"The property itself is beautiful but the hosts made it for us."
Michael from United Kingdom
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"We stayed only one night, coming directly from the airport."
Kika from France
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"The room is very clean and with good view."
Gaby from Hong Kong
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Villa Taprobane - A friendly guesthouse with a garden in Negombo, 12 minutes from Poruthota Beach
Accommodations & Rooms
Villa Taprobane offers Deluxe Triple Rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden views. Each room is air-conditioned and includes a mosquito net. The open-air bathrooms in some rooms let guests hear the sounds of the garden while showering.
Amenities & Services
Free bicycles let guests explore the quiet neighborhood and reach Poruthota Beach in a 12-minute walk. The property has a shared kitchen, barbecue facilities, and a garden with outdoor furniture. Guests can arrange paid airport shuttles, car hire, and laundry services through the 24-hour front desk.
Dining & Breakfast
Breakfast is prepared fresh each morning and includes local specialties such as coconut roti, fresh fruit, coconut milk rice, and eggs from the free-roaming chickens on the property. Special diet menus are available on request. Guests can also order a packed lunch for early departures.
Activities & Experiences
On-site cooking classes offer a chance to learn local recipes. Guests can use the free bicycles to reach the nearby lagoon or Negombo beach. Diving and fishing are available at Poruthota Beach, a 12-minute walk away.
Location & Transfers
Villa Taprobane is located in a quiet, green neighborhood 4.3 km from St Anthony's Church. Bandaranaike International Airport is 16 km away, with a paid airport shuttle available. Free private parking is available nearby for guests arriving by tuk-tuk or car.
Highlights
Accommodations: Deluxe Triple Rooms with balcony & garden views
Dining: Homemade breakfast with eggs from free-roaming chickens
“Villa Taprobane stands out for its personalized approach, with owners who clearly aim to create memorable experiences, plus the draw of on-site cooking classes is a welcome change from typical hotel offerings. I especially like the complimentary bicycles, ideal for exploring Negombo, while the availability of water sports appeals to active guests. A genuinely thoughtful, family-friendly choice.”
Grace WhitmanContent & Editorial Director at Familyhotels
Choose from a variety of room types
Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included
Standard Triple Room
2 persons
130 sq. feet
3 Single beds
Shower
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Deluxe Triple Room Private Bathroom & Balcony
2 persons
110 sq. feet
1 Double bed and 1 Single bed
Air conditioning
Balcony
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Deluxe Triple Room Private Bathroom
2 persons
195 sq. feet
1 Queen-size bed and 1 Single bed
Air conditioning
Shower
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