We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka. We have also included accommodation in guest houses, villas, holiday homes, apartments, inns and romantic hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated January 2024.
Boutique hotel.Creative. Superb interior design. Popular among women. Located in Trincomalee, a few steps from Dutch Bay Beach, Trinco Beach by DSK provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking and a restaurant. This 3-star hotel offers a tour desk and luggage storage space. Rooms come with a balcony. At the hotel, every room has a desk. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, certain rooms at Trinco Beach by DSK also offer a city view. At the accommodation each room is fitted with bed linen and towels. Trinco Beach by DSK offers a sun terrace. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Uppuveli beach, Sandy Cove Beach and Maritime and Naval History Museum. The nearest airport is China Bay, 12 km from Trinco Beach by DSK, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most creative, cosy and well designed boutique hotels in Trincomalee! It also has an amazing hotel bar. AMAZING.
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Nice surroundings. Popular among couples. Situated in Trincomalee, 60 metres from Sampalthivu Beach, Regina Beach Bungalow features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. The property is around 2.2 km from Uppuveli beach, 7.6 km from Kanniya Hot Springs and 8.5 km from Velgam Vehera. The accommodation provides room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, all rooms include a desk. All rooms are complete with a private bathroom and air conditioning, and some rooms also boast a balcony. At Regina Beach Bungalow the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. A continental breakfast is available each morning at the accommodation. Trincomalee Railway Station is 9 km from Regina Beach Bungalow, while Kali Kovil is 10 km from the property. The nearest airport is China Bay, 14 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Guest House.Lively. Great value. Featuring free WiFi, a restaurant and a barbecue, Alass Ga for pets lovers offers pet-friendly accommodation in Trincomalee. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Some rooms feature a seating area for your convenience. The rooms come with a private bathroom. Bike hire is available at this guest house and the area is popular for diving. The guest house also offers car hire. Kanniya Hot Springs is 3.6 km from Alass Ga for pets lovers, while Koneswaram Temple is 5 km from the property.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Unique. Great location. Located near Trincomalee in Salli-Sampaltivu, 108 Palms Beach Resort offers accommodation on the private beach. The resort offers 3 semi-detached villas, divided into 6 separate units with a shared terrace. Villas are equipped with air conditioning, fridge, shower with hot water and outdoor seating. There is also a restaurant right in the resort, serving international and local cuisine. The property offers parking and free Wi-Fi, as well as airport transfers and excursions to the surrounding area.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a great location in Trincomalee.
Guest House.Historic. Great value. Set in Trincomalee, 3.3 from Koneswaram Temple, Pleasant Park Holiday Inn features some air-conditioned rooms and free private parking. Some units feature a private bathroom with a hot tub, while others have free toiletries. Pleasant Park Holiday Inn features free WiFi throughout the property. There is a cash machine at the property. A range of activities are offered in the area, such as snorkeling and diving. Kanniya Hot Springs is 3.5 km from Pleasant Park Holiday Inn, while Fort Frederick is 3.5 km from the property.Show full description
Resort.Delightful property. Great bar. Popular among couples. The 5-star Jungle Beach Resort is located in Trincomalee, just 27 km from Trincomalee Bus and Railway Station. It offers a well-appointed spa and a variety of recreational options. Free Wi-Fi and parking are provided. China Bay Airport is 35 km away. Guests can go on a fishing trip, cycle, or indulge in a relaxing body massage. Other choices include canoeing, exercising at the gym, or simply spending quiet reading time in the library. Staff at the tour desk can assist with travel arrangements. Stylish rooms feature modern interiors, warm lighting and large windows. Each is equipped with a sofa seating area, cable TV and private bathroom with a shower. Bathrobes and a hairdryer are included. Guests can sample a fine selection of local and international dishes at the restaurant. Room service is also available upon request.Show full description
This might be one of the most BEAUTIFUL resorts in Trincomalee.
Newly opened, March 2024. Hema Holiday Villa is set in Trincomalee, within 200 metres of Uppuveli beach and 4.3 km of Kanniya Hot Springs. The property is around 5.6 km from Trincomalee Railway Station, 6.8 km from Kali Kovil and 7.3 km from Gokana Temple. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, Full English/Irish or Asian options. Free private parking is available and the hotel also offers bike hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. At the hotel, all rooms come with a desk. The units at Hema Holiday Villa come with a private bathroom and bed linen. Staff speak English and Tamil at the reception. St. Mary's Cathedral Trincomalee is 7.4 km from the accommodation, while Maritime and Naval History Museum is 7.4 km away. The nearest airport is China Bay Airport, 10 km from Hema Holiday Villa.Show full description
Situated in Trincomalee, 400 metres from Uppuveli beach, Amazon Beach Cabana features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. The property is around 1.7 km from Trincomalee Railway Station, 2.9 km from Kali Kovil and 3.5 km from Gokana Temple. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, the rooms include a desk. With a private bathroom fitted with a bidet and free toiletries, rooms at Amazon Beach Cabana also boast a garden view. At the accommodation rooms have bed linen and towels. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire and car hire are available at Amazon Beach Cabana. Maritime and Naval History Museum is 3.5 km from the hotel, while Fort Frederick is 3.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is China Bay, 9 km from Amazon Beach Cabana, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Inn / Guest House.Trendy. Great value. Featuring a garden, terrace and views of sea, Blackstar Inn is set in Trincomalee, a few steps from Uppuveli beach. The property is around 2.2 km from Trincomalee Railway Station, 3.4 km from Kali Kovil and 3.9 km from Gokana Temple. This pet-friendly inn also has free WiFi. At the inn, the rooms include a patio with a garden view. At Blackstar Inn, every room includes a private bathroom with a shower. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at the accommodation. Maritime and Naval History Museum is 4 km from Blackstar Inn, while Fort Frederick is 4.2 km away. The nearest airport is China Bay Airport, 9 km from the inn.Show full description
Apartment. Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, pool view and a patio, Luxury Penthouse, Nilaveli is set in Trincomalee. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The spacious apartment is fitted with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. For guests with children, the apartment provides kids pool. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and a lift for guests. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the garden views. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security. There is a coffee shop and bar. Luxury Penthouse, Nilaveli has a garden to relax in after a busy day, along with a private beach area. Nilaveli Beach is 60 metres from the accommodation, while Pigeon Island National Park is 5.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is China Bay Airport, 19 km from Luxury Penthouse, Nilaveli.Show full description
Guest House.Charming. Gorgeous surroundings. Set in Trincomalee, 1.2 km from Sampalthivu Beach, Nature Beach Huts offers accommodation with a private beach area, free private parking, an open-air bath and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The guest house has facilities for disabled guests. Accessible via private entrance, all units have air conditioning, soundproofing, desk and a private bathroom with a bidet. A terrace with an outdoor dining area and garden views is offered in all units. At the guest house, the units include a seating area. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. A car rental service is available at the guest house. Velgam Vehera is 9.1 km from Nature Beach Huts, while Kanniya Hot Springs is 9.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is China Bay Airport, 15 km from the accommodation.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most ROMANTIC guest houses in Trincomalee. It also has beautiful surroundings.
Highly elegant. Great interior design. Situated in Trincomalee, 200 metres from Uppuveli beach, MRD Beach Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers babysitting service and a concierge service. The daily breakfast offers buffet, à la carte or Full English/Irish options. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bidet. At MRD Beach Hotel, rooms have a seating area. Bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling. Kanniya Hot Springs is 4.3 km from the accommodation, while Trincomalee Railway Station is 4.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is China Bay Airport, 11 km from MRD Beach Hotel.Show full description
This might be the most elegant small hotel in Trincomalee.
Guest House.Hip. Great location. Offering a garden and garden view, Pearl Bungalow Trincomalee is located in Trincomalee, 700 metres from Uppuveli beach and 4 km from Kanniya Hot Springs. This guest house provides free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. Certain units in the guest house have private entrance and are equipped with desk and wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi, while some rooms are equipped with a terrace. The units are equipped with heating facilities. Sightseeing tours are available nearby. A car rental service is available at the guest house. Trincomalee Railway Station is 4.9 km from Pearl Bungalow Trincomalee, while Kali Kovil is 6 km away. The nearest airport is China Bay Airport, 10 km from the accommodation.Show full description
I think this place could be the coolest guest house in Trincomalee.
