Camelot Beach Hotel
$96
/ night
Avg. for September
Prices for Camelot Beach Hotel
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$96
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Camelot Beach Hotel average $76 in October, the cheapest month, and $130 in January, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $130 |
| February | $122 |
| March | $118 |
| April | $102 |
| May | $90 |
| June | $85 |
| July | $83 |
| August | $105 |
| September | $96 |
| October | $76 |
| November | $87 |
| December | $111 |
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Cheapest: October (~$76)
About this property
Relax and unwind with massages and body treatments. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Amenities
Relax and unwind with massages and body treatments. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Negombo? This hotel has 2255 square feet (209 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 2 meeting rooms. Limited parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 85 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Location
A stay at Camelot Beach Hotel places you in the heart of Negombo, within a 5-minute drive of Negombo Beach and St. Sebastian's Church. This beach hotel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from St Anthony's Church and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Ave Maria Convent.
What's nearby
Negombo Beach Park(0.3 miles)
Negombo Beach(0.9 miles)
St. Sebastian's Church(1.2 miles)
St Anthony's Church(1.3 miles)
Ave Maria Convent(1.7 miles)
Negombo District General Hospital(1.8 miles)
Maris Stella College(1.9 miles)
St.Mary's Church(1.9 miles)
Angurukaramulla Temple(2 miles)
Dutch Canal(2.1 miles)
Negombo Fish Market(2.2 miles)
Dutch Fort(2.3 miles)
Andiambalama Temple(7.6 miles)
Supuwath Arana(8.5 miles)
Muthurajawela Visitor Centre(13.4 miles)
The preferred airport for Camelot Beach Hotel is Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)(7.6 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Service
Dry Cleaning
Location
No. 345, Lewis Place, Kudapaduwa, Negombo, Negombo, Sri Lanka
Negombo Beach Park (0.3 miles)
Negombo Beach (0.9 miles)
St. Sebastian's Church (1.2 miles)
St Anthony's Church (1.3 miles)
Ave Maria Convent (1.7 miles)
Negombo District General Hospital (1.8 miles)
Room options
12
Coastal Deluxe Balcony Twin
Room details
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 3
280 ft²
Balcony or TerraceAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
6
Coastal Premier King
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 3
280 ft²
Balcony or TerraceAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
4
Deluxe Balcony King
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 3
291 ft²
BalconyBalcony or TerraceAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
11
Coastal Deluxe Balcony King
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 3
280 ft²
Balcony or TerraceAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
5
Coastal Premier Twin
Room details
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 3
280 ft²
Balcony or TerraceAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
4
Deluxe Balcony Twin
Room details
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 3
291 ft²
BalconyBalcony or TerraceAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
Guest reviews of Camelot Beach Hotel
8.2
Very good
Based on 1,095 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
2%
Couple
44%
Family
25%
Group
17%
Solo
8%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Camelot Beach Hotel draws travelers for its beachfront setting with two pools, friendly staff, and easy access to Negombo restaurants and the airport, with many praising comfortable rooms, sea views, and a generous breakfast buffet.
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What guests think
Camelot Beach Hotel draws travelers for its beachfront setting with two pools, friendly staff, and easy access to Negombo restaurants and the airport, with many praising comfortable rooms, sea views, and a generous breakfast buffet.
Guests also appreciate the beachfront gardens, a pool bar, and plentiful sun loungers. Recurring issues include slow or confusing check-in at times, some dated or faulty in-room features (locks, air-conditioning, sockets), and buildings without a lift. Beach hawkers can be bothersome, and a few reviewers reported inconsistent bar charges or weak follow-up on lost items. Expect a relaxed stay with good value if you’re comfortable with a few service and maintenance trade-offs.
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Facilities
Beachfront grounds feature two well-liked pools with a bar and ample sun loungers. Several reviews note some buildings have no lift and mention occasional maintenance issues.
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6
Edward
Sep 1, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
I really dissapoonted with the hotel service. Many times i ask to open my door room because key was not working. Breakfast dirty, too many flies and brownie was moldy and not fresh. No soap provide after 1 day. I stay here 1week, but no correction. Elevator not working, no repair/maintenance. 1 week up and down by stair 👎 I really not recommended to stay here
I really dissapoonted with the hotel service. Many times i ask to open my door room because key was not working. Breakfast dirty, too many flies and brownie was moldy and not fresh. No soap provide after 1 day. I stay here 1week, but no correction. Elevator not working, no repair/maintenance. 1 week up and down by stair 👎 I really not recommended to stay here
4
Gena
Mar 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is on the beach and has two great pools.
The hotel is on the beach and has two great pools.
10
Tom
Feb 18, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
Excellent place to stay. Awesome breakfast many items to choose from. Staff is great. Grounds and pool area is wonderful. There is a multitude of restaurants within easy walking distance. Property is right on the beach. The bar and pool staff could do a better job of going around and asking if you want a drink or food. If you sit in the chairs next to the beach the street vendors are very obnoxious, perhaps the hotel could help with that. As caution while in Sri Lanka watch out for the stray dogs they will sneak up behind you and bite you.
Excellent place to stay. Awesome breakfast many items to choose from. Staff is great. Grounds and pool area is wonderful. There is a multitude of restaurants within easy walking distance. Property is right on the beach. The bar and pool staff could do a better job of going around and asking if you want a drink or food. If you sit in the chairs next to the beach the street vendors are very obnoxious, perhaps the hotel could help with that. As caution while in Sri Lanka watch out for the stray dogs they will sneak up behind you and bite you.
10
Cedric
Oct 16, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
I have been visiting this hotel over the years and is has always been a favorite in Negombo. The hotel has seen some upgrades which makes it fresh, with nice modern deco. The staff are wonderful. The staff at reception, the dining room staff and the staff that maintain the rooms. The pool staff make sure that you all you need for a day by the pool or beach. The hotel gardens open out onto the beach. I will be back on my next visit to Sri Lanka in 2024.
I have been visiting this hotel over the years and is has always been a favorite in Negombo. The hotel has seen some upgrades which makes it fresh, with nice modern deco. The staff are wonderful. The staff at reception, the dining room staff and the staff that maintain the rooms. The pool staff make sure that you all you need for a day by the pool or beach. The hotel gardens open out onto the beach. I will be back on my next visit to Sri Lanka in 2024.
8
Vicki
Nov 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel had great staff, a very nice pool overlooking the beach and another pool facing the dining area. The rooms were clean, comfortable beds, great air conditioning and a good selection of food for breakfast. The beach was very quiet in November and nice to walk along.
This hotel had great staff, a very nice pool overlooking the beach and another pool facing the dining area. The rooms were clean, comfortable beds, great air conditioning and a good selection of food for breakfast. The beach was very quiet in November and nice to walk along.
8
jonathan
Oct 10, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A reasonable mid priced option next to a not so great beach. Easy distance to the airport and short walking distance to a dozen different dining options, a couple of supermarkets and a pharmacy. Good for first or last couple of nights. Rooms appear recently renovated. No lift though!! It’s a two story walk up scenario. Food was ok and well priced. Service a little slow though but still manageable. Basically good value for money, worth a look. But don’t expect too much.
A reasonable mid priced option next to a not so great beach. Easy distance to the airport and short walking distance to a dozen different dining options, a couple of supermarkets and a pharmacy. Good for first or last couple of nights. Rooms appear recently renovated. No lift though!! It’s a two story walk up scenario. Food was ok and well priced. Service a little slow though but still manageable. Basically good value for money, worth a look. But don’t expect too much.
