Ward No. 1,9th Mile Post, 31010 Nilaveli, Sri Lanka
#8 of 16 hotels in Nilaveli
Guests' ChoiceBased on 28 hotel reviews
8.3Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.1
Facilities
8.3
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.2
Free WiFi
7.5
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Reviewed: 11 June 2024
Anton
DenmarkIt is getting really hot and also a bit dark in their cabanas.
We really liked the place and the location. The swimming pool was really nice. The staff was good and helpful.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 11 April 2024
Carola
Italyroom was to hot but my fault cause i booked one with No AC
the staff was super available - I had a really late check in and check out. I really appreciate their kindness in everything. it’s a really quiet place so perfect for relaxing and for family time. Owners were locals, which I think is really important to consider when booking an hotel (helping their community).
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Niamh
IrelandStaff were very helpful
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 19 March 2024
Alan
United KingdomI went for a cabana with no a/c...entirely my fault. Slept with door open and fan on to keep cool. If you have issues with heat, book an a/c room.
Excellent pool, good food, very helpful staff. I'd loved to have stayed longer. Pool was my reason for booking here, as I love to swim laps. Its big enough to get a good swim, and as accommodation is quiet I had the pool to myself.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 February 2024
Rumiana
BulgariaEverything except the pool, it wasn’t clean
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 17 January 2024
Anjukan
IrelandThe pool and beach front weren't the cleanest (but this might be because we were there in the off season). A lot of plastic pollution on the beach which is so sad. We changed from a cabana to the chalet as the cabana was short on natural light and had more mosquitoes around.
A lovely hotel with a big garden and swimming pool in Nilaveli right by the beach. Breakfast was amazing and different each day (we went for local options). The staff were very friendly and accommodation (Thank you especially to Prashanth). We stayed in the chalet room which was closer to the pool and had a nice terrace.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 29 August 2023
Jude
United KingdomThe pool wasn’t cleaned enough. All they need to do is keep focus on more people cleaning it more often as there are trees near by and leaves fall in etc. it certainly is nothing to worry about it’s just I like a swimming pool to be immaculate and I think this is important for any hotel. Plus we saw other hotels with pools where it looked like no one had cleaned them so on the whole this one was pretty good.
The location was amazing. You cannot beat it. The pool was lovely and the rooms were huge and very clean with stunning view of the sea and beach. The staff were so amazing, helpful, polite, hard-working and kind.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 17 August 2023
Rai
IndiaDelayed in check in say 16:30 that do after pushing. No toiletry Getting a towel was difficult
The room is nicely clean and with an outside seating area. The washrooms are also big and clean Food quality is good and responsible price Night seating on the beach is good for dinner. Provided welcome drink. Better for long term stay. Difficult for short stay Only cash payment
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 16 August 2023
William
United KingdomWe arrived to be told the specification of room we had booked wasn’t available. The alternative room wasn’t even ready despite us arriving 2 hours after check in and was sub standard-ripped meshing in the toilet, windows wouldn’t lock and it was a ground floor room so a security issue. We were told by the owner that we would be recompensed via a discount. When we came to check out, the owner reneged on this and tried to charge the full amount citing some nonsense about not being able to locate us to speak to us about cancelling the booking.com- I pointed out we were at the beachfront of the property, the pool and breakfast area every day. Breakfast was limited. We found there are better alternatives very close by- I would recommend looking into them. A sheepskin coat would have completed the amazing del-boy impersonation.
Location was excellent, on the superb beach. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 4 August 2023
Polona
SloveniaBathroom in cabana needs some tlc.
The place is really nicely located...the beach is superbe, staff are great, but not enough to manage the place. So be patient and enjoy the sea breeze and take it easy. At the end it is great, lovely dogs run around, Pradesh goes iver and beyond to fulfil all the wishes.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 25 July 2023
Andrew
United KingdomRoom feels slightly unfinished- light fittings missing on wall etc and a phone to speak to reception would be useful though not essential. Food could be improved and pool cleaned a little more of leaves and insects.
