Riff Hikkaduwa

We got an upgrade to the design suite, which has an amazing view of the beach. The bathtub was very nice and the suite very luxurious. Good food and the spa is nice.

Alles!!!!!! Pool, Zimmer, Service, Vocktails, Restaurant

The property is so stunning and the staff are so accommodating and lovely.

The hotel is perfectly located outside the town of Hikkaduwa. The hotel has a beach located in front of hotel with easy access for guests.

Great rooms and super team working at the riff

Riff Hikkaduwa was a fantastic place to stay. The rooms were modern, spacious, and offered beautiful views of the Indian Ocean. The staff were friendly and attentive, and the beachfront location was perfect for relaxing and enjoying the sunset.

Outstanding hospitality, excellent food, great service, welcoming staff… what else is required for a lovely holiday 🥰

Title: A Luxurious Beachfront Escape to End Our Sri Lanka Adventure

We chose Riff Hikkaduwa as the final stop of our two-week family journey around Sri Lanka, and it was the perfect place to relax, unwind, and finish an incredible trip. From the moment we arrived, we knew we were somewhere special.

The hotel’s design and beachfront location are absolutely stunning. Walking into the lobby, you are immediately greeted by a beautiful modern wooden aesthetic, before your eyes are drawn through to the breathtaking view of the infinity pool overlooking the beach and turquoise ocean beyond. It truly creates that instant feeling of luxury and tranquillity.

Our deluxe room was exceptional. The beds were incredibly comfortable, the rainfall shower was amazing, and the thoughtful touches of robes and slippers added to the experience. However, the highlight was opening the automatic blinds each morning to reveal the spectacular ocean view — endless blue water, golden sand, and the sound of the waves right outside.

The facilities and food throughout the hotel were outstanding. The rooftop Japanese restaurant served beautifully presented, fresh and flavourful dishes, while the main restaurant offered an excellent breakfast and daily menu with every meal being high quality and delicious.

What truly made our stay memorable was the staff. Every single person we interacted with — from the front desk team to the restaurant staff and especially our wonderful pool lifeguard — provided genuine, attentive service. They consistently went above and beyond to ensure every guest felt welcomed, comfortable, and cared for.

The beach location is incredible. We enjoyed walking along the coastline to Turtle Beach, where we were lucky enough to see turtles and even baby sharks in the water. Unfortunately, due to visiting during the monsoon season, the ocean conditions meant we couldn’t swim because of the stronger currents and waves. However, this didn’t take away from the experience at all — if anything, it gave us another reason to return and experience this beautiful place during calmer conditions.

A huge thank you to the entire team at Riff Hikkaduwa for making our final days in Sri Lanka so special. It was the perfect combination of luxury, relaxation, incredible views, and warm Sri Lankan hospitality. We would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable beachfront escape.

I had a wonderful time at Riff, and the location was perfect. All of the staff were friendly, welcoming, and always greeted us with a smile. Everything we needed was provided promptly and on time.

I would like to thank everyone who works there for making our stay so enjoyable. A special thank you to the lifeguard, who was amazing to talk to and had such positive energy. The rooms were very comfortable, and all of the people from Sri Lanka brought such great energy and hospitality.

Thank you all for everything you made our experience truly memorable. I would happily recommend Riff to anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable stay.

الا طلالة والمحيط والطاقم اللطيييف جدا والاكل اللذيذ 💯

Great place for sunset drinks on the rooftop!

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RIFF was, without a doubt, the best hotel of my entire Sri Lanka trip.

Having stayed in several hotels across the country, RIFF stood out in every possible way. The service was exceptional and genuinely comparable to that of a luxury 5-star hotel — something that is unfortunately quite rare to find in Sri Lanka. Every member of the team was attentive, professional, and truly cared about creating a memorable guest experience.

The food was another highlight. Unlike many places that simply imitate international cuisine, RIFF delivers dishes that are genuinely delicious and thoughtfully prepared. The à la carte breakfast was outstanding, with an impressive variety of options, all beautifully presented and incredibly tasty. Every breakfast felt like a treat rather than just another hotel meal.

The hotel itself is beautiful, peaceful, and perfectly designed for a relaxing getaway. Everything from the rooms to the facilities reflected great attention to detail.

Overall, I had an incredibly pleasant stay and left wishing I had spent more time here. In fact, RIFF is the one place that would make me want to come back to Sri Lanka again. Thank you to the entire team for such a wonderful experience.