a decade ago so don’t be fooled. The pool is a great size but not regularly cleaned. Has bird droppings floating in and around it, sand from the beach and broken tiles which hurt if you stand on one by accident. The pool once had a swim to bar but this looks like it hasn’t been used for years and adds to the untidy look of the hotel. In fact, if you are planning on spending the day at the pool, you have to completely dry off and get dressed every time you want a drink or a snack as you have to go into the restaurant to order where swim wear is not allowed. We booked here because it had a gym and this was out of use. Not for refurb but because if you used any of the equipment you would need a tetanus. The machines where very very rusty or out of order completely. The bed had bed bugs, it was riddled with them the first night and they slowly seemed to diminish but still not great. We did not have any food in our room in fear of creatures growing in numbers. Other rooms had room service which was left on the floor in the hallways for days before any staff would remove it. When we complained about all this it was pointless. They take the money on arrival for the room which is unusual for Sri Lanka but after an hour of being at the hotel I understood why. The reception lobby is nice so it draws you in to a false security. On arrival the upgraded our room to a balcony room. We could not use the balcony as it was occupied by a nice pigeon family whose droppings where never cleaned and it was all over the balcony furnishings. After complaining, they said their is nothing they can do but will make note of it.

Cons: Not clean

Pros: Nothing I like about the hotel.

Cons: Run away from this hotel. Don't just trust me read other reviews. These people ruined our anniversary. You won't get anything you see in the photos. You will get filthy hotel room with bird droppings on balcony and on outside couches. Room with leaky ceiling, bathroom with non functional water system. Drinking glasses with oil marks. Doors that need to work too hard to open and close. You can't even do anything about that as hotel policy is pay upfront and no refund.

Pros: Very good

Pros: Amazing breakfasts, cooked off the menu. Fresh Fruit Beach out the front of our hotel was perfect. Beautiful room with amazing views, great rooftop bar.

Cons: Our air conditioning turned off in the night - guessing due to power overload.

Pros: Everything was lovely!

Cons: There weren't enough sunbeds next to the pool.

Pros: The food is delicious although it is sometimes served in a slightly haphazard way. The setting is great and it is a really comfortable and elegant hotel. The staff are courteous and are anxious to please. Thoroughly recommended

Pros: Everything

Pros: Terrific hotel. Wonderful staff

Pros: The staff were all amazing. The pool and beach were in a great quiet location not too far from Hikkaduwa and the food was top class. The room was also great with good air con, lighting and facilities. Didn’t use the spa or gym.

Cons: The lift smelt unclean and of body odour. The music being played was awefull and for a modern stylish place, this should be reviewed based on the type of guests staying there as it really put us off spending time in the bar/restaurant.

Pros: The food in the restaurant, the pool, the sunbeds. And the view to the sea.

Cons: The XL double rooms did not have a glas-balcony. The hotel is expanding, so forøget about relaxing to the sound of the Beach - all you hear is construction-work. It would have been nice to know or at least get a reduction in the price. The first night they gave us a room next to the construction, but we complained. There were no availability before the day after in our room category, but we got a more cheap room - they would not pay us the difference, but offered us dinner instead. We had to take it, because we did not want to live next to construction. I the gym two of the machines do not work (2 out of 4 cardio machines). The staff in the breakfast restaurant forget about your order, so you have to keep reminding hjem. I had a balinese massage - it was ok, but not worth the money I spend on it. I would not recommend to stay on the hotel for the next couple of months, because of the construction.

Pros: Breakfast was really good. Location was very good. Virtually like a private beach but sea was rough and not great for swimming. The food was good but I would not say exceptional. I came when the hotel opened in September 2018 and the food was exceptional then although they did not have a big variety.

Cons: The service could be improved. For example you go and sit near the bar area with a friend who has already arrived and has a drink. The waiter just stands there and does nothing. You have to call him to get a drink. Bear in mind there was no one else in the bar area other than the two of us (10.00 p.m.).

Pros: The view from the balcony was beautiful!

