Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive

Property class: 5 and above

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At Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive, you can hit the beach to enjoy the shade from a beach umbrella or relax on a sunlounger. 3 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials and body treatments. Main - Riti Panna /Ceylon, one of 4 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include 4 bars/lounges, a nightclub and a free kid's club.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 4 restaurants and 4 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Nightclub
  • Free children's club
  • Health club
  • Steam room
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on-site
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
The current price is €187
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

Why we love this property

Beach life at its best
Gorgeous sandy views offer the perfect coastal getaway. Visitors unwind on loungers with umbrellas near the beachfront restaurant.
Diverse dining options
The hotel features 5 restaurants, 4 bars, and free buffet breakfast. International and local flavours merge, with vegan and vegetarian choices available.
Spa and serenity
Full-service spa offers daily treatments, facials, and massages. Fitness classes or a relaxing sauna and hot tub rejuvenate. Garden views calm the senses.

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the ocean.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View (GEN)

  • Sea view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

Junior Suite, Balcony, Partial Sea View (GEN)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a desk with a chair.

Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View (GEN)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

Superior Suite, Sea View (Superior Junior Suite Sea - GEN)

  • Sea view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Junior Suite, Balcony (GEN)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the ocean.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View (CN)

  • Sea view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

Junior Suite, Balcony, Partial Sea View (CN)

  • Sea view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a desk with a chair.

Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View (CN)

  • Sea view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

Superior Suite, Sea View (Superior Junior Suite Sea - CN)

  • Sea view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Junior Suite, Balcony (CN)

  • Garden view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the ocean.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View (IN)

  • Sea view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a piano.

Junior Suite, Balcony, Partial Sea View (IN)

  • Sea view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of the ocean.

Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View (IN)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a desk with a chair.

Junior Suite, Sea View (Superior, IN)

  • Sea view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Junior Suite, Balcony (IN)

  • Garden view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a desk.

Junior Suite With Sea View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean through a sliding door.

Senior Suite, Jetted Tub, Sea View (GEN)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 88 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean through a sliding door.

Senior Suite, Jetted Tub, Sea View (CN)

  • Sea view
  • 88 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean through a sliding door.

Senior Suite, Jetted Tub, Sea View (IN)

  • Sea view
  • 88 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the ocean.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View (B2C-US)

  • Sea view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

Junior Suite, Balcony, Partial Sea View (B2C-US)

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a desk with a chair.

Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View (B2C-US)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

Superior Suite, Sea View (Superior Junior Suite Sea - B2C-US)

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Junior Suite, Balcony (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Senior Suite, Jetted Tub, Sea View (B2C-US)

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean through a sliding door.

Senior Suite, Jetted Tub, Sea View (B2C-US)

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a desk, and a chair.

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a large window with curtains, and a staircase.

Junior Suite Lateral Sea View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
Galle Road, Ahungalla, Southern Province, 80562

What's nearby

  • Ahungalla Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bentota Beach - 16 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Hikkaduwa Beach - 26 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Galle Fort - 50 min drive - 51.0 km
  • Unawatuna Beach - 53 min drive - 64.8 km

Getting around

  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 113 min drive
  • Aluthgama Railway Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bord'eau Restourant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪the Boiling Lob - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sanekvin - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mangrove Cave Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive

  • At Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive, you can hit the beach to enjoy the shade from a beach umbrella or relax on a sunlounger. 3 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials and body treatments. Main - Riti Panna /Ceylon, one of 4 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include 4 bars/lounges, a nightclub and a free kid's club.

All-inclusive details

  • Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

    • All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks and beverages included
    • In-room minibar (all beverages included)

Land activities

    • Fitness facilities
    • Children's club

Lessons/classes/games

  • Water fitness

At a glance

Hotel size

    • Arranged over 6 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • This is a certified Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 property. Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 is a health and safety certification issued by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority.
    • This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Free children's club

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • On-site parking is limited

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 4 restaurants
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Water slide
  • Playground

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Fitness classes
  • Evening entertainment
  • Karaoke

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2016
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Health club
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Nightclub
  • Steam room
  • Water slide
  • Locally sourced food is prioritised
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Waste recycling policy
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable cups only

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 203
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • High chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Main - Riti Panna /Ceylon – This buffet restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Italian - La Forchetta – This theme restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Asian - Kaori – This theme restaurant specialises in Asian cuisine and only serves dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Restaurant - Saute – This restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and only serves dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Ecostars. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Fees & policies

Policies

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.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property does not serve alcohol on Poya Day (every full moon day of the month) and other public holidays as per local law.
Property Registration Number 134004410
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Hotel Riu Sri Lanka Galle
Hotel Riu Sri Lanka Ahungalla
Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive Ahungalla
Riu Sri Lanka Ahungalla
Riu Sri Lanka
Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive All-inclusive property

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive?

Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive and nearby?

On-site recreation at Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive includes fitness classes. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools. Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive also has 4 bars, a nightclub and a water slide, as well as a steam room and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive?

Yes, there are 4 on-site restaurants, featuring international cuisine.

Does Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive like?

Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive is located a short 5-minute walk from Ahungalla Beach.

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Reviews

Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The restaurant offered a wide variety of delicious food options with excellent quality and service. (13 reviews)
  • The all-inclusive experience offered a wide range of choices, excellent quality food, and unlimited drinks. (3 reviews)
  • The beach was clean, sandy, and perfect with a beautiful view. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

upgraded ocean view room, friendly staff and clean premises
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel breakfast and dinner was delicious and view is amazing
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything is excellent, the location, the food, the staff, the amenities, the room, ... only a bad mark for the very poor performance of the entertainment team !
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were always helpful and facilities and room were top level. Great selection of food.
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10/10 Exceptional

Like always the RIU was a great hotel to stay in .z staff as always amazing food delicious. Beach beautiful sea a little bit rough
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10/10 Exceptional

What a fantastic experience, the staff where wonderful extra clean entertainment and food was delicious definitely going again
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel to relax and unwind!
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10/10 Exceptional

Housekeeping was excellent and spotless. The food was really tasty and we never had a bad meal here, the spread was very good. Service in general was very spot on especially Chaminda, who took really good care of us. The kids club ran by Shashini was very well received by our daughter and overall we had a really good time hear. We would love to visit again!
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8/10 Very good

Clean rooms and available facilities. Changing facilities at end of stay were fantastic. Food was lovely and the availability and choice was really good. Sauté was our favourite of the speciality restaurants.
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6/10 Good

The accommodation is clean, the staff are very friendly and helpful and the food is good. This hotel isn’t 5 star though. If you are looking for 5 star luxury the Riu doesn’t have it
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10/10 Exceptional

An absolutely wonderful hotel. Superb service from ALL staff. Wonderful pools and gym. Food was superb with a huge amount of choice.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good place for rest and relax. Friday staffs amazing .
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel rooms and facilities were well kept. The food was good, even though the variety could be wider. Local draft beer that is served in the resort was good and I'm a beer person. The personnel was beyond friendly and very helpful. The down side is the beach and the water. The waves were so strong that the sweeming was out of the questions (((
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10/10 Exceptional

RIU was excellent in service and being an all inclusive, we didn't need to leave the property! Many choices on the menu to keep you there both for food and drinks. Lots of entertainment and activities throughout the day so never a dull moment. Would definitely recommend going with a group to make full use of the unlimited cocktails and beers. Has a kids club and kids pool too which keeps them occupied.
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10/10 Exceptional

We had an amazing experience at Riu Sri Lanka. More Kids friendly activities would have been great. Otherwise, it is a lovely place to stay to relax, eat and be entertained by a variety of events every night.
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10/10 Exceptional

The property was clean and the service was excellent. Special mention to the head chef and staff at dining. The food was excellent at or above international standards. I loved the food and drinks here along with excellent customer service. Looking forward to coming back here and enjoying the wonderful hospitality of this place!!
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were amazing Rooms large but the floor gets slippy with the humidity Shampoo conditioner body lotion and shower gel Free re stock of fridge every other day with pop and juice and water tea coffee
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10/10 Exceptional

Cleanliness, food, pools and most important the staff. Always attentive, eager to help, smiling and look like they enjoy themselves while Mali g you very welcome. The dining room and specially crew were great. The pool crew did an excellent job. Room was clean by wonderful attentive personnel.
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10/10 Exceptional

We liked the stuff and services. Everyone was so friendly and attentive. Rooms were perfectly clean. Food was tasty and the drinks were good. In front of the hotel you can find some Tuk Tuks to visit ambient locations. For rainy days you can also use the indoor jacuzzis and steam bath.
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4/10 Fair

Fantastic beach. This hotel is the worst riu I’ve been at. We didn’t sleep at all due to the barking dogs in the street. The restaurants called a la carte at actually buffets as well and were limited in their operation. The staff was courteous and kind. The cleaning was done well. The location too close to a main road is a serious problem here through
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8/10 Very good

We went for this hotel based on the trust in the Riu brand, location, all inclusive basis and general good reviews. Overall the hotel was very good. We’d stop short of rating it as excellent based on some of the amenities looking / feeling slightly tired - probably on the basis of having been worked hard. Some key thoughts; We visited during the Middle East war / crisis and consequently the hotel was much quieter than normal. Therefore everything felt more spacious, less crowded and easier to access. We wondered how our very good experience might of been if the hotel had been close to full as we were told is the normally the case. The food was outstanding - particularly for an all inclusive. The choices were broad and quality excellent. The themed restaurants were also superb and easy to book. The Pan Asian and Sauté restaurants were particularly good. The staff were brilliant, so polite, helpful and curtious - a real credit to the hotel and Riu. There were 3 big pools but only one with an easy bar access which was also strictly (and enforced) adults only. That suited us but with parties including under 18s may be an inconvenience and something to consider. The rooms were big, clean with functional facilities and simple decor designs. The hotel is right on a stunning public beach. You can swim but need to take care due to big waves and strong currents. Overall, we’ve done lots of all inclusives and this one is defiibately up there as one of the better we’ve experienced!
View of sea and beach from pool
View of hotel from beach
Pools
Stunning sunsets!
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6/10 Good

Riu Sri lanka

I booked 3 rooms for 2 nights. Positive: * Staff was very professional and very attentive. * Place was big with lots of activities * Food was good. Buffets have a lot of choice. * service was excellent * clean rooms Negative: * resort was way overcrowded. *Adult pool was overcrowded and dirty. * Pool had 80% men staring at us the whole time * People swimming in pool with regular cloths on. * drinks and cocktails selection are limited with them being watered down. * no bathroom or bed room amenities. * beach access no life guard and when you step on to the beach you get harrased by locals. Overall it will be a great place if they only allow people who stay overnight and not allow anyone on day pass. Cost of everything is a bit too high for resorts in Sri lanka.
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10/10 Exceptional

Really awesome experience overall!
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8/10 Very good

Great room, clean hotel, lovely staff. One restaurant closed however and buffet restaurant not that great, bbq restaurant the best!
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6/10 Good

Best staff. Food was not in that standard.