# 2 of 9 hotels in Waikkal

Club Hotel Dolphin(4 stars)

Kammala South, Waikkal, Sri Lanka Show map
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  • Great hotel (15)
    "Great hotel" found in 110 reviews
    • " Great hotel , a fantastic vacation " 
      5.8194444444444455
      September 2011
    • " It was a wonderful vacation. The hotel is very well equipped . The staff are very friendly. The food is great, the buffet changed at noon and in the evening, ... " 
      5.8194444444444455
      September 2011
    • " Very good holiday in a very good hotel " 
      5.538888888888889
      May 2011
    • " ... is very well maintained and clean. The room I can't say anything else but noisy Vacationers OK. The food is great and there was something for everyone and not too hot. I can only say it was a perfect holiday . A small tip!!! Book excursions at Harald the seat on the beach very good German and great ... " 
      5.538888888888889
      May 2011
    • " great holiday " 
      5.333333333333333
      October 2011
    • " the hotel is a very beautiful area with hotel and bungalows. It is suitable for everyone , whether couples with or without children, traveling alone and groups of all ages. Extensive ... " 
      5.333333333333333
      October 2011
    • " the complex is although right next to the sea, however in Sri Lanka the beach public and does not belong to the hotel. Nevertheless was the beach on hotel very clean . You can bathe however not everywhere, since the current is too dangerous. We always in the bay ... " 
      5.333333333333333
      October 2011
    • " We had a bungalow in the first row the pool and pool bar. the bungalows are very nice, large and had a very modern bath with a big shower with rain shower and very much space to the file. " 
      5.333333333333333
      October 2011
    • " Club Hotel Dolphin is worth the money and like me the manager of the hotel said (German-speaking), it is this year still undergoing ... " 
      5.519444444444445
      May 2012
    • " ... renovation. A very lovely vacation and we will be back to Sri Lanka come. We were 3 -families and had have fun. Definitely when Harald-tours inside! Can with a clear conscience recommend, since value for money super! " 
      5.519444444444445
      May 2012
    • " ... The pool area: a small quiet pool and a large pool with activities. The sunshades and chairs were not numerous. The pool itself was clean. The beach: for a public beach, this section of t he hotel was very clean. There weren't many guests actually swimming as the red flag was always up. The animation: the ... " 
      4.030555555555556
      November 2011
    • " We were very satisfied , will be staying there vacation make. Next time we must definitely German Sweets and pens carry ... " 
      5.361111111111111
      May 2012
    • " ... Sweets and pens carry forward, are very popular! Are warm welcome and the tour operator always had a open ear for us. The staff of the hotel are everyone is very friendly and helpful. It was just a great stay . " 
      5.361111111111111
      May 2012
    • " Nice vacation in a good hotel " 
      5.177777777777778
      October 2011
    • " The complex is very clean and well laid out. Although the hotel was fully booked during our stay, we never had to wait in ... " 
      5.177777777777778
      October 2011
  • The staff are very friendly (15)
    "The staff are very friendly" found in 43 reviews
    • " It was a wonderful vacation. The hotel is very well equipped. The staff are very friendly . The food is great, the buffet changed at noon and in the evening, there was always something ... " 
      5.8194444444444455
      September 2011
    • " ... The size of the Erholungsflächen, the largest pool area on the west coast, the very comfortable, open designed restaurants, with a open front desk and effort constant the level to increase. The staff were very friendly and for all guests hard-working. Went to Managercocktail with the guests. For entertainment and ... " 
      5.6000000000000005
      January 2012
    • " All together a super friendly hotel, competent and helpful staff . Possibilities different excursions to book are available ( Harald tours at the beach). Food ... " 
      5.638888888888888
      September 2012
    • " The vacation in Club Hotel Dolphin was great. The staff is definitely friendly and accommodating. You should however relatively good English and understand can at the airport ... " 
      5.266666666666667
      August 2012
    • " We were very positively surprised! The beach is in some places quite dirty, it is however a public beach and no hotel's own beach. The staff are very friendly and accommodating . Practically all employees speak English, some even a little German. The garden area is ... " 
      5.672222222222222
      May 2012
    • " ... vacation make. Next time we must definitely German Sweets and pens carry forward, are very popular! Are warm welcome and the tour operator always had a open ear for us. The staff of the hotel are everyone is very friendly and helpful . It was just a great stay. " 
      5.361111111111111
      May 2012
    • " the hotel staff are very friendly and speaks English. the service is with very good to designate. When we the patio door not ... " 
      6
      November 2011
    • " ... was fully booked during our stay, we never had to wait in line. The pool area is very large and beach chairs and umbrellas were sufficiently available. The entertainment was not at all pushy. The staff are very nice and helpful , spoke perfect English therefor very little German. We had a nice double room, which was ... " 
      5.177777777777778
      October 2011
    • " Courteous, always very friendly staff . Not a problem with already occupied couches ( pool Attendants bodies lie on and umbrella, ... " 
      5.958333333333333
      April 2012
    • " We were daßass third time here and neither will certainly more often. This is a great hotel and the staff was very friendly and helpful in all respects. In the village you can walk absolutely sure (as well in the dark). " 
      5.625
      March 2011
    • " The hotel was more than just satisfying. The staff is very friendly and speaks a little German. The cleanliness of the hotel was exemplary. The pool area is the ... " 
      5.875
      January 2012
    • " Nice hotel, pleasant staff , unfortunately we liked Sri Lanka generally not. So we were amongst others on the flight home ... " 
      4.291666666666667
      June 2012
    • " Beautiful hotel with good service " 
      5.219444444444444
      August 2012
    • " ... families of all ages. What really 'made' the holiday for us was the service, however (with the exception of one at the end, who gave us no eye contact or politeness at all). The rest of the s taff were friendly, hel pful and nothing was too much trouble. The turn-down service were particularly good and we ... " 
      5.5
      October 2012
    • " ... could settle and enjoy our holiday. The drinks in the main bar were never very cold and not much ice. Drinks at the quiet pool bar and dining room were very cold. Hotel was clean and very nice. St aff were very friendly a nd helpful. Dining room staff were lovely and gardeners were always pleasant and sociable. Room ... " 
      5.833333333333333
      October 2012
  • The food is great (15)
    "The food is great" found in 28 reviews
    • " It was a wonderful vacation. The hotel is very well equipped. The staff are very friendly. The food is great , the buffet changed at noon and in the evening, there was always something for everyone. ... " 
      5.8194444444444455
      September 2011
    • " ... says on the tin!!! We had a bungalow with a direct view of the sea and were very pleased. The area is very well maintained and clean. The room I can't say anything else but noisy Vacationers OK. The food is great and there was something for everyone and not too hot. I can only say it was a perfect ... " 
      5.538888888888889
      May 2011
    • " ... and helpful, spoke perfect English therefor very little German. We had a nice double room, which was cleaned thoroughly every day. The bathroom and the balcony were a little small but adequate. The food in the restaurant was very good and varied. You can book excursions at the tour guide or on the beach at the beach Boys. We ... " 
      5.177777777777778
      October 2011
    • " The hotel was more than just satisfying. The staff is very friendly and speaks a little German. The cleanliness of the hotel was exemplary. The pool area is the biggest in Sri Lanka and the cleanest. The food is very good and the hotel is next to the main restaurant and there is also a restaurant for specialties. ... " 
      5.875
      January 2012
    • " Food was excellent , I only missed good coffee ..I enjoyed especially home made pastry and cakes. Also "fitness " ... " 
      4.916666666666667
      October 2012
    • " ... the housekeeping even and controlled the evaporator against mosquitos and emptied the garbage bin. Restaurant: tables always clean and very attentive service. Every day there was very lots of different food from the buffet and also theme nights (Italian and so on). We were on the midsummer ... " 
      5.219444444444444
      August 2012
    • " The hotel is very nice and the staff are very friendly. The food was good and there was plenty of variety. It is a shame that the beach is not clean, all the dirt from ... " 
      5.375
      June 2011
    • " Amazing food choices and variety of cuisine. I cannot describe the number of dishes available for all 3 main ... " 
      5.5
      October 2012
    • " The food was excellent and very varied. Room service, however, should be a little more attentive, fresh towels for the ... " 
      5.283333333333333
      October 2012
    • " ... rooms with old shower the same price. The standard between bungalow and room is huge. The prices in the hotel are increased markedly since the renovation. But we like the hotel very good. The food in the hotel is very tasty. The cocktails however leaves a little to be desired, as they always are far too ... " 
      5.883333333333333
      March 2011
    • " ... the same price. The standard between bungalow and room is huge. The prices in the hotel are increased markedly since the renovation. But we like the hotel very good. The food in the hotel is very tasty . The cocktails however leaves a little to be desired, as they always are far too much (learning ... " 
      5.883333333333333
      March 2011
    • " ... to dat. My husaband and i travelled with our 2 adult children and their partner and the holiday was all we could have hoped for with beautiful surroundings, attentive but not intrusive staff and excellent food . The rooms were excellent and the standard of cleanliness impeccable. The kids room were on the ... " 
      5.944444444444444
      October 2012
    • " ... a bit outside about 45 minutes from Colombo city. There is apartments and bungalows directly 30 meters at the beach beach chairs. the rooms are cleaned daily. We have a all inclusive and it was the food was very good and more than enough. It too many tourist on East Germany (Halle, Leipzig and Bitterfeld) why ... " 
      4.5
      November 2011
    • " ... buffets, lunch and evenings, which daily changed, offered something for every taste. Delicious salads, vegetables, different meat dishes, fish, Arabic, Sri Lanka and international. The European food was good . The Curry dishes were very delicious and not always so as some might believe. But was there on ... " 
      5.333333333333333
      January 2012
    • " ... night and complaint on our tour operator the room change. This was OK. The employees are very willing to make an effort and extremely nice. Recommendation: always rupees on, then it worked great. The food is excellent . Varied with different themes, which is not constant repeat. Unfortunately the hotel lies ... " 
      4.366666666666666
      January 2012

