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The Icebear Guesthouse

3.5 star property
Beachfront guesthouse with water park, near Negombo Beach

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Escape to The Icebear Guesthouse, where sun-kissed beaches and warm hospitality await. Unwind with a massage, enjoy a daily manager's reception on the beach bar terrace, and soak up some fun in the sun with volleyball games or lounging by the nearby outdoor pool.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool access
  • Water park
  • Breakfast available
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Waterslide

Feel at home (6)

  • Supervised childcare (free)
  • Playground on-site
  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is AU$66
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May

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Superior Studio Suite

Superior Studio Suite

  • Sea view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Double or Twin Room

Comfort Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Comfort Double or Twin Room

Comfort Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Deluxe Studio

Deluxe Studio

  • Sea view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Single Room

Basic Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Single Room

Comfort Single Room

  • Garden view
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Basic Apartment | Living area

Basic Apartment

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
95 Lewis Place, Negombo., -, Negombo, WP, LK11500

What's nearby

  • St. Sebastian's Church - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ave Maria Convent - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • St Anthony's Church - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • St.Mary's Church - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Negombo Beach Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 24 min drive
  • Railway Station Negombo - 22 min walk
  • Seeduwa - 25 min drive
  • Gampaha Railway Station - 35 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Sameeha Family Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Amra Leaf - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Al-Amra Hotel - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Zen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sea View Restaurent - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Icebear Guesthouse

  • At The Icebear Guesthouse, you can spend time at the beach enjoying beach umbrellas, yoga and volleyball, plus you'll only be within a 10-minute drive of Negombo Beach. The water park provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages. The coffee shop/cafe is a great spot for a bite to eat, and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a beach bar, a snack bar/deli and free bike rentals.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Free supervised childcare
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • On-site parking is limited
    • Street parking available
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–1:00 PM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Water park access (surcharge)
  • Playground
  • Free supervised childcare/activities
  • Children's games
  • Toys
  • Corner guards

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Beach yoga
  • Beach volleyball
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bike hire
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Mosquito nets
  • Water park access (surcharge)
  • Arcade/games room
  • Water slide
  • Lockers available
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils
  • Children's dinnerware
  • High chair
  • Paper towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 10 for adults and USD 5 to 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 4 per vehicle

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle service for children between the ages of 1 and 12 costs USD 2

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

The Icebear Guesthouse Negombo

The Icebear Guesthouse Guesthouse

The Icebear Guesthouse Guesthouse Negombo

Frequently asked questions

Does The Icebear Guesthouse offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Icebear Guesthouse does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Icebear Guesthouse?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Icebear Guesthouse?

Yes. Parking spaces may be limited.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Icebear Guesthouse?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 4 per vehicle.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Icebear Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Icebear Guesthouse and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as volleyball, beach yoga and cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities such as a water park, an arcade and a garden. The Icebear Guesthouse also has access to a nearby outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near The Icebear Guesthouse?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around The Icebear Guesthouse like?

The Icebear Guesthouse is a short 18-minute walk from Ave Maria Convent and 19 minutes' walk from Negombo Beach Park.

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Reviews

The Icebear Guesthouse Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property is nicely located directly on the beach with excellent views. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, first rate service. If you stay tell the General Manager Cristi, that I will be back soon to take him and his son out for Cheeseburgers and fries. If you meet the owner, give him a Chat he is a great guy.
Jeremy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ice cool.

Great place to stay, right on the beach but handy for other places such as restaurants. Relaxing with friendly and attentive staff.
George, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Quiet Negombo stay

Very good stay, staff and food were great, the room was fine but the bed could have been a little more comfy/bathroom was austere, so for a first spot after a long long flight the room could have been a little comfier in hindsight for our needs. Great courtyard, easy access to all of Negombo, quiet setting away from any crowds.
Chris, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Staff friendly and helpful, overall condition of bathroom was pretty poor though. Location is excellent right next to beach, and honestly for the price it’s still pretty competitive. There was quite a lot of bugs in the bathroom though, it was hard for me to look past that. Otherwise I enjoyed the stay in a good location. Bedsheets clean, normal room amenities like coffee/heater/tea.
Joseph, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The Icebear is truely unique. Fine rooms & Its set in a beautiful garden, the beach is right there, Christie & the staff are extremely helpful. You wont belive this place til you see it. It's like what you imagine hotels were like in the olden days, that being filled with character. A joy to stay, relax, unwind, & reflect on a wonderful holiday.
michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, warm, clean

Great greating by the friendly staff of this guesthouse even if I arrived late. They couldn't find my reservation but found me an available room. Nice clean spacious room. The window had a view to a wall in little hallway. Had a good meal at the resto on the porch. Nicely located ditectly on beach. Very nice outdoor space bohemian syle with lots of sitting area.
Nathalie, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Room not ready, A/C didn't work. We didn't stay.

