Riff Hikkaduwa

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5.0 star property
9.8

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Beachfront sanctuary in Hikkaduwa

Stunning sea views captivate from the rooftop restaurant where live music accompanies sunsets. The infinity pool offers beach access with loungers and attentive service. Guests can retreat to the full-service spa after exploring the nearby coral reef.

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  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A modern bedroom with a bed, sofa, and a wooden coffee table.

Design Suite, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 893 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a ceiling fan, and a view of palm trees.

Junior Suite, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 636 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean.

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet
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About the area

Located in Hikkaduwa, Riff Hikkaduwa is on the beach. Galle Fort and Galle Lighthouse are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hikkaduwa Beach and Hikkaduwa Coral Reef. Hikkaduwa National Park and Dutch Reformed Church are two other places to visit that come recommended. Scuba diving, snorkeling, and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Thiranagama travel guide
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870 Colombo - Galle Main Road, Hikkaduwa, Southern, 80240

What's nearby

  • A beach with palm trees and thatched-roof huts under a cloudy sky.
    Narigama Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A coastal town with a prominent white church, a lighthouse, and a rocky shoreline.
    Galle Fort
    19 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Ratgama Lake
    19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Hikkaduwa Coral Reef
    5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Hikkaduwa Beach
    6 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)
    120 min drive

Restaurants

  • Burger Bar
    2 min drive
  • Sam's Bar
    2 min drive
  • Sunbeach Hotel
    18 min walk
  • Heaven Restaurant
    19 min walk
  • Tiki Burger
    19 min walk

About this property

Riff Hikkaduwa

  • Luxury hotel near Hikkaduwa Coral Reef
  • Located close to Hikkaduwa Beach and Hikkaduwa National Park, Riff Hikkaduwa provides free full breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sun loungers. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a massage, a manicure/pedicure, or a facial. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to 2 coffee shops/cafes and a garden, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • An outdoor pool
    • Free self parking and valet parking
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance
    • Barbecue grills, free newspapers, and beach towels
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
    • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
    • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free covered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Culinary
  • Japanese Restaurant
  • Lobby Bar
  • Rooftop Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 24-hour pool access
  • Books
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2018
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This is a certified Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 property. Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 is a health and safety certification issued by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 110
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 65 (from 4 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 120
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 75 (from 4 to 11 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 120 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

24-hour pool access
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility, and guests under 5 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision

Frequently asked questions

Does Riff Hikkaduwa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

How much does it cost to stay at Riff Hikkaduwa?

As of Oct 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riff Hikkaduwa on Oct 13, 2026 start from CA $181, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Riff Hikkaduwa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Riff Hikkaduwa?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Riff Hikkaduwa?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Riff Hikkaduwa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 120 per vehicle applies.

Where is Riff Hikkaduwa located?

Nestled on the beach, this Hikkaduwa hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Hikkaduwa Coral Reef, Hikkaduwa National Park, and Hikkaduwa Beach. Dutch Reformed Church and Galle Fort are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Riff Hikkaduwa Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 101 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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The Riff is a beautifully designed hotel, immaculately maintained and wonderfully organised. The staff are warm, friendly, and attentive, the food is absolutely delicious, and the location is perfect. We have loved our stay and can’t wait to return!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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best hospitality, cheerful and smiling staff. chef was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A beautiful boutique hotel that makes for a wonderful haven from the chaos on the streets. Beautiful rooms, restaurants, pool and facilities. Food at both restaurants great and the rooftop Japanese restaurant was magnificent. Would definitely return to this hotel and recommend it to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really enjoyed this hotel. Great service and atmosphere!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great service and stuff, very good room and view, great restaurant with awesome breakfast and dinner options. Overall, very enjoyable to stay, almost perfect experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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This place is absolutely beautiful. Literally right on the beach. Fantastic resort to just relax and unwind. The F&B was excellent. Staff were friendly. Breakfast was good quality.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Gorgeous view

Beautiful clean beachfront hotel Japanese restaurant on top floor is fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great property and staff! Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly service and great souvenir
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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From the moment you walk in the hotel is immaculate and the staff are there for your every need. We were upgraded to a suite and it is the nicest room I have ever stayed in. For reference I have travelled all over the world. The beach area is perfect for lounging in their loungers or taking a dip in the ocean with a perfect sandy bottom. The food is fantastic and the beds are softer than most that I stayed in around Sri Lanka. The hotel is five stars all the way and can’t recommend it enough. Great sunsets as well. Cheers
From the balcony of the suite.
The sitting area in the suite
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Riff is a serene bubble in Sri Lanka. Beautifully designed, well maintained, with very good restaurants (that appeal to western travelers if they prefer non Sri Lankan food), the staff is friendly and supportive. I highly recommend the spa that is part of a small network of balinese facilities in Sri Lanka. The pool and beach integration is very good with miles of walkable sand in each direction. The sea itself in March was pretty dangerous so I focused on the very nice pool. I highly recommend Riff.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really lovely property in the quieter and more upmarket end of Hikkaduwa. Fantastically friendly staff, a beautiful pool and modern, well maintained rooms. Dining options were top notch and surprisingly affordable for a 5 star hotel. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Magic stay at Riff Hikkaduwa