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  • Hotel in general
    5.2
  • Room
    5.2
  • Service
    5.3
  • Location
    4.8
  • Gastronomy
    5.5
  • Sport
    5.1

Rating breakdown

  • Excellent
    285
  • Very Good
    60
  • Acceptable
    21
  • Poor
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The most helpful favorable review

5.486111111111112
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful

A great hotel, that a very pleasant vacation makes possible. Surely no luxury hotel, but this bay you also not. The hotel is very well-kept, the food very tasty and what we found to be very positive: always a larger selection of national specialities, (we would have Schnitzel wanted, we would have at home remained \u263a. Very worth mentioning the air-conditioned dessertraum. Funny, that the cocktails at each bar and different barkeeper different prepare …  read more

The most helpful critical review

3.6
2 out of 4 people found this review helpful

The reservation we note 'honeymoon' resigned... Well. There after 18 hours flight when we arrived, we had to time 2 hours wait... Our room was not at all finished. The air conditioning was waiting and therefore was the whole floor dirty... As compensation we should be seeing a large basket with fruits, nuts and chocolate get. After 2 memories we have then on the last evening a plate with 2 apples and 2 bananas received. Afterwards everything was ok... But …  read more

Summary of guest reviews by categories

  • " Great hotel in a real paradise "  Read more
    5.75
    June 2011
  • " Great hotel, great location at the beach from waikkal, transfer about 40 minutes Great service, rooms large ... "  Read more
    5.191666666666666
    March 2012
  • " great hotel, gladly again "  Read more
    5.480555555555555
    December 2011
  • " We were very satisfied, will be staying there vacation make. Next time we must definitely German Sweets and pens carry ... "  Read more
    5.361111111111111
    May 2012
  • " ... Sweets and pens carry forward, are very popular! Are warm welcome and the tour operator always had a open ear for us. The staff of the hotel are everyone is very friendly and helpful. It was just a great stay. "  Read more
    5.361111111111111
    May 2012
  • " Very clean hotel area with a large pool area "  Read more
    5.527777777777779
    June 2011
  • " Very nice hotel. Large pool. Food average. Everything was very clean. Unfortunately, this hotel is located in ... "  Read more
    5.527777777777779
    June 2011
  • " Very nice hotel. Large pool. Food average. Everything was very clean. Unfortunately, this hotel is located in an area in the life Buddisten, therefore you sadly no ... "  Read more
    5.527777777777779
    June 2011
  • " Great hotel, highly recommendable "  Read more
    5.377777777777777
    October 2011
  • " Very nice hotel facility immediately close to the beach. If you would like to spend a calm vacation, you'll be ... "  Read more
    5.377777777777777
    October 2011
  • " ... days we have a great optician direct the hotel found, which I really would happily recommend it. We have 3 corrected glasses (paragliding and short-sightedness) for 350 euros bought. We are very satisfied with his work. For excursions recommend the official travel guide to book. There is at the ... "  Read more
    4.366666666666666
    January 2012
  • " ... in September has again and again short rain showers for a position on the day, the humidity needs getting used to. Private tour operator bring everywhere back. Altogether a very inexpensive and recommendable hotel. "  Read more
    5.125
    September 2012
  • " Great hotel, we are coming again with great pleasure "  Read more
    5.316666666666666
    July 2011
  • " ... in June, in addition various schwemmgut. But it is artificial coves, makes the swimming fun here. Flat into the sea. coarse-grained sand way for further questions notifies you simply. Is really a good hotel. "  Read more
    5.316666666666666
    July 2011
  • " ... and strong currents actually not possible. The hotel complex has however on 2 swimming pools ( small pool in quiet area), with a sufficient number of beach chairs. We had a all in all view well pleasant stay the club hotel dolphin. "  Read more
    5.166666666666667
    January 2012
  • " A beautiful and thanks to of the staff also relaxing vacation. Excursions without any problems when Harald-Tours book. Good value for money. The same applies to the in front of the hotel the jeweler Kamar. "  Read more
    5.458333333333333
    February 2012
  • " ... Laila has right next to the beach of the hotel a gift shop and also spoke very good German. And next to Laila is a jeweler. There I a trailer with my name on Sinhalese services are available for a very good price. If their Fernando will not ask for Toni-the but only spoke English. "  Read more
    5.666666666666667
    November 2011
  • " The complex is very clean and well laid out. Although the hotel was fully booked during our stay, we never had to wait in line. The pool area is very large and beach chairs and ... "  Read more
    5.177777777777778
    October 2011
  • " bars were good and well situated but certain days we could not get alcahol as religion didnt allow but last time we were there ... "  Read more
    2.8333333333333335
    October 2012
  • " Great hotel, great location at the beach from waikkal, transfer about 40 minutes Great service, rooms large and clean, ... "  Read more
    5.191666666666666
    March 2012
  • " ... We are still enthusiastic about it. Best management we have ever seen; any wish was almost read from our lips. We had booked 3 villas and were fully satisfied (even in the third row we still had a great view). For the inconvenience that we had to sleep the first night in the main house, we were ... "  Read more
    5.777777777777778
    November 2011
  • " Nice hotel in a peaceful location, friendly staff "  Read more
    4.627777777777777
    September 2012
  • " Hotel in a peaceful location, clean, friendly staff, unfortunately somewhat remote. Despite the rainy season not rainy day, ... "  Read more
    4.627777777777777
    September 2012
  • " the hotel is located in a very quiet area in a palm grove right on the sandy beach. behind the hotel is the Dutch channel. From here you ... "  Read more
    6
    November 2011
  • " ... star quality which was disappointing in comparison to the villa rooms on the beach front. However the local stores just outside the hotel gave a wide variety of gifts and excursions. This was an amazing location to be hid away from the hussle and bussle but not too far if you wanted to venture into town ... "  Read more
    4.125
    October 2012
  • " A great location "  Read more
    5.5
    October 2012
  • " ... but noisy Vacationers OK. The food is great and there was something for everyone and not too hot. I can only say it was a perfect holiday. A small tip!!! Book excursions at Harald the seat on the beach very good German and great value For the excursions and the price up to 30% cheaper than in the hotel. "  Read more
    5.538888888888889
    May 2011
  • " ... Horse riding at the beach. the pool was small, but safe enough to cool off. The relax pool area was for us the more beautiful, few visitors, always space, a beautiful restaurant at the beach and great beach. there is a spa area, to recommend is, however could be improved. I missed diving offers. ... "  Read more
    5.5
    January 2012
  • " ... by the pool a dinner evening; a massive buffet, fresh dishes from the grill and always great dessert. The pool was very big and always clean - loungers and towels by the pool distributed-very attentive and friendly staff everywhere on the complex. Around the hotel unfortunately not very busy-taxi and small trains ... "  Read more
    5.219444444444444
    August 2012
  • " From the start until the end pleasant vacation Already at the check in very nice reception. The property met our expectations and was daily cleaned multiple times. The staff were always very helpful and accommodating. We were traveling with a small child and were almost daily asked, whether ... "  Read more
    5.45
    July 2012
  • " We would recommend this hotel wholeheartedly recommend dolphin. A great service throughout the day, all of the staff of cuisine, service to gardeners were very friendly. ... "  Read more
    5.75
    June 2011
  • " Great hotel, great location at the beach from waikkal, transfer about 40 minutes Great service, rooms large and clean, Wi-Fi in the whole area free! Super excursions when Harald tours 500 ... "  Read more
    5.191666666666666
    March 2012
  • " ... vacation make. Next time we must definitely German Sweets and pens carry forward, are very popular! Are warm welcome and the tour operator always had a open ear for us. The staff of the hotel are everyone is very friendly and helpful. It was just a great stay. "  Read more
    5.361111111111111
    May 2012
  • " It was a really beautiful vacation. Would anytime again come. This hotel is for all thought, the relax and to take it easy to. The staff are super friendly and accommodating. The food was great. Of course, no one can expect, that it here German food ... "  Read more
    5.277777777777778
    April 2012
  • " We were very positively surprised! The beach is in some places quite dirty, it is however a public beach and no hotel's own beach. The staff are very friendly and accommodating. Practically all employees speak English, some even a little German. The garden area is ... "  Read more
    5.672222222222222
    May 2012
  • " ... the hotel mentioned this and our daughter Flocati Flocatinchen, if someone takes dogs love frontline with the two opportunities to liberate its annoying. In conclusion, spacious hotel with very good staff always friendly and nicely. Clean and well maintained. The beach is a bit of getting used to as ... "  Read more
    5.316666666666666
    July 2011
  • " The hotel was more than just satisfying. The staff is very friendly and speaks a little German. The cleanliness of the hotel was exemplary. The pool area is the ... "  Read more
    5.875
    January 2012
  • " ... vacation. Had with Harald two beautiful excursions booked, the very informative were. Pool and rooms were always clean, however there were no napkins in the snacks. The food was magnificent. The waiters were very friendly and helpful. A very well maintained complex. "  Read more
    5.102777777777778
    March 2012
  • " The hotel is just a four star hotel. The food was just super!!! The staff gave a lot of effort and was very friendly. Complaints I can't say we didn't have any. We had a very nice holiday in ... "  Read more
    5.322222222222222
    June 2011
  • " All together a super friendly hotel, competent and helpful staff. Possibilities different excursions to book are available ( Harald tours at the beach). Food ... "  Read more
    5.638888888888888
    September 2012
  • " Great vacation, friendly staff the fulfilled every wish. Gladly come again, animation very good and not pushy. Pool always top ... "  Read more
    5.577777777777778
    September 2012
  • " Nice hotel, pleasant staff, unfortunately we liked Sri Lanka generally not. So we were amongst others on the flight home ... "  Read more
    4.291666666666667
    June 2012
  • " short and sweet tight... everything was fine, short transfer from the airport, super beach area and the weather. Every day pure sun. very friendly staff, came early eight hours and could also immediately our room cover, super kitchen, was ... "  Read more
    5.222222222222222
    January 2012
  • " Nice hotel in a peaceful location, friendly staff "  Read more
    4.627777777777777
    September 2012
  • " Hotel in a peaceful location, clean, friendly staff, unfortunately somewhat remote. Despite the rainy season not rainy day, Baden because of waves ... "  Read more
    4.627777777777777
    September 2012
  • " We would recommend this hotel wholeheartedly recommend dolphin. A great service throughout the day, all of the staff of cuisine, service to gardeners were very friendly. Everyone speaks English and most also German. Pleasant entertainment in the morning and afternoon with sports, Games ... "  Read more
    5.75
    June 2011
  • " The complete staff speaks English and is in a warm & friendly very in order satisfaction of the guest endeavors. The waiters are ... "  Read more
    5.5
    November 2011
  • " ... speaks English and most also German. Pleasant entertainment in the morning and afternoon with sports, Games and fun, very good gym facilities (gym, squash, tennis, badminton, mini golf...), very good food in all variations in the form of a buffet (everything you can dream)-very tastefully furnished ... "  Read more
    5.75
    June 2011
  • " It was a really beautiful vacation. Would anytime again come. This hotel is for all thought, the relax and to take it easy to. The staff are super friendly and accommodating. The food was great. Of course, no one can expect, that it here German food returns. Who insists, should please ... "  Read more
    5.277777777777778
    April 2012
  • " ... night and complaint on our tour operator the room change. This was OK. The employees are very willing to make an effort and extremely nice. Recommendation: always rupees on, then it worked great. The food is excellent. Varied with different themes, which is not constant repeat. Unfortunately the hotel lies ... "  Read more
    4.366666666666666
    January 2012
  • " The hotel was more than just satisfying. The staff is very friendly and speaks a little German. The cleanliness of the hotel was exemplary. The pool area is the biggest in Sri Lanka and the cleanest. The food is very good and the hotel is next to the main restaurant and there is also a restaurant for specialties. ... "  Read more
    5.875
    January 2012
  • " It was a really beautiful vacation. Had with Harald two beautiful excursions booked, the very informative were. Pool and rooms were always clean, however there were no napkins in the snacks. The food was magnificent. The waiters were very friendly and helpful. A very well maintained complex. "  Read more
    5.102777777777778
    March 2012
  • " The relaxing pool we had a very relaxing holiday! The food was great, unfortunately not nearly as strong as expected. Our bungalow had a top facilities. The sea was ... "  Read more
    5.508333333333333
    April 2011
  • " Hotel in a peaceful location, clean, friendly staff, unfortunately somewhat remote. Despite the rainy season not rainy day, Baden because of waves only limited possible. Good food however mostly nearly cold. "  Read more
    4.627777777777777
    September 2012
  • " It was a wonderful vacation. The hotel is very well equipped. The staff are very friendly. The food is great, the buffet changed at noon and in the evening, there was always something for everyone. ... "  Read more
    5.8194444444444455
    September 2011
  • " ... recommend a bungalow with megabyte directly on the beach (1st or at least second row), the view is beautiful and you can get a beautiful sunset with A sundowner enjoy. The quality and taste of the food is good, Sri Lanka corner for sharp gourmets, I do not, my friend had no problems, so just try it. ... "  Read more
    5.263888888888888
    June 2011
  • " ... the housekeeping even and controlled the evaporator against mosquitos and emptied the garbage bin. Restaurant: tables always clean and very attentive service. Every day there was very lots of different food from the buffet and also theme nights (Italian and so on). We were on the midsummer ... "  Read more
    5.219444444444444
    August 2012
  • " ... and helpful, spoke perfect English therefor very little German. We had a nice double room, which was cleaned thoroughly every day. The bathroom and the balcony were a little small but adequate. The food in the restaurant was very good and varied. You can book excursions at the tour guide or on the beach at the beach Boys. We ... "  Read more
    5.177777777777778
    October 2011
  • " Had a deluxe room on the bottom floor right by the pool area, with sun loungers. Our room was only a few meters away from the beach. A dream. Food tasted very good, something for everyone. The buffet was filled up until the last minute. The chilled room with ... "  Read more
    5.416666666666667
    October 2011
  • " The hotel is very nice and the staff are very friendly. The food was good and there was plenty of variety. It is a shame that the beach is not clean, all the dirt from ... "  Read more
    5.375
    June 2011
  • " ... says on the tin!!! We had a bungalow with a direct view of the sea and were very pleased. The area is very well maintained and clean. The room I can't say anything else but noisy Vacationers OK. The food is great and there was something for everyone and not too hot. I can only say it was a perfect ... "  Read more
    5.538888888888889
    May 2011
  • " Good hotel with good food and small mistakes on which one gladly to away looks. Staff top with occasional German and ... "  Read more
    5.011111111111111
    August 2012
  • " ... sea. Unfortunately we could because of the Current into the sea. However therefor compensate the on the complex presides pools. This year we have a bungalow booked, the was absolutely fantastic. The food is diverse, varied and there is something for everyone there. Particularly recommendable is the seafood at ... "  Read more
    5.833333333333333
    August 2012
  • " ... you can get at noon something to itself take can. Free beach chairs we always got and at any time of the day. The activepool is very nice for swimming, since it in sections was a bit deeper. Also there is a bar and a open Cafeteria. "  Read more
    6
    November 2011
  • " pool is good entertainment fairly good you couldnt here what was being said over the tannoy, the boys used to come and ask ... "  Read more
    2.8333333333333335
    October 2012
  • " Very clean hotel area with a large pool area "  Read more
    5.527777777777779
    June 2011
  • " We were in the beginning July 2011 at the hotel, two adults and our eight year old daughter. The complex was very spacious so that we didn't have the feeling of being 'crowded' to sit. Large pool area divided into two sections. A large swimming pool, where you can play, there is a non-swimmer ... "  Read more
    5.316666666666666
    July 2011
  • " ... at the hotel, two adults and our eight year old daughter. The complex was very spacious so that we didn't have the feeling of being 'crowded' to sit. Large pool area divided into two sections. A large swimming pool, where you can play, there is a non-swimmer area and a deeper area everything through the tiles ... "  Read more
    5.316666666666666
    July 2011
  • " ... in the sea. However, you should be aware of this, that the September high waves and partly strong currents predominate. Behind the breakwaters swimming was possible at any time. Furthermore, there are two pools. A small pool and a large pool, were there were activities. But the entertainers were never ... "  Read more
    5.777777777777779
    October 2011
  • " The fun pool is huge, clean and there are always enough sunbeds on the lawn available. You get every day fresh pool towels and on request a sun screen. The ... "  Read more
    5.5
    November 2011
  • " ... It was always a bit of sport and entertainment offered, took but not often take part in. If you are rejected, was a no comment card accepted. We were only at the large pool, there were always enough sunbeds velvet cushions available. If you wish received sun screen. The small pool we only one look, ... "  Read more
    5
    November 2011
  • " the beach directly on the back hotel exit, big pool no 20 to 30 meters. Unfortunately, there are around the hotel no good options for shopping. You ... "  Read more
    4.5
    November 2011
  • " 2 pools - both well served, though not enough sunbeds at the smaller pool on occasions. Pools were clean and fresh with showers available. Plenty of ... "  Read more
    5.5
    October 2012
  • " One point to bring about. That is in the quiet pool area, there were not enough sunbeds to go round. But the boys were doing such a good job guests might not feel that is a major issue. "  Read more
    6
    October 2012
  • " Very beautiful, tropical landscaped area with a large pool, (the ranweli holiday village is nearby), children can feed chipmunk, Koi watch, bungalows nearby's pools were very nicely furnished (with large shower) and you can enjoy the peace and the sound of the ocean. There are always weddings celebrated ... "  Read more
    5.175
    August 2011
  • " The hotel was very pleasant and in our opinion absolutely recommendable. As already often described the bungalows are newly renovated and very comfortable, the large bathroom with large shower was great. I would recommend a bungalow with megabyte directly on the beach ... "  Read more
    5.263888888888888
    June 2011
  • " The hotel was very pleasant and in our opinion absolutely recommendable. As already often described the bungalows are newly renovated and very comfortable, the large bathroom with large shower was great. I would recommend a bungalow with megabyte directly on the beach (1st or at least ... "  Read more
    5.263888888888888
    June 2011
