Title: The Icebear Guesthouse Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 Ocean views welcome guests at this beachside retreat where waterslides entertain the kids while adults enjoy treats from the coffee shop in this paradise getaway ## Photo gallery for The Icebear Guesthouse ![Exterior detail - The Icebear Guesthouse (Negombo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/404d6964.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Comfort Double or Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace - The Icebear Guesthouse (Negombo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/654ebc89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - The Icebear Guesthouse (Negombo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/c8d999fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Double or Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace - The Icebear Guesthouse (Negombo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/f40561a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Double or Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace - The Icebear Guesthouse (Negombo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42180000/42176000/42175954/6d4bb643.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. ## Reviews 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available - Business services - Bar £36 includes taxes & fees 20 Jan - 21 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 13 - Jan 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=42175954&PinnedHotelID=42175954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=42175954&PinnedHotelID=42175954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 14 - Jan 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=42175954&PinnedHotelID=42175954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=42175954&PinnedHotelID=42175954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=42175954&PinnedHotelID=42175954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=42175954&PinnedHotelID=42175954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - 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377 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Double or Twin Room ![Comfort Double or Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace](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 Blackout curtains Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Cookware/dishes/utensils - Sea view - Sleeps 3 - 2 Large Single Beds ### View all photos for Comfort Double or Twin Room ![Comfort Double or Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace](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 Blackout curtains Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Cookware/dishes/utensils - Sleeps 2 - 1 Large Single Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Studio ![Deluxe Studio | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace](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 Blackout curtains Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead - 334 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Basic Single Room ![Basic Single Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace](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 Blackout curtains Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Cookware/dishes/utensils - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Standard Single Room ![Standard Single Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace](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 Blackout curtains Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Cookware/dishes/utensils - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Large Single Bed ### View all photos for Basic Double Room ![Basic Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace](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 Blackout curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead - 194 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Single Room ![Comfort Single Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace](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 Blackout curtains Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Cookware/dishes/utensils - 140 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Basic Apartment ![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 Blackout curtains 3 bedrooms Private bathroom - 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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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNegombo-Hotels-The-Icebear-Guesthouse.h42175954.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNegombo-Hotels-The-Icebear-Guesthouse.h42175954.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%7C7.22431%2C79.84009&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tcb4Jgyixgjaj80hd4jF-HidomA=) 95 Lewis Place, Negombo., -, Negombo, WP, LK11500 #### What's nearby - St. Sebastian's Church \- 12 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Ave Maria Convent \- 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - St Anthony's Church \- 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Negombo District General Hospital \- 3 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Negombo Beach Park \- 4 min drive \- 1.4 miles #### Getting around - Railway Station Negombo - 3 min drive - Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 24 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Sameeha Family Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪Amra Leaf - ‬18 min walk - ‪Anzar Hotel - ‬19 min walk - ‪Al-Amra Hotel - ‬18 min walk - ‪Cafe Zen - ‬6 min walk ## About this property ### The Icebear Guesthouse Family-friendly guest house near Negombo Beach Take advantage of a beach bar, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace at The Icebear Guesthouse. With a beachfront location, sunloungers and beach volleyball, 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), a porter/bellboy and free newspapers - A 24-hour front desk, coffee/tea in reception and beach umbrellas 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 ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12630000/12629400/12629376/0fd22912.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Janishi Residencies Negombo - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Business services 8.6 Excellent 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=12629376&PinnedHotelID=12629376&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sports facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15340000/15332800/15332747/39cd085c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Christima Residence Negombo - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 72 reviews £31 includes taxes & fees 22 Jan - 23 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=15332747&PinnedHotelID=15332747&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99250000/99247800/99247712/9d249910.