Title: The Salty Pelican Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Salty Pelican Hotel in Hiriketiya with full-service spa and outdoor pool ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108220000/108219300/108219276/df76750c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room, Pool View | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108220000/108219300/108219276/w1584h900x16y0-e5eeac0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108220000/108219300/108219276/048d5e52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108220000/108219300/108219276/00b7d606.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108220000/108219300/108219276/8c82a35d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Unwind at The Salty Pelican, where a full-service spa and outdoor treatment areas await. Enjoy a meal at El Grotto, the on-site restaurant, or take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi and take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services, tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage. ## Popular amenities - Bar - Spa - Breakfast available - Pool - Laundry - Air conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 4 - Nov 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=108219276&PinnedHotelID=108219276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=108219276&PinnedHotelID=108219276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 5 - Nov 6](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=108219276&PinnedHotelID=108219276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=108219276&PinnedHotelID=108219276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=108219276&PinnedHotelID=108219276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=108219276&PinnedHotelID=108219276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 14 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=108219276&PinnedHotelID=108219276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=108219276&PinnedHotelID=108219276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Double Room, Pool View | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108220000/108219300/108219276/w1584h900x16y0-e5eeac0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Pool View ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Private bathroom Hairdryer Desk Laptop workspace - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDikwella-Hotels-The-Salty-Pelican.h108219276.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDikwella-Hotels-The-Salty-Pelican.h108219276.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C5.96082%2C80.70303&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=W4hNMOyH1gemSjs7xlfDptO2cPY=) 150 Pehebiya Road, Hiriketiya, Matara, 81200 #### What's nearby - Hiriketiya Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Dickwella Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Kudawella Beach - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles - Mawella Beach - 12 min drive - 6.8 miles - Goyambokka Beach - 17 min drive - 9.9 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Aga Surf Café - ‬12 min drive - ‪Duni’s Hoppers - ‬8 min walk - Raa - ‪Smoke & Bitters - ‬3 min walk - ‪locos - ‬12 min walk ## About this property ### The Salty Pelican Property highlights You can look forward to a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar at The Salty Pelican . Treat yourself to a body treatment, a body wrap or a deep-tissue massage at the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at El Grotto, the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and tour/ticket information - Massage treatment rooms Room features All guest rooms at The Salty Pelican include comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas and desks ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1590000/1583300/1583293/6536cb79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dickwella Resort and Spa Batigama - On private beach - Pool - Hot tub - Spa 8.2 Very good 35 reviews £105 includes taxes & fees 8 Nov - 9 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=1583293&PinnedHotelID=1583293&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112530000/112529600/112529506/8889cb78.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hiriketiya Beach Resort Dikwella - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant £75 includes taxes & fees 6 Nov - 7 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=112529506&PinnedHotelID=112529506&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48730000/48723700/48723647/98d8cc36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sea View Clay House Dikwella Dikwella - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Soundproof rooms [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=48723647&PinnedHotelID=48723647&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111090000/111086300/111086225/0d5c599a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ziba Luxury Villa tangalle - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=111086225&PinnedHotelID=111086225&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105160000/105155700/105155639/ec23981d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kottan On Sea by The Serendipity Collection Koattagoda - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning £171 includes taxes & fees 5 Nov - 6 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=105155639&PinnedHotelID=105155639&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117030000/117025400/117025386/349a57a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ivory Resort Dikwella Dikwella - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 2 reviews £81 includes taxes & fees 1 Dec - 2 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=117025386&PinnedHotelID=117025386&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26940000/26939100/26939072/795b8f2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coco Tangalla Tangalle - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=26939072&PinnedHotelID=26939072&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104090000/104083200/104083118/5837e93e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Smeralda Resorts Dikwella Batigama - On private beach - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews £65 includes taxes & fees 11 Nov - 12 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=104083118&PinnedHotelID=104083118&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100180000/100179100/100179091/55d139da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SURF N SPICE Dikwella - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=100179091&PinnedHotelID=100179091&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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check-in end time: 10:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 16 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Renovations and closures This property is closed from 12 February 2025 to 12 February 2026 (dates subject to change). ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 for adults and from EUR 15 for children The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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, debit cards and cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as The Salty Pelican Hotel The Salty Pelican Hiriketiya The Salty Pelican Hotel Hiriketiya ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Salty Pelican have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. ### Is The Salty Pelican pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Salty Pelican ? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Salty Pelican ? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at The Salty Pelican ? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Salty Pelican located? > Situated in Hiriketiya, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Dickwella Beach and Hiriketiya Beach. Blue Beach Island and Wewurukannala Vihara Temple are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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