What’s really great with this place is that it is oozing with atmosphere. They are really proud of their heritage, and there’s even a small museum with pictures of some of the celebrities that have stayed here over the years.
We stayed here for two nights at the end of our Sri Lanka trip. Our room was large and equipped with an excellent shower. Breakfast, drinks and food were good and the staff very nice. Very helpful when I, late at night, realised I had forgotten my hat and glasses in the restaurant. The hotel was quiet when we were there (only a couple of months after the Easter attacks, so they scanned everyone and everything before entering the hotel). They had a 25% off all food and beverages promo running, which of course made everything even better value. Great pool. Swimming in the sea is not recommended; or prohibited, even. Other restaurants and shopping centres just a short walk, or tuk tuk ride, away.
Any flaws? Well, we didn’t have a balcony in our room. That would have been nice. And the aircon was somewhat noisy, and also seemed to bring smells from the kitchenup to the room. But now I’m being overly fussy. The colonial grandeur of this place is really well worth experiencing.