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Best hotels & accommodations in Pothuvil
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8
Very good
35 reviews
Paper Moon Kudils
"I have been wanting to try Paper Moon Kudils for a long time and I'm glad we did. I like their concept of the basics that then invokes the local landscape. Rather than going to another Western-style hotel, I wanted my family to experience the local through their kudils (rooms) and kussini (kitchen). Although they are very slow at getting the food to the table (we waited for one and a half hours for lunch), the food is good. They have the best egg roti in Sri Lanka, a great dhal curry, a fresh pol sambol, and an interesting dessert with banana, chocolate, and ice cream on an egg roti. But they are also quite disorganised in their office... I had to phone numerous times to get a booking while rooms were disappearing fast on Agoda. They couldn't help me over the phone, so in the end, I booked through Agoda and ended up getting the rooms on the landslide. I would have preferred the seaside as I was traveling with folks in their eighties as well and the walk to the dining area was a bit much for some. But the seaside rooms were all gone... Also, when checking out, they had undercharged us and I had to point out that they had missed one dinner. So, they need to get their office and kitchen more organised. But apart from that, the rooms are clean, the pool is great, and the Ocean was good, though a little strong for body boarding. It is worth a try, if you want a clean, friendly place that also helps the locals."Show more
Dream Garden
"The hotel in general looks nice and it seems that someone put a lot of energy in building it. The hotel is a little bit offside from everything but we didn't mind that.
However we didn't enjoy our stay very much. The manager wasn't very supportive or nice (so far we only had very positive experiences in Sri Lanka).
We booked a duplex double room for 2 nights and we wanted to extend our stay but after our first night we decided against this. Somehow the rooms were overbooked so we were put into some dark, backyard apartment behind the reception and therefore it was very noisy (phone ringing, chatter..). Apparently several other rooms (more expensive) were still available but the manager refused to move us for the first night. If a room is overbooked you should be put in a better room not a worse.
We also took a surfing class which was another big disappointment. As it was our first time we booked a three hour class to get some more insights. However our "teacher" barely spoke any English which made the whole class very pointless.
However the service in the restaurant was good and the food was also tasty. The have a lot in the menu - but most of it was out. So at least the ingredients are fresh which is a good thing."Show more
7.2
Very good
3 reviews
Jetwing Surf
"Overall I found our stay quite disappointing. We visited arugam bay to be able to surf and thought that Jetwing surf would be a great location for this. Upon arrival we were told that the beach at the hotel is too dangerous to swim or surf (6 people died this year from under currents), therefore the nearest surf is pottuvil point. This is a 15 minute walk, or a 5-10 minute Tuk tuk. However the tuk tuk would have to wait for you whilst you surf. To me, this means that the hotel should not advertise itself as a surf hotel. Additionally the lessons at the hotel are approx £23/hr compared to £11/hr where we went in town. For the price we were paying (the most expensive hotel in the area), I think the hotel should at least offer free transfers to nearby surf spots.
Our other issue was the cost of food and drink. Our dinner at the hotel came to about £70 for 2, (sharing starters and desserts and by no means choosing expensive mains), on average all our other meals at hotels around Sri Lanka and arugam bay were about £20-30 for 2. The hotel is also based 10 min drive from arugam bay meaning for lunch and dinner we often ended up having to travel back and forth to town. The lunch and dinner menu are the same too.
The staff were lovely and friendly, however we didn’t feel that they went above and beyond like some of our other hotels.
The rooms are lovely - no a/c, mini fridge or tv, but that was fine, and the hotel itself is beautiful - the pool area in particular.
