As far as cheap accommodations goes, Jewting Beach is one of the pricier ones, but is a great deal nonetheless, especially considering its many amenities. The hotel is located on two and a half acres of palm tree gardens and has a large outdoor pool and beach barbecue setups. The hotel staff can arrange nearby excursions to wetlands, marshes and canals. All rooms have cement floors and teak furniture and feature cable TV, personal safes and a mini bar. A number of restaurants are located at the hotel. The Sands offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Black Coral has a finer dining atmosphere. Finally, there is The Center Point, which is the hotel's beachside bar and grill.
Jewting Beach Hotel
Porutota Rd.
Negombo, Sri Lanka
312-273-500
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The Browns Beach Hotel is a three star budget hotel located on the private Browns Beach. Standard rooms and suites are available alongside beachside accommodations and cabanas. All rooms have their own private bathroom, a mini bar, a radio, complimentary wireless Internet connection and a private balcony or terrace. The restaurant on the ground floor of the hotel serves Eastern, Western and international cuisine. All the meals, however, are based on local ingredients and traditional Sri Lankan meals. For guests looking to enjoy the beach, the hotel offers free sun chairs and beach towels. A pool is also available in addition to a massage service. The hotel prides itself on adhering to a green philosophy that includes energy efficiency and the minimization of waste products.
Browns Beach Hotel
Lewis Place
Negombo, Sri Lanka
315-565-5000
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Hotel Silver Sands is a small, intimate boutique hotel in Negombo, located right on the beach. It has only 15 well-maintained rooms. These are decorated comfortably and all have attached bathrooms. Travel information is available at the concierge desk, which includes details on nearby tours and excursions. Private balconies are attached to rooms, all of which come with mosquito nets for the hotter seasons. The hotel's communal garden is a place to meet other guests or enjoy the fish in the garden pond. A rooftop balcony also serves as a lounging area. The on-site restaurant can also be visited for Western and Chinese food, in addition to traditional Sri Lankan cuisine.
Hotel Silver Sands
Lewis Place
Negombo, Sri Lanka
312-222-880
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