SERENMO, Hikkaduwa
About the Hotel
Serenmo - A beachfront boutique hotel with a year-round pool, spa treatments, and proximity to Narigama Beach
Serenmo, a 4-star beachfront boutique hotel in Hikkaduwa, offers air-conditioned rooms with balconies or terraces, private bathrooms, and garden views. Rated 9.7 on Booking.com and 10 by recent guests, it features a year-round outdoor swimming pool surrounded by tropical greenery, where resident tortoises and birds can be observed. The on-site restaurant, The Spice Garden Bistro, serves American, local, Asian, and international cuisines for lunch and dinner, with dishes made fresh to order, including authentic Sri Lankan options; breakfast is available each morning at Serenmo and can be tailored to preferences. For wellness, the hotel provides massage treatments (back, couples, foot, full body, hand, head, neck), a spa and wellness centre, yoga classes, and an Ayurvedic centre nearby. Leisure activities include bicycle rental, cooking classes (e.g., with Chintha), and scuba diving in the surroundings; free WiFi is available throughout, and free private parking is on site. The hotel is located 200 metres from Narigama Beach, a short walk across the train track, and is 29 km from Koggala Airport, with a free airport shuttle service; nearby attractions include Hikkaduwa Coral Reef and Galle Fort, with Galle International Cricket Stadium accessible. Serenmo offers family rooms, a kids' pool, BBQ facilities, a garden, a sun terrace, and a 24-hour front desk with currency exchange, lockers, and tour desk; additional services include laundry, dry cleaning, ironing, luggage storage, car hire, and safety deposit boxes. Guests have noted the spacious rooms, such as the Deluxe Double Room, and the staff's attentiveness, with personal butler service highlighted as exceptional.
Pros
Stunning pool area with lush tropical greenery and resident tortoises.
Restaurant serves fresh, delicious food made to order, with authentic Sri Lankan dishes.
Staff are friendly, accommodating, and provide personal butler service.
Spacious, immaculate rooms with outdoor bathrooms and garden views.
Excellent location just a 3-4 minute walk from the beach.
Cons
Expect some noise from passing trains.
Card payments incur a 3% bank transaction fee; cash is preferred.
Must-do experiences
- Visit the Hikkaduwa Coral Sanctuary for vibrant marine life.
- Taste the delicious 'pittu' at the local street food stalls.
- Explore the bustling Hikkaduwa Market for unique souvenirs.
- Catch a stunning sunset at the famous Hikkaduwa Beach.
- Experience a thrilling whale watching tour from Mirissa.
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Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Locker room
- Currency exchange
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Cycling
- Yoga class
- Fishing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
- Children's pool
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Spa & wellness centre
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock