Pegasus Reef - A Beach Resort in Colombo

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8 (1162 reviews)
Hendala , Colombo , LK

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Lovely pool and organized pool activities
Strong, welcoming service and helpful staff
Excellent breakfast buffet and varied dinner options
Close to the beach / tucked away from city hustle
Comfortable, spacious and well-maintained rooms noted by many
Good value for money (half-board appreciated)
Cons:
Reported food poisoning from the seafood restaurant (serious safety concern)
Inconsistent cleanliness (bathroom corners with hairs, dirty dishes in restaurant)
Shower issues: low temperature/weak pressure and falling shower head
Noisy air conditioning in some rooms
Wi‑Fi failure reported on some floors
Occasional poor/terrible restaurant service and staff inattentiveness

Categories

Cleanliness
7.5
Mixed: several guests called rooms 'spotless' and praised housekeeping, but others reported hairs/debris in bathroom corners and issues with dirty dishes in restaurant, indicating inconsistent cleanliness.
Service
9
Strong overall: multiple reviews praise welcoming, attentive and friendly staff, excellent room service and memorable interactions; isolated reports describe generic or poor restaurant service.
Location
9
Very positive: hotel described as tucked away from city hustle, close to the beach/sea and offering a pleasant outlook — consistently noted as a location strength.
Room Quality
7.5
Mixed: many guests found rooms spacious, comfortable and well maintained, but there are repeated issues with shower power/temperature, a falling shower head and noisy air conditioning.
Amenities
8.5
Generally strong: pool, gym and organized pool activities are praised and add to the stay; some amenity problems reported (floor-specific Wi‑Fi failure, noisy AC) but overall positive.
Value for Money
8.5
Positive: several guests highlight good value, especially with half-board included and one review explicitly calling it 'excellent value for money.'
Food and Beverage
7
Polarized: many guests rave about the international breakfast buffet, dinner options and desserts, but there are serious negatives — including reported food poisoning from the seafood restaurant and poor restaurant service for some guests.
Overall Experience
7
Overall mixed-positive: numerous glowing stays (relaxing, welcoming, excellent food and service) are tempered by a few severe negatives (food poisoning, service lapses), leaving the aggregate experience above average but not uniformly excellent.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 03:07

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views

The Pegasus Reef Hotel, located just a 10-minute drive from Colombo’s city centre and a stone's throw away from Helakanda Beach, offers a perfect blend of convenience and relaxation. Each air-conditioned room is equipped with modern amenities including cable TV, a minibar, and a private balcony to soak in the picturesque views.

Recreational Facilities for Every Guest

Guests can unwind at the outdoor pool, stay active at the fully equipped fitness centre, or enjoy a game of tennis on the hotel's court. For those looking to explore, the tour desk is readily available to provide travel assistance, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience.

Culinary Delights and Refreshing Beverages

Indulge in a diverse culinary experience at Rasaketha Restaurant, offering a wide array of international dishes. For a more casual setting, the Lion Bar and the Pool Bar serve refreshing drinks and light snacks, perfect for unwinding after a day of sightseeing.

Book your stay at Pegasus Reef Hotel now for a truly unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CMB

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1162 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.5
Service: 9
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 7
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kate • couple • au
2
Pros:

The staff were amazing

Cons:

The place is unclean, there is no hot water, the food is subpar, the facilities are outdated and there was a party every night. Certainly not a relaxing hotel would not go again.

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Sudantha • couple • lk
10
Pros:

We had a wonderful stay at Pegasus Reef Hotel! The experience was truly enjoyable, and everything was great. The hotel atmosphere was lovely, the staff were friendly and helpful, and the service was excellent. The room was comfortable, and the food was delicious. We really enjoyed our time here and created some beautiful memories. Thank you to the entire team for making our stay special. Highly recommended, and we would definitely love to visit again!

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Eduardo • couple • es
6
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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ejpp • family_with_children • pt
10
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Sofia • family_with_children • pt
10
Pros:

I loved Ashen support

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Siddesh • extended_group • in
10
Add this location in your bucketlist if u r visiting Colombo
Pros:

Location is best at affordable price

Cons:

There is nothing that I can say, everything was perfect

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Ismail • solo_traveller • mv
8
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Jawaher • extended_group • sa
5
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Ismail • solo_traveller • mv
8
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Supun • couple • lk
8
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Tharaka • solo_traveller • lk
9
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Mano • extended_group • gb
10
A very pleasant and relaxing time.
Pros:

It was by the sea with lots of land around the hotel. Very pleasant to walk around in.
The staff were very pleasant and friendly. They went out of their way to make our stay pleasant.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Mano • extended_group • gb
10
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Sriyan • family_with_children • au
9
Enjoyed the stay, staff was very supportive and the food was very tasty.
Pros:

Breakfast and dinner had a good variety and was very tasty.
Staff were very helpfull.
The room was spacious and the power sockets support different region power cords.

Cons:

The beach had debree due to recent heavy rain.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Dhiviya • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Nigorakhon • couple • uz
10
Pros:

Расположение отеля отличное, мы жили в G этаже, выход с балкона прямо в сад и бассейн. В двух шагах от коттеджа доступ к океану, которая прекрасными волнами вдохновляет к лучшему настроению.
Питание очень хорошее, мы бронировали проживание с полным пансионом, рекомендую если вы хотите провести время в пляжном отдыхе и доступом в промежутке в различные туры дневные и шоппинг лучше оставаться в этой гостинице.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Pradish Chandra • couple • np
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Sivapathasuntharam • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
9
Good value and great pool
Pros:

Good location and very comfortable room, although air conditioning was very noisy. Pool is great and dinner/breakfast generous

Cons:

Noisy air conditioning

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Amila Pawan Wijesekara • solo_traveller • lk
9
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee