Best hotels in Puttalam

Explore Puttalam with 96 stays near iconic landmarks, luxury hotels, and top boutiques for the best shopping and dining

Club Palm Bay
9.2 (54 reviews)

Club Palm Bay ★★★★★

📍 CRM6+CR4, Thalwila Wella, Thoduwawa, Beach Rd, Marawila

"We had a wonderful dining experience during our stay at Club Palm Bay. The buffet foods were absolutely delicious with so many varieties.foods are really taste and quality combination. A special thank you to Chef Saman & Chef Ajith for the great effort and amazing foods. Also to Mr.Jude & Mr.Nihal and entire restaurant team for their warm,friendly and professional service. Thank you all for making our stay so memorable .highly recommend !!!"

Dinuda Lagoon Hotel
8.1 (26 reviews)

Dinuda Lagoon Hotel ★★★

📍 Sethawadiya Road, Puttalam

"Dinuda Lagoon Hotel offered us a peaceful break surrounded by natural beauty. We enjoyed the calm environment, comfortable rooms, and friendly service. The staff were always helpful and made our stay enjoyable. Kalpitiya is a wonderful destination, and this hotel was a great place to experience it."

Club Hotel Dolphin
8.4 (29 reviews)

Club Hotel Dolphin ★★★★★

📍 St. Sebastian Mawatha, Kammala, South, Waikkal, Puttalam

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Had a wonderful stay at this hotel! All nice location.. food is very tasty, and well-maintained. The staff were very kindly .. pool is very perfcet All excllent.."

Melheim Beach Kalpitiya
8.6 (45 reviews)

Melheim Beach Kalpitiya ★★★★

📍 Beach Road, Mampuriya, Narakkalli, Norochcholai

"The rooms and the hotel were nice and clean. The staff were very helpful. We had a wonderful stay and hope to be back again 😊"

Suriya Resort
8.1 (41 reviews)

Suriya Resort ★★★★★

📍 Suriya Resorts Kammala, South, Waikkal, Puttalam

"Highly recommended! We truly enjoyed our stay at Suriya Resort. Beautiful location, clean rooms, tasty food, and friendly staff! ❤️"

Wellé Wadiya Beach Villa
8.7 (9 reviews)

Wellé Wadiya Beach Villa ★★★

📍 Kandakuliya, Kudawa

"We stayed here for 4 fabulous nights in February, deciding to go straight to Kalpataya from the airport. It was a good 3 and a half hours and certainly not boring. The hotel is right beside the ocean and you can listen to the waves from your room and spacious covered balcony; we found it very relaxing. You can also see the ocean from your balcony during the day. The staff team here are fabulously, nothing is a trouble. Pradeep, the manager will do his very best to arrange excursions or transfers for you, we went to Willpatu National Park and on the Dolphin boat trip, both arranged by Pradeep and both excellent. The food at the hotel is exceptional, try the Sri Lankan breakfast, it is a fantastic experience. The area is quiet and very friendly, you can walk out of the hotel without any harassment but you may encounter friendly cows donkeys and dogs on your travels (all of which know the Highway Code). There were one or two minor inaccuracies in the description, there was no TV or safety deposit box in our room but we did not need or miss either. Doors were very secure and Brownie, the resident dog, let you know when any non guest entered the grounds ( she seemed to understand who were guests and who weren’t) All in all a fantastic experience and if I came back to Kalpitaya I would stay here without a second thought."

Wattura Resort & Spa
9.2 (45 reviews)

Wattura Resort & Spa ★★★★★

📍 1271 Kammala South Road, Waikkal, Puttalam

"Went for my parent's anniversary and the process and service was top notch from the reservation till the end of it all. Mr.Eranda set us up with a complementary cake for the parents with "Happy Anniversary on it". We ordered food from their Ala Carte menu and food was delicious, nothing to say much. Overall Dileepa was so helpful in providing everything we asked for. A huge 👏 thank you to him. Last but not least, this place is absolutely gorgeous for the evenings. Spectacular sunset view extending from the pool to the beach. Hopefully will be back here again. Manujaya singing out for now ❤️💪"

Sanmali Beach Hotel
8.5 (18 reviews)

Sanmali Beach Hotel ★★★

📍 Beach Road, Marawila

"We recently had a unit excursion from Teaching Hospital Kurunegala to Sanmali beach hotel, and it was fantastic. The location right by the shore made for a relaxing atmosphere, and the staff were attentive and friendly. However, what stood out the most was the food! A wonderful spread with a variety of fresh, flavorful dishes. Overall, a satisfying stay, perfect for both work and leisure."

