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Villa AraliyavsHotel Goldi Sands
Both properties are rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Villa Araliya is preferred by most reviewers compared to Hotel Goldi Sands. Villa Araliya ranks #27 in Sri Lanka with approval from 2 sources like Lonely Planet, Oyster.
Villa Araliya
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet
154/10 Poruthota Road, Kochchikade, Negombo, Sri Lanka
From $32/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Air Conditioning
Budget
"The lower-middle-range, 14-room Villa Araliya is a quiet property that's just a five-minute walk from Negombo's public beach." Full review
"This standout choice has a variety of modern rooms – some dashed up in multihued colours and others with exposed red-brick walls." Full review
"Set in back of luxuriant gardens are two bungalows decorated with vintage furniture, including lovely carved wardrobes." Full review
Hotel Goldi Sands
Lonely Planet
Oyster
Ethukala, Negombo, Sri Lanka
From $81/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"Its modern, white rooms with black-and-white art offer fair value and it’s a good base from which to recover from the long flight." Full review
Mid-Range
"The 71-room Hotel Goldi Sands is a mid-range property with an excellent setting along the beach, near ample restaurants and a 25-minute drive from the airport." Full review