8
Michelle
Jun 4, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel staff was amazing. Probably one of the best hotel staffs of any hotel I’ve ever stayed in. It is right on the beach, although there were a lot of hawkers, which was a little bothersome while you’re trying to relax. The two pools and pool bar were amazing, clean and inviting. My room came with complementary Breakfast and dinner and both had amazing food options.
The hotel staff was amazing. Probably one of the best hotel staffs of any hotel I’ve ever stayed in. It is right on the beach, although there were a lot of hawkers, which was a little bothersome while you’re trying to relax. The two pools and pool bar were amazing, clean and inviting. My room came with complementary Breakfast and dinner and both had amazing food options.
8
Annie
Nov 2, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
I stayed here for 1 night before I joined a group trip in the hotel next door. The staff were amazing. They were continuously cleaning all areas of the hotel. As a solo female, I felt really safe and comfortable here. I booked a sea view room which was lovely and clean and a really good size. Both pools were a good size and nice temperature. The poolside staff would rush over with sun lounger cushions and towels as soon as you sat your things down next to a sun lounger. I re booked this hotel for my last 2 nights after my group trip. I wasn’t as impressed with my second room as the lock didn’t work on my door and it wasn’t updated and modern like my previous room (that’s just me being a snob). It was still clean and tidy and had all the facilities you could want and need. I raised my concerns about the lock with one of the hotel receptionists and he managed to change my room for me. There’s plenty of restaurants around. I highly recommend cafe Zen (right of hotel) and Boho (left of hotel) I would definitely stay here again!
I stayed here for 1 night before I joined a group trip in the hotel next door. The staff were amazing. They were continuously cleaning all areas of the hotel. As a solo female, I felt really safe and comfortable here. I booked a sea view room which was lovely and clean and a really good size. Both pools were a good size and nice temperature. The poolside staff would rush over with sun lounger cushions and towels as soon as you sat your things down next to a sun lounger. I re booked this hotel for my last 2 nights after my group trip. I wasn’t as impressed with my second room as the lock didn’t work on my door and it wasn’t updated and modern like my previous room (that’s just me being a snob). It was still clean and tidy and had all the facilities you could want and need. I raised my concerns about the lock with one of the hotel receptionists and he managed to change my room for me. There’s plenty of restaurants around. I highly recommend cafe Zen (right of hotel) and Boho (left of hotel) I would definitely stay here again!
10
Alain
Feb 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
L’hotel est directement sur la plage avec 2 piscines. Vraiment très agréable. Les chambres sont bien pour un 3 étoiles avec une bonne literie. L’air conditionné un peu bruyant. Mais vous pouvez ouvrir la fenêtre en janvier. Le petit-déjeuner déjeuner est vraiment très bien et varié. Le personnel toujours prêt à aider.
L’hotel est directement sur la plage avec 2 piscines. Vraiment très agréable. Les chambres sont bien pour un 3 étoiles avec une bonne literie. L’air conditionné un peu bruyant. Mais vous pouvez ouvrir la fenêtre en janvier. Le petit-déjeuner déjeuner est vraiment très bien et varié. Le personnel toujours prêt à aider.
8
Robert
Feb 12, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfekt hotell några nätter när man kommer eller är på väg hem till SriLanka . Utmärkt och bra service vid poolen. Missa inte att besöka resturang SeaVeiw som ligger precis intill.
Perfekt hotell några nätter när man kommer eller är på väg hem till SriLanka . Utmärkt och bra service vid poolen. Missa inte att besöka resturang SeaVeiw som ligger precis intill.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and common areas are generally clean, with housekeeping often praised. A few reviews mention isolated hygiene or upkeep issues, such as flies at breakfast or tired areas.
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6
F
Jun 15, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I wish I could rate the staff at different areas differently. The staff at the desk and at breakfast were great and very friendly. The bar by the pool was a disgrace - the staff were not that polite, and they add on taxes amounting to about 35% extra on your bill without any notice before or when we ordered, - so a total rip off. Be aware of this! I asked them and they basically just laughed. The food was ok, but not at the price we ended up paying for it. The hotel need a bit of TLC and sprucing up - it looks tired and run down. I also got hounded by the people on the beach who leant over the hotel wall to get me to buy things - I ended up moving because of it and complained to the bar staff, who again did nothing. Breakfast was good - a fair choice for the price - be aware of the birds though - they steal stuff :) The staff at breakfast were great - they chased away the birds as we hadn't noticed :) I would not stay there again and I'm glad we were just there for 1 night.
I wish I could rate the staff at different areas differently. The staff at the desk and at breakfast were great and very friendly. The bar by the pool was a disgrace - the staff were not that polite, and they add on taxes amounting to about 35% extra on your bill without any notice before or when we ordered, - so a total rip off. Be aware of this! I asked them and they basically just laughed. The food was ok, but not at the price we ended up paying for it. The hotel need a bit of TLC and sprucing up - it looks tired and run down. I also got hounded by the people on the beach who leant over the hotel wall to get me to buy things - I ended up moving because of it and complained to the bar staff, who again did nothing. Breakfast was good - a fair choice for the price - be aware of the birds though - they steal stuff :) The staff at breakfast were great - they chased away the birds as we hadn't noticed :) I would not stay there again and I'm glad we were just there for 1 night.
6
Edward
Sep 1, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
I really dissapoonted with the hotel service. Many times i ask to open my door room because key was not working. Breakfast dirty, too many flies and brownie was moldy and not fresh. No soap provide after 1 day. I stay here 1week, but no correction. Elevator not working, no repair/maintenance. 1 week up and down by stair 👎 I really not recommended to stay here
I really dissapoonted with the hotel service. Many times i ask to open my door room because key was not working. Breakfast dirty, too many flies and brownie was moldy and not fresh. No soap provide after 1 day. I stay here 1week, but no correction. Elevator not working, no repair/maintenance. 1 week up and down by stair 👎 I really not recommended to stay here
8
Vicki
Nov 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel had great staff, a very nice pool overlooking the beach and another pool facing the dining area. The rooms were clean, comfortable beds, great air conditioning and a good selection of food for breakfast. The beach was very quiet in November and nice to walk along.
This hotel had great staff, a very nice pool overlooking the beach and another pool facing the dining area. The rooms were clean, comfortable beds, great air conditioning and a good selection of food for breakfast. The beach was very quiet in November and nice to walk along.
8
jonathan
Oct 10, 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
A reasonable mid priced option next to a not so great beach. Easy distance to the airport and short walking distance to a dozen different dining options, a couple of supermarkets and a pharmacy. Good for first or last couple of nights. Rooms appear recently renovated. No lift though!! It’s a two story walk up scenario. Food was ok and well priced. Service a little slow though but still manageable. Basically good value for money, worth a look. But don’t expect too much.
A reasonable mid priced option next to a not so great beach. Easy distance to the airport and short walking distance to a dozen different dining options, a couple of supermarkets and a pharmacy. Good for first or last couple of nights. Rooms appear recently renovated. No lift though!! It’s a two story walk up scenario. Food was ok and well priced. Service a little slow though but still manageable. Basically good value for money, worth a look. But don’t expect too much.
8
Annie
Nov 2, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
I stayed here for 1 night before I joined a group trip in the hotel next door. The staff were amazing. They were continuously cleaning all areas of the hotel. As a solo female, I felt really safe and comfortable here. I booked a sea view room which was lovely and clean and a really good size. Both pools were a good size and nice temperature. The poolside staff would rush over with sun lounger cushions and towels as soon as you sat your things down next to a sun lounger. I re booked this hotel for my last 2 nights after my group trip. I wasn’t as impressed with my second room as the lock didn’t work on my door and it wasn’t updated and modern like my previous room (that’s just me being a snob). It was still clean and tidy and had all the facilities you could want and need. I raised my concerns about the lock with one of the hotel receptionists and he managed to change my room for me. There’s plenty of restaurants around. I highly recommend cafe Zen (right of hotel) and Boho (left of hotel) I would definitely stay here again!
I stayed here for 1 night before I joined a group trip in the hotel next door. The staff were amazing. They were continuously cleaning all areas of the hotel. As a solo female, I felt really safe and comfortable here. I booked a sea view room which was lovely and clean and a really good size. Both pools were a good size and nice temperature. The poolside staff would rush over with sun lounger cushions and towels as soon as you sat your things down next to a sun lounger. I re booked this hotel for my last 2 nights after my group trip. I wasn’t as impressed with my second room as the lock didn’t work on my door and it wasn’t updated and modern like my previous room (that’s just me being a snob). It was still clean and tidy and had all the facilities you could want and need. I raised my concerns about the lock with one of the hotel receptionists and he managed to change my room for me. There’s plenty of restaurants around. I highly recommend cafe Zen (right of hotel) and Boho (left of hotel) I would definitely stay here again!
10
Noor
Mar 8, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing staff! so helpful and always smiling. Very clean property. Also, there are so many restaurants nearby. I would definitely comeback to stay here.
Amazing staff! so helpful and always smiling. Very clean property. Also, there are so many restaurants nearby. I would definitely comeback to stay here.
8
MELVYN
Feb 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Decent quality 3 star hotel on negombo seafront. Nice garden facing the beach and great views of sunsets. Guests were a mixed crowd of locals and foreign tourists. Check in process was slow and inefficient. Staff seemed to struggle to process a group booking ahead of us and told us to wait. This took more than half hour. The older lady who showed us to our room incorrectly told us that there was no room service. Her younger male colleague confirmed there was room service and said he was frustrated with this older ladies capability to do her job. We struggled on our first night as the air con didn't work. The maintenance staff struggled to fix the issue and we had to be moved. Many of the sockets were not to the current Sri Lankan /UK standard. In other words they were the 3 round pin sockets.. Buffet on the saturday was very good and wide ranging. Sunday was a lot worse, we think it may have been cos there were less guests All in all a mixed bag but the staff are reasonably friendly, garden is nice. Rooms need updating but compared to some so called 4 star rival hotels i would say this place is decent value for money.
Decent quality 3 star hotel on negombo seafront. Nice garden facing the beach and great views of sunsets. Guests were a mixed crowd of locals and foreign tourists. Check in process was slow and inefficient. Staff seemed to struggle to process a group booking ahead of us and told us to wait. This took more than half hour. The older lady who showed us to our room incorrectly told us that there was no room service. Her younger male colleague confirmed there was room service and said he was frustrated with this older ladies capability to do her job. We struggled on our first night as the air con didn't work. The maintenance staff struggled to fix the issue and we had to be moved. Many of the sockets were not to the current Sri Lankan /UK standard. In other words they were the 3 round pin sockets.. Buffet on the saturday was very good and wide ranging. Sunday was a lot worse, we think it may have been cos there were less guests All in all a mixed bag but the staff are reasonably friendly, garden is nice. Rooms need updating but compared to some so called 4 star rival hotels i would say this place is decent value for money.
10
KEANCHEE
May 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Value for money for sure! Amazing breakfast with variety of choices. Nice swimming pool and private beach Staffs are very helpful and nice Room is extremely clean and modern
Value for money for sure! Amazing breakfast with variety of choices. Nice swimming pool and private beach Staffs are very helpful and nice Room is extremely clean and modern
10
Cindy
Sep 21, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice hotel, a little worn inside but pool and tiki bar are very nice. Breakfast buffet is excellent and huge. Staff was exceptional, bed comfy. For the price it is worth a stay.
Nice hotel, a little worn inside but pool and tiki bar are very nice. Breakfast buffet is excellent and huge. Staff was exceptional, bed comfy. For the price it is worth a stay.
10
Claudia
Jan 26, 2022
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Stayed 13 nights
Das Hotel ist Zentral, es hat viele Restaurants und Shops in Fussnähe. Das Personal ist super hilfsbereit und macht einen guten job. Die Zimmer im Neubau sind sehr gut eingerichted und sauber. Schön am Strand gelegen, mit 2 Pools, einer offenen Bar und ein Restaurant. Essen war auch sehr gut. Ich komme bestimmt wieder, danke and das Camelot Hotel team für die schöne Zeit.
Das Hotel ist Zentral, es hat viele Restaurants und Shops in Fussnähe. Das Personal ist super hilfsbereit und macht einen guten job. Die Zimmer im Neubau sind sehr gut eingerichted und sauber. Schön am Strand gelegen, mit 2 Pools, einer offenen Bar und ein Restaurant. Essen war auch sehr gut. Ich komme bestimmt wieder, danke and das Camelot Hotel team für die schöne Zeit.
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Rooms
Rooms range from modern to dated, but many find them comfortable with good beds and some spacious sea-view options. A few report noisy or faulty A/C and occasional lock or electrical issues.
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Joseph
Mar 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I really enjoyed how relaxed the Camelot Beach Hotel was. The staff were all very friendly, the room was comfortable and the restaurant had a nice buffet. Of course the beach was lovely, this was a great place to stay at the end of my trip to Sri Lanka - it was nice to have some relaxing walks on the beach prior to me long journey home :) I would definitely stay here again.
I really enjoyed how relaxed the Camelot Beach Hotel was. The staff were all very friendly, the room was comfortable and the restaurant had a nice buffet. Of course the beach was lovely, this was a great place to stay at the end of my trip to Sri Lanka - it was nice to have some relaxing walks on the beach prior to me long journey home :) I would definitely stay here again.
8
Vicki
Nov 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel had great staff, a very nice pool overlooking the beach and another pool facing the dining area. The rooms were clean, comfortable beds, great air conditioning and a good selection of food for breakfast. The beach was very quiet in November and nice to walk along.
This hotel had great staff, a very nice pool overlooking the beach and another pool facing the dining area. The rooms were clean, comfortable beds, great air conditioning and a good selection of food for breakfast. The beach was very quiet in November and nice to walk along.
8
jonathan
Oct 10, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A reasonable mid priced option next to a not so great beach. Easy distance to the airport and short walking distance to a dozen different dining options, a couple of supermarkets and a pharmacy. Good for first or last couple of nights. Rooms appear recently renovated. No lift though!! It’s a two story walk up scenario. Food was ok and well priced. Service a little slow though but still manageable. Basically good value for money, worth a look. But don’t expect too much.
A reasonable mid priced option next to a not so great beach. Easy distance to the airport and short walking distance to a dozen different dining options, a couple of supermarkets and a pharmacy. Good for first or last couple of nights. Rooms appear recently renovated. No lift though!! It’s a two story walk up scenario. Food was ok and well priced. Service a little slow though but still manageable. Basically good value for money, worth a look. But don’t expect too much.
8
Annie
Nov 2, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
I stayed here for 1 night before I joined a group trip in the hotel next door. The staff were amazing. They were continuously cleaning all areas of the hotel. As a solo female, I felt really safe and comfortable here. I booked a sea view room which was lovely and clean and a really good size. Both pools were a good size and nice temperature. The poolside staff would rush over with sun lounger cushions and towels as soon as you sat your things down next to a sun lounger. I re booked this hotel for my last 2 nights after my group trip. I wasn’t as impressed with my second room as the lock didn’t work on my door and it wasn’t updated and modern like my previous room (that’s just me being a snob). It was still clean and tidy and had all the facilities you could want and need. I raised my concerns about the lock with one of the hotel receptionists and he managed to change my room for me. There’s plenty of restaurants around. I highly recommend cafe Zen (right of hotel) and Boho (left of hotel) I would definitely stay here again!
