Hotels with Swim-up Rooms in Eastern Province

Wonderful place! All the staff are friendly and helpful, attentive to every need. Special thanks to the girls at reception ❤️ and to the guys looking after the pool (towels and sunbeds at no extra cost). They gave us a free upgrade as soon as we arrived, with a wonderful bungalow opposite the pool. Very comfortable bed and everything very clean and modern. The hotel also includes a gym (free) and a children's area. The restaurant is excellent, with at least 15 different dishes (both European and local). The sea is very close by and the beach is quite clean.

This resort is very aptly named: an oasis of peace and tranquility in a gorgeous spot. The room was clean and spacious, and we could access the pool directly from our patio. The swimming pool is beautiful, with a shallower area for toddlers as well. The he beach was pristine, and we felt safe enough to leave all our belongings on the beach lounge chairs while swimming / taking a walk. The staff is very nice and helpful.

We really enjoyed are stay at this resort. It does lack a pool bar and the pool itself is very small, but the sea is right there. The rooms are very good and the service excellent. The food in the restaurant is very good although expensive compared to the rest of Sri Lanka, plus service charge and government tax is added on.

We had a great stay at the Calm Resort… really comfortable rooms, we were upgraded to sea view room which was great! The beach was easily reachable from the room and so was the pool. We stayed with our elderly parents and young kids and the resort was suitable for all! The pool was big and great to swim in. The food was great, we had breakfast included which was a buffet of English breakfast and Sri Lankan food. Good choices. Lunch was Al A Carte and dinner was buffet which was slightly expensive, but expected in a resort of this size. The staff were exceptionally friendly and in hand to help as needed; proving once again nothing beats Sri Lankan hospitality! Special shout out to the Housekeeping staff, who added an extra bed for us and also cleaned the room out of hours as our kids put on the do not disturb sign on the whole day accidentally! The highlight of the whole trip for me was the beach and the sea! It was best that o have. Seen in Sri Lanka to swim in… relatively calm and easy to swim in.

Lovely location. Came out of room. 20 meters to the pool. 1 minute to the sea. Lovely room with outdoor seating area, pool loungers etc. Great breakfast buffet.

This hotel is along a stretch of pristine beach. There are 14 resorts all of which seem very private. The swimming is great and the sea is calm. There are jet skis and boats for hire as well. The Anantaya was built in 2016 and is the newest resort there. It is beautiful. We got a room that steps into the pool which I highly suggest paying the extra. It was very convenient to dining, the beach and swim up bar. The rooms are pristine and chic with great bedding and beautiful draperies. The food was fresh and all natural using what the island has to offer. The kitchen staff and chef are very proud of their work. Their kitchen is super clean as we got to take a tour while we were there. What makes this hotel even more special is the service. The kitchen staff befriended us, played volleyball with us and felt like family after 3 days. Max was our main waiter and he was a joy. Wathsala the customer relations manager went over and above in everything we asked of her. If she could have come with us we would have taken her on the rest of our trip. The people, the place, five star in any country.

This hotel only opened a few weeks ago which we didn't know, neither were we informed that it was still under construction when we booked it beginning of July: thus, when we arrived, we were very surprised to see that half of the site is still a construction site. As a result there is no spa nor fitness centre yet, and the main pool was not available. We did get upgraded to one of the very luxurious villas to make up for all of this, which included its own private pool and was amazing. The staff is very efficient, which we have found to be quite rare throughout our holiday in Sri Lanka, and so is the food, which again, is rarely the case. Our stay was great because of all the attentions and extras we received: I would probably recommend though waiting another month or 2 until construction is completed, if you want your stay to be perfect. All in all a wonderful stay though.

We stayed 3 nights at anantaya resort at the end of january as a family with our two kids (1 & 3 yo) and had a really nice time. The check in process was easy and smooth, the receptionist was very attentive to our needs. We stayed at a superior room and it was big enough for us, they even provided us with a babycot. The pool is big, there’s even a kids’ pool, and we saw some rooms have direct access to the pool. The staff is very helpful, friendly and always attentive to your needs. The food is outstanding, you have the option to sit inside or outside overlooking a pond with fish and the ocean. Its beautiful. The morning breakfast buffet stood out for us as they also have halal options available. The resort is away from the city very nice if you want to take time off to relax. There’s nothing much around however you can take a car or tuktuk to explore the city as it’s not too far. Unfortunately we couldn’t enjoy the sea as much our first day because the waves were too rough however the rest of the days it was better. Overall highly recommend this resort.

For our second visit to Passikudah we chose Anantaya Resort and we couldn't have chosen better. From the first moment to the end we were looked after by the friendly staff, especially Rishopana and Kanogitha. We booked this resort for a room with direct access to the pool and we were lucky to get perhaps the nicest room. But what makes this resort special is the people who work here. We also spoke with the friendly beach/pool attendant S. and likewise the waiters and cooks at breakfast and dinner did everything they could to make the guests happy. Excellent Sri Lankan breakfast and dinner. My husband was delighted that the waiters here could spin a beer with a foam cap. The room was very nice and clean. The pool was cleaned regularly too. Free sunbeds on the beach. Beautiful beach and walks. If we had not booked another stay before, we would have stayed longer. We will definitely be back here soon!

