Rico Shadow Guest House & Restaurant

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Scored 8.7
Rated fabulous

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10

Cheapest option at this property for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Basic Double Room
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Bed: 1 double bed
Free cot available on request
Free stay for your child
Total cost to cancel
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
We have 5 left
US$100 per night
Price US$330
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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About this property

Situated on the west coast of Sri Lanka just 18 km north of Bandaranayake Colombo International Airport, Rico Shadow Guest House & Restaurant& Restaurant features a spa and complimentary WiFi access. The property is 09 km from Negombo and a 45-minute drive from Bandaranaike Colombo International Airport. The town of Chilaw is approximately a 60-minute drive away. Fitted with a terrace, the air-conditioned rooms also come with a minibar, a wardrobe and an attached bathroom with shower facilities. The restaurant serves local Sri Lankan delights alongside Western specialities. Room service is also provided. Guests can go fishing, cycling, or get assistance with tour arrangements. Laundry, luggage storage, airport shuttle and currency exchange services are available.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
  • Free cot available on request

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

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  • Garden view

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Basic Double Room
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Bed: 1 double bed
Free cot available on request
Free stay for your child
Total cost to cancel
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
We have 5 left
US$100 per night
Price US$330
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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+ Deluxe Double Room
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  • 1 double bed
US$380 for 3 nights
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+ Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
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  • 1 double bed
US$446 for 3 nights
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Basic Double Room
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
  • 1 double bed
Free cot available on request
301 feet²
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Soundproofing
Minibar
Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Desk
  • Mosquito net
  • Ironing facilities
  • Fan
  • Wake-up service
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$100 per night
Price US$330
Included: 10 % Service charge
  • Breakfast included in the price
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
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    We have 5 left
  • Free stay for your child
Deluxe Double Room
  • 1 double bed
Free cot available on request
400 feet²
Garden view
Pool view
Pool with a view
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Soundproofing
Terrace
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$115 per night
Price US$380
Included: 10 % Service charge
  • Breakfast included in the price
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
  • •
    We have 2 left
  • Free stay for your child
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
  • 1 double bed
Free cot available on request
409 feet²
Balcony
Garden view
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Soundproofing
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$135 per night
Price US$446
Included: 10 % Service charge
  • Breakfast included in the price
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
  • •
    We have 2 left
  • Free stay for your child
  • You won't be charged yet

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Dylan
    Australia Australia
    “The restaurant was some of the best food we had eating. I recommended the Sri Lankan curry.”
  • Jorgos63
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “Einfach ein wahres Paradies. Zum Abschluss unserer Ferien sind wir rein zufällig auf dieses Dschungel-Resort gestossen. Wunderschön Guesthouses. Alles auf Top-Niveau - wurde ursprünglich von einem Schweizer mitbegründet. Traumhafte Anlage mit...”
  • Eckhard
    Germany Germany
    “Sehr freundliches Personal und auch sehr gut deutsch sprechende Gastgeber; wunderschöner, schattenspendender Garten mit sauberem Pool und bequemen Liegen; ausgezeichnetes Restaurant und sehr gutes, vielfältiges Frühstück; schön gestaltete...”
  • Otto
    Germany Germany
    “Überaus freundliche und zuvorkommende Gastgeber. Die Zufriedenheit der Gäste steht an erster Stelle. Erleichternd, dass Gastgeber deutsch sprechen. Familiäre Atmosphäre.”
  • Joachim
    Germany Germany
    “Sehr freundliches Personal. Bei Rico ist alles sehr familiär. Kommunikation in Deutsch und Englisch möglich. Das Frühstück und das abendliche Seafood-Dinner wirklich aussergewöhnlich gut. Die Lage hervorragend. Nur wenige Schritte zum Strand. Rico...”
  • Helga
    Austria Austria
    “Es war ein angenehmer Aufenthalt. Bereits vor 10 Jahren hat unsere Tochter dort übernachtet und die Betreuung ist noch immer gleich nett und zuvorkommend. Und jetzt gibt es einen schönen Pool und ein nettes Lokal.”
  • Sebastian
    Germany Germany
    “Sehr freundlicher Service, sauber, gutes Essen und super Lage zum Flughafen”

Managed by Rico Kurera

Company review score: 10Based on 11 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Hi! I am Ricoand I am here to assist you regarding any question about Sri lanka or about our Guest house, feel free to contact me. looking forward to hear from you!

Property information

Founded by Swiss national Ricardo Alberto Antonio Bellvila in 1986. Now manged by Christopher Dabarera and his family, is a small family atmospheric guest house situated just by the Waikkala beach.

Neighbourhood information

Wayikkal or Waikkala is a small village 9km away from Negombo city centre. Our property is situated among the west coastal region in Waikkala. In our location there are only few tourists at the beach it is not very crowded like the Negombo beach. This village used to be a fishing village many years ago but now most of the people are engaged in tourism. People are very friendly and they are very helpful.

Languages spoken

German,English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Italian • Seafood • Local • Asian • European
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

House rules

Rico Shadow Guest House & Restaurant takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 13:00
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free
4 years
Cot upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
US$15 per child, per night
5+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$15 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

A deposit via bank wire is required to secure your reservation. The property will contact you with instructions after booking.

As imposed by the government of Sri Lanka, along with this hotel booking, there are other requirements that need to be met in order for you to obtain the Visa to enter the country.

The property will assist you with all this information.

The details will be sent to you via a message post-reservation.

Disclaimer: Please note, classification of level-1 properties and the above information can change based on government regulation changes. Therefore, please ensure to refer to SLTDA protocols prior to making a reservation.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.