Riviera Resort

Hotels
7.7 (442 reviews)
New Dutch Bar Road, Kallady , Batticaloa , lk

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good amenities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Small room
Slow service

Categories

Cleanliness
6.7
Bathrooms could be cleaner and issues with room cleanliness were mentioned.
Service
8.7
Staff was friendly and helpful, providing good service.
Location
9.2
Great location with lovely views by the lagoon.
Room Quality
6.2
Room was small and dated with complaints of poor conditions.
Amenities
8.2
Good facilities including a pool and restaurant.
Value for Money
7.7
Good value but some areas fell short.
Food and Beverage
7.2
Food was good, but service was slow with long wait times.
Overall Experience
7.7
Enjoyable stay overall with some notable issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 06:42

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Riviera Resort in Batticaloa offers a comfortable stay with spacious seating areas and modern amenities. The private bathrooms are stocked with complimentary toiletries for your convenience.

Exciting Facilities
Enjoy a relaxing swim in the outdoor pool or indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant. The 24-hour front desk ensures all your needs are met, while the garden and barbecue facilities offer a perfect setting for gatherings.

Convenient Location
Located just a short drive from key transportation hubs, Riviera Resort provides easy access to explore Batticaloa. With activities like cycling, fishing, and hiking available, there's something for everyone to enjoy during their stay.

Book now to experience a memorable stay at Riviera Resort!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 442 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.7
Service: 8.7
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 6.2
Amenities: 8.2
Value for Money: 7.7
Food and Beverage: 7.2
Overall Experience: 7.7
T
Thomas couple se
10
Two nights in Batti
Pros:

We absolutely loved the atmosphere and the surroundings. We stayed in a well equipped tree bungalow just a few meters from the lagoon. Loved walking on wood. The food was really tasty and it was really nice being able to sit outside the bar as it was really ”cool off- season days”. The staff was really hospitable and welcoming. Good location within walking distance to ”everything”. We walked everywhere around Batti.

Cons:

-

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
N
NILUMINDA extended_group lk
4
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

All of the things

2026-02-11 via Nuitee
N
nigouste couple fr
9
Bien pour une etape a Batticaloa
Pros:

très bien situé, cadre verdoyant, restaurant sur place

Cons:

les moustiques

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
P
Pradeepa couple lk
8
Pros:

Calm place and best place to be relaxed

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
J
Jeyakumar couple lk
10
2026-01-26 via Nuitee
P
Paul couple gb
4
We didn’t stay
Pros:

We didn’t stay as our room was not ready and they gave us a cheaper room saying it was an upgrade . We asked for the correct room but they made us wait two hours and we don’t believe the room would have become available

Cons:

There was a pool but very damaged - shame
The bathroom was very old , mosquitoes everywhere, huge gaps under doors- not the room we booked - management at front desk were not helpful so we left without staying .

2026-01-26 via Nuitee
I
Indika family_with_children lk
5
Pros:

Nice place

2026-01-23 via Nuitee
I
Indika solo_traveller lk
6
2026-01-23 via Nuitee
A
Annina couple ch
5
Tolle Lage, eher für Gruppen
Pros:

schöne lage direkt am fluss. erholsamer, gepflegter poolbereich. das personal ist herzlich und sehr zuvorkommend. feines essen.

Cons:

als individualreisende und oft einzige gäste im restaurant haben wir uns im auf events und veranstaltungen ausgerichteten hotel etwas fehl am platz gefühlt. alternativen für verpflegung sind in batti noch eher rar. die angebotenen mietfahräder sind in desolatem zustand, zweimal endeten ausflüge mit platten reifen.

2026-01-21 via Nuitee
R
Rangana family_with_children lk
8
2026-01-20 via Nuitee
A
Abdul Manaf extended_group lk
5
ordinary for the money i spent
Pros:

the environment of the hotel is really nice.

Cons:

the service

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
K
Karththipan extended_group gb
5
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
M
Maira extended_group de
9
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
J
Jonas solo_traveller de
6
2026-01-17 via Nuitee
S
Stuart couple gb
8
Peaceful and relaxing place to spend a few days.
Pros:

This was my second stay at the Riviera Resort. I like the location, which is quiet and peaceful. There is a large pool and a spacious, new dining area. The staff are outstanding and always willing to help.

Cons:

The road leading to the hotel has a lot of potholes, so be aware if you are coming in a tuk-tuk or small car that it will be a bumpy ride for a couple of minutes.

2026-01-16 via Nuitee
A
Asumal extended_group lk
6
2026-01-13 via Nuitee
R
Raj Cyber family_with_children lk
10
Pros:

Nice

2026-01-12 via Nuitee
F
Forever Traveller family_with_children jp
8
Relax by Lagoon
Pros:

Away from town. Overlooking the Lagoon. Jiana the receptionist is very informative and helpful. Big clean swimming pool. Jungle setting.

Cons:

Restaurant service too slow. Male attendants are not attentive. Few Western food selection.

2026-01-11 via Nuitee
B
Becky couple gb
7
Pros:

The location was good and they were able to help us swap to a room with a/c. It also had hot water!

Cons:

It was quite faded, for example, the poolside lounge cushions were all cracked. Also, their recent price increase for their singing fish trip made it too expensive for us.

2026-01-09 via Nuitee
A
ASEERVATHAM solo_traveller lk
10
Enjoying my extended stay
Pros:

I am enjoying my stay with a great nature and staff at the hotel.

Cons:

All excellent 👌

2026-01-03 via Nuitee