Reviews of Dutch Villa - Trincomalee
338 Dyke Street, 31000 Trincomalee, Sri Lanka
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Reviewed: 3 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewI am a diver so I didn’t spend much time in the accommodation, basically just the night them. The location is right on the beach, the yard is facing the beach. Anytime you want to enter the beach, you can do that. The yard is cute, green grass and beach chairs. The host are very helpful making breakfast for me everyday. I need to dive very early in the morning and I would need that breakfast probably earlier than other guest and it wasn’t a problem.
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Reviewed: 3 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewLocation is good. Nice sea veiw
Breakfast should be more, No tea coffee
Reviewed: 2 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewNice guesthouse near the city center. The room was large and clean, with a very comfortable bed. What I liked most about the guesthouse was its position right on the beach (the nicest and cleanest in Trincomalee, in my opinion.) Umbrellas and loungers were provided.
Reviewed: 2 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewNice guesthouse near the city center. The room was large and clean, with a very comfortable bed. What I liked most about the guesthouse was its position right on the beach (the nicest and cleanest in Trincomalee, in my opinion.) Umbrellas and loungers were provided.
Reviewed: 30 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 29 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThat it had a private beach area
Overall area could be a bit more cleaned up. The room for my dad don’t even have a window and it was tucked inside of a dining room and kitchen. Almost felt like it we had to walk through someone’s home to get to the room. The staff also seemed to be living in that space or at least it felt that way as there was a back living space where they were hanging out. Also they could use a better breakfast option as it was not good.
Reviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGreat view of sea and beach
There is no TV
Reviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewEverything was great
There was abit of noice outside my room as the room was next to the kitchen
Reviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewVery beautiful location, we liked Dutch Bay beach, it’s a bit more quiet and there are still some nice places to eat around. The hotel is right on the beach front, with a little private garden and sun beds. Our hostess Dilu made us feel very much at home. The room was comfortable and good value for money.
Reviewed: 20 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe property is lovely, right on the beach. Very calm! Must stay if you’re in trincomalee. The host, Dillu, was very warm and served good breakfast!
Reviewed: 19 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewFar from the touristic part of Trincomalee, but located on private beautiful and clean beach. They provide beach chairs and umbrella for their guests. Big room with A/C and shower with hot water, which was something not common for this place of Sri Lanka.
Could be a bit cleaner.
Reviewed: 13 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThis was literally a last minute booking, after we walked out of the Maya Resort hotel without checking in, because it was overpriced and truly awful. The location is on the beach and the room was very spacious. The breakfast was delicious and one of the best we ate.
Not much, but subject to what you want, the best beach and modern facilities is 4 miles up the coast in Uppuveli. Locally, there really isn't much to shout about, but this is unrelated to the property.
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed our beachfront location, spacious room, and delicious breakfast. We understand that the surrounding area may not offer as much as Uppuveli, but we’re happy our property could provide you with a pleasant and comfortable stay. We appreciate your comments and hope to welcome you back in the future. Best regards, Dutch Villa
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed our beachfront location, spacious room, and delicious breakfast. We understand that the surrounding area may not offer as much as Uppuveli, but we’re happy our prop… Show more
Reviewed: 30 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 27 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewNear to a beautiful beach, clean and big rooms, good breakfast with natural juices- and wonderful people running the place!
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the beautiful beach, spacious clean rooms, and our fresh breakfast with natural juices. It means a lot to us that you appreciated the hospitality of our team — we always strive to make our guests feel at home. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Warm regards, Dutch Villa Team
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the beautiful beach, spacious clean rooms, and our fresh breakfast with natural juices. It means a lot to us that you appreciated the hospitality of… Show more
Reviewed: 24 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewVery nice room, clean, direct acces to the beach
Everything was perfect! Not everyone from the staff speaks english so it can take some time to understand each other
Dear Guest, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the clean, comfortable room and direct access to the beach — and that everything was perfect overall. We appreciate your understanding regarding the language barrier. While not all team members are fluent in English, we’re always working to improve communication and ensure all our guests feel well taken care of. We hope to see you again soon!