I stayed here for 1 night before I joined a group trip in the hotel next door. The staff were amazing. They were continuously cleaning all areas of the hotel. As a solo female, I felt really safe and comfortable here. I booked a sea view room which was lovely and clean and a really good size. Both pools were a good size and nice temperature. The poolside staff would rush over with sun lounger cushions and towels as soon as you sat your things down next to a sun lounger. I re booked this hotel for my last 2 nights after my group trip. I wasn’t as impressed with my second room as the lock didn’t work on my door and it wasn’t updated and modern like my previous room (that’s just me being a snob). It was still clean and tidy and had all the facilities you could want and need. I raised my concerns about the lock with one of the hotel receptionists and he managed to change my room for me. There’s plenty of restaurants around. I highly recommend cafe Zen (right of hotel) and Boho (left of hotel) I would definitely stay here again!
10
Nicola
Mar 16, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Friendly welcome with welcome drink, all staff really friendly, especially the those around the pool. Really lovely and comfortable room, with view over the pool and partial sea. Would stay here again.
Friendly welcome with welcome drink, all staff really friendly, especially the those around the pool. Really lovely and comfortable room, with view over the pool and partial sea. Would stay here again.
8
MELVYN
Feb 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Decent quality 3 star hotel on negombo seafront. Nice garden facing the beach and great views of sunsets. Guests were a mixed crowd of locals and foreign tourists. Check in process was slow and inefficient. Staff seemed to struggle to process a group booking ahead of us and told us to wait. This took more than half hour. The older lady who showed us to our room incorrectly told us that there was no room service. Her younger male colleague confirmed there was room service and said he was frustrated with this older ladies capability to do her job. We struggled on our first night as the air con didn't work. The maintenance staff struggled to fix the issue and we had to be moved. Many of the sockets were not to the current Sri Lankan /UK standard. In other words they were the 3 round pin sockets.. Buffet on the saturday was very good and wide ranging. Sunday was a lot worse, we think it may have been cos there were less guests All in all a mixed bag but the staff are reasonably friendly, garden is nice. Rooms need updating but compared to some so called 4 star rival hotels i would say this place is decent value for money.
Decent quality 3 star hotel on negombo seafront. Nice garden facing the beach and great views of sunsets. Guests were a mixed crowd of locals and foreign tourists. Check in process was slow and inefficient. Staff seemed to struggle to process a group booking ahead of us and told us to wait. This took more than half hour. The older lady who showed us to our room incorrectly told us that there was no room service. Her younger male colleague confirmed there was room service and said he was frustrated with this older ladies capability to do her job. We struggled on our first night as the air con didn't work. The maintenance staff struggled to fix the issue and we had to be moved. Many of the sockets were not to the current Sri Lankan /UK standard. In other words they were the 3 round pin sockets.. Buffet on the saturday was very good and wide ranging. Sunday was a lot worse, we think it may have been cos there were less guests All in all a mixed bag but the staff are reasonably friendly, garden is nice. Rooms need updating but compared to some so called 4 star rival hotels i would say this place is decent value for money.
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Alain
Feb 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
L’hotel est directement sur la plage avec 2 piscines. Vraiment très agréable. Les chambres sont bien pour un 3 étoiles avec une bonne literie. L’air conditionné un peu bruyant. Mais vous pouvez ouvrir la fenêtre en janvier. Le petit-déjeuner déjeuner est vraiment très bien et varié. Le personnel toujours prêt à aider.
L’hotel est directement sur la plage avec 2 piscines. Vraiment très agréable. Les chambres sont bien pour un 3 étoiles avec une bonne literie. L’air conditionné un peu bruyant. Mais vous pouvez ouvrir la fenêtre en janvier. Le petit-déjeuner déjeuner est vraiment très bien et varié. Le personnel toujours prêt à aider.
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Claudia
Jan 26, 2022
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Stayed 13 nights
Das Hotel ist Zentral, es hat viele Restaurants und Shops in Fussnähe. Das Personal ist super hilfsbereit und macht einen guten job. Die Zimmer im Neubau sind sehr gut eingerichted und sauber. Schön am Strand gelegen, mit 2 Pools, einer offenen Bar und ein Restaurant. Essen war auch sehr gut. Ich komme bestimmt wieder, danke and das Camelot Hotel team für die schöne Zeit.
Das Hotel ist Zentral, es hat viele Restaurants und Shops in Fussnähe. Das Personal ist super hilfsbereit und macht einen guten job. Die Zimmer im Neubau sind sehr gut eingerichted und sauber. Schön am Strand gelegen, mit 2 Pools, einer offenen Bar und ein Restaurant. Essen war auch sehr gut. Ich komme bestimmt wieder, danke and das Camelot Hotel team für die schöne Zeit.
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Amanda
Sep 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We arrived after midnight and found staff waiting for us, check in smooth, drinks served and bags taken to our rooms. Room was good size but only really cared about bed at that stage which was very comfy. Woke to great view of pool and beach which the restaurant also overlooks, where we had a lovely breakfast with lots of options.
We arrived after midnight and found staff waiting for us, check in smooth, drinks served and bags taken to our rooms. Room was good size but only really cared about bed at that stage which was very comfy. Woke to great view of pool and beach which the restaurant also overlooks, where we had a lovely breakfast with lots of options.
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Emmanuel
Mar 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Correct. Bien placé. Equipement et chambre un peu vieillot pour le prix
Correct. Bien placé. Equipement et chambre un peu vieillot pour le prix
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Service
Staff are widely described as friendly and helpful. However, some guests experienced slow or confusing check-ins, weak follow-up on lost items, or unfriendly service at the pool bar.
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F
Jun 15, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I wish I could rate the staff at different areas differently. The staff at the desk and at breakfast were great and very friendly. The bar by the pool was a disgrace - the staff were not that polite, and they add on taxes amounting to about 35% extra on your bill without any notice before or when we ordered, - so a total rip off. Be aware of this! I asked them and they basically just laughed. The food was ok, but not at the price we ended up paying for it. The hotel need a bit of TLC and sprucing up - it looks tired and run down. I also got hounded by the people on the beach who leant over the hotel wall to get me to buy things - I ended up moving because of it and complained to the bar staff, who again did nothing. Breakfast was good - a fair choice for the price - be aware of the birds though - they steal stuff :) The staff at breakfast were great - they chased away the birds as we hadn't noticed :) I would not stay there again and I'm glad we were just there for 1 night.
I wish I could rate the staff at different areas differently. The staff at the desk and at breakfast were great and very friendly. The bar by the pool was a disgrace - the staff were not that polite, and they add on taxes amounting to about 35% extra on your bill without any notice before or when we ordered, - so a total rip off. Be aware of this! I asked them and they basically just laughed. The food was ok, but not at the price we ended up paying for it. The hotel need a bit of TLC and sprucing up - it looks tired and run down. I also got hounded by the people on the beach who leant over the hotel wall to get me to buy things - I ended up moving because of it and complained to the bar staff, who again did nothing. Breakfast was good - a fair choice for the price - be aware of the birds though - they steal stuff :) The staff at breakfast were great - they chased away the birds as we hadn't noticed :) I would not stay there again and I'm glad we were just there for 1 night.
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Andrew
Dec 2, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Overall, not a bad hotel. Staff were initially welcoming. However, I booked 2 nights, rather than 1 night and a late check out as I would be using the room until around midnight on the second night so felt it more appropriate to try get a sleep before my flight. At around 1820, the phone rang in my room whilst trying to nap to invite me to some christmas event in the lobby. They weren't to know I was napping but I said no thank you and advised I was trying to sleep before an early flight. No apology, suggesting they didn't really understand what I was saying. At around 9pm the phone rang *again* in the room asking if I could bring my passport to reception as they forgot to take a photo copy. Really frustrating as I told them I was trying to sleep and would be checking out around midnight. Again, no apology. I then went to ask to speak to a manager who said he'd try sort something for check out - I asked for some kind of partial refund as I couldn't get the required peace and quiet use out of the room that I paid for which I think is reasonable but alas, no. Really left a bad taste in my mouth and for that reason, just hope you won't have problems as they're unlikely to offer any kind of gesture by way of apology and they really can't read as to whether someone wants to be disturbed or not.
Overall, not a bad hotel. Staff were initially welcoming. However, I booked 2 nights, rather than 1 night and a late check out as I would be using the room until around midnight on the second night so felt it more appropriate to try get a sleep before my flight. At around 1820, the phone rang in my room whilst trying to nap to invite me to some christmas event in the lobby. They weren't to know I was napping but I said no thank you and advised I was trying to sleep before an early flight. No apology, suggesting they didn't really understand what I was saying. At around 9pm the phone rang *again* in the room asking if I could bring my passport to reception as they forgot to take a photo copy. Really frustrating as I told them I was trying to sleep and would be checking out around midnight. Again, no apology. I then went to ask to speak to a manager who said he'd try sort something for check out - I asked for some kind of partial refund as I couldn't get the required peace and quiet use out of the room that I paid for which I think is reasonable but alas, no. Really left a bad taste in my mouth and for that reason, just hope you won't have problems as they're unlikely to offer any kind of gesture by way of apology and they really can't read as to whether someone wants to be disturbed or not.
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Tom
Feb 18, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
Excellent place to stay. Awesome breakfast many items to choose from. Staff is great. Grounds and pool area is wonderful. There is a multitude of restaurants within easy walking distance. Property is right on the beach. The bar and pool staff could do a better job of going around and asking if you want a drink or food. If you sit in the chairs next to the beach the street vendors are very obnoxious, perhaps the hotel could help with that. As caution while in Sri Lanka watch out for the stray dogs they will sneak up behind you and bite you.
Excellent place to stay. Awesome breakfast many items to choose from. Staff is great. Grounds and pool area is wonderful. There is a multitude of restaurants within easy walking distance. Property is right on the beach. The bar and pool staff could do a better job of going around and asking if you want a drink or food. If you sit in the chairs next to the beach the street vendors are very obnoxious, perhaps the hotel could help with that. As caution while in Sri Lanka watch out for the stray dogs they will sneak up behind you and bite you.
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Cedric
Oct 16, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
I have been visiting this hotel over the years and is has always been a favorite in Negombo. The hotel has seen some upgrades which makes it fresh, with nice modern deco. The staff are wonderful. The staff at reception, the dining room staff and the staff that maintain the rooms. The pool staff make sure that you all you need for a day by the pool or beach. The hotel gardens open out onto the beach. I will be back on my next visit to Sri Lanka in 2024.
I have been visiting this hotel over the years and is has always been a favorite in Negombo. The hotel has seen some upgrades which makes it fresh, with nice modern deco. The staff are wonderful. The staff at reception, the dining room staff and the staff that maintain the rooms. The pool staff make sure that you all you need for a day by the pool or beach. The hotel gardens open out onto the beach. I will be back on my next visit to Sri Lanka in 2024.
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Evelyn
Jan 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Late night staff had difficulty retrieving and correctly checking in Expedia reservations. Took over 30 minutes and then later came to the room to make additional changes.
Late night staff had difficulty retrieving and correctly checking in Expedia reservations. Took over 30 minutes and then later came to the room to make additional changes.
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Michelle
Jun 4, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel staff was amazing. Probably one of the best hotel staffs of any hotel I’ve ever stayed in. It is right on the beach, although there were a lot of hawkers, which was a little bothersome while you’re trying to relax. The two pools and pool bar were amazing, clean and inviting. My room came with complementary Breakfast and dinner and both had amazing food options.
The hotel staff was amazing. Probably one of the best hotel staffs of any hotel I’ve ever stayed in. It is right on the beach, although there were a lot of hawkers, which was a little bothersome while you’re trying to relax. The two pools and pool bar were amazing, clean and inviting. My room came with complementary Breakfast and dinner and both had amazing food options.
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Annie
Nov 2, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
I stayed here for 1 night before I joined a group trip in the hotel next door. The staff were amazing. They were continuously cleaning all areas of the hotel. As a solo female, I felt really safe and comfortable here. I booked a sea view room which was lovely and clean and a really good size. Both pools were a good size and nice temperature. The poolside staff would rush over with sun lounger cushions and towels as soon as you sat your things down next to a sun lounger. I re booked this hotel for my last 2 nights after my group trip. I wasn’t as impressed with my second room as the lock didn’t work on my door and it wasn’t updated and modern like my previous room (that’s just me being a snob). It was still clean and tidy and had all the facilities you could want and need. I raised my concerns about the lock with one of the hotel receptionists and he managed to change my room for me. There’s plenty of restaurants around. I highly recommend cafe Zen (right of hotel) and Boho (left of hotel) I would definitely stay here again!
I stayed here for 1 night before I joined a group trip in the hotel next door. The staff were amazing. They were continuously cleaning all areas of the hotel. As a solo female, I felt really safe and comfortable here. I booked a sea view room which was lovely and clean and a really good size. Both pools were a good size and nice temperature. The poolside staff would rush over with sun lounger cushions and towels as soon as you sat your things down next to a sun lounger. I re booked this hotel for my last 2 nights after my group trip. I wasn’t as impressed with my second room as the lock didn’t work on my door and it wasn’t updated and modern like my previous room (that’s just me being a snob). It was still clean and tidy and had all the facilities you could want and need. I raised my concerns about the lock with one of the hotel receptionists and he managed to change my room for me. There’s plenty of restaurants around. I highly recommend cafe Zen (right of hotel) and Boho (left of hotel) I would definitely stay here again!
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MELVYN
Feb 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Decent quality 3 star hotel on negombo seafront. Nice garden facing the beach and great views of sunsets. Guests were a mixed crowd of locals and foreign tourists. Check in process was slow and inefficient. Staff seemed to struggle to process a group booking ahead of us and told us to wait. This took more than half hour. The older lady who showed us to our room incorrectly told us that there was no room service. Her younger male colleague confirmed there was room service and said he was frustrated with this older ladies capability to do her job. We struggled on our first night as the air con didn't work. The maintenance staff struggled to fix the issue and we had to be moved. Many of the sockets were not to the current Sri Lankan /UK standard. In other words they were the 3 round pin sockets.. Buffet on the saturday was very good and wide ranging. Sunday was a lot worse, we think it may have been cos there were less guests All in all a mixed bag but the staff are reasonably friendly, garden is nice. Rooms need updating but compared to some so called 4 star rival hotels i would say this place is decent value for money.
Decent quality 3 star hotel on negombo seafront. Nice garden facing the beach and great views of sunsets. Guests were a mixed crowd of locals and foreign tourists. Check in process was slow and inefficient. Staff seemed to struggle to process a group booking ahead of us and told us to wait. This took more than half hour. The older lady who showed us to our room incorrectly told us that there was no room service. Her younger male colleague confirmed there was room service and said he was frustrated with this older ladies capability to do her job. We struggled on our first night as the air con didn't work. The maintenance staff struggled to fix the issue and we had to be moved. Many of the sockets were not to the current Sri Lankan /UK standard. In other words they were the 3 round pin sockets.. Buffet on the saturday was very good and wide ranging. Sunday was a lot worse, we think it may have been cos there were less guests All in all a mixed bag but the staff are reasonably friendly, garden is nice. Rooms need updating but compared to some so called 4 star rival hotels i would say this place is decent value for money.
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Douglas
Jan 27, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
perfect place to stay after a long flight. Close to airport, nice pool, great breakfast and friendly staff
perfect place to stay after a long flight. Close to airport, nice pool, great breakfast and friendly staff
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Alain
Feb 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
What really disappointed me is that I forgot my coat in the room and when I phoned them and asked if they found it … they answered to me : thanks for the information and hanged up without asking my coordinates. Is it just idiocy or they just do not care ? Or both ? That’s really upsetting.
What really disappointed me is that I forgot my coat in the room and when I phoned them and asked if they found it … they answered to me : thanks for the information and hanged up without asking my coordinates. Is it just idiocy or they just do not care ? Or both ? That’s really upsetting.
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Location
Beachfront location within easy walking distance of many restaurants and shops, and convenient for the airport. Several note beach hawkers and, at times, beach cleanliness or quality.
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F
Jun 15, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I wish I could rate the staff at different areas differently. The staff at the desk and at breakfast were great and very friendly. The bar by the pool was a disgrace - the staff were not that polite, and they add on taxes amounting to about 35% extra on your bill without any notice before or when we ordered, - so a total rip off. Be aware of this! I asked them and they basically just laughed. The food was ok, but not at the price we ended up paying for it. The hotel need a bit of TLC and sprucing up - it looks tired and run down. I also got hounded by the people on the beach who leant over the hotel wall to get me to buy things - I ended up moving because of it and complained to the bar staff, who again did nothing. Breakfast was good - a fair choice for the price - be aware of the birds though - they steal stuff :) The staff at breakfast were great - they chased away the birds as we hadn't noticed :) I would not stay there again and I'm glad we were just there for 1 night.
I wish I could rate the staff at different areas differently. The staff at the desk and at breakfast were great and very friendly. The bar by the pool was a disgrace - the staff were not that polite, and they add on taxes amounting to about 35% extra on your bill without any notice before or when we ordered, - so a total rip off. Be aware of this! I asked them and they basically just laughed. The food was ok, but not at the price we ended up paying for it. The hotel need a bit of TLC and sprucing up - it looks tired and run down. I also got hounded by the people on the beach who leant over the hotel wall to get me to buy things - I ended up moving because of it and complained to the bar staff, who again did nothing. Breakfast was good - a fair choice for the price - be aware of the birds though - they steal stuff :) The staff at breakfast were great - they chased away the birds as we hadn't noticed :) I would not stay there again and I'm glad we were just there for 1 night.
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Tom
Feb 18, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
Excellent place to stay. Awesome breakfast many items to choose from. Staff is great. Grounds and pool area is wonderful. There is a multitude of restaurants within easy walking distance. Property is right on the beach. The bar and pool staff could do a better job of going around and asking if you want a drink or food. If you sit in the chairs next to the beach the street vendors are very obnoxious, perhaps the hotel could help with that. As caution while in Sri Lanka watch out for the stray dogs they will sneak up behind you and bite you.
Excellent place to stay. Awesome breakfast many items to choose from. Staff is great. Grounds and pool area is wonderful. There is a multitude of restaurants within easy walking distance. Property is right on the beach. The bar and pool staff could do a better job of going around and asking if you want a drink or food. If you sit in the chairs next to the beach the street vendors are very obnoxious, perhaps the hotel could help with that. As caution while in Sri Lanka watch out for the stray dogs they will sneak up behind you and bite you.
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jonathan
Oct 10, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A reasonable mid priced option next to a not so great beach. Easy distance to the airport and short walking distance to a dozen different dining options, a couple of supermarkets and a pharmacy. Good for first or last couple of nights. Rooms appear recently renovated. No lift though!! It’s a two story walk up scenario. Food was ok and well priced. Service a little slow though but still manageable. Basically good value for money, worth a look. But don’t expect too much.
A reasonable mid priced option next to a not so great beach. Easy distance to the airport and short walking distance to a dozen different dining options, a couple of supermarkets and a pharmacy. Good for first or last couple of nights. Rooms appear recently renovated. No lift though!! It’s a two story walk up scenario. Food was ok and well priced. Service a little slow though but still manageable. Basically good value for money, worth a look. But don’t expect too much.
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Michelle
Jun 4, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel staff was amazing. Probably one of the best hotel staffs of any hotel I’ve ever stayed in. It is right on the beach, although there were a lot of hawkers, which was a little bothersome while you’re trying to relax. The two pools and pool bar were amazing, clean and inviting. My room came with complementary Breakfast and dinner and both had amazing food options.
The hotel staff was amazing. Probably one of the best hotel staffs of any hotel I’ve ever stayed in. It is right on the beach, although there were a lot of hawkers, which was a little bothersome while you’re trying to relax. The two pools and pool bar were amazing, clean and inviting. My room came with complementary Breakfast and dinner and both had amazing food options.
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Tom
Jan 31, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, excellent pool area, beach was amazing, pleasant staff, lots of restaurants and shops within easy walking distance.
Great location, excellent pool area, beach was amazing, pleasant staff, lots of restaurants and shops within easy walking distance.
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MELVYN
Feb 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Decent quality 3 star hotel on negombo seafront. Nice garden facing the beach and great views of sunsets. Guests were a mixed crowd of locals and foreign tourists. Check in process was slow and inefficient. Staff seemed to struggle to process a group booking ahead of us and told us to wait. This took more than half hour. The older lady who showed us to our room incorrectly told us that there was no room service. Her younger male colleague confirmed there was room service and said he was frustrated with this older ladies capability to do her job. We struggled on our first night as the air con didn't work. The maintenance staff struggled to fix the issue and we had to be moved. Many of the sockets were not to the current Sri Lankan /UK standard. In other words they were the 3 round pin sockets.. Buffet on the saturday was very good and wide ranging. Sunday was a lot worse, we think it may have been cos there were less guests All in all a mixed bag but the staff are reasonably friendly, garden is nice. Rooms need updating but compared to some so called 4 star rival hotels i would say this place is decent value for money.
Decent quality 3 star hotel on negombo seafront. Nice garden facing the beach and great views of sunsets. Guests were a mixed crowd of locals and foreign tourists. Check in process was slow and inefficient. Staff seemed to struggle to process a group booking ahead of us and told us to wait. This took more than half hour. The older lady who showed us to our room incorrectly told us that there was no room service. Her younger male colleague confirmed there was room service and said he was frustrated with this older ladies capability to do her job. We struggled on our first night as the air con didn't work. The maintenance staff struggled to fix the issue and we had to be moved. Many of the sockets were not to the current Sri Lankan /UK standard. In other words they were the 3 round pin sockets.. Buffet on the saturday was very good and wide ranging. Sunday was a lot worse, we think it may have been cos there were less guests All in all a mixed bag but the staff are reasonably friendly, garden is nice. Rooms need updating but compared to some so called 4 star rival hotels i would say this place is decent value for money.
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Nimish
Mar 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location hotel for beach and restaurants. BUT hotel staff - Not to be trusted. They Stole my jumper from my bedroom wardrobe. I know that for a Fact. It was reported , but the “ managers “ didn’t want to know - said will look at CCTV ! A joke ! The staff & / or Manager in it - stealing MY clothing.
