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Reviews of Ridee Villa 4 stars

Peellagoda, 80600 Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

#2 of 100 hotels in Unawatuna

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 54 hotel reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    9.7

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    9.0
    Absolutely amazing stay and we loved this place and the owner
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Triple Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    So we loved everything about this place The only thing they that would have improved my stay would be a slightly better poolside area( although they don’t have the room) And a bar and general seating area would be nice

    Boss was amazing, couldn’t do enough for us Even took us around in his own transport foc The rooms were brilliant and was a fantastic place Genuinely couldn’t do enough for you ,food was lovely and have never so welcome anyway, absolutely lovely place to stay

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    8.0
    Great place on a not so nice area
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Basically the location which we know it’s not their fault, all Unawatuna is crowded with russians and honestly it was the worst city we visited in Sri Lanka. The beach in front is not very good, nearby restaurants are overly expensive. Also, it would be nice to be able to use the pool after 18:00h

    Good room and great decoration of the villa. Also they have free tours every day (fixed time, only 1 way except Galle) which is nice. Very good breakfast.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Great and special place! It reminds on the colonial times from the past. The staff is extremely friendly and always helpful.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    9.0
    Great stay with excellent host
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • VIP Suite
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely villa with very attentive staff. Had a great stay

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 14 nights

    The breakfast food always seemed cold, but that could be a cultural thing ?

    Loved the family atmosphere , the food and the location close to the beach

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very peaceful stay at Ridee. Friendly staff, great food with a wonderful, helpful owner. Just across from the beach

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    10
    Wonderful welcome, perfect location, great food and comfortable rooms. Beautiful hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    We were made to feel so welcome, nothing was too much trouble. Sumith and his team were wonderful and the chef served a wonderful breakfast and we had the best Sri Lanka curry whilst there. The hotel is so close to the beach, towels and mats are provided. The swimming pool was perfect for us, clean and relaxing, free rides to local beaches and Galle were available and the hotel is beautiful with interesting artefacts. The highlight was to meet Sumith's family and hear his niece serenade us. THANK YOU

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    10
    Fantastic experience, would reccomend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is a bit of noise from the road out front, but not much to worry about

    Fantastic staff and tremendous quality of service. The property is decorated with a bunch of beautiful Sri Lankan artworks, and the owner cares deeply about the happiness of his guests.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Best accommodation we’ve had in Sri Lanka so far! The owner takes care of everything, the staff is amazing. The entire place looks amazing!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was really good! Just love it!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Triple Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very good location, 3 min from the beach, super friendly owner and all the staff

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • VIP Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    They are very attentive to people's needs.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2024

    10
    Beautiful Villa by the ocean
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • VIP Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Ridee Villa is absolutely gorgeous! So much attention to detail. Great location and walking distance to everything. Excellent service and the owner went out of his way to do whatever was needed. I definitely would stay again!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 January 2024

    8.0
    We enjoyed our stay in Unawatuna. The team were very willing to help and assist.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    We enjoyed breakfast and appreciated the host's use of his jeep to drop us into Galle. The hosts could not do enough for you, with the chef preparing a special dinner for us.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved everything! We had a warm reception from the owner who made us feel at home. Everything was well thought to the detail. I would do it all over again. The chef was exceptional, the food was prepared with love and care. I couldn't ask for more, so happy to be in this hotel, totally recommend.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2024

    9.0
    A very nice experience!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • VIP Suite
    • Stayed 6 nights

    It is a small, very personal, owner-managed boutique hotel. The owner and a very large number of staff try to make the guests as comfortable as possible. There are lots of art objects of all kinds everywhere, especially sculptures. The hotel is only separated from the wide beach by a "normal" road (unfortunately also very busy at night). The breakfast is typical of the country, not European, which we found pleasant. You shouldn't expect European standards for water pressure (shower) either - but you are in a great exotic country. In any case, the luxurious individuality, the daily warm welcome of every guest and much more should be emphasized.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2024

    9.0
    Lovely location, clean comfortable and helpful family run.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    We were warmly welcomed by the owner family. We had 2 deluxe rooms opposite each other at front of hotel. Rooms very clean, comfortable, AC very good. Offered a snack menu on arrival, quite pricey but it’s freshly made and delicious and we needed lunch. Very attentive at all times, we had a guided tour of the gardens & pool. Extensive Breakfast selection for all tastes. Best coffee. Omelette cooked freshly as required. We popped back from the beach for a few minutes one day to pick up my mum and were immediately offered a cold drink. Lovely touch. Towels for the pool and towels & mats for the beach in a beach bag. The beach is just over the main road, we walked through another hotel restaurant on the beach and used their beds and seating as we bought drinks from them. 3 days of rest and relaxation. Thank you.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2024

    10
    Amazing service. Great location. Recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed is a little squeaky but that is very minor

    Service was outstanding. The family running the place are so lovely and make you feel at home right away. There is a lot of thought and detail put into the customer experience. Location is great. Close to beach and easy to walk to everything. The free morning shuttle to turtle or jungle beach is a great addition. Room was clean and comfortable. Pool is nice and big and a great spot to chill out. Recommend!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Triple Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small problem of ants in the room but very quickly dealt with

    Staff were super friendly and helpful

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 December 2023

    10
    10/10, will definitely return
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A beautiful property run by a lovely family who are so welcoming and make you feel like part of their family

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2023

    8.0
    Nice place but seems overpriced a little comparing to other hotels.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Most of public spaces in the hotel was not available. You can see BBQ place on photos but it was unavailable too as well as both bars.

    Maybe it because of low season but breakfast looked poor. But everything that were available was nice. Nice pool, you can use kitchen to cook some local food by yourself.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2023

    10
    Just perfect, highly recommended.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 14 nights

    Was spot on.

    Absolutely flawless. Sumith (owner) and his staff are so so very welcoming and incredibly helpfull. They really care for their guests and go way above and beyond to please and help. A stones throw from the beech. Super clean, great air con, quality towels and bedding fabulous and plentiful breakfast. Will be returning when next in Unawatuna. Just the best. Thanks guys x Highly recommended.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2023

    9.0
    Truly exceptional and worth every penny.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Vintage cars looked to be functioning on website but not the case. Would have been a fantastic touch. Jeep and tuk tuk transport to beaches was a brilliant addition however.

    Exceptional service

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2023

    10
    You feel like at home here. Thanks to Sumith and his team we’ve got the best hotel experience ever.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • VIP Suite
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything from check-in to check-out was top notch. Breakfast is great! FULL support for beach experience: free transfers, full set of towels and mats, fresh juice on the way back.

    Stayed in February 2023

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