Ranweli Holiday Village
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Ranweli Holiday Village

7RMR+37P Ranweli Holiday Village, Waikkal, Puttalam, North Western Province 61110, Sri Lanka
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Highlights
Lots to do
Free parking
Delicious breakfast
Amenities
Beach volleyball
Snorkeling
Surfing
Spa
Massage room
Public parkingFree
Airport pick-up
24-hour front desk
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Property Description
This beach resort is 5 mi (8 km) from Negombo Beach and 30.4 mi (48.9 km) from Colombo City Centre.
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8.0/10
Very Good
Cleanliness8.0
Amenities8.0
Location8.0
Service8.0
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Surroundings
Airport: Bandaranaike International Airport
(15.9 km)
Train: Waikkala Railway Station
(3.0 km)
Train: Kochchikade Railway Station
(4.9 km)
Landmarks: Beaches
(460m)
Landmarks: Waikkala Beach
(780m)
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Standard Room
3

Standard Room

1 King bed or 1 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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Deluxe Bungalow
5

Deluxe Bungalow

1 King bed or 1 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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Guest Reviews

8/10
Very Good
36 reviews
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  • Cleanliness8
  • Amenities8
  • Location8
  • Service8
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G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
May 7, 2025
Excellent place to feel closeness to nature and relax in serenity. Take a boat ride to reception upon arrival and as soon as you arrive, nature just opens upon you, fantastic views. We had a great time, sitting on the veranda and enjoying our breakfast and dinners with views over ocean and palms.
C‍r‍a‍i‍g‍ ‍F
April 16, 2025
This is an excellent Hotel to stay if you want to relax on the beach, swim in the pool or simply enjoy good food and drink. The staff are wonderful, very friendly and helpful. The chalets are comfortable with good A/C if you find you need to cool down a bit during the day. The location is excellent.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
March 26, 2025
This hotel officially wins the title of the worst hotel I’ve ever stayed at in any country in my whole life. After just half day and one night, we had to check out and find a new one. The rooms have a weird stench. They are dirty with dust and cobwebs everywhere. There’s no hot water in the rooms and the wifi only works in the lobby - same with the phone signal if you have the local SIM/eSIM. The towels in the bathroom are old, dirty and ripped in many places. As there are holes in the bathroom ceiling, expect lots of bugs in your room. The AC can barely cool down the entire bungalow, so the heat inside is annoying. The sheets on the beds are also dirty. There’s a mini fridge available, however just like everything else, it’s filthy. Even though there’s a hotel beach, it’s covered in trash, and just a short walk away there’s a river that goes into the sea which is full of different types of trash, so swimming is not recommended at all. The sunbeds available at the beach are covered in fungus and rotting away. On top of all that, the worst part is probably the hotel restaurant. Poor choice of meals with food being available only at the start, despite the restaurant being open for each meal for about 2 hours. Even if you ask them to refill food, it will take them quite a while. If you don’t ask, the staff will just stand around staring at you. The cloths they give for cleaning your hands look like they’ve been used to clean the floors - all stained, ripped with bad smell. The food is old and prepared poorly (bacon served for breakfast was only suitable for local dogs). The toaster toasts only one side of the bread and looks like it hasn’t been cleaned for at least two seasons. The juice machine is covered in bugs and dirt as well. You can’t even find fresh fruit here as everything tastes like it’s been left to age for a week before being served. There’s coffe and tea available, but they both look like tea - can’t tell them apart. For breakfast, don’t expect good bread, ham, cheese or vegetables as they simply don’t have those. Most you will get are beans, an egg with a green yolk, a bunch of rice/curry, some old chewy bacon and suspicious looking sausages. Overall, I would not recommend staying here to anyone. There are far better hotels available in the area for a reasonable price. This place, I wouldn’t even call a hotel. Not worth the time, money and nerves. Avoid at all cost.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
March 16, 2025
We stayed 7 days in this hotel after arrival in Sri Lanka. To reach the lobby you have to pass the river by boat And great room directy located at the beach. Clean room with perfect Working AC. The Food was good and the service friendly.No critical points from is during our stay and we recommend this eco friendly resort for sure! We found out about Tony Tours from TripAdvisor.His office is near Hotel Suriya.We visited the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Sigiriya, Wilpattu National Park and Dolphin Watching It was a memorable experience for us.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
December 4, 2024
Wir wollten am Ende unserer Rundreise ein paar entspannte Tage genießen, leider wurde daraus nichts. Grundsätzlich ist die Anlage schön gelegen, daher 2 Sterne. Alles in der Anlage ist heruntergekommen und schmuddelig/ dreckig, da hilft auch nicht eine Person die den Rasen pflegt. Wir haben einige Hotels auf unserer Reise erlebt aber hier scheint keiner ein Auge zu haben und noch weniger wird gereinigt. Die Handtücher waren dreckig bei der Ankunft im Zimmer und vieles dazu. Das Telefon klebte an der Hand, der Föhn ebenso, ekelig! Als wir vor dem Bungalow saßen kam der bekannte Anthony an und hat seine Ausflüge und Restaurant angepriesen, da fragt man sich warum er frei in der Anlage sein Restaurant anbieten kann obwohl diese selber eines hat?… Methode/Abzocke??..Abends dieses besucht und das Buffet für 5500 Rupien ist über den üblichen Preisen, wenn es gut wäre kein Problem, war es aber bei weitem nicht, genauso das Frühstück. Wir haben ein anderes Hotel gebucht und sind dann abgereist. Hier ist eine gründliche Renovierung nötig und vor allem Reinigung!