After our first 5 nights at the Anantaya Resort & Spa we were so satisfied with all, that we extended our stay for 4 nights more. The resort is just amazing. The rooms are spotless clean, huge and great equipped. We had a great view to the sea and the pool. The pool is the biggest one we've ever seen - wow! Also the beach is like the caribbean sea or the maldives. The food (we had breakfast and dinner) was delicious every day and the staff in the whole Resort (especially the waiters) were every time so friendly and courteous. Because we were sometimes the only guests (due the ongoing political situation in the country) we had the possibility to choose our own set-menu directly by the chef-cook and it was even so delicious! Also the management of the resort is very kind and fulfills every wish. The price/ performance ratio is just perfect. We enjoyed every minute at Anantaya Resort & Spa and can highly recommend it! Thanks for the great time - we hope to come back again!!! Christa & Stefan, Switzerland

Amazing choice for the price of a couple of hotel rooms we put up a whole family, Grandparents to children. Such a lovely self contained property that is finished to a high standard. We phoned ahead before arriving to ask for a few things and they were there when we arrived. Pool is well maintained and has some shade for daytime dips, kitchen is big enough and equiped enough to prepare modest meals or serve take out. Communal seating area on terrace is a nice place to breakfast and sit in rhe evening. Caretaker was staying on premises (seperate room different entrance, not connected to guest area) very helpful but not at all intrusive, really nice. Very happy with the choice ideal for family group. Don't forget price does not include tax

Stock photos does not do a good job to describe the place. The villa is quite and isolated place with good privacy. We hang out by the beautiful pool and in the garden at the end of the day. kids loved to run around in the garden. house is newly renowned, new furniture,nice roomy bed rooms, clean lines, comfortable beds and clean newly renowned bath rooms. Thanks to Kejan and his staff for all the help!

It is absolutely perfect place to relax with family and friends, quite and comfortable. Beautiful garden, big swimming pool and beach is very near, like 800 meters. Everything you need to have good holiday.

Awesome villa. Great pool. Meals could be prepared and were delicious. Personnel was very nice and super helpful.

Appreciate the cleanliness and enjoy the pool very much. Clean kitchen and kitchenette

Review of the Sun Siyam Hotel in Pasikudah . The pearl of the east coast, located on snow-white sand surrounded by a coral reef, between the bays of Vandalous and Kalkudah, is one of the Sun Siyam ho𝗍𝖾𝗅 managed by 𝖠𝗋𝗌𝗁𝖾𝖽 𝖱𝖾𝖿𝖺𝗂. 𝖥𝗂𝗋𝗌𝗍 𝗂𝗇 𝗅𝗈𝖻𝖻𝗒 𝗓𝗈𝗇𝖾 𝗍𝗁𝖾 Guests are greeted by a bright and stylish design, which leads to the road 𝗈𝖿 the delicately hidden villas. In the center of the territory there is a large 𝗉𝗈𝗈𝗅 with beautiful illumination at night. If you want privacy, you can relax 𝖺𝗍 your private pool in your room. 𝖠𝗍 𝗍𝗁𝖾 𝖻𝗎𝖿𝖿𝖾 area there is a 𝗐𝗂𝗇𝖾 𝖼𝖾𝗅𝗅𝖺𝗋 with an impressive collection of wines and champagnes. For sophisticated guests, having a glass of Dom Perignon at sunset of the outgoing day is perfect! Whole hotel makes with love, so you may not worried about something, the hospitality staff will always help you. Today it is one of the best hotels on the island of Sri Lanka, so your are always welcome!

The staff were exceptional in every regard. I am gluten free and informed the hotel ahead of my arrival. They could not have made more effort with assisting me with this and the food throughout our stay was varied, tasty and a delight to discover. The best gluten free bread I have ever tasted, baked especially for me, daily! Good value hotel, but rates in keeping with a 5 star hotel in the city. The facilities were adequate and a luxury feel in terms of well appointed and designed rooms. Good AC, clean and spacious. We were upgraded to a sea view pool villa ( booked a garden view) which had a lovely feel and ambience. Very spacious and lots of room to relax. Recommend asking for a first floor villa/room. The swimming pool and beach facilities are excellent though the beach is a bit shallow for swimming. For good snorkelling you need to book a trip, locally not much to see. The bar was by the pool area with indoor and outdoor seating an option. Nice air conditioned environment for the bar and a pool table were good additions. The gym is small but adequate. The restaurant area is in the shade but open air, so be aware regarding some tendency to flies and the occasional crow cackling away looking to see if they can find leftovers. Very lovely and attentive staff made this holiday a real escape and relaxation. There is a calm and uplifting vibe. The spa has a sauna and steam room and good reasonably priced options for massage.

Beautiful hotel that sits on a stretch of private beach with direct access to the (very shallow) sea. The hotel footprint is not large (unlike neighbouring properties) but it did not feel crowded and we were always able to get space by the pool or on the beach. We had 2 rooms (one above the other) and were fortunate to have an internal interconnecting staircase between the two rooms. Rooms are spacious and have a daybed, as well as a balcony or patio. Air conditioning was powerful and a relief when you needed a break from the sun! There is a large outdoor bathroom, with a separate indoor shower and open-air bath. The large pool was a highlight of the hotel, along with the immaculate beach. The free pool table and the (underused) karaoke room were good fun (although you need to be able to navigate to YouTube karaoke songs). The beach bar with its swing was great. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful.

Great hotel with amazing rooms. We had our stay in 118 sq m pavilion with pool. Liked ir very much. The rooom was cozy, everything was clean, the pool was bigger then expected because of lack of available pool pictures. Amazing view from room and good location for quiet relaxation away from main city activities and public beach. Hotels private beach is clean, the water is pretty shallow, but if you cross the shallow water and enter deeper water, there are loads of corals and fish, good place for snorkeling. The breakfasts and dinners had good variety of foods and food was really tasty. Everything was clean no signs of hygiene problems. The staff was friendly and helpful. Ended up extending our stay. Deffinately recomend the hotel, you get what you pay for!

Very spacious and clean. The room was air conditioned and the facilities were adequate for an all in one stay. The pool is massive with lots of sun chairs and they serve your snacks and drinks at the pool. The pool is hot for someone who prefers cooler waters. The beach front location is nice. Food is great with buffet style breakfast and dinner. The staff are super friendly with moderate English. The manager speaks English very well.

