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Featuring an in-house restaurant and a 24-hour front desk, Hotel Dorset is located in Negombo only 200 metres away from the beautiful Negombo Beach. Free Wi-Fi access is available at all public areas. Rooms here will provide you with air conditioning or a fan, a private balcony and a seating area. Featuring hot-water showers, private bathrooms also include free toiletries. Guests enjoy garden views from all the rooms. At Hotel Dorset, guests will find an airport shuttle service and a library. The accommodation also offers bicycle rentals, a shared lounge area and a games room. Traditional massages can be arranged upon request. The guesthouse is conveniently placed 1 km from Negombo Railway Station and Negombo Bus Stand. Bandaranaike International Airport is 7 km away. The property offers free parking. Local Sri Lankan meals and other Western favourites will be served at the in-house restaurant. Breakfast can be served in the room upon request.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Negombo, this hotel has an excellent location score of 8.7

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Asian, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
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1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.7
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
9.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Imme
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Don and his family were great hosts! Accommodation was everything we needed. Location was perfect (beach 5min walking)! The breakfast at Dorset was beyond our expectations! With the typical fruits and flavours from Sri Lanka.
  • Chantelle
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The family were all so friendly and helpful, really made you feel at home straight away! They also really went out their way to help us with some of our queries. The location is good for Negombo, if you are flying in or out and want a quick...
  • Gleeson
    Ireland Ireland
    I arrived in late and had some complications with the booking. nevertheless the staff were more than accommodating and wonderful

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Pizza • Seafood • Local • Asian • International • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Facilities of Hotel Dorset
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Karaoke
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
  • Street parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Minimarket on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
    Additional charge
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wellness
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa facilities
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Hotel Dorset takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 12:00

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
US$15 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that guests are requested to provide airport pickup details minimum 24 hours prior to arrival to avail the service.

Guests are responsible for any damage caused to the room or its contents during their stay. (Including linens, Towels, etc..) Charges may apply for repairs or replacements.

Please inform Hotel Dorset in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about Hotel Dorset

  • Guests staying at Hotel Dorset can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Asian
    • Buffet
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go

  • The nearest beach is just 200 yards from Hotel Dorset. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Hotel Dorset offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Diving
    • Karaoke
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Spa facilities
    • Beach

  • Room options at Hotel Dorset include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Suite

  • The prices at Hotel Dorset may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Hotel Dorset is from 12:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Hotel Dorset has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Yes, Hotel Dorset is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Hotel Dorset is 250 yards from the centre of Negombo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.