Km 19, Pulmoddai - Trincomalee Road, 31010 Nilaveli, Sri Lanka
#3 of 20 hotels in Nilaveli
Guests' ChoiceBased on 88 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.1
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.4
Free WiFi
6.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 28 August 2025
Frederique
FranceOur Bedroom located just at the entry of the resort was not the best . But anyway, we had chance to get it because All the others were booked several months before ! It’s better to take one in front of the beach .
Everything . Very good resort Small resort with only 17 Bedroom . Very well organised and cleaned. The location directly on the beautiful and large beach of Nilavelli easy to swim . Few people All the staff was really friendly and helpfull Breakfast and dinner on the beach Good food
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 27 August 2025
Jo
New ZealandThe crows!
The resort is right on the beach. Our room was very spacious with a large bathroom. The beach was just stunning. White sand and no other tourists other than the guests. There were plenty of loungers. The restaurant was OK. There was reasonable variety. The staff were very attentive and service was good. Biscuits and snacks, along with drinking water was provided in the room.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 8 August 2025
Chris
NetherlandsThere is a large murder of crows on the property, which became pretty irritating after a couple of days.. nonstop growing and even stealing food from the plate plates. Not sure what can be done about it, but it seemed like they weren’t that bothered about it…
What’s not to like.. amazing location with literally a private beach to ourselves as there are no other resorts nearby, incredible bungalow right on the beach front, a nice and clean swimming pool overlooking the beach, good quality, food, and excellent value, and very friendly staff all across the property
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 9 July 2025
Camilla
NorwayFood ok, but I expected a little more to it for a hotel like this
Beautiful location, nice big rooms and very helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 24 June 2025
Tomas
Czech RepublicBit too far away from Trincomalle
It was an amazing and very relaxing stay at the Nilaveli beach resort. The staff was extremely friendly and kind. The hotel was beautiful and we really liked it
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 11 June 2025
Maier
Germanyyou have to know that this area is a 30min drive away form trincomalee, there is nothing much nearby. Had a Frog in the bath and some flying ants in the bed. 2 gecko’s aswell in the room. but all of them harmless. no moskito net. food was a bit expansive for what it was
amazing private white sand beach, comfortable rooms. Perfect to just be on the beach and have private couple time
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 30 May 2025
Bu
AustraliaNothing
Beautiful spot . A peaceful paradise .
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 29 May 2025
Rathini
CanadaSpotty WIFI but that did not bother us. Little isolated and nothing within walking distance
Stayed 2 nights at this lovely boutique resort, in a large, spacious and clean room with ocean view.. Had dinner first night and breakfast next 2 mornings and there were enough selection on the dinner menu and food was very good. Excellent breakfast both days. Great service and super friendly staff. The property was clean and well kept. Swimming pool was good size, clean and water was nice and warm. Overall loved everything about this resort and would definitely come back!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 17 May 2025
Peter
United KingdomThe menu was limited and would have benefited from a daily local dish of the day
The staff were very helpful and the food was good.and well prepared The sea temperature was like a bath - you did not notice going into the water, unlike most other seas I've been in It was all very peaceful & just what was required after the flight and overnight train
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 5 May 2025
André
NetherlandsIts a place generally booked in travel agency holiday packages, so our fellow guests were (dutch) families. There was some construction going on (low season) which also killed the vibe a bit, the food is a bit expensive and aimed a bit at western families. Also a bit further away from other restaurants/places
Very nice rooms, super attentative and friendly staff. I left my wallet in the room and the team went above and beyond to make sure jt get it back properly. People there were super friendly and attentative. The beach is the main attraction.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 29 April 2025
Janine
AustraliaWe were lucky to find this lovely boutique resort at Nilaveli. After some adventure time in Jaffna and Anuradhapura we were ready to chill out for a few days. The staff were outstanding, super friendly and keep the place in tip top shape. Big thanks especially to Sen! The rooms are meticulously clean (as is the entire property), and we we so well looked after. The staff checked in several times on my partner who was not feeling great and offered to arrange a visit to the doctor if needed. We loved it here and highly recommend!!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 20 April 2025
Mn
AustraliaIt is located right in front of the beach, which is really really beautiful and enjoyable. The staff are very helpful, especially Channa in the restaurant who, even though he works long hours under great pressure, is so calm and helpful and does his best to accommodate every request and he always remembers the needs of each client
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 20 April 2025
Liz
United KingdomAmazing Lovely breakfast (especially on Sri Lankan new year). Ate at the restaurant 3 out of 5 nights. Has a lovely beach and loungers and a pool. Nice big bathroom. Staff were lovely.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 15 April 2025
Alistair
GermanyNothing
A very laid back hotel. We were often alone in the hotel but this was because it was off season. Inspite of being alone we were offered all the normal facilites and selection of food.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 9 April 2025
Subhash
IndiaFood choices are limited ( specially for Vegetarians).
