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C Beyond Nilaveli

Hotel in Nilaveli

Featuring free WiFi, C Beyond Nilaweli offers accommodation in Nilaveli. The property overlooks a large natural pond and is located 19 km from Trincomalee. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.

A
Andrea
From
Italy
Hospitality, food, room, sea front
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 286 reviews
Price from
US$160
1 night, 2 adults

Amanta Beach

Hotel in Nilaveli

Offering a year-round outdoor swimming pool and views of the sea, Amanta Beach is set in Nilaveli, 20 km from Trincomalee. Each air-conditioned room offers a view. Rooms have a private bathroom.

n
natalia
From
Poland
nice owner, great location - wide beach with sun loungers, beautiful garden, unique cuisine
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Price from
US$94.50
1 night, 2 adults

Avila Nilaveli Beach

Hotel in Nilaveli

Set in Nilaveli, within 200 metres of Nilaveli Beach and 6.1 km of Velgam Vehera, Avila Nilaveli Beach offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who...

K
Karen
From
United Kingdom
We had a wonderful stay at Avila Nilaveli Beach. The rooms were incredibly comfortable, with excellent air conditioning that made the heat feel like a distant memory. The location is perfect—just a quick 5-minute walk to the beautiful Nilaveli Beach, which was so convenient for daily visits. What really stood out, though, was the flexibility of the staff. They went above and beyond to accommodate our schedule, adjusting breakfast times to fit with our activities. Their attention to detail and willingness to help made our stay even more enjoyable. Overall, a great spot for a relaxing and hassle-free getaway!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews
Price from
US$55.08
1 night, 2 adults

Akash Premium Hotel

Hotel in Nilaveli

Set in Nilaveli, 300 metres from Nilaveli Beach, Akash Premium Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

A
Andreas
From
Austria
Nice and very modern rooms. Close to the beach and lots of restaurants. Don't let yourself be fooled by the picture of the garage door. It's not a garage at all but a proper hotel 😅
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$31.25
1 night, 2 adults

Anukama Resort

Hotel in Nilaveli

Located in Nilaveli, 1.4 km from Nilaveli Beach, Anukama Resort provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

B
Björn
From
Netherlands
Friendliness of the staff, they really want to make everything as comfortable as possible. The room was really nice and clean great beds. The pool is open from 0830 till 2130 so the kids could go swimming after dinner which we really enjoyed. And its nice location close to the beach (500m walk). And with a tuktuk you can go to Uppuveli for more action and nice restaurants. Definitely go to Your Choice restaurant there.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 295 reviews
Price from
US$65
1 night, 2 adults

The Reef Resort

Hotel in Nilaveli

Situated in Nilaveli, 200 metres from Nilaveli Beach, The Reef Resort features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

H
Harun
From
Turkey
How clean and orderly it is with support of great staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 302 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

NN Beach Resort Nilaveli

Hotel in Nilaveli

Set in Nilaveli, a few steps from Nilaveli Beach, NN Beach Resort Nilaveli offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

T
Tereza
From
Czech Republic
Great location, clean rooms, attentive staff, lovely manager, various activities for active guests and tranquil spots for reading and chilling. Plus very delicious cuisine. We loved it here. Thank you so much!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 322 reviews
Price from
US$60
1 night, 2 adults

Cardamon Hotel Nilaveli

Hotel in Nilaveli

Located in Nilaveli, 12 km from Trincomalee, Cardamon Hotel Nilaveli features a restaurant, bar and free WiFi throughout the property.

E
Emma
From
Thailand
We had a lovely stay at Cardamon Hotel, the team is very kind an always checking how we are going and if we need help. The hotel situation is perfect to relax and deconnect, with an access to the beach and a diving center next to it. Room are big, simple and confortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 494 reviews
Price from
US$67.50
1 night, 2 adults

Nilaveli Beach Resort - Level 1 Certified

Hotel in Nilaveli

Nilaveli Beach Resort is set on the bronzed sands of Nilaveli Beach. This tranquil resort welcomes guests with a private beach area, cosy guestrooms and free internet access at all public areas.

