Hotel Dorset – A Favorite for Families in Negombo
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
Hotel Dorset offers spacious suites with 2 separate bedrooms, a shared bathroom with a rainfall shower, and a private balcony. Each room includes air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a minibar, tea/coffee facilities, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some rooms feature a seating area and city views.
Dining Options
The in-house restaurant serves local Sri Lankan dishes and Western favorites. Guests can also choose from 20 nearby restaurants, coffee shops, and delis. Room service is not mentioned, but grocery deliveries are available.
Leisure & Activities
The hotel has a spa offering traditional massages, a kids' club, a garden, and a games room. Negombo Beach is 200 meters away, and the property provides direct access to the Indian Ocean.
Location & Transport
Hotel Dorset is on Negombo Beach Road, 200 meters from Negombo Beach and 1 km from Negombo Railway Station and Bus Stand. Bandaranaike International Airport is 15 km away, and the hotel offers an airport shuttle. Nearby landmarks include Dutch Fort (3 km) and Browns Beach (0.5 km).
Services & Facilities
The 24-hour front desk provides concierge, dry cleaning, and postal services. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. Other amenities include a library, an art gallery, and a shared lounge. Daily housekeeping and 24-hour security are provided.
Choose from a variety of room types
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Off-site car park
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Coffee shop
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Diving
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Shops/Commercial services
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Babysitting/Child services
- Board games
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
- Karaoke
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Family-focused reviews and ratings
This hotel is a real gem! It's in a great location, close to the beach and the city center, and the staff is amazing. The room was spacious, clean and the breakfast was delicious. I would definitely stay here again!
A short but sweet stay! The hosts were cute and the breakfast was a highlight.
Amazing breakfast, comfy bed, and friendly hosts! What more could you want?
Great little place! The hosts were incredibly kind and went above and beyond to help me with airport transport. Breakfast was delicious and the room was very comfortable. I'd definitely stay again!
A fantastic stay! The hosts were so kind and helpful and went above and beyond to ensure my comfort. The breakfast was delicious and the location was convenient for the airport.