Title: The Niche by DBI - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=691753194976391168&destination=Hikkaduwa%2C+Galle+District%2C+Southern+Province%2C+Sri+Lanka&selected=101930320&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Niche by DBI ## Photo gallery for The Niche by DBI ![Outdoor pool - The Niche by DBI (Hikkaduwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101940000/101930400/101930320/3a868b8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Garden - The Niche by DBI (Hikkaduwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101940000/101930400/101930320/445a9fc9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds - The Niche by DBI (Hikkaduwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101940000/101930400/101930320/8f0d9a98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - The Niche by DBI (Hikkaduwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101940000/101930400/101930320/c7cdf189.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Niche by DBI (Hikkaduwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101940000/101930400/101930320/30a6a005.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Prices - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services at The Niche by DBI. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry - Outdoor Space ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=101930320&PinnedHotelID=101930320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=101930320&PinnedHotelID=101930320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=101930320&PinnedHotelID=101930320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=101930320&PinnedHotelID=101930320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=101930320&PinnedHotelID=101930320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=101930320&PinnedHotelID=101930320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=101930320&PinnedHotelID=101930320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=101930320&PinnedHotelID=101930320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Lake View Room ![Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101940000/101930400/101930320/8f0d9a98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Lake View Room - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Lake Access Room ![Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101940000/101930400/101930320/9c5f59a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Lake Access Room - Garden view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for 4 Bed Room Lake Front Villa ![Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101940000/101930400/101930320/9c5f59a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 4 Bed Room Lake Front Villa - Lake view - 4 bedrooms - Sleeps 10 - 4 King Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHikkaduwa-Hotels-The-Niche-By-DBI.h101930320.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHikkaduwa-Hotels-The-Niche-By-DBI.h101930320.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Hikkaduwa, The Niche by DBI is near the beach. Ariyapala Mask Museum and Puppet Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Jananandharamaya and Seenigama Temple. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Galle Tennis Club or Galle International Cricket Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Hikkaduwa travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Hikkaduwa.dx691753194976391168) [View more Villas in Hikkaduwa](https://www.expedia.ca/Hikkaduwa-Villas.d691753194976391168-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.13961%2C80.12521&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6xKEIKg5myz8q9ThYFFaI-xBXEs=) Suduwelipotha Estate, Certified School Road, Hikkaduwa, 80240 ### What's nearby - ![Unawatuna, Sri Lanka has most gorgeous tropical beach you could wish for. Located in a small bay so the waves are low and the water nice and warm. There are nice little cafes and restaurants lining the beach and friendly locals who can take you on a boat ride. #beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6154883/157c8ae7-4d2f-4e62-9504-4f49a5f975a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Unawatuna Beach 30 min drive \- 30.4 km - ![The main beach in Mirissa. Some strong waves. Plenty of bars and restaurants to keep you fed and hydrated. Stunning. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348291/05c25a9b-099b-4492-95cf-111d6541845c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mirissa Beach 57 min drive \- 63.5 km - Jananandharamaya 3 min drive \- 3.3 km - Hikkaduwa Beach 4 min drive \- 4.0 km - Hikkaduwa Coral Reef 4 min drive \- 4.0 km ### Restaurants - Kalla Bongo Lake Resort 17 min walk - The Rotty Stop 5 min drive - Friends Indeed 5 min drive - Brother's - Spot 5 min drive - Steffi’s Mandala 6 min drive ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Niche by DBI Along with an outdoor pool, this villa has dry cleaning and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance. All 2 individually decorated villas feature free WiFi and memory foam beds. Comforts include premium bedding and down comforters, and guests will also find private yards and rainfall showerheads. The Niche by DBI offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Memory foam beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. This Hikkaduwa villa provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Recreational amenities at the villa include an outdoor pool. 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On private beach - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews CA $28 CA $37 total includes taxes & fees Mar 28 - Mar 29 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=24378229&PinnedHotelID=24378229&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=101930320&PinnedHotelID=101930320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=101930320,18913908,12281131,100461363,25026495) ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free secured self parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils ### Bedrooms - Down comforter - Memory foam mattress - Premium bedding - Rollaway/extra bed: USD 20 per day ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Games ### Outdoor areas - Charcoal grill - Deck/patio - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area - Terrace - Walkway to water - Yard ### Laundry - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Laundry facilities ### Work spaces - Laptop workspace ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan ### Pets - No pets or service animals ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ### Services and conveniences - Daily housekeeping - Free bottled water - Iron/ironing board - Luggage storage - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service - Virtual front desk ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain climbing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 2 units - Access via exterior corridors - Garden - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 15 ### Check-out Check-out before 12:30 PM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per day ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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 This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as The Niche by DBI Villa The Niche by DBI Hikkaduwa The Niche by DBI Villa Hikkaduwa ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Niche by DBI have a pool? ### Is The Niche by DBI pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Niche by DBI? ### What time is check-out at The Niche by DBI? ### Where is The Niche by DBI located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? 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