Title: Viva la vida 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) # Viva la vida Guesthouse in Hikkaduwa with free parking ![Standard Double Room, Balcony, Garden View | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113380000/113375500/113375480/fb2e8312.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Breakfast meal](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113380000/113375500/113375480/0659ba9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Double Room, Balcony, Garden View | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113380000/113375500/113375480/2a664ed9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113380000/113375500/113375480/6f26fd89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Double Room, Balcony, Garden View | Bathroom | Shower, towels, soap, toilet paper](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113380000/113375500/113375480/61c42353.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Viva la vida provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 7 - Oct 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=113375480&PinnedHotelID=113375480&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=113375480&PinnedHotelID=113375480&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 8 - Oct 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=113375480&PinnedHotelID=113375480&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=113375480&PinnedHotelID=113375480&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 10 - Oct 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=113375480&PinnedHotelID=113375480&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=113375480&PinnedHotelID=113375480&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=113375480&PinnedHotelID=113375480&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=113375480&PinnedHotelID=113375480&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Standard Double Room, Balcony, Garden View | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113380000/113375500/113375480/2a664ed9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, Balcony, Garden View ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom Desk Laptop workspace - 100 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Economy Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113380000/113375500/113375480/ae4345ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom Desk Laptop workspace - 120 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen 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%2FHikkaduwa-Hotels-Viva-La-Vida.h113375480.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHikkaduwa-Hotels-Viva-La-Vida.h113375480.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%7C6.11229%2C80.12350&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6BvEdQIMI-_3Pq4aVWG7urjBPlo=) Patuwatha, Kumarakanda, Hikkaduwa, SP, 80240 #### What's nearby - Narigama Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Hikkaduwa Coral Reef - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles - Hikkaduwa Beach - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles - Hikkaduwa National Park - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles - Galle Fort - 18 min drive - 11.5 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Cool Place Hikkaduwa Narigama - ‬3 min drive - ‪Cafe Ceylon Hikkaduwa - ‬7 min walk - ‪Sun Rice Restaurant - ‬2 min walk - ‪Sunbeach Hotel - ‬3 min drive - ‪Hansa Surf - ‬3 min drive ## About this property ### Viva la vida Property highlights Viva la vida provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Free self-parking - Smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at Viva la vida include comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi. 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Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 9.8 Exceptional 62 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=31052768&PinnedHotelID=31052768&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (on request) ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Laptop workspace ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 only accepts cash ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Viva la vida Hikkaduwa Viva la vida Guesthouse Viva la vida Guesthouse Hikkaduwa ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Viva la vida pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Viva la vida? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Viva la vida? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Viva la vida? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Viva la vida located? > Situated in Hikkaduwa, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Narigama Beach and Ratgama Lake. Hikkaduwa Beach and Hikkaduwa Coral Reef are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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