Our experience was pretty short actually. But we came to the Royal Tourist Lodge in the very late hours, maybe around 2-3am (I can't really remember, I just know it was after midnight and we were all tired and exhausted from the day's activities and searching for a place to stay), after trying to find a decent, affordable and clean... More

A long awaited rest from the hot and often busy Colombo & South. This is no party palace, but instead a genuinely welcoming, friendly retreat! Amenities were exceptional (why anyone would complain about the hot water is beyond us). Even more important than the beautiful room and setting were the people. An absolute must is to ask the owners to... More

We stayed with our 6 months old baby son in this guest house 2 nights in December 2011. The owners were really kind and pleasant and helpful. The room and bathroom were clean but some renovation would do them good. The views were great, the terrace where we had our meals is great to sit on and just enjoy the... More

Firstly apologies for the late review! We did promise Razik, the owner, that we would post a review upon our return so sorry Razik... we're a bit late. During Christmas time, I stayed, with my husband and our two teenager sons, for 3 nights in this lovely guest house in a quiet hillside location away from the busy town but... More

Clean room, but bathroom was old and in poor condition. The bidet leaked on the floor and the water is like warm only. Owner was pleasant and helpful but you have to walk through his house to get to your room. For the price I would expect more modern western facilities.

Booked Online from http://royaltouristlodge.hotels.officelive.com/booking.aspx and my booking was confirmed on the same day. Stayed here some time ago and have no doubts about giving it 5 stars. Food is excellent - complements to the proprietor's wife and her exceptional cooking staff. A very homely atmosphere and had a good night's sleep without any sound pollution.

Very peaceful, clean and nice place with beautiful view! Rooms are spotless and food is great! Owner and his wife are such a kind people..helpful with everything you need! Like one of the kind they dont give drivers any commision for bringing you in their place so be sure you mention this hotel by its name.

We chose this guesthouse from three that we selected because the owner gave immediate and positive responses to our emailed questions about getting a taxi from the airport, arranging train tickets etc i.e. he seemed friendly AND efficient. He and his wife were most welcoming and helpful and the set-up there was more like a 'bed 'n breakfast' situation where... More

We love this place. What made the stay special was the lovely couple who owns the guesthouse; humble, welcoming, attentive and sweet. The room was spacious and bathroom modest, but the surroundings are beautiful, particularly the huge veranda which overlooks the hills. The only bugbear (and this has nothing to do with the guesthouse) was the animal sounds which kept... More