Hotels with Swim-up Rooms in Negombo

Facility is located near beach.. view from private pool was amazing.. food was delicious and staff were friendly. Also, they provided airport transfer for free. I liked this facility and I am planning to come again soon

The views over the sea, the private pool and the size of the suite were perfect.

We stayed at the suite and we like the plunge pool.

The room we had was amazing. It was our last night in Sri Lanka but probably the best night we had. Amazing sunset..private pool, great food. We felt like a king and queen. Staff were amazing and so friendly. The lounge areas where also great for just relaxing. There is also plenty to explore in the surrounds within walking distance.

After 5 months stay at different places in SL I mostly enjoyed a proper water pressure in bathroom/shower, real cleanness, well trained staff but not stiff. Really felt welcome not just being a ATM ;) Only having breakfast twice and inroom dining as well, I was more than satisfied about taste, quality and presentation. Maybe for longer stays variety could become little limited. From front desk, restaurant/pool, security employees all of them are very empathic also to 4legged nonpaying visitors seeking shelter or some food.

We stayed in the Peacock Villa. Everything was perfect, spacious rooms beautifully decorated with a private plunge pool. We loved that we could dine privately on our terrace and enjoyed all of our meals here.The staff were all friendly and efficient and so welcoming.

Clean and Beautiful private pool with an excellent river view... The room is also very nice. A quiet and calm environment. The staff are friendly and helpful. Thank you to all the staff for the great service for us.

First the staff is amazing, all the team is very friendly and helpfull :) Then the room with the private pool and view on the river is so relaxing . I loved it and will come back ! :)

A beautiful modern Villa with private pool, large comfy bed, private outside dining area, amazing bathroom with rain shower and lovely toiletries, fresh coffee and a fridge for fresh milk. Good Wi-Fi.

The staff were exceptional, with great attention to detail. And so kind. Private pool overlooking the river. Massive bathrooms and bedrooms. Beautiful gardens. Food was perfect.

Waterland has excellent facilities. We enjoyed our private plunge pool. Some might find the out of town location a little inconvenient, but we liked being along the canal near the river estuary.

We stayed at Waterland on our first night in Colombo for one night and the main issue with our stay was that it wasn’t for long enough. Me and a friend arrived at different time and Waterland arranged for both of us to be picked up from the airport. The hotel is a little way out of Colombo but it is in a lovely, quiet setting. Upon arrival, we were each greeted with a delicious drinks and shown around the apartment (even though my friend did not arrive until after midnight). Waterland also arranged for us to be taken to our next stop. The apartment was massive, with a sitting room and 2 bedrooms each with a large on-suite. We also had our own private pool and balcony with an amazing view of the waterways. The apartment was very clean and tidy and the pool was great (even though we only got to use it for a short time in the morning. Breakfast was quite traditional – fresh fruit, curd and honey (if you haven’t tried this – you must) followed by a hot option of your choice, served with drinks. The service was great, the apartment was great – we are just sorry that we didn’t book in an extra night!

Waterland is a small resort of around 5 individual villas on the banks of a river. We stayed in Elephant villa which has a small, private pool and decking area. We loved the indoor/ outdoor bathroom with fish! The area is quiet and great for just sitting and watching the wildlife. Food is eaten in a small restaurant and although choice is limited, the quality was great. The staff were friendly and helpful. Slight downsides... The resort is really tucked away ,so be sure your taxi driver knows where he is going. Ours took a while to locate the hotel. We wished the staff would collect the plastic waste that washed up at the end of the decking, or provided waste sacks for us to do it. Its a shame having to overlook plastic and garbage as you gaze at the scenary. There isnt anywhere to walk to so just go and enjoy relaxing .

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Waterland. It is convenient for the airport but in a quiet spot, situated by the river. It is beautiful. We had a great private villa with a good size pool. The staff and service were excellent. In particular Raganan was brilliant and looked after us very well. Incredibly good value for money and a short Tuk Tuk ride into Negombo town.

Wir genossen unsere Zeit wirklich sehr. Wir hatten die Villa Peacock gebucht und die entsprach der Beschreibung. Der private eigene Pool war sensationell. Die Aussicht im zweiten Stock auf den Fluss und die Gegend sehr einladend. Das Personal war sehr zuvorkommend und freundlich. Wir konnten 2 perfekte Abendessen auf unserer privaten Terrasse genießen. Die Qualität vom Essen, egal ob Frühstück oder Abendessen, war hervorragend. Sehr gerne wieder.

We were upgraded to Master room, most enormous shower, spa and bed. We had to go over the road to Jetwing Lagoon for breakfast which was not a problem. We had the whole complex to ourselves which included a decent sized plunge pool. Very happy with the overall experience.

Villas were beautiful! We are a family of 5 and had the Master Suite and another room. Very spacious and private with a luxurious feel to them (own plunge pool and spa jacuzzi). We were able to use all the facilities of the main hotel which was fantastic. Staff very helpful and courteous. Food in hotel restaurant was fabulous. Close to the airport but situated away from main town of Negombo. This did not bother us as we only stayed here for one night to recover from long flight and jet lag.