Super nice hotel and rooms. Friendly helpful staff and great roof terrace with a great japanese restaraunt. Magic.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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very clean facility, food was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Best hotel

Very nice stay in this hotel, staff is very professionnal and helpful, rooms are wonderful. The food is very healthy and tasty. A great variety, included japanese. A wonderful swimming pool, and spa and massages service. I strongly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Our little family had an amazing stay at Riff. The beach is beautiful, rooms are good (the cleaning of the rooms is super!), food is delicious! You can hear the waves from the ocean which is so nice to fall asleep to. You can go see the turtles and Turtle beach (5 minute Tuk Tuk), and snorkling. The staff is incredible and our 7 month baby Charlie was so well taken care off (they even fixed food for her!). Special thank to Benischa and the gang in the restaurant, Charlie misses you already! We look forward to visiting again in the future. Kind regards from Charlie and her parents ;)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved it and went back.

This was our second stay on our trip in Sri Lanka as we enjoyed the hotel so much the first time. Lovely comfortable rooms. The hotel staff are extremely friendly and welcoming. We dined in both restaurants and the food was excellent in each one. The rooftop bar has a really nice vibe to enjoy the stunning sunsets/cocktails. Would totally recommend if in this area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel on the beach.

Enjoyed our one night stay at this beach hotel. We had a lovely sea facing room with a balcony . Breakfast was buffet style and had a wide variety of food. The hotel has a small infinity pool and beach loungers with shade. We appreciated being able to order food and drink from the beach. The hotel has a gym and spa and friendly staff. Only slight downside, the hotel is a little out of the main town. Overall, a great place to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic stay at a gorgeous hotel

We had an amazing time at Riff, nothing bad to say about the place. It was extremely comfortable with great service. A fab pool and direct access to the beach. The food was delicious in both the downstairs restaurant and the rooftop restaurant - especially the grilled seafood (lobster and prawns!) and the a la carte breakfast was fantastic. We loved having drinks on the rooftop at sunset every evening, with great views and live music. Felt very spoilt!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The Riff is fabulous as are facilities and particularly the staff were all excellent. Raymond runs a tight ship. When you are in the hotel you could be in any fabulous beach location however once you step outside the door you remember you are in a third world country.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I had a great holiday at Riff Hikkaduwa. The hotel is good but there is room for improvement. Hotel staff are absolutely charming. Everyone is truly friendly and trying to make your stay as good as possible. Location is absolutely stunning right on the beach but not too close. Free breakfast was plentiful and very tasty. Wifi is patchy and laggy. In my room 209 after about 5pm kitchen fumes were coming in, especially when raining. At some point it was quite bad. My guess is their kitchen uses the same ventilation shaft as guest rooms and the wind blows fumes into rooms. Other than that all was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We chose Riff Hikkaduwa as the final stop of our two-week family journey around Sri Lanka, and it was the perfect place to relax, unwind, and finish an incredible trip. From the moment we arrived, we knew we were somewhere special. The hotel’s design and beachfront location are absolutely stunning. Walking into the lobby, you are immediately greeted by a beautiful modern wooden aesthetic, before your eyes are drawn through to the breathtaking view of the infinity pool overlooking the beach and turquoise ocean beyond. It truly creates that instant feeling of luxury and tranquillity. Our deluxe room was exceptional. The beds were incredibly comfortable, the rainfall shower was amazing, and the thoughtful touches of robes and slippers added to the experience. However, the highlight was opening the automatic blinds each morning to reveal the spectacular ocean view — endless blue water, golden sand, and the sound of the waves right outside. The facilities and food throughout the hotel were outstanding. The rooftop Japanese restaurant served beautifully presented, fresh and flavourful dishes, while the main restaurant offered an excellent breakfast and daily menu with every meal being high quality and delicious. What truly made our stay memorable was the staff. Every single person we interacted with — from the front desk team to the restaurant staff and especially our wonderful pool lifeguard — provided genuin
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was a stunning end to my stay in Sri Lanka. Staff couldn’t do enough for you and general manager was around and introduced himself during breakfast. Cocktails and food was great. Breakfast was excellent. So many choices and nothing too much trouble. I can see it may be an issue in high season, but in October there was enough sunloungers at the pool and beach for everyone. Water supplied in room and on the beach/pool areas. WiFi was fast and reliable. Hotel offered turn down service which was a nice touch. Tip try the King Colada! Thank you Banisha for being so friendly and welcoming! <3
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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New very nice hotel

New hotel looks and feels great. Nice staff. Gym could be bigger. They make out being sustainable with lots of carboard use but some of the cardboard is pointless and meant a tree was chopped down for nothing. Then inside the cardboard are plastic products in plastic non-recycleable wrapping. Beach front is great and can have a morning walk or jog along the sea
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024