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Uga Riva - Negombo

65 Thoppuwa, Kochchikade, Negombo

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Nov 23, 2026
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Nov 25, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Luxurious Accommodations

    Riva, a distinguished villa in Negombo, offers meticulously restored luxury accommodations within a lush coconut estate. Each room is adorned with traditional furniture, contemporary artwork, and modern amenities like a flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, and Espresso machine.

  • Exquisite Dining Experience

    Indulge in a sensory journey at Riva's upscale dining establishment. Enjoy delectable cuisine infused with rich island flavors. The chef caters to your dietary needs, ensuring every meal is a memorable experience.

  • Convenient Location

    Located just 30 minutes from the airport and 10 minutes from Negombo's town center, Riva is the perfect base for your Sri Lankan adventure. Relax in the serene coconut plantation surroundings or by the pool after a day of exploration.

Experience luxury, exquisite dining, and convenience at Riva. Book your stay now for a tranquil retreat in Negombo.

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Beautiful property

  • Exceptional service

At the hotel

Popular amenities

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  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Car hire
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
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Pools & wellness

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool cover
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Kid meals
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Restaurant
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Special diet menus - on request

Fitness & outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace

Rooms & comfort

  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Safety deposit box
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Free Parking
  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Valet parking

Guest services

  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Walking tours

Services & essentials

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Free WiFi
  • Key access
  • Picnic area
  • Room service
  • Shallow end
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

164 reviews
8/ 10
The property is beautiful with lovely rooms and grounds. The food is also delicious and the staff were very accommodating of our needs with a young baby. The hotel is also well situated very close to the airport - perfect for a final night in Sri Lanka before heading home.
Rabia · family with children · 2026-10-09

The guest experience

9.6out of 10
164 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Beautiful property
  • Exceptional service

Worth knowing — No spa available

How guests scored the stay

  • Service9.9

    Staff went over and above to deliver great service.

  • Overall Experience9.8

    Exceeded our expectations.

  • Location9.8

    Beautiful tranquil spot.

  • Room Quality9.8

    Rooms were great and spacious.

  • Food and Beverage9.8

    Food was outstanding, freshly prepared.

  • Cleanliness9.3

    Rooms are beautiful and clean, safe and strong.

  • Amenities9.3

    Lovely spacious room with pool and bar.

  • Value for Money9.3

    Great food and service for the luxury tier.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Mixed experiences

73% of 15 recent stays rated 8+

9.6164 reviews
  • A small beautiful hotel in Negombo

    8/10

    Rabia · family with children · 2026-10-09

    “The property is beautiful with lovely rooms and grounds. The food is also delicious and the staff were very accommodating of our needs with a young baby. The hotel is also well situated very close to the airport - perfect for a final night in Sri Lanka before heading home.”

  • Perfect place to start our Sri Lankan holiday.

    10/10

    Susan · couple · 2026-09-08

    “Absolute character property with lovely pool. Very spacious bedroom and bathroom. Delicious breakfasts and dinners at a private table set outside our room on the verandah. Wonderful thoughtful staff.”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Tazetdinova · couple · 2026-08-21

    “Все было замечательно. Прекрасное уединенное место. Мы находились там одни. Навигатор не вел нас, но встретил работник и помог найти дорогу.”

  • Beautiful but the extras bill will sting

    7/10

    Chris · solo traveller · 2026-07-23

    “It's a beautiful villa. And only 15-20mins from the airport so a good first or last night hotel.”

  • Un oasis en Sri Lanka

    10/10

    Ernesto · couple · 2026-05-20

    “El trato de todo el equipo, las instalaciones. Es un auténtico remanso de paz. La calidad de la comida, el desayuno increíble. Volvería una y mil veces.”

  • Amazing last stay

    10/10

    Annette · couple · 2026-05-19

    “Beautiful property with amazing staff — the perfect, relaxing end to our Sri Lanka holiday. We would highly recommend Uga Riva!”

  • Our stay was a beautiful end to our awesome 3 week trip on this gorgeous island.

    10/10

    gibson · couple · 2026-05-18

    “From the very start of our stay, we were invited into this marvellous hotel with smiles and a refreshing face cloth and tasty beverage. The staff, the food, the grounds and swimming pool were excellent in all respects. The situation of the hotel is perfect for some peace and relaxation either after or before a flight. Highly recommended!”

  • A charming colonial-style hotel with friendly service, excellent food, and a peaceful, intimate atmosphere near CMB airp

    8/10

    Jessica · couple · 2026-03-21

    “We had a pleasant stay at this charming hotel, highlighted by friendly and attentive service. The food was excellent, with great quality and taste. The property itself is beautifully designed in a colonial style, with lovely rooms and a well-maintained, peaceful atmosphere. With only seven rooms, the hotel offers a very personal and intimate experience, which we truly appreciated. Another big advantage is the quiet location, while still being conveniently close—just about 30 minutes—from Colombo Airport (CMB).”

  • schönes Hotel mit Schattenseiten

    6/10

    Holger · couple · 2026-03-20

    “Ein schönes Gebäude, gut ausgestattete Zimmer, schöner Pool, nettes Personal”

  • Fantastic overnight stay!

    10/10

    Charlotte · couple · 2026-03-20

    “Great comfortable hotel for our first night in Sri Lanka Fantastic food - crab curry was epic! Great pool and lounge areas, beautiful grounds Breakfast was also really spot on”

  • Really enjoyed our stay at Uga riva. Room was spacious and clean. Staff very attentive and fabulous food. Lovely warm sw

    10/10

    Andrea · couple · 2026-03-02

    “Wonderful first night stay in Sri Lanka”

  • Nie mehr Zimmer nr 3

    4/10

    peter · couple · 2026-01-22

    “Garten Pool”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Nagia · couple · 2026-01-14

    “Very clean, very kind staff, delicious food”

  • Guest review

    7/10

    Kerstin · family with children · 2026-01-13

    “Schönes kleines Hotel mit gutem Essen ( allerdings teuer für Sri Lanka). Das Personal war teilweise freundlich aber es gab sprachlich einige Probleme und man muss sehr oft nachhaken und nachfragen. Das Zimmer war wunderschön eingerichtet aber das Bett eine große Katastrophe und wir konnten zwei Nächte nicht schlafen. Es wurde von uns reklamiert aber hat nicht viel geholfen. Schade aber es hat einiges beim Service gefehlt.”

  • Gut als Start oder Ende für die anschließende Weiterreise

    9/10

    Farina · couple · 2026-01-12

    “Schönes altes Haus welches gut erhalten und gepflegt wird. Das Essen ist gut. Nähe zum Flughafen”

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