Title: The Icebear Guesthouse 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 Icebear Guesthouse Beachfront guesthouse for sun and fun ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/467f3aa9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Comfort Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/6d4bb643.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/f40561a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/654ebc89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/03f180e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Icebear Guesthouse offers pristine beaches and genuine hospitality. Enjoy a massage, join the manager's evening reception on the beach bar terrace, or play volleyball. Relax at the nearby outdoor pool. 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Room service - Breakfast available - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping - Laundry £36 includes taxes & fees 1 Dec - 2 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 28 - Nov 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=42175954&PinnedHotelID=42175954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=42175954&PinnedHotelID=42175954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 29 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=42175954&PinnedHotelID=42175954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=42175954&PinnedHotelID=42175954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 28 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=42175954&PinnedHotelID=42175954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=42175954&PinnedHotelID=42175954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 5 - 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377 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Comfort Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/f40561a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom - Sea view - Sleeps 3 - 2 Large Single Beds ![Comfort Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/36303d42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Large Single Bed ![Deluxe Studio | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/fe647105.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Studio ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Rainfall showerhead - 334 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ![Basic Single Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/3059a44b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Single Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Standard Single Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/ad1cf267.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Single Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Large Single Bed ![Basic Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/bace881d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom - 194 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Comfort Single Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/af67f72e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Single Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom - 140 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Basic Apartment | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/c3510510.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Apartment ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Full-sized fridge/freezer 3 bedrooms Blackout curtains Rainfall showerhead - 3 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 1 Double Bed and 4 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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With a beachfront location, sunloungers and beach yoga, this guest house is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Outdoor pool access nearby, along with a waterslide and sunloungers - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) - A water park (surcharge), beach towels and ATM/banking services - Beach umbrellas, tour/ticket information and a 24-hour front desk Room features All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Extra amenities include: - Highchairs and children's dinnerware - Bathrooms with rainfall showers - Cookware/dishes/utensils, electric kettles and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![3 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33645700/33645676/4eca49ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Amaluna Resorts Negombo - Pool - Pet-friendly - Kids pool - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews £38 includes taxes & fees 4 Dec - 5 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=33645676&PinnedHotelID=33645676&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14690000/14687400/14687310/a361c2fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oreeka - Katunayake Airport Transit Hotels Negombo - Pool - Free airport shuttle - Kids pool - Parking included 8.4 Very good 270 reviews £31 includes taxes & fees 29 Nov - 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Children's dinnerware - Children's games - Children's toys - Free supervised activities for children - High chair - Laundry facilities - Playground - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms - Water park (surcharge) - Waterslide ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Free newspapers in lobby - Hair salon - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Beach loungers - Beach towels - Beach umbrellas - Garden - On the beach - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture - Pool loungers - Terrace ### Spa - Massage ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Champagne service - Cleaning supplies - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Paper towels - Restaurant dining guides ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Electrical adapters - Free weekday newspapers - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Laptop workspace - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 5:30 AM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 10 for adults and USD 5 to 10 for children - Airport shuttle fee: USD 4 per vehicle - Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 2 (from 1 to 12 years old) 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit 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. ### Property is also known as The Icebear Guesthouse Negombo The Icebear Guesthouse Guesthouse The Icebear Guesthouse Guesthouse Negombo ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Icebear Guesthouse have a pool? > Yes, this property has outdoor pool access. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Icebear Guesthouse? > As of 28 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Icebear Guesthouse on 1 Dec 2025 start from £36.24, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Negombo-Hotels-The-Icebear-Guesthouse.h42175954.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is The Icebear Guesthouse pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Icebear Guesthouse? > Limited spots are available. ### What time is check-in at The Icebear Guesthouse? > Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at The Icebear Guesthouse? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Does The Icebear Guesthouse provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 4 per vehicle applies. ### Where is The Icebear Guesthouse located? > Nestled on the beach, this Negombo guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of St. Sebastian's Church, Negombo Beach Park and Ave Maria Convent. St.Mary's Church and St Anthony's Church are also within 1 mile (2 km). Railway Station Negombo is 22 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Icebear Guesthouse Reviews 8.2 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 2 ### 8.2/10 Cleanliness ### 9.2/10 Staff & service ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 7.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 7.8/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy 2 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very friendly staff, first rate service. If you stay tell the General Manager Cristi, that I will be back soon to take him and his son out for Cheeseburgers and fries. If you meet the owner, give him a Chat he is a great guy. ##### Jeremy Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy 2 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities See previous review ##### Jeremy Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Chris 28 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Quiet Negombo stay Very good stay, staff and food were great, the room was fine but the bed could have been a little more comfy/bathroom was austere, so for a first spot after a long long flight the room could have been a little comfier in hindsight for our needs. Great courtyard, easy access to all of Negombo, quiet setting away from any crowds. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/35C20E05CC067CA267B24C2E32E82B7B708E05C81738074551688.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Chris Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### George 8 Dec 2023 #### Ice cool. Great place to stay, right on the beach but handy for other places such as restaurants. Relaxing with friendly and attentive staff. ##### George Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### michael 1 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Icebear is truely unique. Fine rooms & Its set in a beautiful garden, the beach is right there, Christie & the staff are extremely helpful. You wont belive this place til you see it. It's like what you imagine hotels were like in the olden days, that being filled with character. A joy to stay, relax, unwind, & reflect on a wonderful holiday. ##### michael Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathalie 14 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Friendly, warm, clean Great greating by the friendly staff of this guesthouse even if I arrived late. They couldn't find my reservation but found me an available room. Nice clean spacious room. The window had a view to a wall in little hallway. Had a good meal at the resto on the porch. Nicely located ditectly on beach. Very nice outdoor space bohemian syle with lots of sitting area. ##### Nathalie Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Jodie 23 Apr 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities This place should be removed from Expedia as an option to choose from. We had several COCKROACHES in the kitchen, living room, etc. in fact, they left a bottle of RAID on the kitchen counter. Absolutely disgusting! We could get out of there fast enough. A door to the outside wasn’t even the size of the door frame and had about a 3 inch opening for critters to just get in. No air conditioning either. All around horrid! ##### Jodie ### 2/10 Terrible #### T 17 Jan 2024 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Room not ready, A/C didn't work. We didn't stay. The air conditioning for our allocated room had failed. We were offered 2 noisy alternatives off-site. With apologies all round we took our bags without checking in and went to a hotel found by our driver. There the air conditioning in the quiet clean onsite room worked and we checked in there instead. ##### T Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Keith 27 Mar 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities We stayed for one night. The staff were very warm and welcoming. The restaurant food was a good quality. We booked the apartment as we needed the separate beds for children. The apartment is not actually faced into the interior garden, it is accessed from the road at the front. The apartment photos are not representative of the reality. The kitchen was scruffy and not very well maintained. The apartment doesn't have "proper" AC but a noisy stand alone unit that didn't really keep the rooms cool. The courtyard garden is a really nice place to sit and relax so it's a shame the apartment is not really part of the whole vibe. ##### Keith Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie 5 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Très agréable guesthouse sur la plage Ce petit hôtel (une dizaine de chambres) est idéalement situé sur la plage de Negombo (moins d'une demi heure). Personnel agréable et serviable, joli jardin en bordure de plage, petite carte au restaurant mais tout est bien cuisiné et savoureux. Notre chambre était spacieuse, propre et bien décorée. En revanche, juste 2 serviettes de toilette de couleur, une savonnette et un tapis de bain ayant connu des jours meilleurs étaient à notre disposition. Cela dit, je recommande cet établissement. ##### Marie Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sonia 4 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely gardens and beachfront: a great combination My husband and I spent our last night in Sri Lanka at the Ice Bear. Because it is low season we were the only guests in the house and we got a free upgrade which we much appreciated. The service was great. The room was nice. The shower in the bathroom has an open ceiling and the floor was wet when it rained. To be more eco friendly, the rooms could have screens in the windows and fans so that the AC can be spared. The guesthouse takes only cash as payment. This was a surprise when we checked out but luckily we had just enough cash to cover the bill. We loved the gardens and the quiet atmosphere. ##### Sonia Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Niels Laessoe 14 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place A fantastic place with the most beautiful garden. Great food and all of the staff ever so friendly. The best place to stay when just arrived from the airport or ready to leave Sri Lanka. I highly recommend it ##### Niels Laessoe Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 3 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nostalgie. leuke inrichting en prachtige tuin. gelegen aan de indische oceaan. geen luxe voorzieningen maar een unieke sfeer. Zeer toegangelijke staf en managment. We voelden ons er goed thuis. muggen af en toe lastig maar een goede antispray helpt. 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