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Our top choices for Gelanigama hotels

An aerial view of a resort with a large swimming pool, multiple buildings, and a beachfront.

1. The Blue Water - Geoffrey Bawa Heritage Resort Hotel

The Blue Water - Geoffrey Bawa Heritage Resort Hotel
4.5 star property
Wadduwa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (119 reviews)
"Nice relaxing place and service staff is very helpful."
Canada
Ruwani C. De Alwis
The price is CA $186
CA $250 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
The Blue Water - Geoffrey Bawa Heritage Resort Hotel
A hotel with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

2. Turyaa Kalutara

Turyaa Kalutara
4.0 star property
Wadduwa
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (32 reviews)
"NEED TO LOOK AFTER CLEANLINESS ,CHEF FOOD YUMMY,"
American Samoa
Muhammadhu shihan
The price is CA $82
CA $107 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Turyaa Kalutara
A modern lounge with a curved seating arrangement, a central table with a bottle and glasses, and a large window offering a view of the sea and distant land.

3. ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo

ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo
5.0 star property
Kompannaweediya
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (169 reviews)
"I stayed one night at the hotel the room was very clean and nice. The hotel staff was excellent and friendly."
United States
Manouri
The price is CA $227
CA $305 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo
Pool

4. Tangerine Beach Hotel

Tangerine Beach Hotel
4.0 star property
Wadduwa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (105 reviews)
"My family love every thing about this place "
United Kingdom
Dillon
The price is CA $108
CA $142 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Tangerine Beach Hotel
An outdoor covered patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a view of a building in the background.

5. Grand 7 Hotel - Thalawathugoda

Grand 7 Hotel - Thalawathugoda
3.0 star property
Thalawatugoda
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13 reviews)
"Excellent staff. Comfortable rooms. Could do with a little reno on the rooms and bath rooms as they are a little dated."
Canada
Lalith
The price is CA $40
CA $53 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Grand 7 Hotel - Thalawathugoda
A dining area with a table set for two, surrounded by wooden chairs, under a thatched roof with hanging lanterns.

6. Avani Kalutara Resort

Avani Kalutara Resort
4.5 star property
Kalutara
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (88 reviews)
"From the very beginning the staff were super friendly and accommodating. The room was clean and modern, and the bed was very comfortable. The pool area was as clean and the staff nice and friendly. "
Australia
Geoffrey
The price is CA $205
CA $272 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Avani Kalutara Resort
A swimming pool with a view of the ocean and a cityscape in the background.

7. Mirage Colombo Hotel

Mirage Colombo Hotel
4.0 star property
Wellawatte
7.8 out of 10, Good, (75 reviews)
"Good place to stay near airport. "
Canada
Kandiah
The price is CA $66
CA $86 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Mirage Colombo Hotel
A terrace with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

8. Club Waskaduwa Beach Resort & Spa

Club Waskaduwa Beach Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Wadduwa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (24 reviews)
"Hotels was new and good but the facilities was not ready like spa and some resturant and rooftop."
European Union
Motaz
The price is CA $99
CA $107 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Club Waskaduwa Beach Resort & Spa
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall palm trees and a clear sky.

9. Mermaid Hotel & Club

Mermaid Hotel & Club
4.0 star property
Wadduwa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (72 reviews)
"Staff were so lovely and welcoming and resort was great. "
United Kingdom
Emma
The price is CA $163
CA $214 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Mermaid Hotel & Club
The entrance of Hotel Sapphire with a modern design, featuring a glass facade, a welcoming reception area, and potted plants.

10. Hotel Sapphire

Hotel Sapphire
3.5 star property
Pamankada West
7.6 out of 10, Good, (144 reviews)
"Very clean help and friendlyfood nice and good service"
United Kingdom
Ariaratnam
The price is CA $48
CA $63 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Hotel Sapphire
A pool area with a stone wall, a wooden bench, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

11. Aathma Colombo House

Aathma Colombo House
4.0 star property
Rajagiriya
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"More like a family home."
United Kingdom
Peter
The price is CA $127
CA $164 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Aathma Colombo House
A wooden deck with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a pool, and palm trees.

12. The Villas, Wadduwa

The Villas, Wadduwa
3.5 star property
Wadduwa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Wonderful hideout.. not too far from Colombo, and nice pool good for wvwn a large family or corporate event"
Singapore
Rushdi
The price is CA $113
CA $148 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
The Villas, Wadduwa
A rooftop infinity pool with a view of the city and ocean.

13. Anarva Mount Lavinia

Anarva Mount Lavinia
3.5 star property
Mount Lavinia
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (109 reviews)
"The staff is great"
Canada
John
The price is CA $64
CA $84 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Anarva Mount Lavinia
Outdoor pool

14. Royal Palms Beach Hotel

Royal Palms Beach Hotel
4.0 star property
Wadduwa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (90 reviews)
"Very helpful friendly stay, nice hotel with great facilities!"
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
The price is CA $130
CA $171 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Royal Palms Beach Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

15. Nilo Lanka Hotel

Nilo Lanka Hotel
2.5 star property
Makumbura South
The price is CA $42
CA $50 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Nilo Lanka Hotel
A group of people performing yoga on mats on a sandy beach with a hotel in the background.

16. Citrus Waskaduwa

Citrus Waskaduwa
4.5 star property
Wadduwa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (65 reviews)
"Citrus Waskaduwa is well located along the coast not far from two main cities of Kalutara & Panadura. Star quality hotel with extremely friendly staff 👌 "
Australia
Anonymous traveller
The price is CA $176
CA $231 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Citrus Waskaduwa
A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and a view of the ocean.

17. Radisson Hotel Colombo

Radisson Hotel Colombo
4.0 star property
Bambalapitiya
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (633 reviews)
"The scenery was very nice."
Japan
Jun
The price is CA $94
CA $126 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Radisson Hotel Colombo
A pathway leading to a wooden structure with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

18. Reef Villa & Spa

Reef Villa & Spa
5.0 star property
Wadduwa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and helpful, and the food in restaurant was excellent! The hotel interior was outstanding to the details, really special. "
Sweden
Mats
The price is CA $173
CA $227 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Reef Villa & Spa
A multi-story hotel with illuminated signage, a street view, and a cityscape in the background.

19. GSH Colombo

GSH Colombo
3.5 star property
Wellawatte
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (262 reviews)
"Good"
Australia
Kurt
The price is CA $63
CA $83 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
GSH Colombo
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

20. Berjaya Hotel Colombo

Berjaya Hotel Colombo
4.0 star property
Mount Lavinia
7.2 out of 10, Good, (119 reviews)
"Right next to a train station. Sleep is not easy."
United States
Samuel
The price is CA $81
CA $95 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Berjaya Hotel Colombo
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Compare top hotels in Gelanigama

An aerial view of a resort with a large swimming pool, multiple buildings, and a beachfront.

The Blue Water - Geoffrey Bawa Heritage Resort Hotel

4.5 star property
Wadduwa
View
A hotel with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

Turyaa Kalutara

4.0 star property
Wadduwa
View
A modern lounge with a curved seating arrangement, a central table with a bottle and glasses, and a large window offering a view of the sea and distant land.

ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo

5.0 star property
Kompannaweediya
View
Pool

Tangerine Beach Hotel

4.0 star property
Wadduwa
View
An outdoor covered patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a view of a building in the background.

Grand 7 Hotel - Thalawathugoda

3.0 star property
Thalawatugoda
View
8.4
Very good
119 reviews
8.0
Very good
32 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
169 reviews
8.4
Very good
105 reviews
8.8
Excellent
13 reviews
The price is CA $186
CA $250 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
The price is CA $82
CA $107 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
The price is CA $227
CA $305 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
The price is CA $108
CA $142 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
The price is CA $40
CA $53 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
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  • Yes, Pool
  • Yes, Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
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  • Yes, Pool
  • Yes, Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
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  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • Yes, Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
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  • Yes, Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • Yes, Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
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Top Gelanigama Hotel Reviews

Galle Face Hotel

Galle Face Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"A beautiful characterful hotel with lovely staff. Lots of history. It's worth visiting their museum. The pool was very welcome as the sea is not safe to swim in here."
Suzanne 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Galle Face Hotel

More cheap stays in Gelanigama

Metro Marine Drive Hotel

Metro Marine Drive Hotel

32 Jaya Rd Colombo WP
The price is CA $29 per night from Nov 14 to Nov 15
CA $29
CA $34 total
Nov 14 - Nov 15
includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Gelanigama?
The best area to stay in Gelanigama is along the beachfront, particularly near the main strip of hotels and resorts.

This area is the heart of tourist activity in Gelanigama, offering direct access to the Indian Ocean. The main road, Beach Road, runs parallel to the coast and is where you'll find a concentration of dining options, shops, and activity centres. The layout is quite straightforward, making it easy to navigate on foot or by tuk-tuk.

Couples often find this area ideal for a relaxing and indulgent escape. Many resorts here offer private beach access, spa facilities, and fine dining experiences right by the water. You can enjoy strolls along the sand, watch the sunset, and easily access excursions like boat trips.

For families, staying in this beachfront zone is also highly convenient. Resorts often feature swimming pools, children's clubs, and a variety of family-friendly activities.
When is the best time to go to Gelanigama?
The best time to go to Gelanigama is during the dry season, which runs from December to March.

During these months, you can expect plenty of sunshine and minimal rainfall, making it ideal for exploring the area's natural beauty and enjoying outdoor activities. The weather is consistently pleasant, with comfortable temperatures, great for relaxing on the beach or visiting the nearby cultural sites.

For those looking to enjoy water sports or simply spend their days by the ocean, the calm seas and clear skies of the dry season are perfect. This period also coincides with many local festivals, offering a chance to experience the island's unique traditions.

If you're planning a trip focused on wildlife viewing, particularly in the nearby national parks, the dry season is also preferable.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Gelanigama.
How much is the nightly rate at a Gelanigama hotel?
Prices for hotels in Gelanigama often vary, but you can find a great deal from CA $34 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.