Nilaveli Beach Hotel
Trincomalee
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Why people book this hotel
“Location, friendly Staff, facilities and good food”
“Beautiful location, food, pool and lovely staff”
“Fantastic staff, fantastic setting -we couldn’t ask for more”
“The location and staff”
“Booked 2 rooms so see previous review”
“The rooms are simple, large and clean, with comfy beds and amazing views out to …”
“Furthermore the rooms are big and clean”
“The rooms comfy and clean”
“Also the breakfast and dinner are really really good”
“Good breakfast and very nice dinner buffet”
“The location is beautiful, immerse in the green with a private beach and swimmin…”
“We stayed for 8 nights and had a chance to really relax by the pool and in the s…”
Overview
This hotel is nestled on Nilavali Beach, a 10-minute boat ride from Pigeon Island. It offers free Wi-Fi in public areas, a large outdoor pool and spacious rooms with views of the ocean. Rooms are decorated in soothing neutral colours and equipped with air conditioning, a minibar and a safe. They also have a DVD player and a tea/coffee maker. The beachfront restaurant provides an international menu and a variety of drinks. Nilavali Beach Hotel is a 40-minute drive from Trincomalee Natural Harbour and Swami Rock. Bandaranaike International Airport is located 255 km from the hotel.
Traveller reviews
Kunjali
solo_traveller
June 2, 2026
“This is the right place for a hide out by the beach! So calm and quiet cottages close the beach. Rooms are spacious, foo”
Location, friendly Staff, facilities and good food
Natasha
solo_traveller
May 30, 2026
“A great place to stay with unbelievable staff”
Everything! Booked 2 rooms so see previous review
Natasha
couple
May 30, 2026
“A home away from home - where you’ll be treated like a king or queen”
Everything! Fantastic staff, fantastic setting -we couldn’t ask for more!
ALEX
couple
May 23, 2026
“Amazing totally relaxing luxurious treat to end an amazing trip to see amazing Sri Lanka!”
Beautiful location, food, pool and lovely staff. Pigeon island snorkelling was amazing!
selvadurai
couple
March 18, 2026
“Love this place.”
The location and staff
Uda
couple
March 11, 2026
Staff was great. Food was delicious.
Niranjan
family_with_children
January 27, 2026
Perfect atmosphere to Relax. Old school personalised service. Love the food.
Sunder Dharmar
family_with_children
January 17, 2026
“Could have been much better”
Location was good
Jayantha
family_with_children
December 27, 2025
“We were there 3 nights and was very quiet and really relaxed”
Staff is very welcoming and very helpful
khadvita gamage don lasantha
family_with_children
October 22, 2025
Location, ocean view, garden is best 👌 friendly staff.
Arianna
couple
August 31, 2025
“We would get back there. Nice and clean and very relaxing”
The staff is amazing, always happy to help! Very helpful with every request we raised. The location is beautiful, immerse in the green with a private beach and swimming full. Also the breakfast and dinner are really really good.
Arianna
couple
August 31, 2025
First of all the staff is amazing, always happy to help! Furthermore the rooms are big and clean. The resort has a private beach and it’s essentially surrounded by trees everywhere which makes the location unique
Kirsty H (UK)
family_with_children
July 26, 2025
“Fabulously relaxing vibe...a little remote from other eateries”
We stayed for 8 nights and had a chance to really relax by the pool and in the sea. The beach was beautiful with pigeon island opposite, it felt like paradise! Easy access to pigeon island for snorkeling but it is expensive with the government marine park charge ($50 per adult) which is fine to help conserve the area but unfortunately it was very busy and the coral has suffered. But we did see turtle and reef sharks and lots and lots of fish. The dive centre next to the hotel (Dive for you) did snorkeling guiding which was great (we don't dive!). The a la carte food was excellent, the buffet good to but not as good value. The rooms comfy and clean. They look after the grounds well too so no mossies.
Berit
family_with_children
July 20, 2025
“Classic and historical hotel with beautiful location and friendly staff.”
Very nice atmosphere with friendly staff. The beach is clean and nice. Good breakfast and very nice dinner buffet.
Amanda
extended_group
May 19, 2025
“My Happy Place”
I love coming here, this is my 3rd visit. I love the open space of the resort, the quite nature, the palm trees, the relaxed poolside, the beach views, the calm ocean is great for swimming. Everything about this resort is amazing for adults, this is my happy place to unwind and re-fill my cup. The staff are caring and kind, the food and cocktails at the beachside restaurant is delicious, we enjoyed beautiful soulful music by the very talented musician who plays multiple instruments. The buffet breakfast is to die for, so many delicious options and food choices. The rooms are simple, large and clean, with comfy beds and amazing views out to the pool / ocean. You can do as little or as much as you like, easy to ride into town and see the local sights or go snorkelling, diving or just relax.
Brindley
couple
February 2, 2025
“good”
we did not get rooms next to each other and we wanted beach view
Piotr
couple
January 21, 2025
“Very nice quiet place with the nice beach.”
Remote location, quiet place. Empty beach. Good breakfast.
wayne
family_with_children
January 8, 2025
“Can’t trust the staff”
well one of the staff members took my daughter‘s bag never got it back at the front restaurant
Thayalan
family_with_children
October 31, 2024
“A very poor quality experience for the money.”
The only saving grace was the beach.
Cacchioli
couple
October 12, 2024
“Great location by soft sand beach.”
Great location, delux double right on beach at ground floor level with outdoor seating and coffee table, plus two loungers. Soft sandy beach swept each morning, boats to pigeoon island and diving opportunities located here. Not sure what was delux about the room, furnishings quite basic, limited range of TV channels and the fridge could have been cleaner. One umbrella provided for open air walk to restaurant and pool side bar,this proved essential in torrential rain that hit at dinner time, all be it two really required. Lovely well maintained swimming pool. plenty of shade under the trees that surround the property. Beach nice and private, no hawkers. Enormous breakfast. Food in beachside bar/ restaurant very good. Good location for visiting Trincomalee just a few KM away, but great for a relaxing beach holiday.
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Spa and wellness centre, Diving, Snorkelling, Private beach area, Water sport facilities on site, Beachfront, Badminton equipment, Spa facilities, Beach
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Wine/champagne, Breakfast options, Restaurant, Bar
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered
General
Bicycle parking, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Air conditioning, Chapel/shrine
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor pool, BBQ facilities, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Mobile app for room service, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Pool/beach towels, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Swimming Pool, Swimming pool
Safety & security
24-hour security, CCTV in common areas
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Shuttle service, Express check-in/check-out, Currency exchange, Ironing service, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Airport shuttle, 24-hour front desk, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Car hire, Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Shuttle service (additional charge), Trouser press, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Shared lounge/TV area
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Budget Double or Twin Room
The spacious twin/double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower.
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
Air-conditioned room with minibar, safe, DVD player and tea/coffee maker.
Economy Double or Twin Room
The spacious twin/double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 3 beds.
Standard Double or Twin Room
The spacious twin/double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Ocean Suite
This suite comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. Boasting a terrace with sea views, this suite also features air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.
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