The location is hard to beat. The generous pool area overlooks the beach and there is plenty of shaded lounge areas. There could be more shaded sun loungers by the pool. Breakfast and dinner were delicious, although we couldn't initially get a table for dinner due to overcrowding. The room was spacious, well lit, well air conditioned and with a delightful sea view.

From the moment we arrived at Amaya Beach Pasikuda, we were warmly welcomed, and the check-in process was smooth and efficient. We received our room quickly, and stepping inside, it exceeded all our expectations. The room was spacious and perfectly suited for our family, providing the ideal blend of comfort and style. The location of the hotel is simply stunning. As soon as you step out of the room, you're greeted by the breathtaking view of the beach and the inviting swimming pool. Additionally, the Pasikuda beach bathing area is conveniently located right next to the hotel, offering an even more immersive seaside experience. The dining experience was exceptional. The meals were delicious, with a variety of options that catered to different tastes. The live action stations at the buffet (two or three every meal) added a delightful touch, allowing us to enjoy freshly prepared dishes. The overall location is calm, serene, and absolutely perfect for a relaxing vacation. Everything about the hotel—its ambiance, service, facilities, and food—came together beautifully to create an ultimate holiday experience. Highly recommended for anyone looking for the perfect getaway!

Loved everything about this stay. It was very relaxing. The hotel has used the land and the private beach area in the most efficient manner. Very picturesque with the blue colour waters, we took a lot of photos! You can either swim in the private beach of the hotel and see corals, or walk over to the public beach without corals. The pool was good, lounge beds spreaded over the area provided a nice place to experience the wind and the sunsets. There was a lot of guests at the hotel but it did not feel overcrowded. Staff are very polite. Buffets were nice. They also had a place to play board games. Also jet ski, paddle boats etc were offered for additional charges. Staying for more than 1 night was a good choice. Will definitely go again.

I recently stayed at Amaya and it was nothing short of spectacular. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel genuinely welcome with refreshing drinks and warm smiles. Thanks Sanjay. 😀 Our room was spacious, beautifully decorated, and offered breathtaking views of the beach. The attention to detail was impressive, from the luxurious The food was delicious, with a great mix of local and international dishes. We especially loved the seafood and the romantic beachside dining options. The pool area was serene, and the beach was clean and perfect for swimming or relaxing under the palm trees.

Beautiful 5* resort, I'd say it's typical European standard with large rooms, some western TV, fast wifi, beautiful beach and nice pool. We also enjoyed the restaurant (priced really reasonably). Breakfast was typical resort type with mix or western and asian with egg station, coffee/tea, fruits, jogurts. Staff was super accommodating, friendly and very attentive. We had a really nice time :)

From the moment we arrived, our experience at this hotel was outstanding. Every aspect of our stay exceeded expectations – from the luxurious accommodations to the warm, attentive service. We stayed in one of the family tents, and it was absolutely perfect. Thoughtfully designed, it had everything we could possibly need – comfortable beds, air conditioning, and a beautiful interior that made it feel like a boutique retreat rather than a tent. The private bathroom was a highlight in itself, complete with a spacious rain shower that added a touch of spa-like luxury to our days. The pool area with infinity pool was clean and perfect for both relaxation and family fun. It became one of our favorite spots. But what truly sets this place apart is the staff. Every single person we encountered made sure we felt welcome and cared for. As a family with young children, we also really appreciated the entertainment space near the restaurant. It was a great way for the kids to have fun while we enjoyed a peaceful meal. This hotel is a true gem. If you’re looking for a stay where comfort, service, and atmosphere are perfectly combined, look no further. We will absolutely be coming back!

My wife and I spent part of our honeymoon in this hotel. It was the best experience of our trip. When you are looking for a place to relax and forget about your everyday, this is the place to be. The rooms are big and have everything you need and even more. The service is just great and everyone is so attentive. The Manager Umberto and his team are taking great care of their guests. The pool and area is exactly like in the pictures and the food is just amazing. It’s all sustainable, local and so tasty. We will come back for sure. The Chefs of the hotel do an amazing job. When the GM Umberto starts cooking, the pasta exceeds every expectation. We especially liked: the peace and quiet, the proximity to the beach, the swimming pool, the service, the food, the attention to detail.

The art work is amazing , being surrounded by beautiful things is incredible The pool tiles glisten like tiny diamonds under the water . I swim regularly and this pool is worthy of an award, it is just incredible and you can use it at a time to suit you. I mentioned I like an early morning swim and they moved the cleaning time to fit my routine , without a blink of an eye, amazing . Swim , coffee, book - perfect start to another day in paradise !

A very nice hotel. Everything was perfect, the rooms, the pool, the beach! We visited Sri-Lanka for the first time and were a bit nervous about this trip, but it turned out to be a very relaxing trip. The hotel management was very attentive, the service was excellent, the rooms and the pool were clean. The restaurant had a good choice of local and western cousine, a bit pricey though :). The reception staff was very friendly and arranged all the trips for us, so we didn't have to worry about that.

Outstanding features the 30m Swimming pool, polite and attentive staff , offering of cold water in flask by the pool , use of a Mobile phone to communicate with your personal butler and a great beach

The staff is so friendly and the rooms are very comfortable we got upgraded into cluster rooms with semi private pool. A very nice stay!

Super beach hotel built right in the thick of the jungle - stunning pool and also right on private beach with fabulous beach bar and cafe. Full of wildlife - crocodile in the (fenced off) lagoon, land monitors, mouse deer, giant squirrels and palm squirrels. Very relaxing. Choice of beach, jungle or lagoon cabins - some have a private pool too. Expensive for food and drinks but we had a driver and ate out a bit too which was fun - esp Fernando’s beach market.

