SUNSET SANDS, Hikkaduwa
About the Hotel
Sunset Sands - A 5-star beachfront hotel with a year-round pool, spa, and family-friendly amenities
Sunset Sands is a 5-star, family-friendly hotel located 100 meters from Hikkaduwa Beach, on one of the widest beaches in Sri Lanka. The hotel features a year-round outdoor swimming pool with a fence, sun umbrellas, and pool/beach towels, alongside a spa and wellness centre with a public bath and spa lounge. Rooms are spacious and include air conditioning, balconies, private bathrooms, and many offer sea views; some also have kitchen facilities and minibars. The on-site restaurant serves lunch and dinner with vegetarian options, featuring pizza, seafood, local, and Asian cuisines, and can accommodate special dietary needs. Evening entertainment and themed dinner nights are offered, along with activities such as badminton, diving, and fishing. The hotel provides free WiFi throughout, free private parking, and an airport shuttle to Koggala Airport, which is 28 km away. Narigama Beach is just a few steps from the property, and Seenigama Beach and Hikkaduwa Coral Reef are nearby. Sunset Sands also offers a children's playground, indoor play area, baby safety gates, and strollers, making it suitable for families. Additional services include 24-hour front desk, tour desk, laundry, dry cleaning, ironing, and grocery deliveries.
Pros
Located just a few steps from Narigama Beach and 100 meters from Hikkaduwa Beach
Spacious rooms with sea views, balconies, and tea/coffee making facilities
Staff are very welcoming and responsive, with special attention to dietary needs
Breakfast offers a wide choice of fresh food, and the hotel is kept spotlessly clean
Complimentary on-site parking and electric vehicle charging station are available
Cons
The busier part of Hikkaduwa town is a short tuktuk ride away, not within walking distance
Some guests may find the 5-star rating does not meet premium luxury expectations
Must-do experiences
- Visit the Hikkaduwa Coral Sanctuary for snorkeling with turtles.
- Try the legendary seafood at Mambo's on the beachfront.
- Explore the local market at Hikkaduwa for fresh fruits and spices.
- Watch the sunset at Hikkaduwa Beach while enjoying a king coconut.
- Discover the unique art at the Tsunami Photo Museum nearby.
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Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Locker room
- Coffee shop
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Badminton
- Fishing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Dinner
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Playpen
- Baby pushchair
- Children's menu
- Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Public Bath
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor