Cardamon Hotel Nilaveli

Hotels
8.9 (594 reviews)
Ward No.7, 9th Mile Post (13km), Nilaveli, Trincomalee , Nilaveli , lk

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly service
Great location
Spacious rooms
Good amenities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Average food quality
AC problems

Categories

Cleanliness
7.99
The room was not very clean. Some reviews mentioned cleanliness as an issue.
Service
9.96
Staff are overwhelmingly friendly and motivated to make your stay enjoyable.
Location
9.5
Perfect location directly on the beach, highly praised by multiple reviews.
Room Quality
8.95
Rooms very spacious, nicely done out with great views.
Amenities
8.98
Amenities include a large pool and soccer pitch, among other facilities.
Value for Money
8.44
Standard pricing for the quality offered, some reviews expressed concern over higher prices.
Food and Beverage
7.99
Food quality was average at best; some dishes are well-received, others less so.
Overall Experience
9.36
Overall, experiences ranged from disappointing to fantastic.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 16:28

Property Description

Luxurious Stay by the Sea

Stunning Sea Views and Culinary Delights
Indulge in breathtaking views of the sea while relishing delectable meals at the on-site restaurant. The perfect blend of nature's beauty and culinary delights awaits you at Cardamon Hotel Nilaveli.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
Experience ultimate comfort in air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs and private balconies. The well-equipped accommodations, complete with free toiletries and a hairdryer, ensure a relaxing stay for all guests.

Exciting Activities and Services
From a private beach area to thrilling snorkeling and fishing opportunities, this hotel offers a range of activities for adventure enthusiasts. With 24-hour front desk assistance and car hire services, your every need is catered to seamlessly.

Book now for an unforgettable seaside retreat at Cardamon Hotel Nilaveli.

Important information:

Please note that the property will charge the credit card within 72 hours of making the reservation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all 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 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    People no matter the age stay for US$10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 594 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.99
Service: 9.96
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 8.95
Amenities: 8.98
Value for Money: 8.44
Food and Beverage: 7.99
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Brigitte Haim solo_traveller at
10
Pros:

Das Zimmer war sauber, das Personal sehr freundlich und wir mochten das Essen 🫠

Cons:

Gibt nichts auszusetzen😁

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Stefanie couple de
10
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Isabelle couple be
9
Mooi hotel aan het rustige Nilaveli beach
Pros:

Grote kamers, mooi zwembad en top locatie aan Nilaveli beach. Het personeel legt met plezier handdoeken klaar op de ligbedjes.

Cons:

De badkamer zou een opfrisbeurt kunnen gebruiken, er is niet veel afwerking. In de hal ook onafgewerkte delen. Wel veel potentieel!

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Yasmina solo_traveller fr
10
Havre de paix face à la mer
Pros:

Chambre spacieuse, propre et bien équipée.
Personnel disponible, accueillant et serviable.
Face à la mer, belle plage exclusive.
Hôtel proposant plusieurs services (location scooter, restaurant, activités nautiques...)

Cons:

Un peu loin de la zone d'attraction à Trincomalee (15-20min en scooter) ce n'est pas si dérangeant mis à part la parcelle de route un peu rocailleuse entre la route principale et l'hôtel. Mais c'est très fesable !

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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MURALISHANKAR solo_traveller in
10
Amazing experience in a small town
Pros:

Friendly people. Awesome food. Tho ltd. Awesome getaway for a relaxed break.

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Maurice couple gb
10
Just fantastic
Pros:

All of the staff are all amazing nothing is a problem for them wonderful place to be very peaceful

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Daniel solo_traveller hu
10
Pros:

Exeptionelly beautiful location!
Nicest stuff!

Superb oven baked pizza is available!

Cons:

None

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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sofia family_with_children ma
8
2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Declan solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Eileen couple ar
10
Best stay in Nilaveli for sure
Pros:

We absolutely loved our stay at Cardamom Hotel! It was such a pleasant surprise. We weren’t expecting to find such a beautiful beachfront property in this area of Sri Lanka.

If possible, try to book one of the corner rooms facing the beach. The balcony was one of our favorite features—we enjoyed having a beer, playing cards, and watching the sunset every evening. Our room also had a bathtub, which was a lovely bonus after a day of exploring.

The food at the restaurant downstairs was excellent, and there are several other great dining options just next door if you feel like trying something different. The location is perfect for exploring the area while still enjoying direct beach access.

The staff were wonderful throughout our stay—friendly, helpful, and always welcoming. We also think this is a fantastic option for young couples with a baby, as you have both the pool and the beach right at your doorstep.

We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the East Coast!

Cons:

Maybe less chlorine in the pool and adding a ping pong table would be a plus! Also cleaning the book section💘

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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Olivia solo_traveller lk
9
beautiful, peaceful, comfortable, and really good food.
Pros:

My room- a duplex suite facing the beach was INCREDIBLE. The bed was tucked away upstairs and it was so comfortable and quiet at night- I kept the blinds open on the top floor of the room as the window offers complete privacy and keeping it open allowed me to observe the sunrise over the sea, an incredibly beautiful sunrise. The sound of the waves crashing onto the shore at night was also really nice.

The room was huge, very clean- had tonnes of space for yoga and to dance- the balcony was also big enough for me to practice.

The staff is so kind, safe and helpful- and the food was so fresh and tasty. The staff is caring and kind and not at all intrusive. The property is safe and the beach is serene and very lovely.

I will be so happy to stay here again- I really loved it.

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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CarolinaBS solo_traveller pt
7
Um bom local para mergulhos de praia e piscina
Pros:

A localização é excelente e a zona de praia e piscina é muito agradável e tranquila, podemos dar um mergulho no mar e de seguida um na piscina. E é bom haver vários restaurantes e escolas de mergulho mesmo ao lado. Mas a comida era boa, tanto do restaurante do pequeno-almoço, como do bar da praia.

Cons:

O hotel precisa de bastante manutenção, várias coisas estão velhas, enferrujadas e com aspecto deriorado. A comida do pequeno-almoço é muito pouco variada.

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Dan couple gb
10
Pros:

Very nice hotel and great location. Plenty of restaurants nearby.

Right on the beach. Staff are all very friendly and helpful

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Adrien couple fr
10
Pros:

Chambre parfaite avec vue magnifique sur la mer. L’ensemble des équipements étaient présent et propreté impeccable.
Un peu cher mais zone touristique.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Rima solo_traveller in
10
One of the best !
Pros:

The location, the stretch of the beach, exceptional staff, their warmth, the room size and facilities, the delicious food, it was all amazing! Each room is sea facing and the views are brilliant. A most memorable stay and we are absolutely glad to have found this hotel. Long stays are so easy with their large rooms. Would go back in a blink.

Cons:

The menu could be a bit more expansive in the vegetarian section but apart from that there is absolutely nothing to dislike

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Alison solo_traveller fr
9
Superbe hôtel donnant sur la plage de Nilaveli
Pros:

Super hôtel sur la plage de Nilaveli, à proximité de Pigeon Island. Chambres spacieuses, propres et confortables, avec balcon face à la mer et la piscine 😍 Hôtel très calme. Personnel très gentil et attentionné. La chambre est joliment meublée. Parfait pour quelques jours de détente !

Cons:

Petit déj et repas en général un peu chers et la cuisine n'est pas incroyable, mais il y a d'autres restaurants de plage à proximité. Les matelas sur les transats de la plage sont fins et vite inconfortables, ils mériteraient d'être remplacés. Emplacement un peu à l'écart de la petite ville de Nilaveli mais ça ne nous a pas posé problème

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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smaine couple lk
8
tres bien !
Pros:

la gentillesse du personnel et la plage privée !

Cons:

je trouve un peu chère par rapport à d'autre hébergements similaire au sri Lanka

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Gabrielle couple fr
9
2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Lama solo_traveller ae
5
2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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DMsl extended_group lk
6
Staff must train, not clean, not maintain the property
Pros:

The beach is good, the room size is okay, breakfast is not good, it can be better if the staff are more responcible

Cons:

Staff must train, not clean, not maintain the property, and overprice for that

2026-05-30 via Nuitee