Great hotel, beautiful setting, fantastic service. We loved staying here - great setting right on the beach with lots of beds and beautiful sea. Beach bar is great (pricey). Food is absolutely fantastic - we have lots of dietary requirements and the staff did absolutely everything to ensure our needs were met, going off menu etc. Food was delicious and plentiful. Our waiter Madhawa was so nice and so helpful - we are very appreciative! Pool is lovely - could be more beds as difficult to get but lovely setting and nice pool bar with great staff. Would highly recommend. We didn't use the hotel service to go snorkelling but its close to Pigeon Island.

We had a fabulous 5 night stay here. The staff are a real asset to the place. Naveen on reception helped us organise an out of season trip to pidgeon island as well as checking each day that we were happy with the service. The restaurant staff were particularly wonderful, they were all so attentive remembering what we liked and my husbands dietary requirements. They could not do enough for us and genuinely seemed interested. We have never experienced such high standards of service. The food was superb and the head chef even kindly provided us with the recipe for the bread they made. It’s the same price as you’d pay for a meal in the UK but the setting and service are worth it. We stayed in November (off season) in a beach cabin. This really is a luxurious hut with ensuite as well as an outdoor shower and path to the beach (just 10seconds away). There were a lot of bugs and mozzies around (likely due to the fact this really is a jungle resort filled with vegetation and wildlife). These were not a problem in the room however. The sea was quite rough owing to the season. Lifeguard is present. The beach extends both ways into the distances and most of the time we were the only ones on it (there are no surrounding hotels). There is a pool by the bar/restaurant area too with about 12 loungers. They also have a spa providing treatments which were lovely and the same price as any high end hotel. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here in this jungle paradise.

A very tranquil and high quality stay at UGA Jungle Beach, we booked 3 nights of relaxation here amongst a busy trip around Sri Lanka. It really delivered. The location is peaceful, the beach is clean, sea safe to swim, and the pool area is relaxing with a real jungle vibe. The service of the team is exemplary, they could not do more for us. From the porters to the waiters, the chefs and even the groundskeepers. Special mentions to the lovely and efficient Ishara on the management team, to the happy and smiley Suraj, and delightful Shan who ensured we had a magical BBQ dinner right on the beach for our last night - something we would highly recommend as a special treat. There is not much around the hotel so plan to stay within the resort and make the most of the atmosphere and facilities. It’s worth the journey however, slightly off the normal SL tourist circuit. Rooms I would suggest if the budget allows to book the lodges closest to the seaside. We didn’t do this and ultimately wished we had! Next time :)

Place was very clean and neat. Staffs was very friendly and helpfull. They full filled our requirements without hesitation.And food was tasty and good. They gave pool access for unlimitedly. All over peacefull and nice place to stay. We will come again for sure.

Had a Wonderful Time at the Resort! Rooms had the best view of the Beach and Sunrise was very beautiful to watch from the room balcony. Swimming pool was very clean and well maintained, Had lots of Fun in the Pool! Sajjan and Fernando were very friendly hosts. Food was very tasty. Had Fresh prawns and cuttle fish delicacies. Such a Beautiful Place.

Real place to enjoyed, the place is very very quite and the staff was always attended anytime service wae wonderful, they fullfilled all the needs without any hesitation, pool is opened any time its a first place that i have experienced the pool ooned 24 hours. Wifi is super fast, Ac very perfct and facilities are wonder for us.reqlly very pleasant place

Real diamond resort,the roof top is very cc lean with good sea view and garden is very beautiful,pool is open for anytime it's first time in srilanka pool is open for 24 hours ,thank you blue diamond.facilities are very welcome,good communication staff were very helpful.thank you friends

It's was just awesome.it was was very cleaned and absolutely perfect to stay.the staffs are very friendly and very comfortable.swimming pool is very good and it's a wonderful experience in the pool.we had dinner at the roof top ,it was fantastic.

The beach is a man amazing so clean and good for swimming The pool big enough to swim in really nice pool area. Staff were wonderful. And the room spacious and clean. Great linen on bed very comfortable.

Nice relaxing stay in this resort dominated by hotels with very little else in the local area but for the beautiful sandy beach. Hotel was great value, especially compared to the other options in the area. Large pool, clean rooms and friendly staff. Perhaps neglects it's beachfront position a little, and more could be made of the beach bar and pool area to pull other customers in and give some life to the hotel. We ended up eating in other hotels as a result of the lack of atmosphere. Had no problems with the hotel until a small amount (£30) went missing from our hotel room. The management did what they could, but without cctv there was little responsibility taken and we certainly did see our money returned. Left a bit of a sour note after an otherwise uneventful few days

Property was amazing, very clean and brilliant air con system, great shower with hot water. A river runs through the resort with 15 crocodiles in it and on arrival there was a baby crocodile down at the river. We received a welcome drink on arrival which was delicious and staff insisted on taking our bags to our room. Brilliant pool which was very clean and had a bar. Properties are right on the beach with a stunning view. The food was nice and the large restaurant area was very clean.

We spent two nights at this resort. Our room was very beautiful and clean, with an extremely spacious bathroom. The resort offers a splendid pool and a beautiful private beach. The presence of few tourists contributed to creating a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. Both breakfast and dinner featured high-quality traditional dishes. The staff was always kind and helpful. A special mention goes to Samante, the restaurant manager, who treated us with great courtesy and attention.

A peaceful welcoming stay with Amethyst Resort. So lovely to be looked after by very attentive and professional staff Rooms are spacious and clean. William helped us take our luggage to the room and was super cheerful throughout our stay The food is super tasty and the restaurant team cater to your every need. Thank you to Janayaka and his team The pool is fabulous and right by the beach

Brilliant hotel, with very welcoming, friendly staff. We were sad we had only booked one night here; really wish it had been longer. Highly recommend!! Brilliant breakfast. Lovely main pool and our room had its own plunge pool.