The air conditioning for our allocated room had failed. We were offered 2 noisy alternatives off-site. With apologies all round we took our bags without checking in and went to a hotel found by our driver. There the air conditioning in the quiet clean onsite room worked and we checked in there instead.
T, 1-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

We stayed for one night. The staff were very warm and welcoming. The restaurant food was a good quality. We booked the apartment as we needed the separate beds for children. The apartment is not actually faced into the interior garden, it is accessed from the road at the front. The apartment photos are not representative of the reality. The kitchen was scruffy and not very well maintained. The apartment doesn't have "proper" AC but a noisy stand alone unit that didn't really keep the rooms cool. The courtyard garden is a really nice place to sit and relax so it's a shame the apartment is not really part of the whole vibe.
Keith, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely gardens and beachfront: a great combination

My husband and I spent our last night in Sri Lanka at the Ice Bear. Because it is low season we were the only guests in the house and we got a free upgrade which we much appreciated. The service was great. The room was nice. The shower in the bathroom has an open ceiling and the floor was wet when it rained. To be more eco friendly, the rooms could have screens in the windows and fans so that the AC can be spared. The guesthouse takes only cash as payment. This was a surprise when we checked out but luckily we had just enough cash to cover the bill. We loved the gardens and the quiet atmosphere.
Sonia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

See previous review
Jeremy, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

This place should be removed from Expedia as an option to choose from. We had several COCKROACHES in the kitchen, living room, etc. in fact, they left a bottle of RAID on the kitchen counter. Absolutely disgusting! We could get out of there fast enough. A door to the outside wasn’t even the size of the door frame and had about a 3 inch opening for critters to just get in. No air conditioning either. All around horrid!
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean room and staff was kindly
WATARI, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Det är ett speciellt hotell. Ett bekvämt men enkelt ställe. Bra mat. Personalen är mycket hjälpsamma.
Sillapachai, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Fint läge vid stranden, jätte trevlig personal!
Eva, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Freundliches, zuvorkommendes und unkompliziertes junges Personal. Die Rezeption war für alle Fragen offen und suchte, wenn sie nicht direkt Antworten konnten, nach Antworten! Die Anlage und das Zimmer waren sauber, alles war Vorhanden. Das Zimmer war zweckmässig eingerichtet. Das moderne Bad komplett ausgerüstet. Der Manager sprach Deutsch und pflegte mit dem Personal einen liebenswürdigen Umgang.
Schöne, ruhige und zentrale Lage, direkt am Meer gelegene
Wunderbare Atmosphäre
Stimmungsvoll
Feines Essen, flexible Küche
Max Kurt, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Très agréable guesthouse sur la plage

Ce petit hôtel (une dizaine de chambres) est idéalement situé sur la plage de Negombo (moins d'une demi heure). Personnel agréable et serviable, joli jardin en bordure de plage, petite carte au restaurant mais tout est bien cuisiné et savoureux. Notre chambre était spacieuse, propre et bien décorée. En revanche, juste 2 serviettes de toilette de couleur, une savonnette et un tapis de bain ayant connu des jours meilleurs étaient à notre disposition. Cela dit, je recommande cet établissement.
Marie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place

A fantastic place with the most beautiful garden. Great food and all of the staff ever so friendly. The best place to stay when just arrived from the airport or ready to leave Sri Lanka. I highly recommend it
Niels Laessoe, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nostalgie. leuke inrichting en prachtige tuin. gelegen aan de indische oceaan. geen luxe voorzieningen maar een unieke sfeer. Zeer toegangelijke staf en managment. We voelden ons er goed thuis. muggen af en toe lastig maar een goede antispray helpt. Ondanks de muggen voor herhaling vatbaar. we hebben er een goed gevoel en tevredenheid aan overgehouden
10-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Julien, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Adam, 2-night trip