With the light hand of the American TV presenter and traveler Anthony Bourdain, the small town of Hikkudava has become one of the centers of international surfing. The resort is located on the south coast of Sri Lanka. The coast is washed by the Indian Ocean. The high season lasts from November to April. At this time of year, the weather on the coast is clear, the ocean is not stormy, the air temperature is above + 300C, the water warms up to + 28. From May to October comes the monsoon season. At this time, many hotels are closed, more than half of the outlets and restaurants stop working. The review presents the best five-star hotels in Hikkaduwa, which accept vacationers throughout the year.
Haritha Villas & Spa
A harmonious combination of exclusive experiences, wellness treatments and complete privacy is offered by the resort hotel for adults “Haritha Villas & Spa”. This is the best place on the coast to explore the treasures of the island, go on a culinary adventure, just relax and recharge with your partner. The concept is based on the principles of an exclusive modern resort offering individual services, spa treatments, private luxury rooms and a world of exotic experiences. Colonial-style villas and mansions are available. The luxurious restaurant serves innovative local and international cuisine. The produce is supplied by local farmers. Narigama Beach is a kilometre away. It can be reached by a free shuttle bus.
Riff Hikkaduwa
Hikkaduwa Riff is the first designer hotel in the resort. The interior is made in accordance with international safety standards. The concept of living conditions is based on modern creativity and oriental contemplation. It offers presidential and design suites, junior and superior rooms . In the morning, breakfast is served in the restaurant. Lunch and dinner are served à la carte. Many hotels can boast of the gastronomic skills of their chefs, but such homemade pastries as here can not be found anywhere on the coast. The assortment always includes several types of exquisite coffee and aromatic Ceylon tea. A swimming pool is available on site. The beach is 1.1 km away.
“We had a wonderful weekend here. Riff Hikkaduwa is an elegant boutique hotel tastefully decorated. The rooms are very comfortable, the food is delicious, just the way I and my friends like it, the staff is friendly. Definitely the right place if you are looking for a sunny weekend on the beach” Peirisc
Villa 46
Modern villa built on the beach. First-class accommodation is provided by four luxuriously furnished bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. They are equipped with every conceivable convenience to make guests’ stay more comfortable and carefree. All four rooms are the same size, approximately 15 x 16 feet, two on the first floor and two located on the second floor. Villa 46 has a rule prohibiting smoking in the rooms and throughout the property, and pets are also prohibited. In the morning, the restaurant serves a continental breakfast. In the afternoon, guests are offered to engage in beach holidays, SPA treatments, fishing and windsurfing. In the courtyard there is a comfortable lounge area with an outdoor all-season pool. In the common living room on the 1st floor there is a library, a film library. Of the household appliances, a washing machine and a dryer are additionally installed. A kitchen is available for meal preparation. The chef of the restaurant is ready to provide his services.
Villa Saffron Hikkaduwa
The beach villa was designed by architect K. Angelendran. It was recently opened to the general public. The house consists of 5 spacious bedrooms with adjoining terraces and bathrooms. The spacious living areas are decorated in the elegant style of coastal bungalows. The owners know that there is nothing better than delicious homemade food, and this is exactly what guests will be served at Villa Saffron. Culinary experts are trained to meet any food needs, whether western, eastern or delicious food from Sri Lanka with rice and curry. They are ready to prepare a delicious selection of dishes that are sure to please lovers of gastronomy. After a hearty breakfast, vacationers can head to the beach, go diving or surfing, hike or rent a bicycle to go to the turtle nursery. The grounds are ideal for yoga and meditation.
The Lucky Elephant
Not all hotels in Hikkaduwa are ready to fully accept parents with children. “The Lucky Elephant” made family vacation one of the directions of the concept. 14 rooms are prepared to accommodate guests. Each is equipped with a kettle and a minibar. In the large outdoor pool, a children’s section is allocated, so mothers can swim and watch the children. The restaurant specialises in international cuisine. For a child, there is always something to eat on the children’s menu. A playground has been built in the yard. Unlike other hotels, there is a beach volleyball court, as well as a gym. One and a half kilometers away there is a unique beach for scuba diving. There are sea turtles and a huge number of beautiful fish. After an active day, you can visit the SPA center. All types of massages are available, including Ayurvedic treatments.