We just checked out and my son is asking when to return back. Simply one of the best hotels in Srilanka that we have been to so far. Ronson; Reception Manager is very welcoming and fretted us with lots of positive vibes, Pandulla the receptionist is extremely welcoming and showed us the ground and the room. Room is extremely spacious, well stocked with all what we wanted including robes and flip flops, very clean and we had a private pool which again was good sized and clean. We had dinner and breakfast at the property, Good selection and well planned tasty menu options. Prashanth from food and Beverage was very approachable friendly helpful and looked after us well. Praveen one of the checkout staff was again extremely helpful during checkout with heavy bags.

We have just enjoyed 3 nights at this absolutely wonderful hotel. From start to finish, the service was 5* we were greeted with a Hindu tradition, which was special. Thank you Moheshi (inthinknthis was her name) All members of staff took the time to talk to us and get to know us with genuine interest. Including Emran at reception. The pool attendent was a great man, and we enjoyed talking with him. Special mention to Roshan in the restaurant who really tried to ensure we enjoyed our breakfast and make indian tea the way we like it. ( Breakfast) was honestly a feast on days when there were fewer guests we had a la carte. The hotel itself has wonderful touches. Everything is brand new and so untouched. The towels and linen were immaculate, and everywhere was clean. The gym was well equipped, and the swimming pool was beautiful with a stunning view of the sea. Our room was spacious, we loved the outdoor terrace. The grounds are well kept and constantly maintained. We would love to come back when the sea is calmer to enjoy the beautiful ocean. Thank you for making our stay memorable. ( we considered staying a few more nights, but the rain was relentless)

We travelled through Sri Lanka and this was our favourite hotel by far. The rooms are beautiful small bungalows. All brand new fixtures and cleaned meticulously every day. Really luxurious beach house interiors. The pool is a great size to get some lengths in. It looks onto the beach too, which was so tranquil. We spent each morning with a dip in the crystal clear ocean then some lengths in the pool. Truly bliss! The staff really made the stay exceptional. Anything we needed was catered for to a high standard (laundry etc) They we're always happy to have a chat and give recommendations. I was looking for an Ayuverdic spa which the manager organised for me. Including booking one of their recommended tuk tuk drivers. I felt very safe and comfortable travelling with him myself and he even waited for my treatment to finish. Very polite young gentleman. Which isn't a given when you pick up a tuk tuk! Ravi was really helpful and always looked forward to seeing him. Really didn't want to love from this hotel! Left feeling relaxed, energised and can't wait to go back!

Beautiful hotel fantastic staff. Any little issue was dealt with brilliantly. Food was excellent and room was very good. Super pool and bar and pool restaurant. Service was great we really felt looked after.

This is a mid price beach front property with very friendly helpful staff who will assist you to make arrangements for snorkelling, cruises, sight seeing etc. You also have free pool use at their sister property in Uppuveli, which is a very classy property. I accidentally left my prescription glasses behind and they are sending them by courier to my next destination.

We loved our stay here. All the staff were super helpful and friendly. We went for a room with sea view balcony and felt it was worth the extra money as the view was amazing. Spacious room and comfy bed. The peaceful private beach with free sun beds and umbrellas was definitely a highlight! We swam in the crystal clear water everyday. The food was delicious (especially the curries!) and the service was great. The hotel is slightly out of town but that didn’t bother us as it meant it was lovely and quiet, and the staff arranged cheaper tuktuks for us when we did go out. Thirukoneswaram Temple is walking distance and worth a visit! We would definitely recommend staying here if you want to relax and unwind :)

Trinco Beach by DSK is perfectly situated right on the beach, offering an ideal setting for a relaxing stay. The hotel is clean, and the staff are friendly and helpful, always going out of their way to ensure guests have a great experience. The private beach loungers are a wonderful touch, adding to the comfort and convenience. Both breakfast and dinner were delicious, with prices that were fair. A special mention goes to Dilan, who did an exceptional job. We had an issue with the air conditioning, and he handled it perfectly, making sure everything was sorted efficiently. Overall, a fantastic stay – I highly recommend Trinco Beach by DSK for anyone visiting Trincomalee!

Absolutely wonderful feeling from the moment I arrived and saw the beautiful sea though the little restaurant. Very happy I booked the deluxe room as the view was so amazing, waking up seeing the sun rise in bed is incredible… the room was so beautifully decorated and peaceful with lots of lovely touches. I’m so happy I stayed two night most to enjoy it, and to visit sacred Koneswaram temple a number of times. The staff were so kind, and the food and drinks were amazing. And you pretty much get the sea to yourself. Thank you.

Amazing location on beautiful Dutch Bay. The rooms and bright and comfortable and the staff are very friendly and helpful. I have seen some comments about the sea view rooms having a roof in the way of the view. Please pay a little more for the superior or deluxe room (higher floor) as the views are great and it is worth the small amount extra. There are not many food places around s the property but that was okay as the chef here is greta and the food has been delicious. I would highly recommend this place.

Great hotel with a lovely pool, right on the beach and all the rooms with a view of the sea and pool. Peaceful and quiet, with the only decision to make whether to swim in the sea or the pool. Excellent value for money in the low season. Food available at the hotel, but also plenty of choices a short walk along the beach away. Really glad I chose this hotel, since it seemed much nicer than many other along this strip of coast.

1. The pool is big and well kept 2. The hotel is right on the beach, which is clean and has enough chairs and umbrellas for everyone. There are lovely coconut trees and a beach bar, which has food and drinks. 3. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Thank you Thivansu and team who worked hard to keep our rooms clean. Thank you Sathish, for keeping the beach and pool clean and helping out whenever we needed something. Thank you as well to all the restaurant and bar staff, for their great service.