Wind Blend Kite Resort
8.4 (9 reviews)

Wind Blend Kite Resort ★★★

📍 Kappalady, Puttalam

"We spent 2 nights with our 3 children in the family bungalow. The full resort, as well as our rooms in particular, are very well integrated into the trees, we really felt part of the nature. For breakfasts and dinners we had a very good introduction to the sri lankan cuisine. Not being kitesurfers, we enjoyed visiting the village and the beach, we could have stayed much longer. Well done to Sudath and his team for making this place so welcoming !"

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Ocean View Beach Resort - Kalpitiya Hotels in Puttalam

Ocean View Beach Resort - Kalpitiya

"Basic, but quite ok and I was lucky to get a room with AC. The owner is helpful and nice.."

Adiques's Resorts Hotels in Puttalam

Adiques's Resorts

"A lovely new build hotel with a great big bed, clean lovely bedding and a lovely shower. The pool is small but nice. The staff were friendly but not around. I think because it’s low season things were quiet. We were expecting a pool bar, food and a staff presence. But we were told to go up the road for food and beer, which was a shame as after 4 weeks travelling independently around Sri Lanka we hadn’t experienced this. The price was high compared to anything else we’d paid and we got less. The room wasn’t cleaned because apparently you have to ask. Yet breakfast was provided without us asking so we assumed it was included. Upon check out I was hit with two huge breakfast bills, which I refused to pay. Over the road there is a lovely supermarket to buy your room provisions, a wine shop a short tuktuk journey away and three beautiful seafood restaurants just a short walk away. We had a nice two days by the pool at the end of our holiday. Be careful they don’t rip you off but the room was good x"

Kitelantis Hotel and Resort Hotels in Puttalam

Kitelantis Hotel and Resort

"A little piece of paradise on earth! The team is always ready to assist you and also organizes fantastic outings like a boat trip or an excursion to the mangroves. Nothing is too crazy for them! They'll even take you by boat to the other side of the lagoon, where you can enjoy the Wilpattu safari."

Dolphin Beach Resort - Dolphins, Kitesurfing & Wildlife Hotels in Puttalam

Dolphin Beach Resort - Dolphins, Kitesurfing & Wildlife

"We had such a lovely stay at Dolphins Beach Resort and honestly wish we’d booked more than one night. It’s the kind of place you immediately want to slow down in. The safari-style tents are way more than glamping — they’re big, super comfortable, and have proper bathrooms, air con, and everything you need. The whole place is really nicely designed, with lots of cool little details (like shells instead of taps), and the tents are spaced out so it feels calm and private. The grounds are beautiful. The pool area is great, the beach was clean and quiet, and everything just felt relaxed and easy. We only ate the Sri Lankan food and it was excellent — fresh, tasty, and really well cooked. All the staff were so kind and helpful, and the owner was a lovely gentleman and really helpful with guidance and advice - or for a general chat….You could tell he just wanted everyone to have the best experience possible. The dolphin watching was such a highlight — amazing value and absolutely incredible. We saw hundreds of dolphins. You really feel close to nature here in the best way — we loved seeing frogs and little geckos around the grounds. It just added to the whole experience. Overall, we loved it and would 100% go back… next time for much longer!"

Gautam Homestay Hotels in Puttalam

Gautam Homestay

"It's very hygienic and clean. The owner is very welcoming and proactive in contacting us. The location is also easy to find. I had a great time."

Cloud Nine Lanka Resort Wilpattu Hotels in Puttalam

Cloud Nine Lanka Resort Wilpattu

"A nice place to get away. We did not do any of the packages but it was still a lovely night's stay. The meals are personal. We were traveling with young children and the staff was kind and giving so the children didn't feel like a burden. We enjoyed the pool and the meals and the rooms. A lovely place to be."