Our butler Mahinda was fantastic, the room is enormous and the breakfasts tasted great (and were more than we could eat). The plunge pool is well located for an evening swim while watching the sunset. They treated us to high tea as we had booked a long stay, this included an infusion on traditional and Sri Lankan items served in the private dining room. Really enjoyed this. We would definitely stay here again. Also recommend a night walk on the beach to see the thousands of crabs, including hermit crabs

Our group consisted of two couples. The rooms were really nice and the place was a good private get away with close friends. There is a plunge pool on the upper level overlooking the sea. Unfortunately access to the plunge pool is limited to those who pay the higher rate and book the master bedroom. We had access to it until dinner time since the master bedroom was unoccupied. When we returned from dinner myself and my friend walked up to find another couple in the pool. Needless to say they were quite horrified when they saw two dudes with bottles of whiskey tucked under each arm come up the stairs :D The guy yelled "privacy! privacy!". I'd recommend you book the master just so you could have the private plunge pool. You could cook your meals if you request to use the kitchen. Otherwise you have no choice but to take the 5 min walk to the Jetwing Lagoon Restaurant.

We stayed in the villa on the beach for one night. It was a huge place with its own pool facing the beach. The villa was situated opposite the main hotel, which has a few restaurants and a huge pool, this can all be used if you are staying in the villas. Overall I’d say the place is lovely, a little tired around the edges but we’ll looked after and we felt safe and happy with our stay.

We checked in very very late (1:00am) and the staff were very helpful. The Villa was built a few years back and is maintained clean and neatly. The lagoon view is spectacular. Both the interior and garden are well designed. No excessive piece is found. We really enjoy the stay.

Villaen er nok 20-25 minutter med bil fra flyplassen og i en landsby utenfor Colombo. Så her er det ikke mye annet man kan gjøre enn slappe av der. Paret som driver stedet er fra Canada og overtok management bare en uke før vi kom. Svært hyggelige mennesker som gjorde at vi følte oss hjemme. De hyret en meget god lokal sjef som disket opp en supergod middag for oss. Alt i alt en meget positiv opplevelse.

The photos don’t do this place justice. It is way better. It has a large, clean pool, with plenty of sun beds, and towels are provided. The pool has a shallow area for children, and there is kids play equipment in the huge, beautifully manicured lawns. The rooms are large with glass sliding doors opening on to a private patio with chairs and tables. There is a fridge, tv, tea & coffee station and water bottles are provided. The restaurant has delicious, reasonably priced food which is important, as there is nothing nearby. The hotel provides a free shuttle service (unsure if this is just a one-way service?), down bumpy side roads that make you wonder where you are headed. Once you arrive though, it’s an ‘oasis’, and a perfect place to relax. The staff are very welcoming and friendly. They even let us check in really early, as we’d taken an early train/grab to get there. It meant we could relax by the pool & sleep in our room throughout the day.

We needed a hotel for 1 night and a day near the airport. I chose this hotel for the nice pool and garden area, to relax and the free airport pick up and drop off was very convenient . We arrived very late at night and the pick up was easy . The room was well equipt, with sliding doors to the beautiful grounds. We had our own lounge area in front of the room. The pool area is wonderful, big clean pool, enough sun loungers and towels. The grounds, garden is beautiful and quiet, lots of birds around. The breakfast was ok and the food in the restaurant is also OK. You can take a tuk tuk to Negombo town/ beach, about 20 minutes away. The staff is very nice and we could stay the whole day and evening after checking out of the room, our flight was late at night and we were taking to the airport on time with the free shuttle.

Outstanding staff particularly the manager who kindly gave us a late check out and even offered that we could store our bags at the hotel while we went into the city for dinner before our flight. Due to a heavy thunderstorm and flooded roads, she arranged for the shuttle to be ready as soon as we got back to the hotel. Very much appreciated! Thank you, you have superb customer service and a lovely gentle and kind manner with guests. Breakfast waiter also so friendly and offered great service. Pool was perfect, kept very clean by pool man! Rooms comfortably spacious. Quiet location yet not far from the airport. Highly recommend.

We flew in late and just needed a place to stay for the night before moving on to a tour. The deluxe room was large and comfortable so we were able to get a good night's rest after a long flight. In the morning we discovered a really nice pool in a tropical garden setting and enjoyed a cooked breakfast then hung out in the pool until it was time to check out. The staff were lovely and very helpful. Keep in mind this is not a five-star hotel and does not pretend to be. But they deliverer three star very well and provide terrific value.

Pool was amazing. Grounds were beautiful and green and interesting to walk around. An oasis in the airport district. Staff were smiling and obliging. Transfer was easy even though it was a late night flight. Balcony opened on to the pool and grounds. Lovely spot to read a book.

I booked this property for my last day in Sri Lanka as it was close to the airport and the beach. I didn't expect it to be as amazing as it was and I'm not sure that I'll be able to adequately describe what a little paradise this property is. The property is built around a canal and multiple buildings with private rooms of all sizes, several pools, lounge and dining areas, billiards, reading room with tons of books in all languages to choose from, a couple of intimate bar areas and a breezy terrace that was comfortable even at the hottest times of the day. The canal had some kayaks available and there were also some bikes for the guests. Meal options were limited, but everything was delicious. My room was large and comfortable with a pool just outside the door. There is also a workshop onsite for local women to learn handicrafts in order to supplement their income. Some of the crafts were sold in a small shop next to the reception.