Pros: Good location, proximity to the beach and restaurants, the pool and sunbeds, good breakfast

Cons: Rooms need refurbishing! In my sea-view room (and other ones, too - checked with the staff) there was an irritating sense of vibrations all the time. It took 2 days for the staff to figure it out but at the time they had no idea how to fix it and couldn't offer any alternative, which made spending time in the room an unpleasant experience :(

Pros: Great location directly on the beautiful Hikaduwa beach with lots of turtles and small sharks in the shallow water of the coral reef. Design of the hotel and swimming pool. Seaview from the room and the balcony. Cleaness of the room. Friendly staff. Reasonable value for money.

Cons: Staff is probably afraid that somebody will run away without payment of the bill- they are chasing you several times a day for some payment confirmation. Dinner food must be better for this price. There is much better food for half price in the beach restaurants just few metres nextdoors.

Pros: Great location, clean rooms and very efficient and friendly staff. Stayed during the Coronavirus outbreak and had a few days state curfew. The staff went the extra mile to look after all their residents.

Pros: The reception staff was fantastic Amila and Shani area credit to the hotel.

Cons: We used the restaurant most evenings. I order prawns and noodles. I was given prawn rice and tomato sauce. I explained that I ordered to noodles and brought me the noodles and apologised

Pros: Locations

Cons: Not cool that my black friend was subjected to questions on if she was actually staying at the hotel as she was heading back to her room after a swim. We all checked in together, you asked her because she was black and not the white couple, who were also staying, and who had been swimming.

Pros: Coral Rock by Bansei is in an excellent location. You can walk to both the turtle beach and the coral reef. It is right on the ocean. Definitely get an ocean view room. The staff is wonderful. Breakfast is very good.

Pros: Location and view

Cons: High price compared to similar alternatives

Pros: Great location right on the beach - slept really well in my seaview room rocked to sleep by the waves. Clean and very comfortable room. Breakfast was good and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Also very good value - especially as I was upgraded. Loved watching the sunset in the evening from my balcony . The hotel is in a great location with restaurants within walking distance or short TukTuk ride and 5 minutes to the left lovely swimming beach - 5 minutes to the right lovely coral beach - can walk straight from beach and go snorkeling. I would definitely return.

Cons: No beach in front of hotel - either washed away, or due to global warming - photos don't show this - but maybe it only disappears in February! They no longer have snorkeling/diving school on their premises but kindly phoned to arrange this with the company within 5 minutes walk away

Pros: The staff was really friendly, forthcoming and accommodating. The breakfast is good and ample. The location is a bit off the town but has a really nice beach. The swimming pool area is great.

Cons: The room we got had no windows, the other rooms with a verandah are the way to go. The food options for vegetarians are limited.

Pros: The pool was nice, breakfast was good and the rooms were comfortable.

Cons: No reception desk as such. We weren’t told any info when we checked in. The staff were very friendly but there wasnt much communication. There is mention of a bar and restaurant. Well I didn’t see a bar and the restaurant was a large dark deserted room. Breakfast was nice but we were never offered anything more than that. The hotel is also far out of hikkadawa so you have to get tuk tuks in and out. I think you can get better for your money in the area.

Pros: Young manager Hasitha is amazing. Everything did very well. This is more than quite and calm to Hikkaduwa city center. Most appreciated all. Highly recommend here.

Pros: Staff very friendly, food absolutly amazing.

Pros: The older waiter was incredibly nice. Food was good.

Cons: We were placed into a dark room with no windows or views. Our room only had one outlet - 4 people to share one outlet - not good. Also, we had to pay up front with cash for our room. We should have asked to see our room first. There are a few nice rooms in a newer building, but some rooms are located in the older run down building. Avoid this place and stay somewhere closer to the tourist area. They are overcharging for the rooms. You can get the same priced room in the tourist area of town. I would not stay here again.

Pros: Professional Experienced Manager Hasitha was helped to us every time, Also very nice other staff. Everyone were try to do they best.... Hope again come

Cons: Terrible attitude of staff when they get to know you're a local. Ordered a continental breakfast the night before and the staff were trying to push the already prepared and on display local spread to us, which was swarming with flies. Asked for the (previously ordered) continental instead and the conversation between the staff went like this: Staff 1 : they want continental Staff 2 : why can't they have local? Staff 1 : no apparently Staff 2 : urgh fine then Aand got a sad omlette, and the leftover non toasted bread (what we call kade paan) from their local breakfast spread. Didn't get a fruit platter, and neither did we receive our tea, which we asked for TWICE. Neither were we served with a glass of water which is just basic. The staff seemed to be doing us a favour by giving us the breakfast we paid for. The rooms are basic, the pillows smelled of Chicken curry for some reason and seriously, just avoid this place all together.

