Thalahena, 11500 Negombo, Sri Lanka
#7 of 48 Holiday rentals in Negombo
Guests' ChoiceBased on 75 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Location
8.5
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.7
Value for money
8.6
Free WiFi
9.5
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Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Szilvia
United KingdomWhen nature meets tasteful architecture in one beautiful hotel. Villa Hundira is uniquely beautiful and calm and extremely comfortable. We only stayed one night but I wish we stayed longer. Our two bedroom villa was large and very comfortable and the people who worked there looked after us beautifully. There are several pools to use, which the kids loved.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Yasotha
United KingdomNo negative comments at all.
Beautiful, aesthetically pleasing location.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Susan
United Kingdom2 pools to choose from, very spacious and lots of places to sit, eat and relax.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Antonio
ItalyThe position on the Negombo lagoon, the stylish interior, the swimming pools, the gardens and the great food.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Melinda
United KingdomNothing. This place exceeded our expectations and has real character.
Beautiful hotel in the old colonial style, hosted by well organised staff with great attention to detail. The two pools are fantastic, the food was superb and the location is both picturesque and convenient for the airport. There is a delightful play hut for children with books and games, a large library and billiards room and a lovely treatment room. There are many different areas to relax in and the whole place has a very personal feel. The staff were discretely attentive and Jay in particular was excellent. He was unbelievably helpful and organised a boat trip on the lagoon to monkey island and assisted with our onward journey around Sri Lanka. We will definitely be back.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 26 March 2024
Beverley
NorwayAll was good
Very good western breakfast, other breakfasts available
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
David
United KingdomFood was fine but menu limited and unchanging
Nice hotel with friendly staff. Good rooms and some good chill out areas but you need to search them out.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 10 March 2024
Melissa
United StatesWhile the property was amazing, the beach wasn't easy to access. Which, big picture, didn't bother me. The beach itself was reasonably clean, but not great. It was good for a nice walk, but definitely not swimable due to the crazy, but mesmerizing surf.
I booked this property for my last day in Sri Lanka as it was close to the airport and the beach. I didn't expect it to be as amazing as it was and I'm not sure that I'll be able to adequately describe what a little paradise this property is. The property is built around a canal and multiple buildings with private rooms of all sizes, several pools, lounge and dining areas, billiards, reading room with tons of books in all languages to choose from, a couple of intimate bar areas and a breezy terrace that was comfortable even at the hottest times of the day. The canal had some kayaks available and there were also some bikes for the guests. Meal options were limited, but everything was delicious. My room was large and comfortable with a pool just outside the door. There is also a workshop onsite for local women to learn handicrafts in order to supplement their income. Some of the crafts were sold in a small shop next to the reception.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Jayne
United KingdomNo other facilities in the local area, so you need to be happy to stay in (and pay higher prices for drinks especially, including water) or take a tuk tuk into Negombo. Prices in the menus are quoted in $ but then billed in SR Rupees - beware the exchange rate, as a $25 bottle of wine (they all were) actually was $27.50. Beers were $5 but delicious!! Servicing the room was haphazard - cleaned 1st day, but only 2 hand towels and 4 small bottles of water the second. Overall a beautiful stay but certainly quite expensive.
Beautiful oasis with fascinating layout and 2 lovely pools to relax by after or before a long flight. Jay, the manager, was charming and very helpful. Super- clean room . Handy for the airport. Smiley staff did their best to help you. Don’t miss an early morning trip to the wholesale fish market - tons (literally) of fish being sold for national & international markets. Lagoon boat tour with fruit picnic, feed the monkeys & tour Negombo’s waterfront was really enjoyable- $50 for the boat so more affordable for 4/6 and avoid Sundays when it is closed 😏( Christian community).
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 February 2024
Wood
United KingdomThe food is okay but not wonderful. Because our stay was 5 days we found some alternative places to eat in Negombo where there is lots of choice.
Very beautiful small hotel. Lots of different cosy corners to sit. Decorated in tasteful Sri Lankan style. Large comfortable beds. Lovely friendly staff. Two very nice swimming pools. We had a fantastic stay here.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Lathika
United KingdomBeautiful piece of architecture where the tasteful interior decor beautifully blends with the environment. Staff go out of the way to make you comfortable and treated us very well. Food was very tasty. The owner couple supports the local community with a workshop attached which produces its own art & deco objects for sale.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 31 January 2024
Amelia
Czech RepublicThe hotel is very laid back with many seating areas to relax and read a book. The staff were super attentive and I had a wonderful stay. You can see lots of nature out on the lagoon.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 30 January 2024
Lisa
United KingdomNothing. Everything was perfect.
It is the most beautiful, comfortable place to stay. Wonderful architectural design. Peaceful environment. Outstanding staff. Exceptional food. Really enjoyed our stay. Would highly recommend. We spent the last few days of our holiday here in Negombo. Wish we had started our holiday here too. Would definitely love to return. Sad to leave this haven.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 21 January 2024
Camilla
United KingdomNothing! It was just fab.
The service was excellent. Interior design was stunning. The staff could not have been more helpful. Food outstanding. .
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 14 January 2024
Isabella
United KingdomVery special place with excellent facilities
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 22 December 2023
Manu
AustraliaFood is a bit expensive but very good .
Great location . Beautiful property & excellent staff
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 20 December 2023
Nicholas
United KingdomWe loved the layout of the property, and how many swimming pools there were! The staff, especially Jay, were so hospitable and organised, constantly going above and beyond. The food was also delicious. I wish we had stayed longer.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 18 December 2023
Julie
United KingdomBeautiful gardens and grounds full of little nooks and crannies to sit and relax. Staff were lovely - very helpful.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 3 December 2023
Alex
United KingdomHonestly there is nothing we didn’t like, we loved our stay!
I am so glad we chose to stay here, if you’re considering booking villa Hundira, don’t think, just do it! The hotel itself is exceptional, so much thought and care has gone into the property with so many little places to hang out and two beautiful swimming pools. But more than that the staff are wonderful, we felt so welcome and so at home. The villa also contributes to the local community and there is a group of ladies who create beautiful textiles on site, we bought some pieces as a reminder of our time here. We hope to return someday!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 1 December 2023
Kelly
AustraliaAmazing service and so clean! The breakfast each morning was the best !!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 22 November 2023
Peter
United KingdomVery interesting
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 5 October 2023
Kim
United KingdomNothing really. Glad we stayed overlooking the lagoon rather than the beach but depends on which time in the season you arrive I suppose.
The hotel is beautifully decorated and interested to explore. The food is delicious and the hospitality welcoming and thoughtful. Lovely pool. Interesting location.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 4 August 2023
Olga
NetherlandsThe noise of the Airplanes coming over. But this cannot be solved by the hotel. And having an hotel not too far from the airport is also a plus.
Beautiful decorated and designed hotel. And very friendly staff. Absolutely a lovely landing when we arrived in Sri Lanka. Also great food.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 18 July 2023
Andrea
United KingdomBeautiful stylish place, lovely spacious rooms. Excellent food and service.
Stayed in July 2023
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