This was the perfect location to acclimatise and get over our jet lag at the start of our trip. Beautifully laid out and a real ‘wow’ moment when we saw our room. The staff were delightful and the breakfast was lovely. The pool area was great - quiet with lovely sun loungers … and a water monitor made an appearance in the lagoon just next to the pool! The staff recommended a lovely Italian place in Negombo and they arranged an uber for us. I actually left my trainers and an adapter at the hotel when we left and although they quickly tried to contact me to let me know, I didn’t pick up the call. Just to show how amazing they were, they arrange for a member of staff to meet us at the airport 2 weeks later with the trainers and adapter! We were so grateful for the exceptional level of service they provide. Thank you ☺️

Villa Hundira is a unique residence tucked away at the side of the lagoon in Negombo. Each room is individually furnished to a very high standard & artistically decorated. The twelve rooms are positioned around a complex of internal channels of water or by the one of two pools. It is quite ,peaceful & relaxing. The staff were all very friendly & helpful. Breakfast & dinner could be taken on one of the terraces or by the pool. Our stay here was an absolute delight after a busy two weeks exploring Sri Lanka

Amazing stay at this hotel. Travelled with my family (of 5) and we stayed there for 2 nights at the end of our holiday prior to flying out from CMB. We chose this location as it was near to the airport (approximately 35mins by taxi) and we wanted somewhere quiet to wind down after spending 3 weeks travelling across Sri Lanka. The hotel didn't disappoint. Attention to detail, the rooms were super clean, spacious (we had two connected rooms as a family). Wonderful staff always willing to help. Went the extra mile. Big shout out to Reginold from the waiting team. He was excellent took care of all our needs without a fuss and always with a smile. Thank you. Many little pools to choose from to relax and wind down. Before I forget, the little library tucked away in the corner and the super cute bar amazing little touches but adds to the charm of this little gem of a hotel.

Hundira is a tastefully decorated, boutique hotel and we love its quiet, homely atmosphere. This was our 2nd visit to the hotel and our next is already booked. It is a 20mins ride from the airport but over an hour from the city of Colombo. The hotel has a unique layout with a waterway winding through it. One can access the adjacent Negombo Lagoon via this waterway using kayaks available at the hotel. The rooms are large, the service very good, the Spa offers excellent ayurvedic massages and their Gift Shop offers unique products, handmade by locals in a workshop housed in the hotel itself. They also have 2 decent sized pools. The hotel has a wonderful museum dedicated to Rolf Tibblin, the champion Swedish motocross rider of the 50s & 60s, who is co-owner of this hotel along with his wife Hundira.

Wonderful stay. We were a group of 6 across 3 rooms, and all 3 rooms were clean and comfortable. The location is a short walk to the main street and beach. The staff were excellent - service was really above and beyond. Breakfast was good and reasonably priced, and the pool was very clean and enjoyable with a few sun loungers to relax on. Recommend!

A small boutique hotel, with a great location. There are only 5 rooms and a roof top terrace and a pool. The rooms and communal areas were immaculate. Staff really friendly and helpful and breakfast great. It was a really fantastic base for us to explore Sri Lanka

Really nice stay, thank you. Pool area is lovely and the staff are very nice and welcoming

The staff here are amazing, friendly, helpful and accommodating. Food was delicious and such good value for money (be prepared to wait a while as it's all cooked fresh from scratch). Nice swimming pool although could do with a larger seating/lounging area. The free airport pick up is a great touch. Give me somewhere like this rather than a huge anonymous hotel, I felt very comfortable here as a solo traveller. To the Czech family who stayed here on the 04.01.20, your behaviour was disgraceful!

This is a family-run business and everyone was genuinely friendly and hospitable. The AC was very welcoming, when there was electricity. I arrived during the Ukraine and Russia conflict; thus the country had a power shutdown for hours everyday in order to conserve energy. Everyday there was a different schedule for power shutdown by the city. This is not the hotel’s fault. Home-cooked meals in their restaurant and free use of their bicycle came in handy. I highly recommend this property.

The overall impression of the hotel is good. Clean rooms, delicious food, nice pool which unfortunately was closed. The one thing I should mention about is a ln air conditioner. It blew right on the bad and I wished it was on the other side of the room. Good and responsive stuff by the way. I felt myself very comfort there. Thanks Heruni for helping with WiFi situation

As airport hotels go this is a gem! Lovely pool area, large rooms and bathrooms. Felt quite like a boutique property. However, what stood out for me was the staff they could not have been nicer and more accommodating, from the manager to the waiters and waitresses. Also food was lovely, a great last night of our holiday!

One of the most refreshing experience . Good staff wth great service . Rooms were so clean and neat. Food also delicious . pool also very clean and they have a beautiful garden to take some beautiful memories Highly recommended for a vacation .

My favorite parts were how welcoming the employees were, how big the swimming pool is, and how good the rooms were.

Enjoyed staying, the pool, and garden. Late checkout was at a fair price. Will be happy to stay again.

we stay one day in the guest house and spend a very comfortable day there. we have one boy which six years old and he loved the place and have good memory and good experience playing with with local boy.

Kamal and the staff were very accommodating and helpful and the chef prepared an incredible rice and curry buffet, served in traditional woven plates, clay pots and banana leaves and all my favourite dishes - gottukola sambol from the hotel garden itself, mango curry, bean curry, chicken curry, carrot papadam ...probably one of the best rice and curry lunch buffet I have had and I lived in Sri Lanka for 5 years. I even mentioned that I would have liked to eat banana flower curry (kehel muwa) and the chef overheard and made it for us in the evening as a surprise! The hotel even kindly organised some paper printouts for us, allowed friends and family to join us in the pool for our last day in Sri Lanka before relocating overseas and made our last day very special and memorable. This will definitely be our go to place once we return for our holidays.

Staff was so friendly and welcoming. It felt like a true home away from home. Very nice property design and decorations. Loved all the plants and birds.

Petit hôtel sympa belle piscine affaire familiale. Personnel très gentil attentionné. Petit dej copieux. Restaurant simpe mais bonne cuisine . Très bien à l arrivée ou au départ du Sri Lanka. Service chauffeurs excursions et transfert.

Wir hatten einen super schönen Aufenthalt in diesem Hotel das Team hat sich sehr bemüh uns jeden Wunsch zu erfüllen.

Perfect stay near the airport! The owner, Terin, is the best host and made sure we had everything we needed for a great final day in Sri Lanka. The chalets are cute and comfortable and the pool is a nice bonus. We ordered in for dinner and it was tasty and the portions were very generous. The free ride to/from the airport was the main reason we chose this place and it was definitely a nice perk, but everything else about the place was also really great! Also, they allow you to pay with any combination of cash and card so we were able to get rid of all our rupees before we left for the airport and didn’t have to have exact change—what a helpful and thoughtful perk!

Clean and comfy area. I slept like a baby. Terin picked me up at the airport at 3:00 am i the night and welcomed me with cold water (a beer that I refused as I don’t drink) and showed me everything essential that I’ll need for the night / morning as quick as possible so that i can take a rest. The place is very peaceful and even has a small pool to relax (all very clean). I got offered a free breakfast as well.

The place is 5 minutes from the airport, it has a nice pool and lobby area, the host is the kindest thing ever, funny and very friendly. The room is fantastic, private, private bathroom and shower, hot water and comfy beds and pillows. Optional breakfast and dinner! We ordered KFC and ate at the balcony of our room, was really fun experience😁

Host was super helpful - even found the rugby on the telly. Free beer on arrival was also much appreciated. Clean rooms with en-suite, lite breakfast and efficient transfer to airport. Highly recommended. Don’t book for the pool it’s not great and nobody used it while I was there.

Super close to airport & amazing helpful owner. Great little pool to plunge the heat of the day away with a beer. Owner told us of bloody yummy restaurant just around the corner 👌

We loved the villa, had the one by the pool so it felt like it was a private pool. Milan looked after us so well, the place is close to everything but far enough not to hear any noise from the bars, 5 minutes walk to the beach. Great breakfast too and very comfy huge beds. Highly recommended

The Villa, was beautifully presented in a lovely and quiet private, mature garden with a small private pool. The rooms were very spacious and the bed very comfortable. Breakfasts were amazing and personally prepared and served in front of you. A very personalised service. The breakfasts were also very healthy with extensive choice/courses, if you so wished. The Villa is located a short walking distance (5-10 mins) from the beach and a wide range of restaurants, shops etc. If you want local trips the owner will recommend 'Ravi' the local, english speaking tuk tuk driver - use him as he will give you very friendly, interesting excursions and is competitive on price as well. Thanks to everyone for a great holiday!

Sujeewani Villa was the very best accommodation we stayed at during our whole trip. The owner and staff were super friendly. Rooms, Garden and the Pool look exactly like in the pictures. The garden and pool gets maintained almost daily and is in super condition. We booked the One-Bedroom Villa, which comes with a huge entrance room with a kitchen and a little living room area with a couch and a TV. Then you have a very spacious bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, AC and a fan. You have a cupboard and extra space for your luggage. Wifi works super good in the entire villa and also in the garden at the pool. The Sujeewani Villa is super close to the beach, maybe 2-3 minute walk and to a touristic strip with lots of restaurants, shops, etc. The accommodation is at the end of a small street, the gate open 24 hours, so its also quiet at night. The breakfast was nice as well. Nothing to crazy but a good meal to start the day with a lot of fruits, toast or pancakes. The value for money is exceptional.

Everything was beyond perfect. Clean rooms, friendly hosts, great breakfast, nice pool, etc. We had a small issue at the beginning but the host resolved it within a brief moment. We spent the last 2 nights of our holiday in Sri Lanka and could not have been happier. They also offer reasonable priced laundry service which we needed after a stormy travel. My favorite was the Sri Lankan breakfast and of course the pool. We were there during the rain season so we had the pool to ourselves the entire stay. We enjoyed watching birds and chipmunks in a quiet and peaceful environment. There are many places to eat close by and the beach is maybe a 3min walk. We also went for a half day Ayurveda with free pick up & drop off from a poster on one of the walls of the villas. It was the best massage I got in all of Sri Lanka. We will definitely be staying here again next time we visit.

- Beautiful property - Property built around nature and pool - Nice big rooms with air-conditioning and fans - High ceilings in the living areas - Stunning pool with lounge area - Welcoming spacious patios - Extremely helpful host and staff - In quiet area yet close to shops and restaurants * My wife and I stayed at the Sujeewani Villa with our family for a vow renewal/family reunion celebration. It was the perfect place for this event. The property is beautiful and people can feel united if they want or have some privacy in their own villas. Furthermore the staff here is very helpful and even helped us with some of the setting up for our event. The manager/host went out of his way to connect us with people for any extra needs. A special thanks by the way to all the people working here.

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the Belmont and it was just what I needed after three weeks travelling around Sri Lanka. Great location close to lots of restaurants, cafes & shops. The staff were all very friendly. The room was lovely and comfortable with everything needed including a couple of armchairs, and the pool was great. Delicious breakfast served by the pool was a great way to start the day.

A lovely little hotel also offers airport pick up and drop off, which are included in the hotel price. The room and bathroom are nice and clean. Rooms – Spacious and inviting, with the option of a very large bed or twin beds. The mattresses, with a firmness rating of 3.5 out of 5, are designed to ensure you have a restful night's sleep. The rooms also feature a sofa and luggage stand for your convenience. Bathroom – nice bathroom. Shampoo, soap and toilet paper provided. Restaurant – Great food I absolutely enjoyed the meals. There are plenty of choices, and they are freshly made once placing the order. Wi-Fi connection – The hotel had a very good Wi-Fi connection Pool – a small pool is located in this hotel. Staff – Very friendly and helpful staff. I will return to this hotel.

Wow this hotel was just perfect to end our 2 week around Sri Lanka. It is located off main road so no noise but easy to walk to beach and restaurants. We were greeted by the happiest of staff and treated like family. The breakfast is delivered to you in the restaurant while you sit back and enjoy looking over the refreshing pool. The roof top restaurant is amazing, the view is beautiful especially at sunset and the food is delicious and the beers are cold. We could not fault anything here. The rooms are modern, spacious, clean and very comfortable. If you looking for a place to stay before you fly out or after you arrive, this is the one to choose.

Great location and great service. There was a complementary pick-up from the airport included which we were so grateful for after a long journey. The room was very spacious and they took up all our luggage up to the room. Check-in was very quick and so was check-out. The breakfast was really good (we went for Sri Lankan) and they had roti, string hoppers, milk rice with a selection of curries. There was a pool but we didn't get to use it. We wanted a place to crash for 1 night before we made our journey down South of the island.

We liked everything about the Belmont Boutique Hotel. Everything is spotless. The design and decor of the hotel is modern and chic. Our room was spacious and comfortable. The views from the top of the building are great, and we enjoyed eating our dinner up and outside on the 4th floor. The food was delicious and the servings very generous. The swimming pool is beautiful and a privacy screen is lowered if people are in the bar / restaurant, which is really thoughtful. We found all of the staff very attentive and friendly and we really appreciated the free airport transfer. We would stay here again.

What a gem! A lovely hotel in a quiet area but within easy walking distance of the main area and beach. It backs onto the canal with a beautiful swimming pool at the front. We stayed in a deluxe double with pool view and could not fault it. Comfy bed, large room, good air con with large bathroom and hot shower. The pool was sparklingly clean and the area around it lovely. There are chairs and a huge day bed to relax on either overlooking the pool or canal. The owners were lovely and really helpful with good advice. I would highly recommend this hotel.

The staff received us most warmly. Anything you need they will provide. The pool and garden are amazing. The rooms are situated directly at the pool, giving the idea of an Riad. Especially Nalaka was a gracious host. If you want a care free stay in a well kept room and enjoy the pool this is definitely a must stay!

Attractive hotel in Negombo with stylish bedroom and poolside area. The owners were friendly and helpful with things to do and where to eat. I was in need of a break from travelling around and wasn't a fan of the beach so it was really good to have the pool. The pool area was kept clean and nice touches like flowers and buddha statue.

We have just had the most amazing stay at Villa Kapuru. The room was large, clean and had really good water pressure and hot water! The pool was lovely to relax in, the whole place was very clean(had people cleaning to constantly the whole time we were there) and it’s located very centrally, but tucked away down a side street so it’s very quiet. The owner is the kindest person with a heart of gold who went above and beyond to help us-he is also passionate about helping animals which we absolutely loved. He has rescued around 250 cats and 14 dogs in total! There were many friendly cats and two dogs here-who all loved a pat but were polite enough to chill until we approached them. The breakfast was an added bonus-very tasty and lovely to eat by the pool! They own a restaurant down the road called Centella Bistro and we ate there on our last night-I wish we went earlier because it was really nice food. Ive travelled a lot and stayed in hundreds of hotels and this is probably the best one I’ve ever stayed in. I couldn’t recommend this place enough, and I would return to Sri Lanka simply to stay here again.

Really cute and comfortable place to arrive in Sri Lanka, settle and organise your trip :) Villa Kapuru is in Negombo, super close to the airport and walking distance from the main road of the city with restaurants, shops, as well as the beach. The rooms are clean and comfortable, there is a pool to freshen up and the breakfast is very nice, served in the pool-patio area. The staff is really nice and helpful too, I had to send some things over there and there was no problem - thanks a lot!! Also, they have a super nice restaurant in the town: Centella Bistro, so you should check that out too!!

Overview: Negombo Boutique Villa is a charming place with exceptionally friendly staff. It’s the kind of spot that immediately makes you feel welcome. Facilities: The hotel boasts a small but fantastic pool that’s perfect for evening swims. It’s a cozy feature that adds a lot to the relaxing atmosphere of the villa. Recommendation: I highly recommend this villa for couples and for those looking to unwind after a flight. It provides a peaceful retreat that feels both luxurious and intimate, making it an ideal starting point for your journey or a serene getaway to cap off your travels. Conclusion: If you’re seeking a lovely spot with a warm atmosphere, a great pool, and a team that goes out of their way to make your stay special, Negombo Boutique Villa is definitely worth considering.

It’s beautiful, clean and unexpectedly has a small pool to refresh after a long hot day although it is not meant to be a lounge around pool, too small for that. The staff was very serviceable and friendly.

The staff is very nice and will help with any questions you might have. Besides that the room was very nice and clean. Also the having the pool is very nice as it is quite a cool pool to help you cool down.

