Trinco Rest House

Hotels
6.5 (14 reviews)
Post Office Road , Trincomalee , lk

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Non-smoking throughout
Front desk (limited hours)
Free wired internet
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Convenient location
Helpful staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Unprepared service
Room maintenance concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
4.64
Attention needed for cleanliness; bathroom felt old and below standard, room had stained sheets.
Service
7.61
Staff attempted to help despite issues, but response to guest concerns was inadequate.
Location
8.65
Very convenient location, close to most attractions.
Room Quality
5.6
Room had issues including a snake incident and poor bathroom condition.
Amenities
7.63
Basic amenities present but lacking attention to guest comfort.
Value for Money
6.59
Price point was high given the quality of service and room condition.
Food and Beverage
5.14
Breakfast service was unprepared and not worth the cost.
Overall Experience
6.11
Mixed experience due to significant issues but some redeeming qualities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 11:22

Property Description

Garden Oasis: Trinco Rest House is a tranquil escape, nestled in a lush garden setting just 200 meters from Dutch Bay Beach. Enjoy the serene surroundings and unwind in nature's embrace.

Convenient Amenities: This 3-star hotel caters to your every need with free private parking, a relaxing terrace, and a delightful on-site restaurant. Indulge in room service, and rest easy with a 24-hour front desk and complimentary WiFi.

Nearby Attractions: Explore the beauty of Trincomalee with ease as the hotel is situated close to popular landmarks such as Sandy Cove Beach, Maritime and Naval History Museum, and St. Mary's Cathedral. Don't miss out on the convenience of being less than 1 km from Uppuveli beach.

Book your stay at Trinco Rest House for a memorable getaway in Trincomalee.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

6.5
Based on 14 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.64
Service: 7.61
Location: 8.65
Room Quality: 5.6
Amenities: 7.63
Value for Money: 6.59
Food and Beverage: 5.14
Overall Experience: 6.11
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zoysa • couple • lk
10
2025-09-06 • via Nuitee
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ChinthanaW • couple • lk
7
Better maintenance and guest consideration could enhance the stay
Pros:

Very convenient location. Close to most of the attractions in Trinco.

Cons:

More attention is needed to maintain cleanliness, especially in the bathroom, which felt old and below standard. While it’s understandable given the age of the property, improvements would make a big difference. Measures should also be taken to keep the rooms free from mosquitoes. During my stay, noise from people talking and laughing just outside the rooms late at night affected the comfort and rest of those inside.

2025-09-01 • via Nuitee
• solo_traveller • us
3
Unprepared. Maybe alright for local tourists. Language barrier for foreigners.
Pros:

The location was good. The staff tried to be as helpful as possible, even with the language barrier.

Cons:

One morning, waited one hour for an incredibly simple breakfast of fruit, toast, fried egg, and coffee, and they told me for the next day to order breakfast the night before. I didn't eat there again. That's not service. That's being unprepared, and the breakfast was too expensive anyway. The bathroom in the room wasn't very clean either.

2025-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Sha • couple • in
10
2025-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Mark • extended_group • fr
1
Dreadful.
Cons:

I booked for 2 nights and left after one night after finding a metre long snake in the room. I was returning from the local shop around 9 am after getting a few things and found it on the floor between the 2 beds.The room had a 2nd door providing access to a grass area - the base of the door was in poor condition and was the most likely point of entry.
The response from the staff was woeful - it took over 20 minutes for someone to respond after I alerted a waiter. Eventually the manager arrived, he didn't seem unduly concerned, no apology or reassurance. I was offered a single room with no a/c (having originally booked a deluxe double).
In addition to the above, one of the beds had stained sheets.
All in all not a great experience with the added inconvenience of trying to find alternative accommodation.

2025-07-19 • via Nuitee
K
Kanuwana • family with young children • lk
10
Exceptional
2025-06-02 • via Nuitee
E
Evegine • review category business travellers • ru
10
Wonderful stay
Pros:

I had a wonderful stay at Trinco Rest House during my visit to Trincomalee. The location is absolutely perfect—close to the harbor and within easy reach of local attractions. The rooms were cozy and clean, offering just the right level of comfort for a relaxing stay.

What I loved most was the peaceful atmosphere; it's an ideal spot for families or anyone looking to escape the busy city vibe. The bar on-site was a nice touch, giving us a place to relax and enjoy some downtime in the evenings.

Overall, it’s a great place to stay if you're visiting Trincomalee. I’d highly recommend it to anyone looking for a quiet and family-friendly accommodation option!

2025-01-15 • via Nuitee
R
Rao • family with young children • in
9
Superb
Pros:

Grea4 food
Value for money
Great location

Cons:

Overall good

2025-01-06 • via Nuitee
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Rajasekaran • young couple • dk
4
Hot water always come 👍
Pros:

Location is near to city 👍

Cons:

Need more clean special toilet and bath room

2025-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Amila • family with young children • lk
4
Not good but not bad
Pros:

Mattress was comfortable enough than most resting properties

Cons:

The fan was noisy as hell in room 103, unclean bathroom with roaches, bedsheets not as clean, fan isn't directed at the bed in the corner, unclean windows and mirrors and broken lights.
*the previous owner who is our friend did a better job at managing than yall, yall disappointing*

2025-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Uddika • family with young children • lk
7
Good
2024-12-16 • via Nuitee
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Tatyana • solo traveller • ru
10
Exceptional
Pros:

I stayed at Trinco Rest House and loved its convenient location near Dutch Bay Beach and key attractions like the Maritime Museum. The hotel offers a cozy garden, free parking, a bar, and a restaurant with delicious meals. The 24-hour service and free WiFi added to the comfort. It’s an excellent choice for a relaxing Trincomalee visit with great value for money.

2024-12-02 • via Nuitee
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Vivek • review category business travellers • in
5
Passable
Pros:

for location near to koneshwar temple

Cons:

the rooms were old,the flooring had no tiles,just cementing,ac average cooling.

2024-07-26 • via Nuitee
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Sajith • group • lk
1
Nill
Pros:

Highly not recommended this place

Cons:

Human communication is null. Very bad word talk with customers

2024-03-24 • via Nuitee