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Nature Villa Negombo - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 7.8 Good 12 reviews £31 includes taxes & fees 15 Jan - 16 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=99247712&PinnedHotelID=99247712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100380000/100378900/100378850/85cc43a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Panorama Negombo - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 8.0 Very good 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=100378850&PinnedHotelID=100378850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13300000/13297400/13297318/6eafb56f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blue Water Boutique Hotel Negombo - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available 8.4 Very good 50 reviews £25 includes taxes & fees 19 Jan - 20 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=13297318&PinnedHotelID=13297318&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15010000/15005700/15005634/6e5efd5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gomez Place Negombo - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 9.2 Wonderful 108 reviews £39 includes taxes & fees 24 Jan - 25 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=15005634&PinnedHotelID=15005634&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15490000/15484100/15484014/c131fc27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beacon Beach Hotel Daluwakotuwa - Pool - Kids’ pool - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 7.8 Good 82 reviews £47 includes taxes & fees 11 Feb - 12 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=15484014&PinnedHotelID=15484014&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, motor boating, fishing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8390000/8389400/8389394/e311b8c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean View Guesthouse Negombo - Pool - Spa - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 7.8 Good 56 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=8389394&PinnedHotelID=8389394&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107280000/107271400/107271306/97cc0114.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Paradise Holiday Village Negombo - Pool - Kids’ pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.0 Very good 1 review £33 includes taxes & fees 14 Jan - 15 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=107271306&PinnedHotelID=107271306&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29630000/29628700/29628698/f8ef7c10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Daffodils Beach Negombo Negombo - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 8.8 Excellent 13 reviews £43 includes taxes & fees 14 Jan - 15 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=29628698&PinnedHotelID=29628698&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Street parking available - 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Limited on-site parking ### Food and drink - Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5 to 10 for adults and USD 5 to 10 for children - A bar/lounge - A beach bar - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Couples/private dining - Free daily manager's reception - Private picnics - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Beach volleyball - Beach yoga - Free bicycle rentals - Library - Outdoor pool (guest access) - Playground - Water park - Waterslide ### Family friendly - Access to nearby outdoor pool - Arcade/game room - 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? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Icebear Guesthouse? ### Is The Icebear Guesthouse pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Icebear Guesthouse? ### What time is check-in at The Icebear Guesthouse? ### What time is check-out at The Icebear Guesthouse? ### Does The Icebear Guesthouse provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is The Icebear Guesthouse located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## 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) ### 8.2 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Amenities ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 7.8 Eco-friendliness ### 7.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews ### 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 ### 6/10 Okay #### Joseph 24 Sept 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Staff friendly and helpful, overall condition of bathroom was pretty poor though. Location is excellent right next to beach, and honestly for the price it’s still pretty competitive. There was quite a lot of bugs in the bathroom though, it was hard for me to look past that. Otherwise I enjoyed the stay in a good location. Bedsheets clean, normal room amenities like coffee/heater/tea. ##### Joseph Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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 #### 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 ### 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 ### 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 #### Max Kurt 8 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Freundliches, zuvorkommendes und unkompliziertes junges Personal. Die Rezeption war für alle Fragen offen und suchte, wenn sie nicht direkt Antworten konnten, nach Antworten! Die Anlage und das Zimmer waren sauber, alles war Vorhanden. Das Zimmer war zweckmässig eingerichtet. Das moderne Bad komplett ausgerüstet. Der Manager sprach Deutsch und pflegte mit dem Personal einen liebenswürdigen Umgang. ![Schöne, ruhige und zentrale Lage, direkt am Meer gelegene ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/49c72841-8a55-4e6a-97ac-53819377f57a-1759909549290.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Wunderbare Atmosphäre](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/14a6ae69-a33a-497a-8ea5-4b35a393cb1b-1759909545732.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Stimmungsvoll](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/aacd8350-f5f9-4e73-982c-789d8edefc9e-1759909542025.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Feines Essen, flexible Küche](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/8d11915d-53f8-479c-bd78-0261059d5e70-1759909546654.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Max Kurt Stayed 3 nights in Sep 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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