What a fantastic first night in Sri Lanka. They arranged taxi from the airport and even gave us a temporary room to have a sleep as we arrived at 05:30. The pool is wonderful with a fridge stocked with cold beer and soft drinks right at the reception. Room was huge with a lovely bathroom. View was mega from the balcony. Very comfortable beds. Breakfast was great, with some wonderful curry and sweat breads! They wrapped up the leftovers to take for lunch! Location is spot on. Little shop at the end of the road and a nice 15min stroll to the town and beach (with small kids). The staff are what really makes this place though. So friendly and amazing with small kids. Nothing was too much and we never felt the kids were getting in the way. 2 of the guys sat and read a book with my 2yr old. Made the best hole stay incredibly relaxing! Thanks for the amazing hospitality!!

Wow, what a little gem that we wished we could have stayed longer! We stayed at Negombo Boutique Villa for our last night in Sri Lanka and and it was one of the best we stayed at the whole 3 weeks of our travel throughout Sri Lanka. A short walk to the beach, restaurants for the evening, and other conveniences. From the time of arrival, we felt so welcomed, and nothing was too much trouble for the staff, including organising airport transfers and extending our booking for a late check out. Breakfast was included in our room rate, and wow, we had 2 adults and 2 children, and it was so much food we could have fed another 2 adults. So delicious, and if so, definitely eat breakfast here! The room and facilities, including the pool, offer everything you need and a cool retreat to the 35+ degree heat. Don't even hesitate to book here!

Lovely plunge pool to cool off in, helpful staff and great central yet quiet location

Really loved the room, it was very large and spacious. There was a little mini bar with a good selection of drinks at a reasonable price, the air conditioning was fantastic. Also despite not using it, the pool and pool area looked very lovely and clean. The staff were friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend.

Small and modern hotel with a lovely clean pool. Good sized bedroom with very comfortable bed and a bathroom with plenty of hot water for showering. I loved the open air concept, with plants in the shower area. The staff here are brilliant - so helpful and genuine. They even gave us a lift to a local bar one evening when there was a very heavy storm. The location is great - in a quiet side road only 5 minutes walk from the main beach road. It was very rainy while we were there, and when walking in was difficult due to the roads flooding, it was quick and easy to get a tuk tuk to take us (using Pick Me app).

Such a beautiful property in every way. Brand new, spacious rooms, modern design, comfortable bed, outdoor shower and perfect size swimming pool right in front of the room. The location is also great as it is on a side street of the busy beach road which makes everything within walking distance yet much more peaceful. The helpful and genuine team are the cherry on top and nothing is too much of an ask. Always happy to help in any way they can and they were great with our daughter (4 years). She loved everyone but chef Michael was definitely her favorite and she misses him already!

Our first accommodation in Sri Lanka and to date, probably still the best. The room was perfectly fit for purpose. All the amenities that you need including a mini bar. The outside/inside bathroom is a wonderful experience when the sun shines down as you are showering. The pool, although small, is nice and refreshing after a hot day exploring Negombo. But what really makes this place so special is the staff. All of the lads that work there are phenomenal. Every question we had was answered, and they went out of their way to make our stay an enjoyable one. Thank you again

Villa Taprobane is a family villa with a nice and quiet garden. The house is stunning, with a wooden roof, creating a cozy atmosphere. We stayed at the bigger room,top floor, very big, clean, with ceiling fan and a/c, and a cute balcony facing the garden. The area is quiet,a little bit out of Negombo, but at a walkable distance from a beach that ou can have a long walk,get the local taste of the place and enjoy the sunset (not really swimming there). The owners were super kind and super helpful, excellent service,delicious breakfast homemade and fresh. We spent our first and our last night of our trip,it felt like going back home and sharing experiences with relatives. They also kept our luggage and some valuable stuff we forgot accidently, they took care of us in order to rent a tuk tuk and generally provide all the necessary information 2 female travellers need. We definitely recommend it!

I loved the hospitality of the hosts. From the moment I booked I was supported with all my requests. Amazing stay, I got gluten free and vegan freshly made breakfasts and so much help and support to plan my trips around Sri Lanka! The owner draw a map for me to walk around, she booked my transportations and made my stay wonderful. It was my first stop in Sri Lanka and as a solo travel I found so much care. Plus the villa it’s amazing, the location is perfect, away from the tourist crowd nested in a lovely neighbourhood only 10 mins away from Main Street and shops. I also got to use the bike for free and had a free SIM card on my arrival. Honestly, such a lovely stay. Thank you for everything.

The host is a wonderful and very very helpful person. She also has a big heart and made us feel very welcomed and like being at home. She was up waiting for us till 3am to ensure we got to the hotel all good. She arranged an airport pickup at the very last minute, and kept in touch till we got the taxi. She also gavel us very essential and useful tips on anything we asked. Had it not been for her, we might not be having this wonderful experience in this beautiful country. Please stay a night here, ask about all the ins and outs from a local and have a fantastic experience; meet the locals from day one and not people who are going to ruin your experience.

I just love the place. Both the place and the hosts are truely amazing. The garden and the dining area is absolutely beautiful. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The breakfast served ( I stayed 2 nights on arrival and 4 nights on my return) was so delicious. ( variety of fruit, srilankan pancake, toasts, eggs, omelette, chickpeas, dal). The hosts are so kind, friendly, positive and helpful people. They helped me with parcel related isssues I was facing at the post office. I could also leave my big backpack for three weeks with them. Being there feels home. Whenever I come to Sri Lanka it will be the first place I stay in and the last before leaving. Thank you for a wonderful stay:)

Sharmila and her husband are exeptional hosts. They go really out of their way to make you feel at home. Shampath arranged our licence for the tuktuk and Sharmila is an unbelievable source for any questions you have, travelling in Sri Lanka. We highly recommend Villa Trapobane for your first stop when you come into the country. It is in a safe neigbourhood and the hosts make sure you feel at home. The house is a big beautiful Villa with a nice garden. There are bikes and also a parking place. We also had a very delicious breakfast with them. We absolutly loved it there. Don`t think twice and stay nearer to Negombo center. Villa Trapobane is much quieter and nicer.

The staff were amazing. We didn’t arrive until midnight after a 25 hour trip. Praudeep was there to greet us with a very welcoming cold fruit drink and show us to our room. The shower and room were perfect, clean and basic but with all the necessities. The pool is clean, refreshing and clear. Breakfast beside the pool the next morning was fresh and delicious. Shashi, the manager/owner could not have been more helpful. We left our large cases at the Villa and he arranged for a taxi to take us to Colombo. On our return two days later, although it was late, Praudeep again met us with a cold drink and made us a club sandwich. Leaving the Nature Villa was like leaving family. Shashi, who also doubles as a taxi driver during the day, and his delightful and well spoken 9 year old son, Viyan, drove us to our next destination. It was quite an adventure as I wanted to pick up a certain item from a supermarket. We visited three supermarkets before I found what I wanted. Shashi and Viyan accompanied me to make my task that much easier. We will miss all the staff but look forward to seeing Viyan playing tennis in the Australian Open in 10 years or so.

this is my second time to the nature villa and Great location, beautiful surrounding atmosphere, great staff my favorite is Mr. Shashika ( owner ) he is very kind person and well tour organizer. Most friendly and helpful receptionist and staff ever, lovely and great first impression of cabanas .Everything about the cabanas was exceptional. It was clean, stylish,natural ,roomy with excellent service in where we had dinner. Food was good and great value for money and service was attentive and efficient. Room itself was well equipped,comfortable and cool . I was very pleased with my stay. I hope to be back for a longer visit in the future.swimming pool is my favorite thing from nature villa because it’s looks like a natural pool 🏊‍♀️

Lovely attentive staff. Calm /peacefull area. (Looked to be Next to a church but that was not bothering me at all soundwise.) Nice fresh pool. Nice big pool towels. Lots of green/plants. Good bed and smooth clean sheets. Two showers (one Warm) next to eachother so combined good water pressure. Big room. Fine working Airco. Multiple light options. Muskito nets. Fresh juices and food available during auite some parts of the day. Easy distance to walk to the nice beach and beach bars. Little shampoo/showergel included. Clean. (I slept in two different rooms, one with one bed and one bigger with a queen bed. )

Lovely attentive staff. Calm /peacefull area. (Looked to be Next to a church but that was not bothering me at all soundwise.) Nice fresh pool. Nice big pool towels. Lots of green/plants. Good bed and smooth clean sheets. Two showers (one Warm) next to eachother so combined good water pressure. Big room. Fine working Airco. Multiple light options. Muskito nets. Fresh juices and food available during auite some parts of the day. Easy distance to walk to the nice beach and beach bars.

Lovely attentive staff. Calm /peacefull area. (Looked to be Next to a church but that was not bothering me at all soundwise.) Nice fresh pool. Nice big pool towels. Lots of green/plants. Good bed and smooth clean sheets. Two showers (one Warm) next to eachother so combined good water pressure. Big room. Fine working Airco. Multiple light options. Muskito nets. Fresh juices and food available during auite some parts of the day. Easy distance to walk to the nice beach and beach bars.

Having travelled so much, LimeShine is a great, safe, clean and comfortable place to rest our tired minds and body. The bedroom is so clean and comfortable, sleep came easy. The whole building is so well maintained. The rooms are well lit and everything works so well. The team in the hotel is so amazing and went all out to ensure we are well taken care of. Thanks to Mr. Anton and Miss Anjali plus your professional and friendly staff. We went on a well planned tour along Negomba and learnt more about the city. The English breakfast is nutritious and filling. Supermarket is just opposite the hotel. Super convenient. Thanks! (I accidentally added a pool pic and couldn't delete it.). Even if there is no pool the hotel is close to at least 2 beaches. The important thing I sleep so well in this hotel. Thanks.

All the previous reviews have covered every aspect of this hotel. Remember you’d only use this hotel if you’re in transit so you’d stay one or two nights at the most depending on your flight. There is no swimming pool and just a heads up the local lagoon has no beach with little access. Best place for food is the jazz lounge. Turn left at the main road about 400 m walk till you see the big blue roller door sign and it’s across the road. Staff at the hotel only too happy to help with any aspect or problem. We paid 2000LKR arranged by the hotel for transport to the airport which took about 5 to 10 minutes.

The property was in a great location, close to the beach and shops/restaurants. Though small, the pool area was lovely and breakfast was pleasant.

Such a lovely hotel we had a wonderful welcome on arrival. Cold flannel and juice just what we needed after a long journey. The staff were there on hand to show us around and help with our bags to our room. The rooms are clean and well equipped for everything you need. Air conditioning and ceiling fan were quiet and definitely a plus and kept us lovely and cool. We had a balcony overlooking the front of the hotel with a street view and side sea view. The staff are so helpful and booked all are transport needs from the airport, plus tuk tuk rides to the shopping mall and our transfer to our next hotel on the coast. Our driver was very professional, friendly and a safe driver. We met the owner and manager of this small hotel and they work really hard to ensure you have the most stress free stay at Limeshine hotel. Thank you to all the staff in the restaurant and reception you made our first night in Sri Lanker so wonderful.

I recently stayed at this hotel and I'm absolutely delighted! The hosts are incredibly warm, and the service is excellent. Even with a late check-in, I was able to get something to eat, and when I had to leave early, they provided breakfast for me. Now that's what I call customer service! The hotel is very clean, and the decor is fantastic. You can tell that a lot of heart has been put into this place. I used the hotel as a transit hotel before my return flight, and it was a perfect ending to my trip. I can wholeheartedly recommend this hotel and would come back in a heartbeat. Thank you for the wonderful stay and the great coffee :) Greetings from Austria!

- Bedrooms were spacious and clean with aircon - Beds were comfortable - Shower was hot and had ok pressure - Breakfast was by the water with mosquito repellent available if needed - Breakfast tray was delicious and very filling - eggs, fruit, tea/coffee, breads, muffins - Lovely clean pool although I didn’t swim. Pool best for a dip as on the smaller side. - Airport shuttle was on time (middle of night) and easy to organise - Shortish walk to the Negombo beach and some great eating places. - Quiet location - Mineral water available to refill water bottles was greatly appreciated. - Staff are helpful. - I joined up with one of the other visitors for a Tuk Tuk tour of Negombo. It was great value and really enjoyable.

This guesthouse is an oasis of calm with a lovely small swimming pool and garden. The rooms are spacious and clean, the pool is lovely and the family owners are kind and helpful

Everything was very good. The location of the place is great, you can go for a walk and find many restaurants. It's also a very quiet place, which is perfect to get out of the noisy city. We stayed at this hotel two times. First night of our 24 days trip and the last one, and it was the perfect decision. The also have a nice swimming pool, but we didn't use it. The breakfast was amazing, it's served on a terrace above the dutch canal so you can enjoy the incredible view. We saw like 5-6 water monitors and many birds while we were having breakfast. Truly nice place to stay with very nice people. The also offer transfer from the airport to the hotel. Both rooms we had were super clean, big, very comfortable bed, and with air conditioner.

Negombo, being close to the airport, was where we spent our first night in Sri Lanka and this guest house was perfect for us to recover from the long travel days. Friendly manager and staff, easy check-in and helpful advice, nice pool to cool off in after a hot afternoon and a great breakfast sitting next to the canal. The room was very spacious, which facilitated to repack and organize all our belongings. The sound of the birds, the many plants around the property, and the cats napping under the deck chairs made me smile.

The owners were very welcoming, even though we arrived at 6 am, they took us in and gave us a welcome drink, later they gave us local recommendations. The pool was nice and refreshing. Breakfast was rich and very tasty, we were sitting by a river. You could hear birds singing all around the resort, which added to the nice and serene atmosphere. The room was clean and comfortable. We would definitively stay again.

A great place to relax before or after a long flight. The pool is small but fun, in a nice little garden, and the rooms, restaurant and pool area are very thoughtfully appointed. Breakfast and other meals were at cost, but well-prepared and with good value and variety.

Our room was spacious, very comfortable and well equipped. The range of facilities, such as swimming pool, library, minibar, was impressive. The pool was very welcome on a scorching hot day. The staff were helpful in arranging taxis and tuktuks for us.

Food and italian coffee were excellent, as was the salt water pool (a welcome relief from all the other highly chlorinated pools we'd experienced in SL). Spatious room and bathroom, very comfortable for a post or pre flight stay.

Great spot to stay near the airport. We loved using the (very clean) swimming pool, spa and pool table. Really easy spot to relax and staff very helpful. Amazing breakfast available and good dinner options. Bit further from the beach and main shops requiring a tuk tuk but still accessible. Very easy airport transfer.

Pool Garden Room Shaggy Pool table Peaceful environment

As soon as you walk through the doors you are taken to a little oasis. Lovely facilities, rooms were modern and clean. We had lunch and dinner at the restaurant - which was amazing food and service. Surprised us. Nice pool and as we had an early flight the next day, the hotel arranged a taxi for us. Excellent location for the airport. Would definitely be back. Nice swimming pool too.

Probably the cleanest bathroom for our whole Sri Lanka trip and the room was also clean and tidy. Everything you need for a short stop before or after a flight. They even had all the pay tv channels to keep us entertained for the evening. I used the pool and they supplied pool towels, would be very refreshing after a long flight. The free airport transport is what made us book this hotel, and it was a taxi van at whatever time you needed it. Two big water bottles supplied and big water bottles at a reasonable price from the restaurant too. We didn't eat here, instead we got pick me delivery.

Food was very good . Beautiful courtyard hotel , very green with nice pool close to the Airport . Nice to be in a one level hotel not a big block ( our personal choice !) You can sit outside your room or right by the pool. Staff very courteous and helpful . Check in/out very smooth.

The restaurant had a good selection of food on the menu, large room and comfortable bed. We used the pool which also had a smaller toddler/kids pool. All staff were very friendly and helpful. Good location for the airport

We stayed one night before we left to the airport. When you leave in the middle of the night, you want to be sure, that everything goes well with your ride. With the first moment we entered the property I was sure that everything will be perfect. Very supportive staff, 24h reception, nice big and clean rooms. Of course you can hear the airport, but it was not very loud. We enjoyed the pool and had a perfect and absolutely punctual pick up to the airport. Just a 5 minute ride.