Overall we felt that this hotel wasn’t worth what we had spent, we ended up spending less time there in the day than planned so that we could surf, swim and have inexpensive meals. The beach is also a public beach, and we didn’t spend much time there. I feel disappointed that we chose here."Show more
9.2
Exceptional
4 reviews
Babar Point
"After staying in many accommodations throughout Sri Lanka, we were fortunate enough to find Babar Point. The setup: Six elegant cabanas surrounding a pristine pool. The Cabanas: the beds are huge and comfortable, the sheets are top-notch, the room itself is large with great air-conditioning. Additionally, they are very well-built/sealed to prevent insects. The restaurant: open from 8 am until 9 pm, serves a variety of Western and Sri Lankan dishes. The staff: is unbelievable! You can order your food and drinks throughout the day, and they will serve it to you at the pool or on your lovely porch (complete with day bed). The area: 10 minute walk to famous Whiskey Point surf break. 5 minute walk to a breathtaking lagoon where elephants frequent! THE HOSTS: Catherine and Michele are the coolest hosts we've ever met. They will do anything to make your stay perfect. They are sweet, funny, and kind! We stayed four extra nights because we were so in love with this place."Show more
8.4
Excellent
4 reviews
20 House Arugam
"The family of 20 house have been the most friendliest people we've met in Sri Lanka! They make you feel like being part of their family and try to help you wherever they could. We got an upgrade of our room and had a really good time at 20 house, thanks again! The accommodation is just 2 k from arugam and you could easy walk that way or take a tuk tuk. Highly recommend 20 house!"Show more
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8.4
Excellent
4 reviews
20 House Arugam
"The family of 20 house have been the most friendliest people we've met in Sri Lanka! They make you feel like being part of their family and try to help you wherever they could. We got an upgrade of our room and had a really good time at 20 house, thanks again! The accommodation is just 2 k from arugam and you could easy walk that way or take a tuk tuk. Highly recommend 20 house!"Show more
8
Very good
35 reviews
Paper Moon Kudils
"I have been wanting to try Paper Moon Kudils for a long time and I'm glad we did. I like their concept of the basics that then invokes the local landscape. Rather than going to another Western-style hotel, I wanted my family to experience the local through their kudils (rooms) and kussini (kitchen). Although they are very slow at getting the food to the table (we waited for one and a half hours for lunch), the food is good. They have the best egg roti in Sri Lanka, a great dhal curry, a fresh pol sambol, and an interesting dessert with banana, chocolate, and ice cream on an egg roti. But they are also quite disorganised in their office... I had to phone numerous times to get a booking while rooms were disappearing fast on Agoda. They couldn't help me over the phone, so in the end, I booked through Agoda and ended up getting the rooms on the landslide. I would have preferred the seaside as I was traveling with folks in their eighties as well and the walk to the dining area was a bit much for some. But the seaside rooms were all gone... Also, when checking out, they had undercharged us and I had to point out that they had missed one dinner. So, they need to get their office and kitchen more organised. But apart from that, the rooms are clean, the pool is great, and the Ocean was good, though a little strong for body boarding. It is worth a try, if you want a clean, friendly place that also helps the locals."Show more
9.2
Exceptional
4 reviews
Babar Point
"After staying in many accommodations throughout Sri Lanka, we were fortunate enough to find Babar Point. The setup: Six elegant cabanas surrounding a pristine pool. The Cabanas: the beds are huge and comfortable, the sheets are top-notch, the room itself is large with great air-conditioning. Additionally, they are very well-built/sealed to prevent insects. The restaurant: open from 8 am until 9 pm, serves a variety of Western and Sri Lankan dishes. The staff: is unbelievable! You can order your food and drinks throughout the day, and they will serve it to you at the pool or on your lovely porch (complete with day bed). The area: 10 minute walk to famous Whiskey Point surf break. 5 minute walk to a breathtaking lagoon where elephants frequent! THE HOSTS: Catherine and Michele are the coolest hosts we've ever met. They will do anything to make your stay perfect. They are sweet, funny, and kind! We stayed four extra nights because we were so in love with this place."Show more
Dream Garden
"The hotel in general looks nice and it seems that someone put a lot of energy in building it. The hotel is a little bit offside from everything but we didn't mind that.
