I had a fantastic 3 week holiday in Sri Lanka all booked over the internet, now if you really understand what budget accommodation is the Silver Sands Hotel is for you it is a little old and basic but you get what you pay for, I had my first 5 nights at this hotel because it was near to the... more

We stayed here for one night at the end of our trip before we headed back to the airport very early. We had 3 rooms with A/C but the A/C was very temperamental. Decorations were shabby with newspaper being used for lining in the wardrobe. We ate lunch at the restaurant which was delicious and reasonably priced. The staff were... more

Close to the airport, and the beach - The Silver Sands is a perfect place to stay for some peace and quiet, touring or just for an overnight transfer. Francis, the owner, is on duty just about every minute of the day, and can provide anything from a plug to a security box. If you need anything, it can be... more

Negombo is about 15 minutes drive from the airport so the Silver Sands is a great place to crash after a flight. They will arrange a pick-up from the airport which takes the hassle out of finding your way. I found this place great, the owner, Francis was lovely and all the staff were friendly. They lent me a plug... more

This place is like a home from home for me, I have visited here lots of times in groups and on my own and is usually my starting point for tours with Upul from Sri Lanka Tailored Tours. The hotel is a family hotel by the side of the beach where you can watch the fishing catamarans go out and... more

We stayed at the Hotel Silver Sands for a one night stopover as it is convienient being so close to the airport. They arranged for a driver to pick us up from the airport at 3am and made us feel very welcome on our arrival at the hotel. They offered us the option of upgrading to an air-con room for... more

Just a nice place to stay at, coming directly from the airport planning a trip around the country. Very good prices in a nice environment. Personel very friendly and treating you descreetly. All the personal service you need. For someone on duty in the country preferably as well. more

we arrived at this hotel without booking but the staff were helpful and fortunately they did have accommodation ,although we did have to move for one night.(not their fault) This was reasonably priced, on the beach,reasonable restaurant ---or other places to eat across the road. The town of Ngombo is only 6kms away from the airport so very handy for... more

J'aime bien y passer 1 ou 2 jours en arrivant ou en repartant du Sri Lanka. c'est un petit hotel... more