Location perfect Rooms great Staff attentive and polite specially at the reception Pool big and clean perfect for adults and children They provided pool toys aswell as surfing board for the guests extra bonus :) Dinner was delicious esp the seafood pizza and grilled Fish with salad and sautéed veggies My compliments to the Chef

We stayed here for two weeks, and we enjoyed it very much. The pool is not big but we spent a lot of time in it and liked it very much. Often a good option when the sea was too wavy or to change a bit for a nice chilled swim. The beach was awesome, literally at your doorstep 😊 and the sea was super clean. Perfect for swimming safely, flat sea or few waves at times but nothing to compromise your safety (and there always people around, also from the staff) 🏊🩳☀️ The restaurant was okay, but there are few excellent options also in Nilaveli town just 1 to 2km away, if one wants to change and try something different. There are many options for excursions, dolphins watching and if you're lucky as we were also spot some whales, coral and pigeon island etc The location was safe, even though a bit "isolated", it's literally 1km from the main street with shops restaurants and also tuk tuks always available to move around for your needs. That's just what we needed, a nice break from everything! If I had to add something, it would be a fridge in the room to have cold drinks at all times. Other than that, perfect stay! The staff was also very friendly and always available for any requests. We made some good friends during these 2 weeks stay. A special thank you to Sajee, Kumar, Abi, Tharanga and Desman. Thanks for everything, we will definitely be back 🙏❤️🇱🇰

The property was beautiful, the rooms were lovely, with nice attention to detail. The beds were so comfortable. The swimming pool was extremely clean and the small private beach was always kept very clean and tidy. The staff were incredible. We stayed for an anniversary and the staff decorated our room and organised a complimentary cake which was so kind. We booked the room with a bath, and due to a water line issue the first night, our bath didn’t work. This was not the hotels fault but the manager Divendran went above and beyond to make up for it, offering complementary breakfast every morning and offered to move rooms. The breakfast was good also. We went out of season but the weather was the best weather we have had after being in Sri Lanka for 3 weeks. The whole town was extremely quiet due to it being out of season but don’t let this put you off if you want a relaxing, peaceful stay. We stayed here for 3 nights and I wish we could have stayed longer! There are some restaurants close by. We went to vino Lanka 3 nights in a row as the food was so good and very reasonably priced, we got a tuk tuk there and back each night for 350 rupees, which took about 5 minutes. Overall this hotel was our favourite stay in Sri Lanka so far!

I recently stayed at J7 Villaj Resort and had an overall wonderful experience. The rooms were impeccably clean and spacious, providing a comfortable and relaxing environment. The pool was fantastic, offering a great place to unwind and enjoy the sunshine. The staff were incredibly attentive and made sure all our needs were met with a smile. Breakfast was delightful, with a variety of delicious options to start the day right. The location of the resort is perfect, just a short walk to the beach and close to numerous shops. However, we did have to move rooms twice in one day without a clear explanation as to why, which was a bit inconvenient. Despite this, I still highly recommend J7 Villaj Resort for a perfect getaway!

Had the best time at this villa resort with my girlfriend! The rooms are clean, the pool is nice and refreshing, the service and food is 10/10, and everyone working here is so friendly. Our room had a power cut and they sorted it out for us asap. They always provided us with whatever we needed. I really can’t recommend this place enough - best hotel we’ve stayed at in our 2 weeks in Sri Lanka! They also organised our snorkelling trip to pigeon island which was amazing 😍😎

J7 Villaj resort was a fantastic place to stay! The pool was lovely and clean and perfect for cooling off. The Sri Lankan breakfast was delicious with very generous portions. The staff were all exceptional and always ready to help. The location was one of the best parts, close to the beach, great restaurants like rice and curry just around the corner etc. The property also had really good signage and was easy to find from the street.

Nice cozy place. New furniture, and also the whole hotel building. It is situated nearly 350 metres far from the beach. Small garden with a swimming pool. There are two kinds of breakfast: local and European (omelette, toasts, lot of fruits, sandwiches, yogurt, coffee). Hotel stuff was always so nice and friendly and solved all the problems (for example, washing clothes) with good level of English. There is nice bar also.

Fairly new hotel. All amenities needed. Spacious room. Big and clean swimming pool. Great variety of dinner options. Also value for money is very good. Breakfast is delicious, choice between extensive Western or Sri Lankan breakfast. Staff was very friendly and welcoming. Especially the head of the bar/restaurant makes you feel at home and does his utmost to get the most out of your stay.

We liked everything about this property and were sorry to leave this little bit of paradise! Our hosts Dencil and Vathani were so kind and helpful, and the food was delicious, both breakfast and dinner! The room was large and the bed comfortable, and everything was spotlessly clean. The fridge in the room was definitely a plus, as was the air con. The bathroom was a good size and brightly lit, and there were 3pin square plugs for us British travellers - a nice surprise! Best of all was the terrace literally yards from the beautiful warm sea and white sand on the beach. This small bay is idyllic and watching the local fishermen tend to their boats each day was so interesting. Meals are served on the terrace and it’s a great place to sit and relax and enjoy a cool drink. Dencil has his own boat and arranges early morning trips to Dolphin/Whale watch at a fair price. We took advantage of this and had a great time searching for the dolphins and then watching them zip through the water as if enjoying every minute. We think Janus Blue Corner is an absolute gem and highly recommend it!!! Thank you Dencil and Vathani.

We had three fantastic nights at Jana’s Blue Water Corner — a truly special place run by a warm and welcoming family. The two guest rooms offer everything you need and are located directly on the beach in a picturesque fishing bay. The setting is peaceful and natural, perfect for relaxation. One of the highlights was the opportunity to join a private morning boat tour to see dolphins in the bay — a magical experience. The bay itself is perfect for swimming and snorkeling, with warm waters (30–32°C in April/May) and a rich variety of marine life. We spotted countless colorful fish among the rocks, and with a bit of luck, even sea turtles! The food and drinks offered at the guesthouse were absolutely delicious — always freshly prepared and full of variety. On our last evening, we were treated to freshly caught fish, caught the traditional way right in the bay earlier that day — a memorable and authentic experience. A heartfelt thank you to the entire family for their wonderful hospitality. We wish you all continued happiness and success — and hope to return one day!