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G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
November 12, 2024
Such a beautiful place and so convenient for the airport. We were 24 of us from my ballet school in London and were very well cared for. The food was excellent with plenty of variety. Great rooms with everything needed. The grounds are fantastic and right by the beach. The young man on pool duty was fantastic bringing all my pupils towels e.t.c. With a smile. My only criticism would be I think they need fans or AC in the restaurant area as it becomes very hot ! A lovely hotel for a couple of nights on your way home - I could have stayed longer ! Miss Penny
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
September 27, 2024
englisch und deutsch. Wir hatten bei ihm Elefantenweisenhaus Besucht und waren auf eine Mangroveninsel um Affen zu füttern. Rayen ist fachlich und menschlich Top. Taxi ist sehr teuer,besser verwenden Sie liebe Touk-Touk. 2km entfernt ein große Einkaufmoll Aerpico mit fix Preise. Das Land ,Menschen,Natur hat uns sehr gefallen. Empfehlungswert :)
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G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
August 25, 2024
Lage: Das Hotel Ranweli (Waikkal) ist durch einen Fluß getrennte Halbinsel via Hotelfloß jederzeit erreichbar. Unser Bungalow war direkt am Meer an einem sauberen Sandstrand, wo das Tierleben pulsierte. Der Strand ist durch Küstenschutzmaßnahmen gut gegen das in der Regenzeit raue Meer abgesichert. Auch in der Regenzeit hat die Natur ihrmen Charm. Das Hotel Ranweli liegt an der Westküste eine Stunde vom Flughafen Colombo entfernt. Von hieraus kann man auch nach Negombo mit dem Tuk Tuk fahren zur Shopping-Tour auf dem Fischmarkt oder in den einheimischen Basar. Es ist ein guter Punkt, um Ausflüge ins Landesinnere zu unternehmen. Zimmer: Schöner großer Bungalow mit guter Ausstattung mit toller Atmosphäre. Die Betten sind in Ordnung und weich. Die Klimaanlage funktionierte tadellos und geräuscharm. Die Terrasse ist direkt zum Meer ausgerichtet und bietet ausreichenden Platz zum Relaxen und ggf. ein Gläschen Wein. Sonnenschirme und Platzierungen sind hier nicht notwendig. Ausreichend Platz ist unter dem Blätterdach Palmen gleich vor und neben der Terrasse zu finden. Essen & Trinken: Der Koch war sehr motiviert uns glücklich zu machen. Es gab europäische und lokale Kost. Auf Nachfrage auch ortsüblich scharf oder nicht "not spacy". Das Candle-Light-Dinner mit Lagerfeuer und Wahlessen war sehr toll und romantisch. Es gab alle lokalen Fischsorten, Hühnchen und Beef-Burger. Eigentlich ist für jeden etwas dabei. Service: Das Personal war immer sehr aufmerksam und freundlich. Die Srilankesen sind sowieso das freundlichste Volk was wir kennen. Mehr braucht man hier nicht zu sagen zum Thema Service. Er war einfach hervorragend. Wir nutzten auch die Massageangebote im Hotel und waren sehr zu frieden und entspannt. Unser Reiseleiter Vorort Fernado Bazil kam täglich ins Hotel und war für uns zu jeder Zeit ansprechbar. Ausflüge wurden nach unseren Wüschen zusammengestellt. Vielen Dank Fernado und deinen Tourguide Amila. Dank an das Managerin und das Hotelteam. Atmosphäre: Viel Flora und Fauna, Natur und Tiere exklusiv mit Meeresrauschen. Keine Animation. Einfach super Auch das Nachtleben in den Strandbars von Negombo hat einen besonderen Flair, wenn man die Abwechselung sucht. Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis: Dieses Hotel Ranweli hat uns nicht enttäuscht. Das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis ist für uns in Ordnung. Bei Halbpension haben wir in 3 Wochen zu dritt ca. 700 $ ausgegeben. Bier, Wein, Softdrinks und Mittagssnaks haben hier seinen Preis. Wir haben uns das einfach gegönnt. Wir haben dieses Hotel Ranweli nun zum dritten mal besucht und werden es bestimmt wiederholen. Es bleibt weiterhin uns stiller Geheimtipp. Wie haben es bereits oft weiter empfohlen. Empfehlung vor der Tür: Bootsausflüge in die Flussarme und Mangroven oder eine Tour nach Negombo werden vom Olli angeboten. Er spricht gutes Deutsch. So bleibt auch das Geld bei den Einheimischen in der Region. Wir kommen wieder ... 😊 Bis bald
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G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
August 4, 2024
***Guests please beware to not get SCAMMED by hidden extra charges*** Our trip was ruined by policies that hotel manager used to scam us our of our money. We were not told truth and lost around $300 to sketchy extra charges that management imposed 1. Hotel manager was charging $50 dollars for a credit card payment saying it's a charge from Visa/Mastercard. We checked with those card companies and they don't charge for using them, it's clear that hotel was getting this extra cash. 2. Every drink ordered had non optionary 20% tip, which was also failed to mention to guests 3. Instead of being charged $25 for all inclusive per day we were charged $35, additionally manager used their own made up foreign currency exchange, which results in losing 1/3 of your original currency worth, e.g. if normally $1 is around 300 rupees, the hotel would only give you around 200 rupees. Because of all this we were charged 2 times more for all inclusive package than we were told and lost almost $300 dollars 4. Manager informed us that the closest shop and restaurant is 40 minutes away from the hotel so we would buy all inclusive package. Only after we paid and gained access to wifi we checked that there is Antonio's restaurant and shop 3 minutes away from the hotel, on the other side of the river Overall we are very dissatisfied how hotel management takes advantage of their guests

