The Lucky Elephant
4 stars
8.7
Very good
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4 stars
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The Lucky Elephant

4 stars
878 Colombo Galle Main Road, Hikkaduwa 80010
8.7
Very good
372 reviews
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Sun 5/18
Mon 5/19

The neighborhood

878 Colombo Galle Main Road, Hikkaduwa 80010

What's nearby

  • Hikkaduwa Beach0.32 mi

Reviews

8.7
Very good
372 verified ratings
Wonderful
271
Very good
52
Good
19
Okay
15
Fair
7
Mediocre
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3

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's cleanliness, with many noting that the rooms and common areas were well-maintained. The location was also highlighted as a strong point, with easy access to the beach and beautiful views. Additionally, the service received positive remarks, with staff being described as friendly and attentive. However, several guests mentioned that the breakfast options were limited and could be improved.
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Cleanliness10 out of 10
Location9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
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9.0
Wonderful
Annabel, May 2025
Pros (+) Great staff. Great location. Boutique hotel with every comfort.
4.0
Mediocre
Emma, Apr 2025
Pros (+) The photos make it look really nice but it isn’t really nice unfortunately. Staff are helpful and friendly.
Cons (-) Very tired, a bit smelly / dirty, food is really bad
8.0
Very good
Stuart, Apr 2025
Pros (+) The pool and room itself where great and clean
Cons (-) Wifi kept dropping out. You can o my use one set of towels at the pool each day without extra charge
8.0
Very good
Farah, Apr 2025
Pros (+) beach front hotel- absolutely stunning. Staff were really nice- hats off to Tyrone who made me feel very welcome. Gorgeous hotel, great location and good food!
10
Wonderful
Thomas, Apr 2025
Pros (+) Lovely hotel, big pool and right on the beach - our room was perfect, very clean and with a big balcony that had a lovely sea view. Staff were all so friendly and attentive. We had a full body massage at the hotel spa which was amazing. Food at the restaurant was also very good - highly recommend this hotel!
Cons (-) We loved it all - just a note for others that you may have to walk along the beach a few minutes if you want to swim, as the sea outside the property was too strong to swim in, but we liked this as it meant the section of beach that the hotel was on was quiet and peaceful.
7.0
Good
Yannick, Apr 2025
Pros (+) Hotelstaff was very friendly and it was clean.
Cons (-) Not as the pictures. Quite run down, a lot of stuff needs be upgraded (chairs, windows,…)Breakfast was not that good. Hotel was not bad at all, but too expensive for what you get.
7.0
Good
Lakmini, Apr 2025
Pros (+) Hotel gave us a free upgrade. Location was lovely. Staff are friendly.
Cons (-) Wifi is not reliable. I used my data in the end.
8.0
Very good
Catherine, Apr 2025
Pros (+) Stunning room, with wrap around views of the sea, palm trees and such a comfortable bed. I could have stayed in my room or on the balcony for most of the day! We also had a wonderful house keeping team, who couldn’t do enough - there was daily yoga, aqua aerobics and Pilates - breakfast and dining area was a let down - not nearly as stylish as the rooms
9.0
Wonderful
Joe, Apr 2025
Pros (+) We really enjoyed our stay at the Lucky Elephant. Staff were always helpful, breakfast was acceptable and the pool was super relaxing and clean. A special thank you to the house keeping staff. They did a clean and tidy up like no other. Excellent work!
Cons (-) Coffees were average
10
Wonderful
Olga, Mar 2025
Pros (+) We had a fantastic stay at The Lucky Elephant Hotel! The room was spotless, and the entire hotel was well-maintained, making it feel fresh and comfortable. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the restaurant manager was especially kind—always giving extra attention to guests and ensuring our stay was perfect. The hotel is a quiet boutique retreat, ideal for relaxation. While the s...
Cons (-) Breakfast could have more options, you won’t be hungry, however more variety would be perfect
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Amenities

  • Snorkeling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beachfront
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Free parking

Things to keep in mind

Check-in: From 2:00 pm
Check-out: Prior to 12:00 pm
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