Dear Guest, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the clean, comfortable room and direct access to the beach — and that everything was perfect overall. We appreciate your understanding regarding the language bar… Show more
Reviewed: 17 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 16 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 9 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewIts the most awful hotel experience in Sri Lanka and maybe ever. Welcomed by a women who did not even welcome us. The first question was can you pay. Should stay there for three nights. Airco is suffering in bandages and works in sufficiently. Breakfast is a Joke. Some eggs are smashed on a plate with some haf toasted bread beside. Which you can eat at a kitchen table. The price/value was the most astonishing thing. Cant imagine people liked this place for about 70 euro a night. Left after one night. Nice hotels for 25 euro's a night in staples in Trico.
I rest my case. See above
Thank you for sharing your honest feedback. We’re very sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations and that you were disappointed with the service and facilities during your stay. We take your comments seriously and will review the issues you raised regarding the welcome, air conditioning, breakfast, and overall value to improve our guest experience. We regret that you chose to leave early and apologize for any inconvenience caused. We appreciate your feedback as it helps us to do better. Wishing you all the best in your future travels. Warm regards, The Dutch Villa Team
Thank you for sharing your honest feedback. We’re very sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations and that you were disappointed with the service and facilities during your stay. We take your comments seriously and w… Show more
Reviewed: 8 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThis is a very nice hotel by a beautiful and clean beach. The rooms are modern and clean. The manager is a very nice person. He helped us with all our needs. Dilu prepared very delicious breakfasts. We enjoyed our stay and recommend this place.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the clean, modern rooms and the beautiful beach just steps away. It means a lot to us that you appreciated the support from our manager and Dilu’s delicious breakfasts—she’ll be happy to hear your kind words! We're so glad you had a pleasant stay and truly appreciate your recommendation. Looking forward to welcoming you back again soon! Warm regards, The Dutch Villa Team
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the clean, modern rooms and the beautiful beach just steps away. It means a lot to us that you appreciated the support from our manager and Dilu’s del… Show more
Reviewed: 8 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewLoved the location, right by a beautiful beach with almost no people. The hotel has their own sunbeds and umbrellas, which was amazing. Perfect if you’re looking for a less touristic place to stay. Dilu was amazing, she made us breakfast, did our laundry and was always there to help. Nice room with good air conditioning.
If you’re looking to stay in the more touristic area of trincomalee with more shops and restaurants, it’s about a 15 min drive from the hotel.
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear you loved the peaceful beachfront location and enjoyed the sunbeds and umbrellas—we’re glad it gave you the relaxing, non-touristy experience you were looking for. A big thank you from Dilu as well! She’ll be so happy to know her hospitality made your stay even more enjoyable. We’re also glad the room and air conditioning met your expectations. Yes, while we’re a bit away from the busy tourist area, many of our guests find that to be part of the charm. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another peaceful getaway! Warm regards, The Dutch Villa Team
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear you loved the peaceful beachfront location and enjoyed the sunbeds and umbrellas—we’re glad it gave you the relaxing, non-touristy experience you were looking for. A big t… Show more
Reviewed: 29 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 29 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewDutch villa is located in a quiet part of Trincomalee with basically the whole of Dutch Bay beach at your disposal. The room was very spacious with a large double bed. The room had A/C which worked perfectly along with the ceiling fan. Walking out onto the balcony provided an amazing seaside vista to watch the sunrise. Dilw, our host was amazing, always available to answer any queries that we had, provided us with clean towels and prepared breakfast for us every morning which she would bring up to your room. Due to the heat, we opted to eat in the kitchen as Dilw prepared the food, always great to chat with the host and share stories. Dutch Villa is great, ideally positioned and has an amazing host in Dilw. 👌🙏🙏
Nothing, everything was perfect 👌
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for this heartfelt review! 🌅 We're thrilled to know you enjoyed the peaceful location, the comfort of your room, and especially the stunning sunrise views from the balcony. It’s wonderful to hear that Dilu made your stay so special — she truly is a gem and always goes the extra mile for our guests. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with her. We’re so happy everything was perfect for you, and we hope to welcome you back to Dutch Villa for another memorable stay soon! With gratitude, The Dutch Villa Team
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for this heartfelt review! 🌅 We're thrilled to know you enjoyed the peaceful location, the comfort of your room, and especially the stunning sunrise views from the balcony. It’s wonderful to hear that Dil… Show more