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Thalpitiya | Colombo and South West Coast, Wadduwa 12560, Sri Lanka
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The Blue Water
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Perth, Western Australia, Australia
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed June 19, 2013 NEW

First of all the check in process was very slow and we were waiting around for our room to be cleaned and ready. When we entered the room, the floor was dirty and had not being mopped (sticky, dirty floor). There was a leak in the Jacuzzi which caused the water to drain downstairs, so we were unable to use... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 12, 2013 via mobile

This hotel is absolutely brilliant. It is so beautiful and serene and the service is fantastic. The staff can never do too much and are very friendly and welcoming. During my stay i was scratched by a stray cat and had to go to hospital as rabies is prevelent in sri lanka. The hotel organised a cab to the hospital... More

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Janaka J, Manager at The Blue Water, responded to this review
June 13, 2013

Dear Guest, Thank you for your lovely review on The Blue Water hotel, specially highlighting our true Sri Lankan hospitality! We are glad that you are unharmed and trust you enjoyed your deluxe room accommodation as much as the rest of the hotel facilities, food and service. Look forward to welcome you back to The blue Water hotel in the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2013 via mobile

We visited the Blue Water for 1 week for our honey moon and were delighted with our choice. The hotel grounds are fantastic very peaceful if you are searching for a relaxing stay. The waiters and bar staff are very nice and always try to build a rapport with visitors. Me and my wife enjoyed the fact that we could... More

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Janaka J, Manager at The Blue Water, responded to this review
June 9, 2013

Dear Guest, You have honored us by choosing The blue Water hotel as you holiday destination in Sri Lanka, especially for you honeymoon and most of all we are thrilled to have lived up to your expectations! Wonderful compliments you have given to our waiter and bar staff along with Chef and his teams, has been duly passed on and... More

Kalutara, Sri Lanka
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 7, 2013

My Home Coming was held here and i stayed one night. I must say WONDERFUL FRIENDLY staff they have. i really enjoyed my stay here. Food was authentic exotic... mouth watering... wow heavenly. My Home coming ceremony was a Hit at the end of the day. All the guests enjoyed and appreciated the way it was held. Room was clean... More

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Janaka J, Manager at The Blue Water, responded to this review
June 8, 2013

Dear Guest, Thank you for choosing The Blue Water hotel as the venue for your homecoming for which we are honored, and pleased for giving us the opportunity to serve you and your guest. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the food and service and trust your stay at the Deluxe room was up to your expectation. Your... More

SHAFTESBURY
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 6, 2013

This was the second time we had stayed at the Blue Water and we had a thoroughly relaxing and rejuvenating stay. The spa treatments are superb the gym guys who taught my daughter and I yoga every morning even on their days of fantastic. The Gym facilities great and so underused. The bellboys the reception staff the room boys the... More

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Janaka J, Manager at The Blue Water, responded to this review
June 7, 2013

Dear Guest, Thank you for choosing The Blue Water hotel as your holiday destination in Wadduwa, Sri Lanka and for posting a review on TripAdvisor. Your lovely compliments to our staff and especially to Chef and his team are very much appreciated and will be passed on to the entire team. We are also very pleased to hear that you... More

Hasselt, Belgium
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 4, 2013

After a long drive we finally arrived at the Blue Water. We had a welcome drink and somebody guided us around. Unfortunately, it was raining the whole day. But the room was very beautiful and we were glad we could make use of our bubble bath. The other days the weather was good and we did some nice trips. Sri... More

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Janaka J, Manager at The Blue Water, responded to this review
June 5, 2013

Dear Guest, Thank you for holidaying with us at The Blue Water and for posting a review on TA for the benefit of the future guest and as we always look for ways to serve you better, constructive feedback is very much appreciated and welcomed. Your kind words on staff friendliness and quality and taste of food have been passed... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 30, 2013

Actually this is a nice place with beautiful coconuts trees and green color grass everywhere. We can have both see view and nice location for wedding photography. And also this is very cool place. I hope to visit again.

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Janaka J, Manager at The Blue Water, responded to this review
May 31, 2013

Dear Guest, Thank you for posting a review on TA and we look forward to welcome you back to The Blue Water on your next visit to Wadduwa. Yours Sincerely, Janaka Jayasuriya Resident Manager More

Lancaster, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2013

I stayed at the Blue Water at the end of March and I can honestly say that I have completely fallen in love with Sri Lanka. What a wonderful country! Everyone I met was warm, friendly and very welcoming and I can't wait to go back. The Blue Water is a beautiful resort - very quiet and uncommercial which is... More

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Janaka J, Manager at The Blue Water, responded to this review
May 30, 2013

Dear Guest, Thank you for choosing The Blue Water for your stay in Wadduwa and for posting a review on TA. Your kind compliments to our staff and the property is much appreciated and is shared with the entire team. How we can improve and serve our guest better is what we are always looking at and your comments on... More

Singapore, Singapore
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2013

There's a train line that runs by the hotel occasionally you can hear the train. But it is not too intrusive nor noisy. It was busy during this Vesak weekend and we stayed only one night. it had nice lawn area to sit and read and sun if you did not want to sit by the pool. It's clean and... More

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Janaka J, Manager at The Blue Water, responded to this review
May 30, 2013

Dear guest, We appreciate you taking time to review us on TA and wished you stayed for longer! We do attract lot of visitors during long weekends like the Vesak weekend, but in this 16 acre property, with great architect Geoffrey Bawa’s designing you will never feel crowded! Hope you will spend more time with us at The Blue Water... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013

It's a best place for couple to spend a lovely night. Food and the services are great. They have a beautiful swiming pool and and lovly beach. One of the best architectural hotel I visited. You get a fantastic view for the room and when you are in the swiming pool. I'm really happy to spent my time in such... More

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Janaka J, Manager at The Blue Water, responded to this review
May 24, 2013

Dear Guest, Thank you for choosing The-Blue-Water and for posting a review on TA. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed our lovely swimming pool and the view from the room along with food and service. We look forward to welcome you back again in the very near future to The-Blue-Water! Yours Sincerely, Janaka Jayasuriya Resident Manager More

 
 
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What travelers say

  • Sri Lanka(71)
  • Very good(18)
  • Pool area(14)
  • Day trip(13)
  • Tuk Tuk(10)
  • Yala National park(9)
  • Tea plantations(9)
  • Palm trees(7)
  • Railway line(6)
  • Staff were friendly(6)

Additional Information about The Blue Water

Address: Thalpitiya | Colombo and South West Coast, Wadduwa 12560, Sri Lanka
Region: Sri Lanka > Western Province > Wadduwa
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Center Fitness Center Free Parking Kids Activities Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 13 B&Bs / Inns in Wadduwa
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
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