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Coral Sands Hotel

3.0 star property
Travelers enjoy poolside cocktails at two sun-drenched swimming areas with ocean panoramas, outdoor dining options, and entertainment facilities

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The Coral Sands Hotel, located on the ocean, offers poolside drinks, international dishes with sea views, scuba diving excursions, and spa services like massages and Ayurvedic treatments. Guests can relax in the garden or enjoy indoor entertainment in the arcade room.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Room options

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Partial sea view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Hikkaduwa, Coral Sands Hotel is on the beach. Ariyapala Mask Museum and Puppet Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Gurusinghe Moonstone Mine and Galle Tennis Club. Hikkaduwa National Park and National Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Snorkelling and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Thiranagama travel guide
Map
No.326, Galle Road, Hikkaduwa, 80240

What's nearby

  • Narigama Beach
    Narigama Beach
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Unawatuna Beach
    Unawatuna Beach
    31 min drive - 28.9 km
  • Outdoor restaurant at the luxury hotel with a ocean view, Bentota, Sri Lanka
    Bentota Beach
    42 min drive - 45.7 km
  • Hikkaduwa Beach
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Jananandharamaya
    11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
    117 min drive

Restaurants

  • Happy Waves
    4 min walk
  • Dolphin Restaurant
    4 min walk
  • Moon Light
    8 min walk
  • Red Lobster
    3 min walk
  • Sea Shells Restaurant
    1 min walk

About this property

Coral Sands Hotel

Hotel by the ocean
Take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe at Coral Sands Hotel. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and scuba diving. Treat yourself to spa services, such as Ayurvedic treatments or a massage. Enjoy international cuisine, ocean views, and al fresco dining at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and an arcade/games room.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, express check-in and barbecues
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 82 individually furnished rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
  • 32-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Ceiling fans, daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:30 AM to midnight on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Health club
  • Library
  • Scuba diving

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

This is a designated quarantine hotel. The property can only accept bookings from travellers who are required to quarantine (i.e. international travellers). You may be asked to provide evidence of this on arrival.

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 30.00 (from 3 to 11 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 10 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 80 per vehicle (one way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 80 (one-way), (from 4 to 12 years old)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 24 December
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 31 December
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Coral Sands Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Coral Sands Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Coral Sands Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Coral Sands Hotel?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Coral Sands Hotel?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Coral Sands Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7:30 AM-midnight on request. A fee of USD 80 per vehicle applies.

Where is Coral Sands Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Hikkaduwa hotel is just steps away from Hikkaduwa Coral Reef and Hikkaduwa Beach. Narigama Beach and Hikkaduwa National Park are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Coral Sands Hotel Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 151 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast and dinner had good variety and was good value. Nice pool, close to the sea.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Wonderful staff

Beautiful location- perfect for beach and nearby bars and restaurants, shops
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great resort

Spacious resort right on the beach and great location. Rooms are comfortable and service was great. Lots of Russians which are not friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Not very clean, bit the staff was very helpful and kind
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Value for Money!

Nice clean rooms and beautiful view. Staff were fantastic and went the extra mile to upgrade our room on short booking notice. The pool and bar staff were fantastic. Right outside you can snorkel in the reef. Breakfast was a big spread. Only minus was I had to pay a small fee to use the gym. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the staff's hospitality and attentiveness to guests. The breakfast on the days there is no buffet consists of too much sugar and carbs. The staff needs to pay attention to have more Protein rich food items such as cheese, yoghurt, ham etc. Access to the beach is great. So sad to see so much plastic on the sea shores.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dula

AC IS COMING DIRECT TO YOUR FACE WHEN SLEEPING AND IT MAKES YOU SO SICK . IN GENERAL ROOMS CLEAN. ALACARTE MENU FOOD IS NOT THE BEST. FOOD IS NOT UPTO STANDARD.FISH WAS SERVED FOR DINNER AND IT WAS NOT FRESH
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joanne