Pros: Breakfast will be provided basically as per our instructions in previous night they will ask from you what is required and they wont have full comprehensive buffet which we can pick what ever we like to have that moment, and room service and housekeeping is good and its a quite place where you can relax your self without engaging much of activities in side the hotel. they do have a pool which is nice and you wont get private beach in case if you imagining since it is beachfront. beach is apparently other side of the road and hotel is located land side.

Cons: i cant complain to them in terms of what i didn't like, as a frequent traveler i always believe its our sole responsibility to pick a place where you really wanted to be. sometimes you pick a place based on pictures but you might not go through the reviews hence i would prefer always read the reviews in prior to pick a place it will really help you to finalize a place as per your expectations.

Pros: Very good accommodation for the money. Very friendly staff and a pleasant breakfast.

Cons: The beds were not the most comfortable.

Pros: When we stayed the second night it was great. So maybe book but make sure it is not a friday night!!

Cons: We stayed on a Friday and the party music is playing at a ridiculous volume from 7pm- 4am. So 9 hours where you are paying for your room but not able to relax in it. If we had known it goes on so late we wouldn't have booked. Worst night sleep ever.

Pros: Staff was so friendly, much worth to stay for the price.

Cons: Nothing much to concern

Pros: Food, personal

Cons: moldy room+mattress

Pros: Excellent location, great value for money, yummy food, tasteful party night, very artistic environment... staff were very good but not amongst the best hospitality we’ve experienced in over 20 years of experiencing Sri Lanka regularly.

Cons: There was nothing we didn’t like.

Pros: Good location. Everything you need is close; beach, restaurants and shops. Nice pool and garden area. Very good value for money.

Pros: All the people from hotel (restaurant And reception) were lovely And helpful

Cons: Room for three people was cheap but because of the view to the Street is Very Very noisy And absolutely tragically hot because There is no AC, I cant recommend for any stay.

Pros: The food is delicious and tasteful. The staff are sweet and helpful. The location is perfect The hotel is clean and nice

Cons: Nothing to add

Pros: breakfast is good

Cons: We had book the room which have aircondition, this facility was list on my reservation message, but the hotel give our a non-aircondition room and beside the noisy street.

Pros: Breakfast & sea view is extraordinary!!

Cons: AC has to fix. Then all good & staff way very friendly & helpful.. *****

Pros: Located on the beach front. Great breakfast, lots of choice.

Cons: Wifi signal poor

Pros: Cute small hotel with only 4 rooms. The owners are very nice, friendly and welcoming. The rooms are not big but have everything, what you need. The position of the hotel directly on the quiet beach is really special and the garden and terrace sunbeds are comfortable and offer wonderful views, that you can watch all day long! Breakfast was good and we also took a nice and tasty lunch there everyday. Hoping to return, a place we can recommend.

Pros: Staff were really helpful and friendly. Place is located beachfront. Room was clean and breakfast was really good! This place is really calm and peaceful

Cons: The room was a bit small and the door worked a bit hard.

Pros: Very good villa in traditional style just in front of the ocean. Consists of only 4 rooms, each for 2 guests. We stayed for 17 days. The room was very nice, tidy and clean. All mentioned facilities were available and worked propely. The cleaning and towel change was on the every second day. The incredible heartly hosts made our holidays great and comfortable. Great breakfasts on the beach, ocean view, relax to the sound of the ocean surf. 30 minutes walk to the Hikkaduwa center by the beach or 5 min by bus or tuk-tuk alow both enjoy the village infrastructure and at the same time feel solitary and quite on the hotel territory. So we strongly recommend this villa for your stay. Feel free to contact the owners for help. They will do everything they can to make your stay remarkable.

