Pigeon Island Beach Resort - Nilaveli

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Pigeon Island Beach Resort - Nilaveli
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Overall Score
Very good · 66 reviews
7.1Very good
Highest Rated
Location8.7
Staff8.2
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.0
Value for money6.3
Who stays here
Families51%
Couples24%
Groups18%
Solo6%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good · 66 reviews
7.1Very good
Highest Rated
Location8.7
Staff8.2
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.0
Value for money6.3
Who stays here
Families51%
Couples24%
Groups18%
Solo6%

Beachfront resort on one of Sri Lanka's finest beaches, with direct access to Pigeon Island Marine National Park and an Ayurvedic spa

Accommodation

Pigeon Island Beach Resort offers four well-appointed suites, each with a private balcony and sea views. The Deluxe Double and Triple Rooms include air conditioning, minibar, and tea/coffee maker. Some suites provide direct beach access and panoramic ocean views.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves local and Western dishes, with special diet menus available upon request. Guests can book private dining experiences on the beach with personalized service. The beach bar offers drinks and light snacks, while weekly themed dinner nights and happy hours are held regularly.

Wellness

The resort's Ayurvedic spa provides treatments based on traditional Sri Lankan medicine, using local herbs and oils. Spa facilities include a steam room and massage rooms, and the spa is open daily. A fitness centre is also available for guests.

Activities & Water Sports

A PADI-recognised dive centre on the hotel grounds arranges snorkelling and diving trips to Pigeon Island Marine National Park. Guests can also book sailing, overnight charters, and deep-sea fishing excursions. On land, the resort offers billiards, table tennis, and guided birdwatching tours for endemic and migratory species.

Location & Weddings

Pigeon Island Beach Resort is a 6-hour drive from Colombo International Airport, near Trincomalee City. The resort offers customizable wedding packages that incorporate traditional Sri Lankan ceremonies. Nearby attractions include Kanniya Hot Springs and the Pigeon Island Marine National Park.

  • Location: On one of Sri Lanka's finest beaches, adjacent to Pigeon Island Marine National Park
  • Rooms: Four well-appointed suites with private balconies and sea views
  • Dining: Private beach dining experiences and themed dinner nights
  • Wellness: Ayurvedic spa with traditional treatments and steam room
  • Activities: PADI dive centre, sailing, birdwatching, and whale watching
  • Weddings: Customizable ceremonies incorporating local traditions
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in for additional charge.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs USD 9.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Tamil
Building
Year renovated:2010
Number of rooms:49
Former name
Pigeon Island Resort
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Rooms and availability

Deluxe Triple Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed

Facilities

Main facilities

Paid Wi-Fi

Free parking
24-hour services

24-hour security

Babysitting
Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Children's play area

Private beach

Beach access

Private beach

Sun loungers

Beach umbrellas

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Fishing

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Dinner
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Pigeon Island Beach Resort

💵 Lowest room price 6756 INR
📏 Distance to centre 200 m
✈️ Distance to airport 24.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport China Bay, TRR

Location

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II Mile Post, Niwawelli, Nilaveli, Sri Lanka
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II Mile Post, Niwawelli, Nilaveli, Sri Lanka
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Beach
Nilaveli Beach
970 m

Reviews of Pigeon Island Beach Resort

7.1 /10
Very good
66 reviews
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