  • " A beautiful designed, extensive complex. the rooms are although getting quite old, but clean and beautiful presented. The bungalow' s are beautiful and very modern, with a very large Bathroom. When all inclusive-Record remains no desire openly. the guests are from age and nationality ... "  Read more
    5
    November 2011
  • " ... Our Wish was fulfilled. The location of the bungalows was dreamlike. Directly on the beach with a view of the sea. the bungalow room was large and ultra clean. The bath very modern with super large shower (Rain shower). It was enough storage space for our clothes available. However the pool ... "  Read more
    5.333333333333333
    January 2012
  • " It was a great vacation everything was clean, the furniture a bit getting old but it was super friendly room boys even twice a day that saw again well done. It was great every day delicious and varied ... "  Read more
    5.583333333333333
    October 2011
  • " Very beautiful, tropical landscaped area with a large pool, (the ranweli holiday village is nearby), children can feed chipmunk, Koi watch, bungalows nearby's pools were very nicely furnished (with large shower) and you can enjoy the peace and the sound of the ocean. There are always ... "  Read more
    5.175
    August 2011
  • " ... we are still in such a way to 12 or 13 hours wait want. Since I in the Forum was already once had read we chose a cozy Spot to sleep. But then it all went very quickly. After a good hour we had a beautiful room on the first floor directly at the pool with a view of the sea. Is now only positive to report. ... "  Read more
    6
    November 2011
  • " We had a beautiful room in the main building on the first floor. The room is very spacious. We found it well insulated, ... "  Read more
    6
    November 2011
  • " the first room what was offered to us, was for three persons too small and also had a tiny balcony. for two people it would be enough. When we the desire expressed but please a larger room get, we were this immediately and without conflict fulfilled. the second room was absolutely ... "  Read more
    5
    November 2011
  • " We had a Superior Room (107). the room was big enough, however the bathroom would have urgently a rennovation necessarily: moldy joints and a ... "  Read more
    3.3333333333333335
    November 2011
  • " I can only speak for the beach villa when i say excellent accommodation. The flatscreen tv mounted on the wall recieved several channels in english including bbc world news, national ... "  Read more
    5.5
    October 2012
  • " it was a very spacious room and we had a comfortable night sleep. "  Read more
    6
    October 2012
  • " ... were sufficiently available. The entertainment was not at all pushy. The staff are very nice and helpful, spoke perfect English therefor very little German. We had a nice double room, which was cleaned thoroughly every day. The bathroom and the balcony were a little small but adequate. The food in the restaurant was ... "  Read more
    5.177777777777778
    October 2011
  • " I have never seen so much serious friendliness experienced. And here I am speaking from the manager to the gardener. The rooms were cleaned every day and with flowers and Handtuchelefanten or queues decorated. Every request was formally from the ... "  Read more
    5.666666666666667
    November 2011
  • " the hotel lies a bit outside about 45 minutes from Colombo city. There is apartments and bungalows directly 30 meters at the beach beach chairs. the rooms are cleaned daily. We have a all inclusive and it was the food was very good and more than enough. It too many ... "  Read more
    4.5
    November 2011
Michael
United Kingdom
  • Family
  • Age 31-35
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5.7
Rated:  
  • 2 weeks
  • Other
  • Hotel recommended
Thoroughly enjoyable stay. All staff were very friendly and helpful. Our wedding was co-ordinated perfectly from the moment we arrived. The food was always lovely, especially the Sri Lankan cuisine. Only slight negative was the Spa, they seemed disinterested and unhelpful both times we attempted to book a massage. This doesn't really detract from a wonderful Hotel, Country and Holiday. … read more
Russell
United Kingdom
  • Couple
  • Age 66-70
1 Other hotel reviews
5.3
Rated:  
  • 2 weeks
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
First visit to Sri Lanka very enjoyable the staff at the hotel could not have been more accomodating the went out of there way to be helpful in all areas of the hotel. The hotel is quite away from any other ammenities so you are a captive audiance. The food was excellent so much choice the head chef was out talking to guest evey night so if you had any complaints he was there to listen. The best rooms are the sea view villas with stunning views of the beach and the sea. The hotel is to close some parts … read more
5.2
Rated:  
  • 2 weeks
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
The waiters were always friendly, also without light. The is there then, if you have the consistent friendliness to see. The room was always very thoroughly cleaned. Nice bed decorations! With english one gets ahead. The doctor we needed came quickly and was efficient.Who something to moan about has it is your own fault. (there were of course) There is always something new that you can try. Whether fleisch'fresser' or vegetarian. The foodies come fully at their expense. The chairs would have been, at long last, a new reference need-many stofen in the country should not be difficult.The rooms are big but urgently need … read more
Uta
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 26-30
1 Other hotel reviews
4.8
Rated:  
  • 2 weeks
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
The staff was always very friendly and willing to help. In case of any problems one helped to us always immediately. Sometimes the restaurant little understaffed, so that one longer for its beverages to wait had-but since one on vacation is, you as you know, time!The buffet at lunch and in the evening was very varied and it was really there is something for everybody. We loved it, that daily a wide choice at native ones meals. The cocktails were for all inclusive absolutely okay!The rooms were okay. She are already a bit dated. Size and equipment were but sufficientThe hotel … read more
Ramona
Germany
  • Family
  • Age 19-25
6 Other hotel reviews
5.5
Rated:  
  • 2 weeks
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
The service one cannot say anything negative. The people there are very pleasant and always anxious to please. It was brought us drinks, tables were selected and bekamman always a nice smile. Many employees could fractions the german language. Some more the other less. English could however as good as any. The cleaning of the rooms was super! There were new towels every day (also enough), sometimes were the beds beautifully decked out and you were always friendly welcome. About a tip the valet boys very. With complaints was immediately done. For example our safe not, since the batteries were empty, but they … read more
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Information about Club Hotel Dolphin

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Hotel Beach < 50 km
  • What the hotel offers
    Club Hotel Dolphin is located along the coast for a holiday surrounded by sun sea and sand with delicious food and a tranquil atmosphere. This beach hotel offers a combination of cheerful accommodation, good food and plenty of activities all in the wonderful surroundings oh the Sri Lankan western coast.
  • Location
    The hotel is situated along the sandy beaches on the western coastal belt of Sri Lanka. It is situated in the city of Waikkal which is 56 km from the city of Colombo and 20 km from the Bandaranaike International Airport in Katunayake.
  • Accommodation
    The rooms at Club Hotel Dolphin are designed with vibrant colors and cheerful furnishings. The rooms on offer are either Deluxe Rooms or Private Chalets. Deluxe rooms include a view of both the ocean and the garden and each room has a private balcony. Chalets are for those guests looking for a private and homely ambience set in beautiful gardens. All the rooms are equipped with modern amenities and non-smoking rooms are available on request.
  • Food and Drink
    The hotel’s Miami Restaurant serves dishes including seafood specialties, steaks, desserts and tropical fruit from the local region of Sri Lanka. There are two bars; one is a lounge bar and one’s a pool bar so you can relax by the water with a cooling drink.
  • Leisure
    If you want to do more than simply relaxing on the beach and basking in the sun there is also a selection of leisure activities on offer. They include the largest pool in Sri Lanka which offers water sports and a smaller pool for relaxation. Other activities include; horse riding, aerobics, a karaoke center, disco and nightly entertainment such as live music, magic shows, improvisation, beach parties, cultural shows and animation shows. Games such as mini-golf, tennis, beach volleyball, water polo, squash, darts, pool, carom, chess or even a bike tours can be arranged. The spa offers massages, beauty treatments and Ayurveda treatments. There is also a fully equipped gym.
  • Family
    This is a child friendly hotel and for families extra bed/cots are available upon request.
  • Other facilities and services
    • 24 hour room service • Laundry • Business Center
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Hotel own description