Pros: Nice property Very kind staff We enjoyed our stay in Oriental Rest

Cons: Nothing

Pros: Beautiful house, amazing view, clean and comfortable cool room with AC, beautiful old interior and exterior decorations and nice owners. The ocean is literary in front of the room. You feel like the part of history staying there. It was one of the most pleasant stay in Sri Lanka. Despite the house is on the road - no noise of traffic, because rooms are on the ocean side and all you can hear is ocean voice, that is wonderful. Really relaxing place.

Cons: All was fine, just a description of the room was a bit different. (1st floor rooms has no balcony, but it still has a balcony-like (terrace) area with the comfortable seats and coffe-table.)

Pros: I loved the Oriental Rest because it is a traditional establishment. The building is quaint, the view is exceptional and the breakfast was outstanding! Best of all, the family that owns and operates the Oriental Rest is the loveliest of families! Quality Sri Lankans with big open hearts and warm smiles willing to share their experiences and the natural intrinsic pride in their country.

Cons: I would have liked to stay longer, but there were no rooms available.

Pros: I love this place. The property is family run. The owner Indika and his wife are amazing people. True Sri Lankan hospitality. I am a Sri Lankan and I am very detailed oriented on the places I choose to stay at. Indika has decorated the place with really classic antique furniture. The photos online do not even convey half of its beauty. The property has an amazing in house chef . We had food there many time both Sri Lankan and other cuisines. It was excellent both in presentation and taste. You only had to ask and it was provided. I loved the tranquility of the location and the people running the business. I would recomend this place to anyone. I will be going back and booking the whole place. Since it has four rooms it is more like a villa than a hotel. Exquisite! Thank you, Indika, Nadeesha and Ananada for making this New Year extra special.

Pros: A very unique old house converted to a home stay. It's very homely and relaxing with a beautiful garden and sun terrace. The staff were wonderful and so friendly. Breakfast was nice and the location right in a quiet part of the beach was hard to beat. About a 45 minute stroll on the beach to the main part which we enjoyed each time.

Cons: The room is a bit small and dark. Felt a bit claustrophobic. Maybe more space for sun lounger at the front as if all rooms are taken there are only enough loungers for 3 couples. Minor tweaks though.

Pros: Really lovely people running this place. Located right on the beach with some sun lounges on the beach. They upgraded our room without saying anything to a sea view with fridge, TV etc. Room was much better then we expected for the money, that was without the upgraded room. Close to main supermarket and all the nice eateries. A few minute walk along the beach to Hikkaduwa Coral Reef with amazing snorkelling. Overall really happy with this find and would stay here again

Pros: Beautiful sea views Great helpful family Delicious big breakfast Quiet Comfy beds

Pros: Except the payment facility, everything was great. Room has all the facilitie. Fridge, tv, electric kettle, hot water. Very value to the money. The woman name "Nandalatha" and the boy were very good. They were willing to go for an extra mile to serve us better. Convenient place, easy access to restaurents, sea bathing. Very good place. Clean room. We loved the place very much. They made a very tasty breakfest with three courses which was very good.

Cons: Their card payment machine was not working. But it was not an issue since ws had the money.

Pros: Good location handy for local amenities. Ideal for beach Staff very friendly

Cons: A little dated in terms of furniture/ decor.

Pros: A good location right on the beach but be aware of the rocks in the sea and for your swimming move just a couple of tens of metres to the left. The room was of a decent size, the staff was nice.

Cons: Noise from the street in the night and morning but it was bearable.

Pros: The room was right on the beach and the staff were very friendly.

Cons: The air conditioner was extremely loud, we couldn’t sleep with it on. So we didn’t get much sleep while we stayed.

Pros: Close to beach . Large clean room with good shower. Staff were friendly but communication not easy on arrival.

Cons: Outside lights on at night cause balcony rooms to be to light.

Pros: Near to beach.

Cons: Nothing.

Pros: On the main road.

Cons: Next to railway track! No access to the beach, photos show the beach photos but that through their restaurant, which is not part of the same property. Building feels run down and old. Smells weird in the lobby.

Pros: Walking distance to the beach... nice beach view, very large bed room, very comfortable bed

Pros: The rooms are very big and you are able to use facilities in their beach hotel too. WiFi available in room if you ask and a kettle/tea/milk provided! Staff are all very friendly and everything was very clean. Would stay again!

Cons: We had a big balcony but no outdoor seating (the only negative I can think of!