De Silva Palm Resort Hotels in Puttalam

De Silva Palm Resort

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Club Palm Bay ★★★★★
"The resort is located in a peaceful and quiet area. We stayed here in August, which is a very quiet time of year. If you are looking for peace and relaxation, this is a wonderful place to stay. The staff is absolutely phenomenal. They quickly understand who you are and what your wishes and needs are. They truly love children, and our 10-year-old son had an amazing time. Everyone is always willing to help wherever they can. The restaurant deserves a special thank you for the delicious food and excellent service. The service was very personal, and we always felt genuinely welcomed and looked after. A big thank you to the housekeeping team as well. Our room was cleaned perfectly every day, and we loved coming back to see the creative towel animals, beautifully decorated with flowers on our bed. It was such a lovely and thoughtful touch! Thank you to the reception team and the doorman for your kindness and warm welcome. You made us feel at home from the moment we arrived. And a special thank you to the gardeners, who work hard every day to keep everything so beautiful. The gardens and grounds are very well maintained and look absolutely lovely. Most excursions are between one and three hours away by car, but honestly, that is more than worth it. After a day of sightseeing, it feels wonderful to return to the peace and tranquillity of the resort. This was our first time in Sri Lanka, and we had a truly wonderful holiday. We would like to thank everyone at the resort for making our stay so special! One small tip: next to the hotel there is a little shop called S&S. It is a convenient shop, but keep an eye on the total when paying, as we noticed that the lady sometimes adds a few extra rupees to the bill. The shop on the other side of the hotel, just past the bend, is a little cheaper."
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2026-08-17
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Dinuda Lagoon Hotel ★★★
"We found Dinuda Lagoon Hotel to be a charming and peaceful place to stay. The staff were very welcoming and made us feel at home. The beautiful lagoon surroundings and relaxing atmosphere helped us enjoy our holiday. We appreciated the simple comforts, local food, and genuine hospitality"
★★★★★
2026-08-04
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Club Hotel Dolphin ★★★★★
"Had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms were clean and comfortable, the staff were very friendly and helpful, and the service was excellent. The atmosphere was relaxing, and everything was well maintained. Definitely a great place to stay, and I’d happily come back again. Highly recommended.."
★★★★★
2026-08-23
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Melheim Beach Kalpitiya ★★★★
"The staff were very friendly and attentive. The rooms we clean and spacious with a very comfortable bed. The food was tasty and plentiful, one day I had the Sri Lankan crab curry & rice which was delicious and highly recommend it when on the menu. The grounds and pool had a spectacular view of the ocean. The sunsets here are amazing!"
★★★★★
2026-03-26
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Suriya Resort ★★★★★
"The Suriya is a beautiful hotel, with friendly and attentive staff. The pool and grounds are beautiful, with direct view of the sea. On this occasion I made use of the spa facilities, Le Lily Spa where I was welcomed by Niranjan. Who gave me a relaxing Balinese massage. The professionalism and relaxation experienced had me returning for a second massage. The room is comfortable and the oils used help to create an ambience. Niranjan worked very hard to ensure I felt completely relaxed and that I was comfortable. Following the massage, I was invited to relax for a few more moments before being greeted with a cup of cinnamon and lime tea. The Suriya is a beautiful hotel, and the spa facilities and staff within it add to the luxury."
★★★★★
2026-04-07
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Wellé Wadiya Beach Villa ★★★
"We decided to go here because they seemed to have a lot of positive reviews. But unfortunately in our opinion, the hotel failed to meet even the most basic of expectations. The food was terrible and extremely overpriced. There were no sunbeds or even chairs at the beach to sit at. Even the cut fruits we requested after lunch were unripe. Rooms were alright, although the bed sheet and the pillowcases had stains on them. The only place to hang out wet clothes or towels was a rusty wall mount rack in the toilet that ended up staining our clothes. We could've managed with the quality of service, cleanliness and facilities had there been decent food. Extremely disappointed at the quality and the exorbitant price for the food. Wouldn't really recommend this place to anyone."
★★★★☆
2024-03-01
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Wattura Resort & Spa ★★★★★
"We stayed at the hotel for two weeks and it was SO nice. The room was very clean and has a cosy atmosphere to it. The restaurant and bar at pool was so nice and the service was fantastic. We were often served by a waiter named Dileepa. He was so service minded and was a very warm person :-) The surroundings of the place was so beautiful. We do not really have anything bad to say about this place. Would defiantly recommend it :-)"
★★★★★
2026-06-22
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Sanmali Beach Hotel ★★★
"This is a nice beach resort for those who come to relax and enjoy their vacation. They are well hospitality and Care guest"
★★★★★
2025-11-02
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Wind Blend Kite Resort ★★★
"The area this resort is in slum area. Here there is nothing. The beach is walking 30 - 40 minutes if you are fast walking or slow. If the way is the lagoon there is not nice smell and algie to the waist then the land is broken and 15 minutes. The coconut man is real nice and clean his beach, the next parts both ways has many plastic parts and fish parts with smell. The boss is not nice with staff persons but they are nice and hard worker. We are not go again to here it is not a good place for holiday. Herr Schäfer"
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2024-02-29

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230V/Type D/G

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1 USD ≈ 328.20 LKR

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Number of reviews

825

Total properties

96

Weekday Avg. Price

$100

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