  • What the hotel offers
    Here on Sri Lanka's golden west coast, we believe that every moment of your time spent with us is precious. . Precisely why we offer a host of facilities for your comfort and opportunities for you and your loved ones to enjoy an unforgettable stay with us in Sri Lanka. Whether you want to PLAY or PAUSE you can have the best of both worlds at Club Hotel Dolphin Waikkal. 30 minutes away from the airport and offing all-inclusive concept.
  • Location
    Located at a distance of 56 kms (90 mins) from the city of Colombo and 20 kms (30 mins) from the Bandaranaike International Airport, Hotel Club Dolphin is among the most popular family holiday destination in Sri Lanka. Its close proximity to the international airport and the cities of Colombo and Negombo makes it a very conveniently located choice for both business and leisure travelers alike! Guests can make short day trips to see many other local sights in the area.
  • Accommodation
    Bedtime brings its own delights... from well-appointed suites and romantic villas, to vibrant pool-side rooms, the choice is all yours. Pleasantly sleepy after a perfect day exploring ancient temples and discovering exotic wild nature, it's time to slip between the sheets. What a night! Karaoke with the kids, a candle-lit dinner on the beach, and a moonlight stroll along the shore...The sound of the waves, and the chirp of the crickets lull you to sleep, it's time to dream of what you'll do tomorrow, maybe some quiet time soaking up the sun...
  • Food and Drink
    From fine dining to family favorites, trust our chefs to bring you the best of both worlds at Club Hotel Dolphin. Discover something delicious every single day with our nightly themed buffet specials in Sands Restaurant, or find superbly prepared a la carte dishes in Waves fine dining restaurant. Spent an action-packed afternoon playing beach volleyball? Stop off to refuel with a tasty snack before taking a well-deserved snooze by the pool. Discover your new favorite place to watch the sun go down while you enjoy a tropical fruit cocktail, no matter what your mood. Whether it's making new friends at the Aqua bar and lounge, or in a secluded spot among the trees, every moment is magical.
  • Leisure
    There's a world of adventure and excitement, just beyond our golden sand beach, so whether you love exploring the beauty of the natural world, or learning more about our ancient culture, there's plenty to see and do.
  • Other facilities and services
    Business Center with guest computers and Internet facility: Guests can avail of our well-equipped Business Center, which offers Internet facility with use of computers, fax and other equipment
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Hotel amenities