Great location hotel for beach and restaurants. BUT hotel staff - Not to be trusted. They Stole my jumper from my bedroom wardrobe. I know that for a Fact. It was reported , but the “ managers “ didn’t want to know - said will look at CCTV ! A joke ! The staff & / or Manager in it - stealing MY clothing.
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Robert
Feb 12, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfekt hotell några nätter när man kommer eller är på väg hem till SriLanka . Utmärkt och bra service vid poolen. Missa inte att besöka resturang SeaVeiw som ligger precis intill.
Perfekt hotell några nätter när man kommer eller är på väg hem till SriLanka . Utmärkt och bra service vid poolen. Missa inte att besöka resturang SeaVeiw som ligger precis intill.
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Douglas
Jan 27, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
perfect place to stay after a long flight. Close to airport, nice pool, great breakfast and friendly staff
perfect place to stay after a long flight. Close to airport, nice pool, great breakfast and friendly staff
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michelle
Mar 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful view off ocean. Buffet very good.
Beautiful view off ocean. Buffet very good.
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Dining
Breakfast and buffets are frequently praised for variety and quality, with some good dinner options. A few mention inconsistent quality or issues at the pool bar, including added charges or hygiene concerns.
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F
Jun 15, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I wish I could rate the staff at different areas differently. The staff at the desk and at breakfast were great and very friendly. The bar by the pool was a disgrace - the staff were not that polite, and they add on taxes amounting to about 35% extra on your bill without any notice before or when we ordered, - so a total rip off. Be aware of this! I asked them and they basically just laughed. The food was ok, but not at the price we ended up paying for it. The hotel need a bit of TLC and sprucing up - it looks tired and run down. I also got hounded by the people on the beach who leant over the hotel wall to get me to buy things - I ended up moving because of it and complained to the bar staff, who again did nothing. Breakfast was good - a fair choice for the price - be aware of the birds though - they steal stuff :) The staff at breakfast were great - they chased away the birds as we hadn't noticed :) I would not stay there again and I'm glad we were just there for 1 night.
I wish I could rate the staff at different areas differently. The staff at the desk and at breakfast were great and very friendly. The bar by the pool was a disgrace - the staff were not that polite, and they add on taxes amounting to about 35% extra on your bill without any notice before or when we ordered, - so a total rip off. Be aware of this! I asked them and they basically just laughed. The food was ok, but not at the price we ended up paying for it. The hotel need a bit of TLC and sprucing up - it looks tired and run down. I also got hounded by the people on the beach who leant over the hotel wall to get me to buy things - I ended up moving because of it and complained to the bar staff, who again did nothing. Breakfast was good - a fair choice for the price - be aware of the birds though - they steal stuff :) The staff at breakfast were great - they chased away the birds as we hadn't noticed :) I would not stay there again and I'm glad we were just there for 1 night.
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Edward
Sep 1, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
I really dissapoonted with the hotel service. Many times i ask to open my door room because key was not working. Breakfast dirty, too many flies and brownie was moldy and not fresh. No soap provide after 1 day. I stay here 1week, but no correction. Elevator not working, no repair/maintenance. 1 week up and down by stair 👎 I really not recommended to stay here
I really dissapoonted with the hotel service. Many times i ask to open my door room because key was not working. Breakfast dirty, too many flies and brownie was moldy and not fresh. No soap provide after 1 day. I stay here 1week, but no correction. Elevator not working, no repair/maintenance. 1 week up and down by stair 👎 I really not recommended to stay here
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Joseph
Mar 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I really enjoyed how relaxed the Camelot Beach Hotel was. The staff were all very friendly, the room was comfortable and the restaurant had a nice buffet. Of course the beach was lovely, this was a great place to stay at the end of my trip to Sri Lanka - it was nice to have some relaxing walks on the beach prior to me long journey home :) I would definitely stay here again.
I really enjoyed how relaxed the Camelot Beach Hotel was. The staff were all very friendly, the room was comfortable and the restaurant had a nice buffet. Of course the beach was lovely, this was a great place to stay at the end of my trip to Sri Lanka - it was nice to have some relaxing walks on the beach prior to me long journey home :) I would definitely stay here again.
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Vicki
Nov 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel had great staff, a very nice pool overlooking the beach and another pool facing the dining area. The rooms were clean, comfortable beds, great air conditioning and a good selection of food for breakfast. The beach was very quiet in November and nice to walk along.
This hotel had great staff, a very nice pool overlooking the beach and another pool facing the dining area. The rooms were clean, comfortable beds, great air conditioning and a good selection of food for breakfast. The beach was very quiet in November and nice to walk along.
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Alain
Feb 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nous avons été vraiment séduits par cet hôtel. Nous recommandons les chambres hauts de gamme bien mieux que les chambres standards. Le buffet est excellent et varié pour 15€. Le personnel très attentionné.
Nous avons été vraiment séduits par cet hôtel. Nous recommandons les chambres hauts de gamme bien mieux que les chambres standards. Le buffet est excellent et varié pour 15€. Le personnel très attentionné.
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Michelle
Jun 4, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel staff was amazing. Probably one of the best hotel staffs of any hotel I’ve ever stayed in. It is right on the beach, although there were a lot of hawkers, which was a little bothersome while you’re trying to relax. The two pools and pool bar were amazing, clean and inviting. My room came with complementary Breakfast and dinner and both had amazing food options.
The hotel staff was amazing. Probably one of the best hotel staffs of any hotel I’ve ever stayed in. It is right on the beach, although there were a lot of hawkers, which was a little bothersome while you’re trying to relax. The two pools and pool bar were amazing, clean and inviting. My room came with complementary Breakfast and dinner and both had amazing food options.
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MELVYN
Feb 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Decent quality 3 star hotel on negombo seafront. Nice garden facing the beach and great views of sunsets. Guests were a mixed crowd of locals and foreign tourists. Check in process was slow and inefficient. Staff seemed to struggle to process a group booking ahead of us and told us to wait. This took more than half hour. The older lady who showed us to our room incorrectly told us that there was no room service. Her younger male colleague confirmed there was room service and said he was frustrated with this older ladies capability to do her job. We struggled on our first night as the air con didn't work. The maintenance staff struggled to fix the issue and we had to be moved. Many of the sockets were not to the current Sri Lankan /UK standard. In other words they were the 3 round pin sockets.. Buffet on the saturday was very good and wide ranging. Sunday was a lot worse, we think it may have been cos there were less guests All in all a mixed bag but the staff are reasonably friendly, garden is nice. Rooms need updating but compared to some so called 4 star rival hotels i would say this place is decent value for money.
Decent quality 3 star hotel on negombo seafront. Nice garden facing the beach and great views of sunsets. Guests were a mixed crowd of locals and foreign tourists. Check in process was slow and inefficient. Staff seemed to struggle to process a group booking ahead of us and told us to wait. This took more than half hour. The older lady who showed us to our room incorrectly told us that there was no room service. Her younger male colleague confirmed there was room service and said he was frustrated with this older ladies capability to do her job. We struggled on our first night as the air con didn't work. The maintenance staff struggled to fix the issue and we had to be moved. Many of the sockets were not to the current Sri Lankan /UK standard. In other words they were the 3 round pin sockets.. Buffet on the saturday was very good and wide ranging. Sunday was a lot worse, we think it may have been cos there were less guests All in all a mixed bag but the staff are reasonably friendly, garden is nice. Rooms need updating but compared to some so called 4 star rival hotels i would say this place is decent value for money.
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Alain
Feb 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
L’hotel est directement sur la plage avec 2 piscines. Vraiment très agréable. Les chambres sont bien pour un 3 étoiles avec une bonne literie. L’air conditionné un peu bruyant. Mais vous pouvez ouvrir la fenêtre en janvier. Le petit-déjeuner déjeuner est vraiment très bien et varié. Le personnel toujours prêt à aider.