Holiday Home.Newly opened, November 2023. Situated in Trincomalee, 1.6 km from Uppuveli beach and 3.1 km from Trincomalee Railway Station, TPK Trinco Holiday Inn offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 4.2 km from Kali Kovil. Featuring a terrace and garden views, the spacious holiday home includes 4 bedrooms, a living room, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a bath. Gokana Temple is 4.7 km from the holiday home, while Maritime and Naval History Museum is 4.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is China Bay Airport, 9 km from TPK Trinco Holiday Inn.Show full description
Guest House.Newly opened, March 2024. Set in Trincomalee, 100 metres from Uppuveli beach, Udayam guest offers accommodation with a private beach area, free private parking, an open-air bath and a garden. Located on the beachfront, this property features a bar. The guest house has spa facilities, sun terrace and outdoor fireplace, and guests can dine in the restaurant. Units are complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bath, while certain units at the guest house also provide guests with a seating area. An Asian breakfast is available every morning at the guest house. There is a coffee shop on-site. Guests at Udayam guest can make the most of yoga classes offered on-site. For guests with children, the accommodation provides an indoor play area. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at Udayam guest. Trincomalee Railway Station is 4.6 km from the guest house, while Kanniya Hot Springs is 4.8 km away. The nearest airport is China Bay, 10 km from Udayam guest, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Lovely property.Opened March 2022. Situated in Trincomalee, a few steps from Uppuveli beach, Elena Garden Resort and Restaurant features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 4.5 km of Kanniya Hot Springs. À la carte and continental breakfast options are available each morning at Elena Garden Resort and Restaurant. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, rooms are equipped with a patio with a garden view. All rooms have a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen. Trincomalee Railway Station is 4.9 km from the accommodation, while Kali Kovil is 6 km from the property. The nearest airport is China Bay Airport, 11 km from Elena Garden Resort and Restaurant.Show full description
Villa. Located in Trincomalee, 700 metres from Uppuveli beach and 2 km from Dutch Bay Beach, Edwin Villa offers a garden and air conditioning. The property features garden views and is 800 metres from Trincomalee Railway Station and 1.4 km from Kali Kovil. Gokana Temple is 2.2 km from the villa and Fort Frederick is 2.5 km away. The spacious villa is equipped with 3 separate bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and toaster, and a living room with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are provided in the villa. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. St. Mary's Cathedral Trincomalee is 2.2 km from the villa, while Maritime and Naval History Museum is 2.2 km away. The nearest airport is China Bay Airport, 9 km from Edwin Villa.Show full description
Resort.Elegant. Great views. Popular among couples. Offering an outdoor swimming pool and a spa and wellness centre, Amaranthe Bay Resort & Spa is located just 5 km north of the Trincomalee town on the beautiful East Coast of Sri Lanka. Free WiFi access is available in this resort. The property is located at a 15-minute drive from the Trincomalee Airport and 20-minute drive from the sacred Koneshwaram Temple and the beautiful Marble Beach. The well-appointed accommodation will provide you with a flat-screen satellite TV, minibar and seating area with sofa. There is also an electric kettle. Featuring a spa bath, private bathroom comes with a shower and hairdryer. You can enjoy lake and pool view from the balcony. At Amaranthe Bay Resort & Spa you will find a restaurant that serves unparalleled international and local cuisine. The guests can enjoy refreshing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages at the bar by the pool, Calamander Wild Bar. Room service is available. Other facilities offered at the environment-friendly luxury resort include meeting facilities, a games room and a tour desk. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling, fishing and canoeing. The property offers free parking.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast. Located 1.4 km from Kanniya Hot Springs, Kathircholai offers air-conditioned accommodation with a patio. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the outdoor fireplace, or enjoy views of the mountain and garden. The units at the bed and breakfast are equipped with a seating area. With a private bathroom equipped with a bath and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also provide guests with free WiFi. At the bed and breakfast, all units include bed linen and towels. Guests can eat in the on-site restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, brunch and high tea. Guests can make the most of the garden, infinity pool and yoga classes on offer at the bed and breakfast. Bike hire and car hire are available at this bed and breakfast and the area is popular for cycling. An indoor play area is also available for guests at Kathircholai. Trincomalee Railway Station is 6.6 km from the accommodation, while Velgam Vehera is 6.8 km away. The nearest airport is China Bay, 9 km from Kathircholai, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Guest House. Featuring a private beach area and garden, as well as a restaurant, Blue Wings Beach Hotel is located in Trincomalee. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The guest house features family rooms. The guest house will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bath. All units include private entrance. Guests can enjoy a meal at an outdoor dining area at the guest house. Uppuveli beach is a few steps from the guest house, while Trincomalee Railway Station is 2.2 km away. The nearest airport is China Bay, 9 km from Blue Wings Beach Hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
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