Excellent location, staff and facilities. Food was ok. Staff member Arunpradash, I think his name was, was marvellous. Wonderful swimming pool and beautiful garden.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 2 June 2023
Catrina
United KingdomThe staff are absolutely lovely, will go above and beyond to make sure you're comfortable and have everything you need. The restaurant food is great and very affordable. Great location on the beach.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 24 March 2023
G
GermanyI was before the season opening, still things to maintain, also in the room, without ac very hot in room, smell in bathroom, Breakfast could have been better. notice: No shops or atm.. in walkable distance
Directly at the beachfront, outdoor showers, spacious room with nice view, comfy bed, good for swimming, sun bed .. got Room update :-), clean sheets
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 4 March 2022
Andrew
United Kingdom.The hot water is derived from solar. Due to the overcast weather, there was no hot water during my stay.There was no wifi in my room but the owner, kindly stopped up my phone data! Nilavelli beach was the most polluted beach I have ever visited! I have never seen so much plastic and glass rubbish on a beach anywhere. This is a huge environmental concern! The area is known for its marine life including whales feeding off shore. The sea must be filled with micro plastics.. I know that the bigger hotels clear their bit of the beach once the tourist season really gets underway but people should know what is allowed to enter the sea the rest of the year. Having travelled for a day to get to this beach myself and another French couple left saddened and disgusted by the condition of the beach.
The room was large, well appointed and clean With a nice balcony.
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Isuru
United KingdomEverything else. Toom any mosquitos and basic facilities
Pool
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 March 2024
Ellen
CanadaNothing
High Park hotel exceeded all of my expectations. We had booked a cabana but were given an upgrade to a room with a balcony. The grounds are beautifully maintained as well as the pool which is huge. The beach out front is beautiful and lounge chairs are provided. The breakfast is super with a choice of western or Sri Lankan. All of the food at the restaurant has been delicious and very well priced - less than at the nearby beachfront restaurants. But what is the most exceptional is the staff. Your wish is their command.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 February 2024
Marianna
RussiaTo clean more often, No hot water in the shower, it looks like it comes from solar energy so it's not enough Very hot in non AC rooms
Very nice and quiet place,beatiful garden and territory, birds chirping, awesome friendly stuff Very recommended for Travellers looking for a nice place close to sea (nature )and far from urbanization, silent and calm
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 25 February 2024
Nadine
PortugalThe only suggestion would be a mosquito net over the bed.
The staff is so kind and attentive, there was always someone tending to the garden, preparing a chair at the beach for you, felt very well looked after. Also, I was confused by the comments, but I really feel like it was a good value for money. The breakfast was very good. I also had dinner there once and really enjoyed the prawn curry. The bungalow was nice and clean. During the day it was hot inside, but at night it was confortable with the fan.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 6 October 2023
Jasmin
SwitzerlandSuper lovely people. Nice place with a beautiful beach. Delicious food and comfortable rooms. Thanks a lot!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 7 August 2023
Marcato
ItalyThe hotel is too expensive, it doesn’t deserve all the money. The price is the same of an up level hotel even if it is not, altought it is well structured. Also the service is poor compared to the price.
The location, it is on the beautiful beach of Nilaveli. The waiter is very kind.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 5 August 2023
Anna
UkraineNo toiletries. Overworked staff, one male staff has to do all the work. The owner didn’t let our driver sit in the restaurant to wait for us. Breakfast is as bad. Pool wasn’t clean.
It’s on the beach.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 17 July 2023
Shuang
Chinaexcellent!amazing pool with big coconut trees, so my baby can play in the pool for a long time! friendly staffs, nice food, we can have dinner on the beach! everything is surprised. this is the best hotel in our travelling.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 5 February 2024
Dilshan
Sri LankaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 5 May 2023
Rafael
Saudi ArabiaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in May 2023
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