Luxury hotels in Negombo

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Negombo. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Negombo Boutique Villa Negombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Situated in Negombo, 600 metres from Negombo Beach, Negombo Boutique Villa features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The property is located 1.2 km from Poruthota Beach, 3 km from St Anthony's Church and 39 km from R Premadasa Stadium. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, the rooms come with a balcony. Rooms include a kettle and a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, while certain rooms have a kitchen fitted with a fridge. At Negombo Boutique Villa rooms come with bed linen and towels. A à la carte, continental or American breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Khan Clock Tower is 41 km from the accommodation, while Bambalapitiya Railway Station is 45 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 12 km from Negombo Boutique Villa. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around $21.

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• 2 Taru Villas Riva - Negombo Negombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. With garden views, Taru Villas - Riva is situated in Negombo and has a restaurant, valet parking, bar, garden, year-round outdoor pool and barbecue. Both WiFi and private parking are accessible at the villa free of charge. All units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom with a hairdryer, bidet and shower. A microwave and fridge are also available, as well as a kettle. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Taru Villas - Riva. The accommodation offers a terrace. If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings and Taru Villas - Riva can arrange a car rental service. Popular points of interest near the villa include St Anthony's Church, Maris Stella College and Angurukaramulla Temple. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 10 km from Taru Villas - Riva. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around $146.

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• 3 Waterland Negombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Located 4 km from Negombo Beach Park in Negombo, Waterland has 5 air-conditioned villas, each with an infinity-edge plunge pool. Guests benefit from flat-screen TVs with satellite channels is provided. Other facilities at Waterland include a floating spa and free WiFi. They also have an on-site restaurant and a dining barge. Complimentary facilities include bicycles, billiards, outdoor games, and free WiFi. The Indian Ocean is 600 meters from Waterland. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike Airport, 12 km from Waterland. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around $112.

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• 4 Heritance Negombo Negombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Offering an outdoor pool, Heritance Negombo is located 2.1 km from St Anthony's Church and a 40-minute drive away from Colombo. Free WiFi access is available and rooms come equipped with a mini fridge. Offering views of the Indian Ocean, every room includes a flat-screen cable TV. A hairdryer and bathrobes are provided in the en suite bathroom. Extras include a sofa, a desk and ironing facilities. The property offers several dining options ranging from seafood dinners on the lawn overlooking the ocean to breath taking elevated views from the See Lounge. At Heritance Negombo you will find a fitness centre. Other facilities offered at the property include a tour desk and free parking. The hotel is just 100 metres from Negombo Beach Park while Bandaranaike International Airport is 20- minute drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $114.

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• 5 Arie Lagoon Negombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. This waterfront property is conveniently located close to the Colombo International Airport, the property is also a 30 minute drive from Colombo on the expressway. Arie Lagoon consists of two swimming pools, one of which is with an infinity edge, an exclusive wine bar, three specialty restaurants, wellness spa, gymnasium, and a dedicated supervised child care/play area with play stations and video games. Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Certain rooms feature a seating area where you can relax. Some rooms have views of the sea or pool. For your comfort, you will find slippers and free toiletries. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $108.

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• 6 Jetwing Lagoon Negombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Resort. This 5-star resort offers elegant, eco-friendly accommodation with private balconies and bathtubs. The resort uses solar energy and provides excellent facilities like a 100 metre outdoor pool, 5 dining options including a wine cellar, and a spa. Overlooking a lagoon the property located 7 km from the Negombo City Centre. Colombo International Airport is 16 km away. All rooms boast views of the pool or the garden, and feature a spacious seating area and a semi-outdoor bathroom concept. They are equipped with a flat-screen cable TV, a minibar and ironing facilities. Toiletries, a hairdryer and bathrobes are also provided for guests’ convenience. Some rooms overlook the lagoon. Guests can enjoy delicious fine dining meals at the resort’s 3 restaurants or have a memorable dining experience in the cellar. The pool bar serves refreshing cocktails, while the main bar offers light snacks and various beverages. Room service is also available. Show full description Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around $84.

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• 7 Goldi Sands Hotel Negombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Hotel. Goldi Sands Hotel offers beachfront accommodation in Negombo, a 15-minute drive from Bandaranaike International Airport. Surrounded by colonial Dutch buildings, it offers free parking and has a freshwater outdoor pool. Air-conditioned guestrooms feature a private balcony which overlooks the beautiful Indian Ocean. Each room is equipped with a mini refrigerator, tea/coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV. Guests can enjoy massages or beauty treatments at the Balinese Spa. The hotel can help guests arrange for windsurfing or water skiing activities by the beach. Laundry and dry cleaning services are offered. The on-site restaurant serves traditional Sri Lankan dishes and fresh seafood. Drinks and light refreshments can be enjoyed at the bar. Regular theme nights and beach barbecues are also offered. The Negombo Beach Park is located 0.2 km from Hotel Goldi Sands. Show full description Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around $95.

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• 8 Jetwing Beach Negombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Resort. The 5-star Jetwing Beach Hotel is located along Ethukala Beach, about 3 km from Negombo City. It offers beachfront accommodation with free Wi-Fi. A large outdoor pool and spa are available. The hotel is 12 km from Bandaranaike International Airport. Sri Lanka’s Colombo City is about 35 km away. Spacious guestrooms at Beach Jetwing feature large windows and private balconies overlooking the tropical greenery. A flat-screen satellite TV, DVD player and tea/coffee making facilities are included. The spa features hot tub facilities, steam rooms and massage therapies including Ayurvedic treatments. Guests can book day trips at the tour desk or shop for souvenirs at the gift shop. Free parking is available at Jetwing Beach. Black Coral Restaurant offers a fine dining experience. Local and international favourites are served all day at The Sands and The Centre Point. Drinks and light meals can be found at the Terrace Bar. Show full description Guest review score 7.5, rooms from around $133.

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• 9 Jetwing Blue Negombo, Sri Lanka

  

  Resort. Sitting on the bronzed sand of Negombo Beach, 5-star Jetwing Blue Resort boasts 2 spectacular outdoor pools, a spa and 2 dining restaurants. It provides rooms with breathtaking views of the ocean. The Jetwing Blue is only a 10-minute drive from Negombo Railway Station and 12 km from the Bandaranaike International Airport. Surrounded by local eateries, it is 38 km from Colombo. All rooms offer the comfort of a private balcony where guests can enjoy the warm ocean breeze. Bright and airy, they feature a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. Blue Jetwing Resort’s restaurants serve a wide variety of international dishes, while refreshing beverages are offered at Centre Point Bar located by the pool. Guests can work a sweat at Jetwing’s fully equipped fitness centre or the resort’s squash courts. Alternatively, visit the tour desk to organise excursions to nearby attractions including the Old Dutch Fort Gate and Little Rome. Show full description Guest review score 7.2, rooms from around $133.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!