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dated

The hotel is dated & needs a revamp. The first room was old, musty & tired. Water marks on the walls, very tired bathroom & poor fittings. The 2nd room was an improvement on the first although dated. Staff were friendly & amenable. Breakfast was buffet style and plentiful but lacked variety. Pool area was clean & safe, although hogging of sunbeds started early 0600! Overall was a satisfactory stay however there are better value hotels along the same stretch of road.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a very nice beach front hotel. Popular place since 70s. Close to the city center with bus/train stations, banks/ATMs. Turtle beach also very close, we can feed the friendly sea turtles and take photos. Kids friendly beach area. This hotel has swimming pools. One for the kids also. Good breakfast and dinner buffet with international food items, some local items also daily. Good A/C, Hot water, comfy beds. Some TV channels with BBC. Very friendly staff!! They keep this property clean and tidy all the time. All the guests are very happy with the amenities. Lots of repeat tourist show this place is memorable for them! We will come and stay again. Big thanks to Front Desk staff, housekeeping and kitchen staff. Pool staff make sure all are safe and happy.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Chandana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location right near the beach and wonderful staff. Condition of facilities is a little dated, but for the price considering the location not bad.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Sharon

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not good at all

When I accepted the room they claimed that I had not paid even though the payment was made through the website. There was no hot water in the shower until after a technician arrived - the directions between the hot and cold water were different. The room looks very old and so does the furniture. The air conditioner dripped water, the mattress sank and would not rest, and in the middle of the night the ceiling fan's switch gave off a burnt smell. Not a good experience at all
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

N'DIAYE

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chambre très vieillotte sdb avec de la moisissures seche cheveux d un autre temps frigo du mini bar pas propre problemes de fuites d eau de la climatisation
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Juha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hyvä sijainti!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Håkan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ett av det bästa hotel vi besökt på vår rundresa här på Sri Lanka. Fin ,trevlig och artig personal ,service minded. Detta hotell rekommenderar vi gärna andra. Dock ,som vanligt mycket ryssar. Återkommer gärna om vi kommer tillbaka hit till S.L. Håkan och BM
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ameshkumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very courteous. The safety deposit box and the room door lock were malfunctioning.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's not the fault of the hotel, but the power outages made the stay a little unconvenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Haris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location of the property is amazing! Its right on the beach and around the market. The property is gorgeous and the views are beautiful. You will love the sunset. Staff is alert and very helpful. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Amenities can be better - dental kit was not provided, so thats something they can work on. Overall, it was amazing & I would highly recommend to book it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mouna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place great location

What a lovely place to stay! Location is ideal as right on the beach and you have few restaurants and shops nearby. The staff are really friendly and helpful. I really cannot fault this hotel and should I ever visit again will definitely book this one again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location with two beaches either side and very close to some nice restaurants Good pool area but food at the pool bar was not great and a little over priced . Overall the hotel decor is a little outdated but that’s reflected in the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Ashwin

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was stinking & the washroom was horrible, the flush didn’t work & the exhaust made crazy loud noise and had no way to turn off. Horrible experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don't stay here unless you get the room very cheap

Very run down and not very clean. Way to expensive for what you get. Can not recommend this hotel and the dinner buffet for the halfboard was so bad we didn't even want to eat it, DJ playing very loud music in the restaurant and full of people everywhere. Waste of money! Staff tried to be helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Nils

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Coral Sand ligger fint precis bredvid havet

Hotellet erbjöd det mesta man kunde tänkas behöva. Vacker utsikt mot havet en stor pool och väldigt bra renlighet.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Äußerst freundliches, hilfsbereites Personal. Lage des Hotels für uns optimal. Sehr schöner Strand aber leider durch die Motoren der Boote eine schlechte Luft, teilweise stinkend.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sebastian jan-olov

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nära revet

Hotellet ligger nära revet där det är helt ok att snorkla. Mindre vågor på den stranden också jämfört med den stora surfstranden. Vi bodde i deluxrum med en stor altan utanför, vilket var mycket bra. Maten i Hikkaduwa var mycket billig. Vi åt i snitt för 150kr för två personer och 1,5 l öl.
Hotellet utifrån
Från vår altan
Solnedgång från altan
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

josiane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
hotel bien placer avec barriere de corail tous les jours des enormes tortues viennent
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020