Nilaveli Beach Hotel

Beachfront hotel on Nilaveli's private sand, steps from Pigeon Island snorkeling

Beach & Water Activities

Nilaveli Beach Hotel gives guests direct access to a private beach area. The hotel sits a mere 10-minute boat ride from Pigeon Island, where snorkeling and dolphin watching are common. Water sport facilities on site include diving, snorkeling, and fishing, all organized through the hotel's own arrangements.

Dining

The beachfront restaurant serves an international menu with a variety of drinks. A special Beach BBQ dinner is held every Saturday night, set up on the sand. Guests on half-board receive both breakfast and dinner buffets, with fresh seafood and local fruits featured regularly.

Wellness & Relaxation

A large outdoor swimming pool is open all year, surrounded by sun loungers and shade trees. The hotel's spa & wellness centre offers treatments such as Ayurveda, though the spa is located 2 km away and a tuk-tuk is provided. Pool towels and beach chairs are complimentary for all guests.

Rooms & Accommodation

Rooms at Nilaveli Beach Hotel are spacious, air-conditioned, and come with a minibar, safe, tea/coffee maker, and DVD player. Many rooms offer ocean views, with Deluxe rooms featuring outdoor seating and loungers. The hotel has a deliberate no WiFi policy in rooms, promoting a digital detox.

Family & Activities

Family rooms and connecting options are available, and the hotel provides board games and puzzles for children. Kids' meals are offered on the menu, and the large pool has a shallow end for younger swimmers. On-site activities include badminton equipment, beach games, and evening entertainment with local musicians.

• Private Beach: Guest-only beach access with fine sand
• Pigeon Island Boat Trips: 10-minute boat ride for snorkeling and turtle spotting
• No WiFi Policy: Digital detox initiative throughout the hotel
• Beach BBQ Dinners: Every Saturday night on the sand
• On-Site Diving & Snorkeling: Tours organized through the hotel's PADI dive center
• Outdoor Pool: Large free-form pool with sun loungers and shade trees
• Spa & Wellness Center: Ayurveda treatments 2 km away, tuk-tuk transfer included