Breakfasts were so tasty and the products were fresh. We enjoyed traditional Tamil food with an attractive view of the beach and the ocean which are 5 meters beside the hotel. Also, you can always order fresh juices or curd-iced lassis. If you want something special for breakfast you can also order for example English breakfast or even chicken rice with curry. You can order any food for dinner. At our dinners, we ate crabs, calamari, redfish, scallops, octopus, and even skat. And believe me, the price for each dinner is much lower than in restaurants of Trincomalee city, portions are big and food is so fresh and yummy. We rent one new scooter for a very good price. Also, you can scuba dive here with instructor Dencil or even go just for snorkeling or for an exursion to watch dolphins.

My girlfriend and I stayed at Janas Blue Water Corner for 4 nights at the end of may. It was such a lovely experience! The place is so beautiful, the room with bathroom was really nice and clean and the AC worked well. The beach right in front was clean and great to relax. It is also great for swimming and snorkling. The hostess Jana made us really good tasting breakfast and dinner in the evening. She was attentive and kind. Her family members were also there helping her and also helping us, when we needed help with our tuktuk or other things. A very nice family! We truly loved our stay there and would recommend this place to everyone! We actually wished we could take it to every next stop on our journey around the island.

The place is right on the beach, so it literally feels like you have your own private paradise. There are only 2 rooms for rent, which makes it super quiet and cozy, and the hosts go above and beyond to make sure you have everything you need. The food? Just amazing. Breakfast was included and they served it whenever I wanted (yes, even late mornings 🙈). Lunch and dinner were homemade, fresh, and so flavorful – with plenty of variety to choose from. Honestly, it was so good I didn’t even feel the need to eat out in town. On top of that, the price is more than fair, and the hosts are always ready to help with literally anything: tuk-tuks, trips, shopping, you name it. A truly stunning stay – can’t recommend it enough! 🌊✨

We liked the staff they were helpful welcoming and warm even though we stayed over new year when most folks are on holiday. They even gave us some of their celebration foods. The rooms are very clean comfortable and spacious with really efficient aircon and fan. The waste water is recycled and used in the lovely garden. Rooms come with fridge kettle and fresh refillable drinking water availe all the time. The food in the restaurant was delicious and has a Japanese twist. There is a coffee shop right by the gate that sells excellent coffee and cake. They have a pool within a lush garden which gives some respite from the heat of the street. The pool is really clean and free for guests but public can use it for a fee. We loved our stay here so much we extended it for 2 nights. Whist the Spice trail doesn't back onto the beach it's right in the centre of Abay and just across the road from the beach. This was a favourite place to stay for us ❤️ Thank you Spice Trail team you are great! a special shout out to the lovely smiley gardener who alway met us with a wonderful smile 😃 we hope to return some day. 10 /10 💖

One of the Best hotel! As a person who stay there 5 nights, during my stay I replace to Luxury room, I can defiently say this is one of the best in Arugam! First the staf were so friendly! Helping with every request, helping with lately check out, and were very friendly! Food: we took 3 breakfast, it was good, value for money they have a resturant menu. But in the last two nights we prefer to eat outside. Swimming pool: As a person who like to swim, I really like to swim there, part of the swimming pool cover by shadow and part by sun. Finally, I really recommend about this Hotel! This should be your first choise!

Everything did! The staff at Spice Trail are exceptional. They care and they show it. That alone has me recommend the place to others. In addition, the hotel, its pool, the cafe at its front, all of those look and feel slick. The particular standouts for me were the pool and the cafe at the front (standout coffee and that vegan banana cake was to kill for). The cherry on top of all that was being taken by the hotel owner and their property manager to a surf spot a half hour of a drive away. That was hospitality of another order.

We enjoyed our stay a 100% at The Spice Trail. A beautiful hotel with rooms like little villas with its own garden. The pool is great as well and is nice for a little swim after a day at the beach. Be aware that some rooms are close to the noisy pool bar (music) of the neighbouring hotel.

Perfect location in arugam bay. Beautiful and comfortable rooms. Gorgeous pool. Poolside snacks and drinks were delicious. Attentive staff. Highly recommend.

Absolutely stunning, private, peaceful and relaxing. Our whole stay at Blue Water was perfect, the cabanas are cute, clean and spacious for couples. We couldn’t fault anything. We stayed for my 40th birthday and the team decorated our room, what a lovely surprise on entry. Although there is no air conditioning, the fans in the room are sufficient and the cabanas are designed well with openings for a breeze. Rinos is amazing, he was so attentive and looked after all of our needs. He’s really friendly, a pleasure to meet and an excellent chef. Sudha and Dinosan are both phenomenal, they make sure the whole area around the cabanas are pristine, they take so much pride and leave patterns in the sand for guests. There is a good variety of food, the fresh juices are so tasty. We had breakfast and dinner most days and Rinos catered for our tastes. The beach is private and only a few steps away, most days we were the only ones there, it is paradise. At night we fell asleep to the sound of the waves. Thank you Blue Water you made our stay unforgettable.

We spent six nights at Blue Waters as a family with two children and had a fantastic experience. The cabanas are spacious, beautifully designed, and well-equipped—with comfortable beds, a fridge, coffee and tea facilities, a large bathroom, and a huge shower. The property is located right on the beach. Swimming in the ocean is great fun thanks to the waves. From the hotel, all local sights are easily accessible by tuk tuk or taxi. Still, we highly recommend taking a few days just to relax and unwind at the hotel—it’s the perfect place to slow down.The food is delicious, and what truly makes this place special is the incredibly warm, attentive team and Rino, the manager. Everyone is always helpful and very friendly. Thanks to everyone for the great time we had with you!