The Sandals By Edwards Collection
The modern five-bedroom villa is decorated in a tropical style. Panoramic windows offer views of the ocean. The house has five bedrooms, two of which are located on the ground floor and three on the upper floor. The bedrooms are furnished with four-poster king-size beds (1 room has 2 single beds) and air conditioning. All rooms have a private bathroom with a shower. The living room and dining room, located on the ground floor, have access to the roof. From there you can admire the spectacular sunsets. All rooms on the top floor have a long balcony with sea views. Private gardens lined with coconut palms lead down to the beach. Here you can swim in the season from December to May. In addition, the rocky ledges on one side of the beach create small coves that can be safely bathed throughout the year. Sandals Restaurant has a chef who serves Sri Lankan dishes and some Western dishes. The villa offers excellent opportunities for al fresco dining, which include a barbecue of seafood caught while fishing.
Secret Garden
The five-star guest house is located a kilometer from the beach. This is a famous party place in Hikkaduwa. On the territory of the hotel there is one of the popular nightclubs of the resort. Hotel rooms are located on floors 2-4. A street staircase leads to each of them. In the yard there is a swimming pool, a lounge area under reed canopies, a barbecue facility is installed. Rooms with panoramic windows, equipped with kitchenettes, terraces. Bicycles and scooters are parked in front of the gate and can be rented. Spa facilities are available. Not far from the hotel there is a turtle nursery, a city bus station and a favorite place for divers – a coral reef.
“Great hotel to relax with friends. Probably the best place in Hikkaduwa, where you can relax without looking back at your neighbors. The room is clean, a separate room is allocated for the kitchen. Normal pool right under the windows. At the reception they will help to organize an excursion or safari” Sergei
33 Lake Terrace
During the monsoon period, you can pay attention to this 5-star complex, located on the shore of the lake in the middle of the jungle. It has 7 spacious rooms overlooking the lake, a courtyard where peacocks peacefully walk, the possibility of organizing fishing on catamarans, night crab hunting and other types of safari. The lovingly prepared menu is made up of delicious products that are extracted every day directly from the lake, thanks to the courtesy of local fishermen. The chef also specialises in Western-style cuisine prepared using old Sri Lankan recipes for an exotic blend of flavours. The hotel is perfect for romantic trips, honeymoons or complete privacy from people. There is a minibus to Hikkaduwa. Travel time takes 5 minutes.
Garden Villa Ronnaduwa
Amazing, peaceful villa with exceptional staff. Here, guests feel at home. You can spend the whole day relaxing by the pool, and the friendly staff will bring healthy juices or delicious snacks. The staff of the villa will be happy to satisfy any culinary whim, day or night deliver delicious food directly to the room. The colonial-style villa consists of 4 separate bedrooms with open-plan bathrooms. Each double room has a private veranda and garden. Guests share a large spacious living and dining room, a kitchen-pantry, as well as a courtyard and a swimming pool. Garden Villa Ronnaduwa Includes more than 9 acres of developed cinnamon, pepper and coconut plantations, which guests have free access to. They themselves can collect ingredients for peeling or oils for SPA procedures. Local residents will share recipes for unique creams, masks, scrubs.
“Nice hotel, there is a swimming pool, towels are given out. There is an unleavened shower outside. Breakfasts are decent. Tea and coffee are available at all times. In the bedroom there is a super comfortable bed, neighbors are not heard. Nearby there are bus stops from which you can get to the bus station, and from there to any part of the island” Nadezda
MO River House
The villa is built on the shore of Lake Rathgama. This is the largest seawater lagoon in Sri Lanka. Numerous populations of birds live on its shores, so amateur ornithologists will be able to take many unique photos from the life of feathered neighbors. For accommodation there are a Family Room in the attic and two Deluxe Rooms with garden view. A charming local couple from the village fully caters to guests as housekeepers and cooks. They offer delicious dishes prepared according to the preferences of the guests. Breakfast is served in the morning, guests decide what they would like for lunch and dinner, and inform the couple. While a popular choice of dishes is Sri Lankan cuisine, these chefs will be happy to cater to any specific flavors. At any time, you can take the barbecue facilities and cook your own meals on the coals.
In the high season (from November to April) fans of surfing and beach entertainment gather in Hikkaduwa, it is recommended to pay attention to hotels from 1 to 7th. They are located near the ocean coast and fully meet the needs of vacationers. During the rainy season, you can consider accommodation in the three remaining complexes. These are small villas built a few kilometers from the coast. The roar of storm waves does not reach them, and the evergreen jungle around them provides windlessness and complete peace. It is also convenient that there are bus stops near each hotel. At any time you can go for a walk through the sights.
Selection of hotels Hikkaduwa on map