L’hotel est directement sur la plage avec 2 piscines. Vraiment très agréable. Les chambres sont bien pour un 3 étoiles avec une bonne literie. L’air conditionné un peu bruyant. Mais vous pouvez ouvrir la fenêtre en janvier. Le petit-déjeuner déjeuner est vraiment très bien et varié. Le personnel toujours prêt à aider.
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Douglas
Jan 27, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
perfect place to stay after a long flight. Close to airport, nice pool, great breakfast and friendly staff
perfect place to stay after a long flight. Close to airport, nice pool, great breakfast and friendly staff
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michelle
Mar 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful view off ocean. Buffet very good.
Beautiful view off ocean. Buffet very good.
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LISA
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
GREAT location on the beach. Beautiful pools,
GREAT location on the beach. Beautiful pools,
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Audrey
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
We checked in past midnight. Hotel room had no lifts to our room so we had to lug our luggages via two flight of stairs. Room is so pathetically old and towels were grey. No tissues or basic amenities like toothbrush were provided. The hotel needs a refresh!
We checked in past midnight. Hotel room had no lifts to our room so we had to lug our luggages via two flight of stairs. Room is so pathetically old and towels were grey. No tissues or basic amenities like toothbrush were provided. The hotel needs a refresh!
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Garry
Mar 26, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Great buffet breakfast. Modern clean rooms. Lovely garden area and pool to relax by.
Great buffet breakfast. Modern clean rooms. Lovely garden area and pool to relax by.
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Douglas
Jan 27, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
perfect place to stay after a long flight. Close to airport, nice pool, great breakfast and friendly staff
perfect place to stay after a long flight. Close to airport, nice pool, great breakfast and friendly staff
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Nimish
Mar 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location hotel for beach and restaurants. BUT hotel staff - Not to be trusted. They Stole my jumper from my bedroom wardrobe. I know that for a Fact. It was reported , but the “ managers “ didn’t want to know - said will look at CCTV ! A joke ! The staff & / or Manager in it - stealing MY clothing.
Great location hotel for beach and restaurants. BUT hotel staff - Not to be trusted. They Stole my jumper from my bedroom wardrobe. I know that for a Fact. It was reported , but the “ managers “ didn’t want to know - said will look at CCTV ! A joke ! The staff & / or Manager in it - stealing MY clothing.
FAQs about Camelot Beach Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Limited parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee of approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children.
Does the property allow pets?
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is at 2:00 PM and check-out time is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and should be arranged in advance.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers wheelchair-accessible facilities including a concierge desk, meeting spaces, on-site restaurant, pool, and public washrooms. There are also limited wheelchair-accessible rooms available.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in the heart of Negombo, within a 5-minute drive of Negombo Beach and St. Sebastian's Church. It is approximately 1.4 miles from St Anthony's Church and 1.5 miles from Ave Maria Convent.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features a swimming pool with access available from 9 AM to 8 PM. Guests can enjoy pool sun loungers and umbrellas.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Up to 2 children 6 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of USD 15.00 per day, and advance request or confirmation is required.
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What do room rates at Camelot Beach Hotel in Negombo usually run?
Over the next 60–90 days, room rates at Camelot Beach Hotel in Negombo typically land around $95 a night for two guests, ranging from $82 to $142 on available dates.
When is the best time to visit Camelot Beach Hotel to avoid crowds?
January is the busiest month at Camelot Beach Hotel in Negombo, and demand falls steadily afterward; the quietest month for visits is June. Expect activity to be lower through April–June, with numbers rising again toward November and December.
Which month has the lowest room rates at Camelot Beach Hotel?
October is the cheapest month to stay at Camelot Beach Hotel in Negombo, averaging $100 a night, while January is the priciest at $168. October’s lower rates come even though June is the quietest month for crowds.
What’s the neighbourhood like around Camelot Beach Hotel in Negombo?
Camelot Beach Hotel in Negombo sits in Western Province steps from Negombo Beach and Negombo Beach Park, with easy access to the Dutch Canal and the bustling Negombo Fish Market. The hotel is well suited to couples and families and leans into beach and family-friendly themes.
How does the nightly price at Camelot Beach Hotel in Negombo compare to recent weeks?
The current price at Camelot Beach Hotel in Negombo is $70 per night for 2 guests, which is low for this hotel: about 35% below its $106 average over the last 60 days. Most nights over that period fell between $77 and $210.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-09-19: NO DATA
- 2026-09-20: 75.69131945594788USD
- 2026-09-21: 75.69131945594788USD
- 2026-09-22: 71.47145052211762USD
- 2026-09-23: 71.11164250774384USD
- 2026-09-24: 71.11164250774384USD
- 2026-09-25: 70.48415534122468USD
- 2026-09-26: 74.48070573509217USD
- 2026-09-27: 71.85000492473603USD
- 2026-09-28: 71.07819246871948USD
- 2026-09-29: 71.04172461158753USD
- 2026-09-30: 71.05933220054627USD
- 2026-10-01: 69.19745230808259USD
- 2026-10-02: 71.15885449813842USD
- 2026-10-03: 69.21756087547303USD
- 2026-10-04: 69.19745230808259USD
- 2026-10-05: 71.87554906871796USD
- 2026-10-06: 69.19745230808259USD
- 2026-10-07: 69.92769859016418USD
- 2026-10-08: 73.29422579910279USD
- 2026-10-09: 71.15885449813842USD
- 2026-10-10: 70.88333515090943USD
- 2026-10-11: 69.92769859016418USD
- 2026-10-12: 69.92769859016418USD
- 2026-10-13: 74.13633283103943USD
- 2026-10-14: 71.15885449813842USD
- 2026-10-15: 70.3656588955307USD
- 2026-10-16: 69.92769859016418USD
- 2026-10-17: 72.1313759482956USD
- 2026-10-18: 75.53253579551696USD
- 2026-10-19: 69.92769859016418USD
- 2026-10-20: 70.88333515090943USD
- 2026-10-21: 69.92769859016418USD
- 2026-10-22: 69.92769859016418USD
- 2026-10-23: 71.15885449813842USD
- 2026-10-24: 70.52509079555512USD
- 2026-10-25: 72.1313759482956USD
- 2026-10-26: 83.16094049194336USD
- 2026-10-27: 69.92769859016418USD
- 2026-10-28: 83.69064859977722USD
- 2026-10-29: 82.3141994229126USD
- 2026-10-30: 69.92769859016418USD
- 2026-10-31: 83.26102342918396USD
- 2026-11-01: 96.71683051139831USD
- 2026-11-02: 111.76377671585084USD
- 2026-11-03: 95.32327306526184USD
- 2026-11-04: 111.45175447151185USD
- 2026-11-05: 83.2660779460144USD
- 2026-11-06: 142.30427116470338USD
- 2026-11-07: 100.0993534703064USD
- 2026-11-08: 93.54246254196167USD
- 2026-11-09: 104.8839398300171USD
- 2026-11-10: 110.85759908409119USD
- 2026-11-11: 104.8839398300171USD
- 2026-11-12: 108.40737606056214USD
- 2026-11-13: 100.0993534703064USD
- 2026-11-14: 100.0993534703064USD
- 2026-11-15: 100.0993534703064USD
- 2026-11-16: 104.8839398300171USD
- 2026-11-17: 110.85759908409119USD
- 2026-11-18: 97.89802817070007USD
- 2026-11-19: 94.49882618225098USD
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Pool access available from 9 AM to 8:00 PM.
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Up to 2 children 6 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
- Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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