Blue waters is the perfect place to go if you want to switch off from busy city life. You will wake up to the sounds of the ocean and Niaz’ team will cook nice and fresh meals for you. The only time you have to become active is when it comes to deciding whether to spend the day at the paradise beach within steps of your cabana (which you will have all to yourself on most days!), or take a short tuktuk ride to main Arugam Bay with all its different restaurants, coffee shops and bars but with a beach that’s nowhere as nice as the one at Blue Waters.

We had the best stay at Blue Waters! The photos don’t do it justice. Lovely cabanas, a few metres from the sandy beach, a nice restaurant and very friendly and helpful staff. Do note: this is not Arugam Bay, it’s Potuvil. We really liked this as we got an even better beach all to ourselves, and peace and quiet! We did walk along the beach to Arugam Bay one morning, which was nice. But we were glad to return to Blue Waters, and hope we will again one day!

The rooms are little shacks by the beach which gives a charming vibe to the hotel as a whole. The inside is not very modern but is clean, with comfortable beds and AC. The staff is very caring, friendly and helpful. The food there is delicious and comes with a nice view. Lastly the hotel provides all kind of services to lift you stay such as laundry services, tuktuk services (if you need to go to arugam bay) or connexions to book surf lessons or a safari tour.

I had a wonderful stay at Bayvista, often called the best hotel in Arugam Bay — and it truly lives up to the name. The rooms are spotless, the staff are super friendly, and the beachfront is absolutely beautiful. The rooftop is gorgeous and I’m sorry I didn’t get a photo of that, there’s Daily yoga which is actually a big advantage, as you don’t need to go far to exercise especially when it’s so hot and Arugam Bay can get very busy - here you can relax without feeling crowded. The owner is also the chef and is well-known for her Italian food. I indulged twice at dinner, but I must say the food at the hotel itself was also fantastic. What stood out most was the team’s warmth and willingness to help with anything. The location is central yet private, with good security, clean facilities, and a genuine sense of hospitality. If you’re looking for a place that combines comfort, friendliness, and a peaceful beachfront atmosphere, Bayvista is the perfect choice.

The location, exactly on the beach is wonderful. The rooms with sea view, which are large and bright, have a small individual terrace that allows you to enjoy the beach without treading on the sand. From the second floor, you overlook the entire bay and you can watch the ballet of fishermen leaving and returning from the open sea with their fish. All hotel staff are particularly friendly and try to help guests as much as possible. During my stay, I was able to take advantage of the covered rooftop to do my morning gym thanks to Mr Lucky, the manager, who allowed me access. He and his employees have always been attentive to ensuring that I lacked nothing. The continental breakfast at the hotel is original and tasty. The restaurant is also very good with attentive service.

Had a wonderful stay at Bay Vista. The two men working the front desk were so kind and helpful, they went out of their way to make my stay enjoyable. They helped arrange surf lessons and transportation. Room was clean and comfortable, and there is a lot of room in the restaurant/gardens area to relax. It was nice to have beach chairs right in front of the property. The yoga class on the rooftop each evening was lovely. The hotel is in a great location, about a 10 minute walk along the beach to the main point for surfing every day and it is central to restaurants and shopping. Would definitely return!

We had the most amazing stay here at Bay vista, the facilities are perfect, spotlessly clean , our double deluxe room overlooking the beautiful ocean and Arugam bay was perfect All the staff were extremely helpful and friendly and went out of their way to make our stay memorable, our waiter even arranged a birthday cake for my husband . We visited out of season in March so we had the beautiful beach more or less to ourselves. The beach is stunning , the staff are amazing , the food is delicious,would definitely recommend bay vista and will return.

You get a feeling of contemporary luxury the minute you walk in the entrance and look straight through to the blue water of the ocean. We loved everything about our stay here. Rooms were very spacious and had a balcony with amazing views out over the water. It was literally a 30 second walk to the beach. Beachside chairs provided! Staff were very welcoming, friendly and helpful. Breakfast included was fantastic. 5 min walk to main point for surfing and right on Main Street for other restaurants, shops etc.

Room and pool access great. Beach 5 minutes walk away. Loads of restaurants in walking distance. Staff couldn’t have been more helpful.

Everything. Our stay was just perfect. The personal was always extremely friendly. They cleaned everything twice a day and the pool was very clean and also quite big. It contains a big children’s pool with a deep of 2.5 feet, a big adults pool with 4 feet and a small whirlpool area. We can highly recommend the breakfast, it was the best we had so far in Sri Lanka.

We really enjoyed staying at MRD Beach Hotel. Everyone was very nice there. They always helped when we asked for help. It was a quit and nice place to stay. The children loved the pool, they enjoyed every minute in this. The breakfast was very delicious and it was impossible to leave in hunger. Thank you for that. :) There is a supermarket and a tuktuk place really nearby and to the beach it was only a 3 minutes walk. So it was perfekt. We really liked the atmosphere, the people, the breakfast, the pool and the rooms. We came as guests and left as friends. 😊 So thank you very much for that nice stay. If we are in this area, we will definitely come back.

The rooms were lovely and the beds were super comfy. We had TVs in our room which is a real treat and the bathroom was perfect. Really loved the location and the pool. The pool is huge! Was great for playing frisbee and ball games. There is a shallow area as big as the deep area. The staff were all helpful and friendly. They also have laundry and was washed correctly and all ironed. The breakfast was huge and did really well at accommodating for our gluten free friend. Which is hard in Sri Lanka. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here.

The place is nice, clean and well maintained, and so was our room. Very comfortable bed, big bathroom with power shower (and hot water), tea/coffee facilities with n the room. The pool and pool area also nice. The staff were the best. They really looked after us, made fantastic break fast for us, and even cooked us Sri Lanka/Tamil specialities. They also helped us book a car for our onward journey - although we didn’t really wanted to leave. we can highly recommend this place. and we would love to come back.