However we didn't enjoy our stay very much. The manager wasn't very supportive or nice (so far we only had very positive experiences in Sri Lanka).
We booked a duplex double room for 2 nights and we wanted to extend our stay but after our first night we decided against this. Somehow the rooms were overbooked so we were put into some dark, backyard apartment behind the reception and therefore it was very noisy (phone ringing, chatter..). Apparently several other rooms (more expensive) were still available but the manager refused to move us for the first night. If a room is overbooked you should be put in a better room not a worse.
We also took a surfing class which was another big disappointment. As it was our first time we booked a three hour class to get some more insights. However our "teacher" barely spoke any English which made the whole class very pointless.
However the service in the restaurant was good and the food was also tasty. The have a lot in the menu - but most of it was out. So at least the ingredients are fresh which is a good thing."Show more
7.2
Very good
3 reviews
Jetwing Surf
"Overall I found our stay quite disappointing. We visited arugam bay to be able to surf and thought that Jetwing surf would be a great location for this. Upon arrival we were told that the beach at the hotel is too dangerous to swim or surf (6 people died this year from under currents), therefore the nearest surf is pottuvil point. This is a 15 minute walk, or a 5-10 minute Tuk tuk. However the tuk tuk would have to wait for you whilst you surf. To me, this means that the hotel should not advertise itself as a surf hotel. Additionally the lessons at the hotel are approx £23/hr compared to £11/hr where we went in town. For the price we were paying (the most expensive hotel in the area), I think the hotel should at least offer free transfers to nearby surf spots.
Our other issue was the cost of food and drink. Our dinner at the hotel came to about £70 for 2, (sharing starters and desserts and by no means choosing expensive mains), on average all our other meals at hotels around Sri Lanka and arugam bay were about £20-30 for 2. The hotel is also based 10 min drive from arugam bay meaning for lunch and dinner we often ended up having to travel back and forth to town. The lunch and dinner menu are the same too.
The staff were lovely and friendly, however we didn’t feel that they went above and beyond like some of our other hotels.
The rooms are lovely - no a/c, mini fridge or tv, but that was fine, and the hotel itself is beautiful - the pool area in particular.
Overall we felt that this hotel wasn’t worth what we had spent, we ended up spending less time there in the day than planned so that we could surf, swim and have inexpensive meals. The beach is also a public beach, and we didn’t spend much time there. I feel disappointed that we chose here."Show more
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7.2
Very good
3 reviews
Jetwing Surf
"Overall I found our stay quite disappointing. We visited arugam bay to be able to surf and thought that Jetwing surf would be a great location for this. Upon arrival we were told that the beach at the hotel is too dangerous to swim or surf (6 people died this year from under currents), therefore the nearest surf is pottuvil point. This is a 15 minute walk, or a 5-10 minute Tuk tuk. However the tuk tuk would have to wait for you whilst you surf. To me, this means that the hotel should not advertise itself as a surf hotel. Additionally the lessons at the hotel are approx £23/hr compared to £11/hr where we went in town. For the price we were paying (the most expensive hotel in the area), I think the hotel should at least offer free transfers to nearby surf spots.
Our other issue was the cost of food and drink. Our dinner at the hotel came to about £70 for 2, (sharing starters and desserts and by no means choosing expensive mains), on average all our other meals at hotels around Sri Lanka and arugam bay were about £20-30 for 2. The hotel is also based 10 min drive from arugam bay meaning for lunch and dinner we often ended up having to travel back and forth to town. The lunch and dinner menu are the same too.
The staff were lovely and friendly, however we didn’t feel that they went above and beyond like some of our other hotels.
The rooms are lovely - no a/c, mini fridge or tv, but that was fine, and the hotel itself is beautiful - the pool area in particular.
Overall we felt that this hotel wasn’t worth what we had spent, we ended up spending less time there in the day than planned so that we could surf, swim and have inexpensive meals. The beach is also a public beach, and we didn’t spend much time there. I feel disappointed that we chose here."Show more
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