B
Bertrand
From
France
We had a great time at the Nilaveli beach resort. The staff was really very nice. What is not said is that, on the beach, next to the resort, there is an exceptionnal spectacle every day: traditionnal fishing. Fishermen bring an enormous net with a boat, about 1 km away from the shore. The net is linked with 2 long ropes that 20 people pull up from the beach for about 2 hours. Estonishing to discover how many fishes they bring that way in their net!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 211 reviews
Price from
US$180
1 night, 2 adults

Nilaveli Beach Hotel

Hotel in Nilaveli

This hotel is nestled on Nilavali Beach, a 10-minute boat ride from Pigeon Island. There is no available WiFi, a large outdoor pool and spacious rooms with views of the ocean.

N
Noorzidah
From
Singapore
Good spread of breakfast. There's fridge in the room. Hotel arrange for tour which is good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews
Price from
US$80
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in Nilaveli

Airport shuttle (free)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews
From US$177 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews
From US$15.13 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 203 reviews
From US$50.85 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews
From US$30.60 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 258 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews
From US$35 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 262 reviews
From US$58 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
From US$28.25 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 295 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 302 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 494 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 286 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 322 reviews

Hotels located in the centre of Nilaveli

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews

Surya Lagoon Village is a recently renovated villa in Nilaveli, where guests can make the most of its private beach area and garden.

From US$48.84 per night

Offering a garden and garden view, Rainbow Villa Nilaveli is situated in Nilaveli, 8.1 km from Velgam Vehera and 14 km from Kanniya Hot Springs.

From US$122.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

Set in Nilaveli and only 800 metres from Nilaveli Beach, NR Villa Nilaveli offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$10.99 per night

Situated within 600 metres of Nilaveli Beach and 3.5 km of Pigeon Island National Park, Riskan Enterprises features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Nilaveli.

From US$41.07 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews

Comprising an open-air bath and massage services, Coconut Leaf Shadow Guest is a recently renovated accommodation in Nilaveli located close to Nilaveli Beach.

From US$14.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Located within less than 1 km of Nilaveli Beach and 3.6 km of Pigeon Island National Park in Nilaveli, Nilaveli Stay Inn provides accommodation with seating area.

From US$29.67 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews

Set in Nilaveli, Pearl Inn Green is a recently renovated accommodation, 800 metres from Nilaveli Beach and 3.5 km from Pigeon Island National Park.

From US$20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

Situated in Nilaveli, 1.2 km from Nilaveli Beach, Thirumalai Park features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$18 per night

Budget hotels in Nilaveli and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 180 reviews

Located in Trincomalee, 1.3 km from Nilaveli Beach, Palmera Eco Resorts Nilaveli provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

From US$106.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

With Nilaveli Beach reachable in 700 metres, Apartment314 Oceanfront condos Nilaveli provides accommodation, a restaurant, a private beach area, pool with a view and a garden.

From US$117.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

Set in Trincomalee, 1.1 km from Nilaveli Beach, Cocolagoon eco Resort Nilaveli offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$50.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

Located in Trincomalee, 700 metres from Nilaveli Beach, Sunstar Nilaveli provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews

Featuring free WiFi and a terrace, Sea Zone Hotel Nilaveli offers accommodation in Nilaveli. Free private parking is available on site. Certain units include a seating area where you can relax.

From US$22 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews

Set in Nilaveli, 70 metres from Nilaveli Beach, Sea Way Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From US$26.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews

Situated in Trincomalee, less than 1 km from Nilaveli Beach, ITALIAN GUEST features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From US$39.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.4
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Situated in Nilaveli, 200 metres from Nilaveli Beach, Sea View Beach Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a shared lounge.

From US$20.40 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Nilaveli and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Situated in Trincomalee with Nilaveli Beach nearby, Gowsalya Guest House - Nilaveli Trincomalee features accommodation with free private parking.

From US$22.37 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 203 reviews

Situated in Trincomalee, 700 metres from Nilaveli Beach, Blu Marine Nilaveli features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a shared lounge.

From US$50.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

Located in Trincomalee, within 300 metres of Nilaveli Beach and 4.1 km of Pigeon Island National Park, Sai Seashell Rest Inn Nilaveli provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the...

From US$23.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Vitamin Sea beach cottage is a beachfront property located in Nilaveli, 4.3 km from Pigeon Island National Park and 8.9 km from Velgam Vehera.

From US$51.89 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews

Pigeon Island Beach Resort and Spa is located to the north of Trincomalee City. Offering rooms and suites with a private balcony, the resort has an outdoor pool and a fitness centre.

From US$82.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews

This hotel is nestled on Nilavali Beach, a 10-minute boat ride from Pigeon Island. There is no available WiFi, a large outdoor pool and spacious rooms with views of the ocean.

