Waterland – Family Hotel in Negombo | From 154$/Night

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About the Hotel

106A St. Marys Road, Kochchikade, Negombo, Sri Lanka

“"The tranquil riverside view at Waterland made my stay lovely."”view full review

Private Pool Villas

Waterland offers 5 air-conditioned villas, each with an infinity-edge plunge pool. The Peacock Villa has 2 king beds, 2 ensuite bathrooms with rain showers, and an upstairs deck with panoramic water views. The Elephant Villa features a river-front studio with a canopy king bed and riverside dining. Lotus and Fire Villas provide fully enclosed pool areas with 4-poster beds. The Monsoon Villa includes 3 bedrooms (2 king beds, 1 queen bed), 2 bathrooms with rainfall showers, and a living room with a reflecting pool that merges into the plunge pool. All villas include free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee facilities.

On-Site Dining Options

The restaurant serves cuisine that infuses Sri Lankan flavors into Western dishes, transforming rustic local food into gourmet meals. Guests can enjoy beer, wine, and cocktails in their villa, by the pool, in the lounge, or at the restaurant. The bar provides drinks throughout the property.

Activities and Recreation

Each villa has a private infinity-edge plunge pool. The property includes a billiards room with games, a library with books on Sri Lankan wildlife and history, and a floating spa. Activities include river safaris from the private dock on flower-decorated boats, cooking classes for rice and curry (30 USD per adult), and watching the bat migration at sunset. Bicycles are available for exploring the neighborhood of coconut plantations and waterways.

Location and Transportation

Waterland is a 10-minute ride from Negombo town, 20 km from Bandaranaike International Airport. Nearby landmarks include Negombo Water Park (2.5 km), Browns Beach (4 km), St. Sebastian's Church (5.5 km), and Abhayasekararama Temple (6.5 km). Airport transfers are available for 35 USD. The front desk can arrange transportation with local three-wheeler drivers.

Guest Services

24/7 front desk staff handle check-in/out at any time. Services include airport transfers, cooking classes, and arranging river safaris. The property provides heart-shaped floating lamps, flower arrangements, and special occasion banners for celebrations. Waterland uses solar panels for hot water, minimizes single-use plastics, and supports local workers. Staff receive revenue sharing, pension contributions, paid sick leave, and staff trips.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Superior Studio Villa Private Pool

2 persons

40 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Private pool

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Luxury Studio Villa Private Pool

2 persons

40 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Private pool

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Deluxe Two Bedroom Villa Private Pool

2 persons

115 m²

1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed

Shower

Private pool

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Three Bedroom Villa Private Pool

2 persons

100 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Private pool

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Tips on navigating the city

Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy

City Centre

Negombo 7.1 km

Airports

Bandaranaike International (CMB) 18.0 km

Kelaniya (KEZ) 42.0 km

Train

Negombo Railway Station 6.9 km

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Fine Elephant Villa

“We stayed in the Elephant Villawith an very nice view of the river and featured its own private pool. The space was beautifully designed, and we particularly loved the open waterfall shower in the bathroom. It was the perfect blend of luxury and comfort.” view full review

Delicious Dining Experience

“The meals we enjoyed at Waterland were fantastic! We especially loved dining by our pool under the full moon, made our evenings magical. The breakfast menu had a variety of delicious options, and I would recommend pre-ordering special dishes the night before.” view full review

Charming Bathroom Retreat

“The bathroom in the Elephant Villa was gorgeous and quirky, equipped with everything we needed after a long journey. I loved the unique water feature, which added to the overall ambiance and made our stay feel quite special.” view full review

Serene Entertainment Experience

“During our stay, we enjoyed relaxing by the private pool and unwinding in the spacious accommodations. The gardens surrounding the villa were lovely and provided the perfect backdrop for watching the resident cat and various wildlife, creating a peaceful atmosphere.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Currency exchange
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Cycling
Billiard tables

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Picnic area/ Tables
Special diet menus

Children

Board games
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Infinity pool
Plunge pool
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

106A St. Marys Road, Kochchikade, Negombo, Sri Lanka

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106A St. Marys Road, Kochchikade, Negombo, Sri Lanka

City landmarks

Landmark

Yoga Pilgrim Lodge

850 m

Landmark

Velankanni Church

900 m

Church

Sindaaththri Church

920 m

Landmark

Public Catholic Cemetery

920 m

Landmark

St. Anthony Church

1.2 km

Landmark

St. Xavier Church

1.2 km

Landmark

St. Benedict's Church

1.3 km

Landmark

Mosque

1.3 km

Landmark

St.Marie's Church

1.3 km

Gallery

Don Renuka's Art Gallery

1.4 km

Landmark

Nirmala Maria Church

1.9 km

Beach

Browns Beach

4.0 km

Landmark

Church Land

2.4 km

Landmark

Palangathurei Church

2.4 km

Landmark

Negombo Water Park

2.8 km

Beach

Negombo Beach Park

3.7 km

Landmark

St.Odilia Church

2.7 km

Landmark

Brickworks

2.8 km

Landmark

Bolawatte Church

3.0 km

Landmark

St.Sebastian Church

3.1 km

Landmark

St.Joseph's Church

3.5 km

Church

St. Joseph Church Gonawila

3.5 km

Landmark

Rodeo Pub

3.5 km

Landmark

Club Sha Lanka

3.6 km

Landmark

Kite Centre Negombo

3.7 km

Landmark

Kudapaduwa North

4.4 km

Landmark

St. Anthony's Church

3.8 km

Landmark

St. Sylvester's

3.9 km

Landmark

Sindhatriya Maria Church

38.7 km

Nearby

Sindhatriya Maria Church

310 m

Restaurants

Waterland

30 m

106A St Marys Road Pallansena

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Waterland – A Favorite for Families in Negombo

About the Hotel

Private Pool Villas

On-Site Dining Options

Activities and Recreation

Location and Transportation

Guest Services

Choose from a variety of room types

Availability and pricing for your selected dates

Tips on navigating the city

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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