Services & Amenities

Spa
Billiards room
More Amenities
Internet
Parking
Public (not only for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation needed.
Transportation
Business Services
Front Desk Services
Languages Spoken
Food & Drink
Public Areas
Health & Wellness
Activities
Cleaning Services
Facilities for Children
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Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–20:30
Check-out: Before 10:00

Front desk hours: 24/7

Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots can be added. Please contact the hotel for details about extra bed policies.
Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total and must be paid at the hotel.
AgeFee
Children 2 years old and under
Extra cot: Free

Breakfast
StyleBuffet
AgeFee
Adult
Buffet:US$14.00 (approx. Rs 3,972.77) per person
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are not allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old

Paying at the Hotel

Property Description

  • Opened: 1975
  • Renovated: 2014
  • Number of Rooms: 88
This beach resort is 5 mi (8 km) from Negombo Beach and 30.4 mi (48.9 km) from Colombo City Centre.

Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).

Enjoy international cuisine at Ranwelis Restaurant, a restaurant where you can take in the garden view, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include a computer station, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this resort consist of conference space and a meeting room. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Make yourself at home in one of the 88 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. 22-inch flat-screen televisions are provided, with cable programming available. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ranweli Holiday Village?

Check-in at Ranweli Holiday Village is 14:00-20:30, and the check-out time is until 10:00.

Is Ranweli Holiday Village pet friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at Ranweli Holiday Village.

How much does it cost to stay at Ranweli Holiday Village?

Prices at Ranweli Holiday Village are subject to change according to dates, hotel policy, and other factors. To view prices, please search for the dates you wish to stay at the hotel.

How to get from the closest airport to Ranweli Holiday Village?

The closest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, and it is about 33 mins from hotel by car (15.9 km).

What is Ranweli Holiday Village cancellation policy ?

Typically, cancellations of Ranweli Holiday Village can receive total refund for certain days before arrival. The conditions will vary depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

About This Property

Nearest AirportBandaranaike Intl. Airport
Distance to Airport15.87KM
Nearest Train StationWaikkala Railway Station
Distance to Train Station3.01KM
Average Price FromPKR32683
Hotel Star Rating4
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