Title: The Icebear Guesthouse - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=602897&destination=Negombo%2C+Western+Province%2C+Sri+Lanka&selected=42175954&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Icebear Guesthouse Ocean views welcome guests at this beachside retreat where waterslides entertain the kids while adults enjoy treats from the coffee shop in this paradise getaway ## Photo gallery for The Icebear Guesthouse ![Exterior detail - The Icebear Guesthouse (Negombo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/404d6964.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property - The Icebear Guesthouse (Negombo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/c8d999fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Double or Twin Room - The Icebear Guesthouse (Negombo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/f40561a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Double or Twin Room - The Icebear Guesthouse (Negombo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/654ebc89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Double or Twin Room - The Icebear Guesthouse (Negombo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/6d4bb643.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Icebear Guesthouse offers pristine beaches and genuine hospitality. Enjoy a massage, join the manager's evening reception on the beach bar terrace, or play volleyball. Relax at the nearby outdoor pool. ## Reviews 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Breakfast available - Business services - Bar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar. 22 - Mar. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=42175954&PinnedHotelID=42175954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=42175954&PinnedHotelID=42175954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar. 23 - Mar. 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=42175954&PinnedHotelID=42175954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=42175954&PinnedHotelID=42175954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar. 27 - Mar. 29](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=42175954&PinnedHotelID=42175954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=42175954&PinnedHotelID=42175954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr. 3 - Apr. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=42175954&PinnedHotelID=42175954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=42175954&PinnedHotelID=42175954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 10 of 10 rooms ### View all photos for Superior Studio Suite ![Superior Studio Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/df850fd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Studio Suite - Sea view - 420 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Deluxe Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/f3ba674c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room - Sea view - 377 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Double or Twin Room ![Comfort Double or Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/f40561a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double or Twin Room 8.0 Very good 1 review - Sea view - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 2 Large Twin Beds ### View all photos for Comfort Double or Twin Room ![Comfort Double or Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/36303d42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double or Twin Room - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Large Twin Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Studio ![Deluxe Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/fe647105.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Studio - Sea view - 334 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Basic Single Room ![Basic Single Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/3059a44b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Single Room - Garden view - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Standard Single Room ![Standard Single Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/ad1cf267.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Single Room - Garden view - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Large Twin Bed ### View all photos for Basic Double Room ![Basic Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/bace881d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review - Garden view - 194 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Single Room ![Comfort Single Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/af67f72e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Single Room - Garden view - 140 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Basic Apartment ![Basic Apartment | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/c3510510.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Apartment - 3 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Negombo travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Negombo.dx602897) [View more Guest houses in Negombo](https://www.expedia.ca/Negombo-Guest-Houses.d602897-aaGuestHouses.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%7C7.22431%2C79.84009&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tcb4Jgyixgjaj80hd4jF-HidomA=) 95 Lewis Place, Negombo., -, Negombo, WP, LK11500 ### What's nearby - St. Sebastian's Church 12 min walk \- 1.0 km - Ave Maria Convent 17 min walk \- 1.4 km - Negombo District General Hospital 3 min drive \- 1.9 km - St.Mary's Church 3 min drive \- 1.9 km - Negombo Beach Park 4 min drive \- 2.2 km ### Getting around - Railway Station Negombo 3 min drive - Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) 24 min drive ### Restaurants - Sameeha Family Restaurant 4 min drive - Amra Leaf 18 min walk - Anzar Hotel 19 min walk - Ceylon Kitchen 18 min walk - Al-Amra Hotel 18 min walk ## About this property ### The Icebear Guesthouse Family-friendly guesthouse near Negombo Beach Take advantage of a beach bar, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace at The Icebear Guesthouse. With a beachfront location, sun loungers, and beach yoga, this guesthouse is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Outdoor pool access nearby along with a waterslide and sun loungers - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - A water park (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and beach umbrellas - Outdoor furniture, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. 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Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Beach volleyball - Beach yoga - Free bicycle rentals - Library - Outdoor pool (guest access) - Playground - Water park - Waterslide ### Family friendly - Access to nearby outdoor pool - Arcade/game room - Children's dinnerware - Children's games - Children's toys - Free supervised activities for children - High chair - Laundry facilities - Playground - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms - Water park (surcharge) - Waterslide ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Free newspapers in lobby - Hair salon - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Beach loungers - Beach towels - Beach umbrellas - Garden - On the beach - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture - Pool loungers - Terrace ### Spa - Massage ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - Mosquito nets - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Champagne service - Cleaning supplies - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Paper towels - Restaurant dining guides ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Electrical adapters - Free weekday newspapers - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Laptop workspace - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, 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 ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 10 for adults, and USD 5 to 10 for children - Airport shuttle fee: USD 4 per vehicle - Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 2 (from 1 to 12 years old) 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit ### Property is also known as The Icebear Guesthouse Negombo The Icebear Guesthouse Guesthouse The Icebear Guesthouse Guesthouse Negombo ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Icebear Guesthouse have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Icebear Guesthouse? ### Is The Icebear Guesthouse pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Icebear Guesthouse? ### What time is check-out at The Icebear Guesthouse? ### Does The Icebear Guesthouse provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is The Icebear Guesthouse located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Icebear Guesthouse Reviews 8.2 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 7.8 Amenities ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy Sep 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very friendly staff, first rate service. If you stay tell the General Manager Cristi, that I will be back soon to take him and his son out for Cheeseburgers and fries. If you meet the owner, give him a Chat he is a great guy. ##### Jeremy Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Chris Jan 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Quiet Negombo stay Very good stay, staff and food were great, the room was fine but the bed could have been a little more comfy/bathroom was austere, so for a first spot after a long long flight the room could have been a little comfier in hindsight for our needs. Great courtyard, easy access to all of Negombo, quiet setting away from any crowds. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/35C20E05CC067CA267B24C2E32E82B7B708E05C81738074551688.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Chris Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### George Dec 8, 2023 #### Ice cool. Great place to stay, right on the beach but handy for other places such as restaurants. Relaxing with friendly and attentive staff. ##### George Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Joseph Sep 24, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Staff friendly and helpful, overall condition of bathroom was pretty poor though. Location is excellent right next to beach, and honestly for the price it’s still pretty competitive. There was quite a lot of bugs in the bathroom though, it was hard for me to look past that. Otherwise I enjoyed the stay in a good location. Bedsheets clean, normal room amenities like coffee/heater/tea. ##### Joseph Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### michael Dec 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Icebear is truely unique. Fine rooms & Its set in a beautiful garden, the beach is right there, Christie & the staff are extremely helpful. You wont belive this place til you see it. It's like what you imagine hotels were like in the olden days, that being filled with character. A joy to stay, relax, unwind, & reflect on a wonderful holiday. ##### michael Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathalie Jan 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Friendly, warm, clean Great greating by the friendly staff of this guesthouse even if I arrived late. They couldn't find my reservation but found me an available room. Nice clean spacious room. The window had a view to a wall in little hallway. Had a good meal at the resto on the porch. Nicely located ditectly on beach. Very nice outdoor space bohemian syle with lots of sitting area. ##### Nathalie Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### T Jan 17, 2024 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Room not ready, A/C didn't work. We didn't stay. The air conditioning for our allocated room had failed. We were offered 2 noisy alternatives off-site. With apologies all round we took our bags without checking in and went to a hotel found by our driver. There the air conditioning in the quiet clean onsite room worked and we checked in there instead. ##### T Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### Keith Mar 27, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities We stayed for one night. The staff were very warm and welcoming. The restaurant food was a good quality. We booked the apartment as we needed the separate beds for children. The apartment is not actually faced into the interior garden, it is accessed from the road at the front. The apartment photos are not representative of the reality. The kitchen was scruffy and not very well maintained. The apartment doesn't have "proper" AC but a noisy stand alone unit that didn't really keep the rooms cool. The courtyard garden is a really nice place to sit and relax so it's a shame the apartment is not really part of the whole vibe. ##### Keith Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sonia Oct 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely gardens and beachfront: a great combination My husband and I spent our last night in Sri Lanka at the Ice Bear. Because it is low season we were the only guests in the house and we got a free upgrade which we much appreciated. The service was great. The room was nice. The shower in the bathroom has an open ceiling and the floor was wet when it rained. To be more eco friendly, the rooms could have screens in the windows and fans so that the AC can be spared. The guesthouse takes only cash as payment. This was a surprise when we checked out but luckily we had just enough cash to cover the bill. We loved the gardens and the quiet atmosphere. ##### Sonia Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Trent Feb 14, 2026 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Was greeted and escorted into a room full of mosquitos! They knew and didn't even attempt to help. There was a net for a single bed but we had a double Couldn't sleep afterany attempts to kill them... ##### Trent Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy Sep 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities See previous review ##### Jeremy Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Jodie Apr 23, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities This place should be removed from Expedia as an option to choose from. We had several COCKROACHES in the kitchen, living room, etc. in fact, they left a bottle of RAID on the kitchen counter. Absolutely disgusting! We could get out of there fast enough. A door to the outside wasn’t even the size of the door frame and had about a 3 inch opening for critters to just get in. No air conditioning either. All around horrid! ##### Jodie Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Max Kurt Oct 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Freundliches, zuvorkommendes und unkompliziertes junges Personal. Die Rezeption war für alle Fragen offen und suchte, wenn sie nicht direkt Antworten konnten, nach Antworten! Die Anlage und das Zimmer waren sauber, alles war Vorhanden. Das Zimmer war zweckmässig eingerichtet. Das moderne Bad komplett ausgerüstet. Der Manager sprach Deutsch und pflegte mit dem Personal einen liebenswürdigen Umgang. ![Schöne, ruhige und zentrale Lage, direkt am Meer gelegene ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/49c72841-8a55-4e6a-97ac-53819377f57a-1759909549290.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Wunderbare Atmosphäre](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/14a6ae69-a33a-497a-8ea5-4b35a393cb1b-1759909545732.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Stimmungsvoll](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/aacd8350-f5f9-4e73-982c-789d8edefc9e-1759909542025.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Feines Essen, flexible Küche](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/8d11915d-53f8-479c-bd78-0261059d5e70-1759909546654.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Max Kurt Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie Mar 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Très agréable guesthouse sur la plage Ce petit hôtel (une dizaine de chambres) est idéalement situé sur la plage de Negombo (moins d'une demi heure). Personnel agréable et serviable, joli jardin en bordure de plage, petite carte au restaurant mais tout est bien cuisiné et savoureux. Notre chambre était spacieuse, propre et bien décorée. En revanche, juste 2 serviettes de toilette de couleur, une savonnette et un tapis de bain ayant connu des jours meilleurs étaient à notre disposition. Cela dit, je recommande cet établissement. ##### Marie Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Niels Laessoe Mar 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place A fantastic place with the most beautiful garden. Great food and all of the staff ever so friendly. The best place to stay when just arrived from the airport or ready to leave Sri Lanka. I highly recommend it ##### Niels Laessoe Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Feb 3, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nostalgie. leuke inrichting en prachtige tuin. gelegen aan de indische oceaan. geen luxe voorzieningen maar een unieke sfeer. Zeer toegangelijke staf en managment. We voelden ons er goed thuis. muggen af en toe lastig maar een goede antispray helpt. 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