From US$104.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews

Located in Nilaveli, 1 km from Nilaveli Beach, Nilaveli Hybrid Holiday Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

From US$32.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

Set in Walauttu, 1.3 km from Nilaveli Beach, JKAB Lagoon Resort offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

From US$132 per night

FAQs about hotels in Nilaveli

What guests said about Nilaveli:

10

I liked the small hotel we stayed in on the beach front (...

I liked the small hotel we stayed in on the beach front (Mithra Paradise) and the semi-private beach. A real gem if you're looking for a quiet romantic place. Much better than the big faceless commercial hotels. I would recomemmend the small guest houses in the whole of SL for this reason as the service is exceptional and they are usually family-run so they put a lot of love and effort into pleasing their guests. No mosquitoes in July. Avoid the dolphin watching 'chasing' tours. Loads of boats making a big noise and running over the dolphins. Poor animals. You only glimpse them for a few seconds and the boat ride is hell on your back. Try the snorkelling instead.
Guest review by
Liz
Switzerland
8.0

it was great there.No worries about the sea,just the wind...

it was great there.No worries about the sea,just the wind was blowing a bit strong.Com[any always around you,you are safe there.You can book snorkelling,boat rides,sea tour any time,many options available.saw about 200 DOLPHINS!fisherman always fuzzing around in the morning.Annoying fishing boats.
Guest review by
Shanaka
Sri Lanka
8.0

A much more peaceful beach holiday that at neighbouring...

A much more peaceful beach holiday that at neighbouring Uppaveli, so if you want to get away from the crowds, it’s a perfect spot. The surrounding countryside looks beautiful too - I wish we’d have had more time to explore. We ate at Sara’s fish restaurant, where the seafood kottu & prawn curry were delicious.
Guest review by
Penny
10

Nilaveli is the perfect beach if you want peace and quiet ,...

Nilaveli is the perfect beach if you want peace and quiet , not many shops or facilities about, a few ok restaurants near by some expensive for Sri Lanka even more pricey than England, would need to travel 15km by local Tuk Tuk to find a good choice in Trincomalee-Nilaveli-Pulmodai which around 2000 rupees each way
Guest review by
Gary
United Kingdom
10

Very soft golden sand. Sea was not rough during our stay.

Very soft golden sand. Sea was not rough during our stay. Snorkeling trips are arranged by guides to nearby Pigeon Island. Pristine corrals and species. May be less restaurants along the beach, and not much of public facilities like toilets and wheelchair access etc
Guest review by
Nandun
Sri Lanka
10

Nilaveli has a lot to offer.

Nilaveli has a lot to offer. The lower part of the beach closer to Trincomalee is very much like Bali or Goa with lots of accommodation including budget friendly options. It has many small cafes and restaurants right on the beach. There are also many dive shops offering diving experiences at Pigeon Island just off the coast. The upper end of the beach is more secluded and has fewer beach cafes and bars. This is where the larger more upmarket Nilaveli Beach Hotel is located.
Guest review by
Christopher
Australia

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 296 reviews
We absolutely loved our stay in Nilaveli! The hotel’s gardens are lush and green with so many butterflies, dragonflies and damselflies. The beach is so close and we went every morning to swim in the sea before breakfast at sunrise. The place has a really chill vibe and the pool is so nice, with lots of shade if you want to hide from the sun during the day. The food is also great!
Guest review by
Stephanie
United Kingdom
From US$22 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews
Lovely, friendly family, especially the mum who made a good breakfast. Great location very close to the beach. Nice to have a balcony in peaceful surroundings. It was great that we could easily organise our trip to pigeon island through the hotel. We really loved Nilaveli. It is a lot quieter and more authentic than other beach areas around here.
Guest review by
Jennie
United Kingdom
From US$82.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews
Good hotel with good food and good staff... unforgettable experience we had there...we recommend all of our friends to visit Pigeon Island Beach Resort in Nilaweli... Beach is very beautiful and rooms are very clean...Spa experience is superb ..
Guest review by
Anonymous
Switzerland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 96 reviews
The location to the beach is the best in all Nilaveli. You can hang out on the beach Cabanas of the hotel all day which is very good due to the heat and getting sun burned otherwise.
Guest review by
Dominik
Germany
From US$49.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews
delightful boutique hotel with friendly staff and excellent food on a beautiful beach
Guest review by
Ginny
United Kingdom