  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Non-smoking room
  • Number of conference and banquet facilities: 3
  • Shops in the hotel
  • Business centre
  • Business Centre Use: charged
  • Hotel safe
  • Internet
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Car park

Room amenities

  • Writing bureau
  • Additional childrens' bed
  • CD Player
  • Satellite TV
  • Fan
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Coffee and tea
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Wake up call/Alarm clock
  • Fire alarm

Gastronomy

  • Full board
  • Restaurant
  • Vegetarian
  • Vegetarian dishes
  • Dishes for those with allergies
  • Gluten free
  • Hotel bar
  • Cafe
  • Number of cafes altogether: 1
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Packed lunches
  • Catering service

A choice of sports

  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor pool
  • Tennis court
  • Number of tennis courts: 1
  • Volleyball

Spa offers

  • Spa centre
  • Massages

Other hotel information

  • 24 hour reception
  • Evening programs and entertainment
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Kids club (6-9 years)
  • Check out no later than: 12:00
  • Non-hotel guests can/cannot access the area: open
  • English
  • Early check in
  • Late check out
  • Airport transfer
  • Shuttle bus transfer from the airport: charged
  • City
  • Eurocard/Mastercard
  • 24 hour security
  • Car hire
  • Ocean
  • Ticket service
  • Information desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Children welcome
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi access included
  • Newspaper
  • Laundry service
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