Perfect location on the best part of the Nilaveli Beach. Very well appointed rooms - especially a very comfy bed. Very pleasant staff. Good breakfast.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 29 March 2025
Rakesh
IndiaLizards and cockroaches/cricket in room Plastic on the beach
Staff and service Resort layout
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 13 March 2025
Dylan
United KingdomYou step out of the room and you are by the beach. Beautiful and relaxing.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 9 February 2025
Ann
United KingdomYou couldn’t walk along the beach very far and as we’re off season there wasn’t much to do
Very comfortable and clean rooms. Helpful and friendly staff. Quiet and peaceful location
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 22 January 2025
Ria
GermanyTop hotel at a wonderful beach, very nice wooden cottages, friendly staff and reliable service e.g. the airport transfer. On the way from Colombo to Nilaveli and Trincomalee You are passing jungle and national parks, having wild elephants on the road, an exciting experience also, even though it is a car ride by around 5 hours. Warmly recommended!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 12 January 2025
Niamh
IrelandFor the price, some of the smaller details in cleaning the bathroom were missed, there was some dirt on the tap by the sink, the glass for toothbrushes on the bathroom wall wasn't clean and there was some blue liquid on the tiles by the shower (it could have been cleaning product that wasn't removed). This wouldn't put me off staying here again though! The guy in charge of the restaurant called to my room to take my dinner order in advance, this wasn't a problem but it would be useful to let guests know about this system at check in and to leave a copy of the menu in the room so that they can read it in advance rather than having to decide on the spot.
Very friendly staff, lovely beach, food was great and reasonably priced, room was very spacious and comfortable. A really lovely place to relax for a few days.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 25 December 2024
Paalendra
AustraliaFood was average, wished they offered more Sri Lankan options. Waiter was not able to communicate well.
Location, location, location, loved it. Small cozy resort. Rooms were good, clean. Very friendly staff .
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 21 November 2024
Stefano
SwitzerlandPerfect place to spend a relaxing holiday at the beach. Beautiful, large, comfortable, and well equipped rooms, excellent service on all departments, beautiful beach, very good restaurant with varied menu. For breakfast (we always took Sri Lankan) and were offered different dishes for each of the three days we spent there. You are out of town and therefore will need transportation to go anywhere. This can be easily arranged through the hotel (that has also a private tuk-tuk), but honestly, apart from a lovely three hours tour of Trincomalee city, the only thing we really wanted was to enjoy the peace and beauty of the resort. Even with heavy rain it was wonderful to sit in the room's veranda. Tip: if you are an early riser you can watch the local fishermen in the process of retrieving the nets with the catch. Fascinating!
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 17 November 2024
Kahal
IrelandFantastic service from the staff at restaurant & bar. Rooms were fantastic.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 5 November 2024
Martin
SlovakiaWould be nice if staff clean more the beach.
No people there. Really next to ocean. All great
Stayed in November 2024
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