Tantalize Beach Hotel, 80240 Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka
#41 of 102 hotels in Hikkaduwa
Guests' ChoiceBased on 101 hotel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Location
8.8
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.6
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
6.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 8 August 2025
Phung
United States- water pressure was very low, it took me so long to shower - the room floor didnt feel clean to walk barefooted
+friendly staff +breakfast +pool +lounge beach area +beach view +car parking
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 23 July 2025
Amanda
AustraliaThe location is about a 10 minutes tuk tuk from Hikaduwa which wasnt an issue for us. We loved being a little out of town with a quiet beach and sensational views. The food was exception, great breakfast, we went for the Sri Lankan option and they prepared a fabulous dinner for us one night. Fish curry with all the trimmings - it was an absolute feast. The staff are outstanding, genuinely warm and helpful.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 9 July 2025
Loretta
AustraliaThe staff The location The food
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 14 May 2025
Gayantha
Sri LankaVery beautiful location and staff is really friendly.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 20 April 2025
Lasitha
Sri LankaNothing
It is a nice little hotel situated right on the beach. The room is so clean and cozy. Beautiful view of the ocean right from the room. The swimming pool is also very clean so is the beach. Breakfast was also good. Above all the staff is super friendly. They did everything they could to all my requests. Overall I can recommend it to anyone who loves a quiet and comfortable stay in a small clean accommodation right on the beach.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 16 April 2025
C
Sri LankaWonderful location. It’s right at the beach front. We spent 2 days during new year holidays. Staff is very friendly. Food is delicious.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 9 March 2025
Yashi
Sri LankaFriendly staff with can do attitude, no double standards for locals in this property.Highly recommend and great value for money.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 8 March 2025
Kamilla
DenmarkThe hotel is a bit far from any town, so there’s not a lot of restaurants or shops around. If you’re looking for a secluded beach escape, this is the spot.
Beautiful hotel situated right on the beach. The staff is warm and welcoming, the rooms comfortable and spacious. There’s a nice pool area and direct access to a secluded beach. Breakfast is good.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 28 February 2025
Julius
GermanyNot the best Wifi in the room
Everthing
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 19 February 2025
Thirunavukkarasu
United KingdomIn one of the room few cockroaches were running around and didn’t have a peaceful sleep
Staff were polite and received good hospitality
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 19 February 2025
Anne
New ZealandThe food was average but that is more related to the chef than the facility. Great restaurant just 100 m away so no problem
Very friendly staff Lovely pool with plenty of loungers (enough for all the guests)
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 14 February 2025
Rajat
IndiaWe had booked a standard double room. It was a pool and ocean view room. The property was very clean. The staff was very friendly and prompt. They were very helpful in arranging transport. Eventhough we had checked out of our room,since our flight was in the evening, Angalo gave us another room where we could change. The property is close to Hikkaduwa ( you will have to rent a bike, tuk tuk or take public transport). Also it was a birthday trip so they helped us arrange a cake and decorated room to make it special. Vidhuni the front desk staff was very polite and always ready to assist. Overall good experience.Good location.Good breakfast. Will surely recommend.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 13 February 2025
Sumit
United Arab EmiratesStaff & service along with the beach access
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 7 February 2025
Ritika
FranceLocation was great, right in front of the beach. Staff was super helpful and extremely sweet. They specially prepared a huge vegan and vegetarian breakfast for us. View from the room is great and it is very peaceful.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 7 February 2025
Anusha
IndiaThe downside is the distance from the main hikkaduwa beach area, it wasn't too much of a problem since we had our transport sorted. The other point was that we couldn't quite get into water in front of the hotel, it seemed a bit rocky and wasn't sure how safe it was. We did see other people going towards other spots on either side of the hotel but by then we were already going back and forth from the main beach, so didn't bother checking.
Tantalize beach was overall great. The staff was very welcoming and took care of us very well. We booked the triple room in the upper floor which offers a good view. The pool by the ocean and the greenery all around was lovely. They offer either a continental breakfast or a sri lankan breakfast, both were great. We had a good comfortable stay overall.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 4 February 2025
Avishka
Sri LankaA nice clean and relaxing place with beautiful scenery. Rooms are kept in perfect condition. The perfect place to enjoy a calm and relaxing evening. The room facilities, food and maintenance everything was above expectations. Friendly and lovely staff.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 17 January 2025
Terence
AustraliaSuperb location right on the waterfront in a quiet area. Very welcoming and friendly staff. A new hotel with excellent amenities.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 11 January 2025
Susanna
BrazilLovely beachfront property, we loved our stay, stunning sunsets each night. About ten mins from Hikkaduwa, calm and quiet, with a beautiful pool and lovely staff. Food available on site was good, another nice restaurant across the road. No liquor licence but you can bring your own. Highly recommended!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 9 January 2025
Ľudmila
SlovakiaThe rooms could be improved by including window mosquito nets. Other than that, the hotel is perfect.
Very well situated hotel, in a calm and quiet part of Hikkaduwa. The rooms are big and comfortable. All of the rooms are sea front and you can always watch the sunset from the balcony. The hotel also features a nice clean pool and some wooden sunbeds and parasols. We really had a wonderful time here, its one of the best hotels we've been to during our stay in Sri Lanka.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 9 January 2025
Piumi
Sri LankaI had to give a little lower rating because of the smell overcome from the toilet. Staff tried to make it better but not 100% success.
Had a lovely time over there and very nice location with beachfront. Also, it’s located in the very calm and quiet surrounding. There were friendly staff and had a very tasty breakfast. Ms. Viduni is a lovely girl and gave us a warm welcome.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 8 January 2025
Chanaka
Sri LankaBed is bit stiff and there were no exhaust fans in the washrooms, location is awesome with beautiful views and beaches, but its bit isolated from the tourist area, 12min drive to hikka
Everything was perfect and exceeded our expectations
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 5 January 2025
Malki
New ZealandWe had such an incredible time at Tantalize Beach Hotel! The staff were super friendly and went out of their way to make our stay special. I was traveling with my two cousins (three girls), and we felt completely safe the entire time. The hotel looks just like the photos, which was such a relief. It’s easy to find, with plenty of parking and great access from the main road. We arrived really early, way before the check-in time, but the staff happily checked us in without any fuss. The private beach was the highlight of our stay. We got to enjoy a stunning sunset, and the ocean view was absolutely breathtaking. We only had breakfast at the hotel, but it was fantastic . It was a proper Sri Lankan spread with lots of variety and everything was so delicious. The staff were always helpful and made sure we had everything we needed. Since it was just us and another couple staying that day, it felt like we had the whole place to ourselves, which made the experience even more special. I can’t recommend this place enough for anyone looking for a peaceful beach getaway. I’m already looking forward to my next visit!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 4 January 2025
Thushan
AustraliaMeals are good but not hot enough. Better to serve hot
Comfortable room, clean pool
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 31 December 2024
Roy
IsraelSuper friendly and accommodating staff!
Stayed in December 2024
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