870, Thirangama Galle Road, 80240 Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka
#8 of 93 hotels in Hikkaduwa
Guests' ChoiceBased on 324 hotel reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.7
Staff
9.5
Value for money
9.1
Free WiFi
9.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 25 June 2024
Kylie
AustraliaSpa treatments are poor. Had a treatment every day for 3 weeks in Sri Lanka and this was the worst
Hotel and staff are lovely
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 22 June 2024
Katerina
OmanEverything was good
Beautiful room and beautiful view. Very friendly staff
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 21 June 2024
Omesh
United KingdomThe cleanliness and the support of the staff
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 21 June 2024
Ruchica
IndiaNot about the property but the location.. Since we went off season, everything around like cute restaurants, shops are all closed.
Minimalistic & creatively designed. Subtle luxury
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 20 June 2024
Rosalyn
United Arab EmiratesThere is nothing not to like
Absolutely loved my stay. From beginning to end, all of the staff are amazing, so accommodating. I had a room upgrade to an amazing suite (it was low season but still, was very generous of the manager) and the staff from day one till 4 could not have been more invested in my having a great stay. I always book hotels who have an excellent satisfaction score as service is so important to me, and this hotel didn’t let me down at all 👍🏾 In June, you cannot go in the sea as its so rough, but sat on the beach or balcony watching & listening to the dramatic waves is unreal. Food is good. Breakfast plentiful & good options. Did a safari trip & my driver was so lovely & chatty. (I did Yala safari via the hotel, as there are lots of different animals & not just elephants) Overall I had one of the best hotel experiences ever - and I have stayed in many countries as a solo traveller Thank you Riff - I will highly recommend you and hope to visit again.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 19 June 2024
Anthony
United KingdomNothing we stayed in some excellent hotels 6 in total , but the upgrade meant that your hotel was the one we tell our friends about!
We ate very well.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 18 June 2024
Shaun
United KingdomNothing
The staff were amazing. Very friendly and helpful. With great attention to detail. Food was great, breakfast was especially good. Incredible views beside the beach. Best hotel we've been to in sri lanka. Definitely a genuine 5 star hotel. Big thanks to the manager Raymond.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 7 June 2024
Matthias
GermanyPerfect ! Thank you so much
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 5 June 2024
Jonica
United StatesThe gym could use a bit of an update and some equipment needs repair.
This hotel is amazing - the location, the rooms, the pool, the beach, the staff, the restaurants. Cannot recommend enough. Spacious and modern rooms with large bathrooms (with robes provided with I LOVE). Both restaurants offer great food. All of the staff are so friendly! We wanted to stay longer!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Abdulaziz
QatarI liked beds , the beachfront , the pool, the service.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Cheuk
AustraliaGreat design of rooms and the facilities. Exceptional service from hotel and restaurant staff.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Zhibek
KazakhstanThe best stuff ever! Everyone is so nice, friendly, welcoming, kind and professional! Im traveling all around the world every 2-3 months and i haven’t seen such a great service for a long time! They even gifted me presents twice! Also allowed to check-in earlier. Thank you so much! Forever in my heart!
The property is really good! Comfortable, clean and new
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Amanda
GermanyNothing
It’s the second time we came to the Riff and we are again very happy that we chose this beautiful hotel. From management to staff you’ll find kind and helpful people that make this stay even more beautiful. The rooms are very clean and well maintained, the service is great. We enjoyed the food from breakfast to dinner and really appreciate the options of traditional and authentic Sri Lankan dishes on the menu.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Evgenii
RussiaYou can’t swim in the sea, big waves, close to the road, poor sound insulation
clean, nice staff
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Bümin
TurkeyEverything is perfect, food is amazing, very clean rooms and hotel, employees is amazing
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Olga
Russia-
Definitely the best hotel we have visited in Sri Lanka! Staff are amazing, kind and careful. Beautiful room view and from the rooftop restaurant. Also highly recommend sashimi at the rooftop restaurant and prawns avocado in lobby restaurant☺️ we definitely will back again
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Diana
LithuaniaWe just loved everything about this place! The location, the pool, the food, the staff were just incredible! Had such a great and relaxing time here ☺️
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 3 May 2024
Sina
SwitzerlandI liked everything except some of the staff. The welcoming was a bit rough, the staff wasn’t really welcoming.
Lovely design Rather clean Great location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Corey
United Arab EmiratesOne very small criticism would be the blind in the bathroom would be better off as two blinds rather than one for easy access, in and out.
Our whole experience was exceptional. From the staff who were caring and attentive, to the delicious, fresh and creative food choices. Location is also excellent. We would 100% recommend staying here.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
M
GermanyNone
Beautiful architecture, excellent service and stunning vuew
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Angela
United KingdomThe room was a little small
Fantastic service and great food
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Jon
AustraliaThe only issue we had was with other guests ‘reserving’ the limited number of loungers near the pool or in the shade. The hotel staff didn’t seem to mind if guests reserved a lounger for hours at a time without using it. In some cases, even leaving the resort property with the lounge chair ‘reserved’ with a towel and a hat. If people just used them when they wanted them, they would always be available. I wish the staff had intervened. This happened every day of our stay, was pretty aggravating. I believe Riff Hotel should revisit their policy on this.
Loved everything about the property. Excellent stay. We will return.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 17 April 2024
Alkatheeri
United Arab EmiratesNothing
All
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Mathias
SwitzerlandThe behavior of some Russian guests.
It's such a beautiful Place. The people there are friendly and like a big family. Especially Benisha, such a lovely women. She has always a smile for you - I hope she will be there when i come back in a year :)
Stayed in April 2024
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