Casa Smeralda

We stayed at Casa Smeralda recently, and while the room and amenities were decent, we had a few concerns that we feel need attention — especially around transparency and quality. Being locals, we were unexpectedly charged the foreigner rate, with no prior notice or communication. We believe this should have been clearly informed at the time of booking. Only two 500ml water bottles were provided for two guests from 3 PM to 12 PM the next day. When we requested more, we were charged LKR 640 per bottle, which felt unreasonable. We also ordered hoppers, which were sourced from outside, but billed under the hotel’s name at a very high price. The food was not tasty, and no official bill or details were provided. For just string hoppers, kiri hodi, and pol sambol, we were charged LKR 2,800 — a price that does not reflect the quality or quantity received. Even a single cup of tea was charged at LKR 640. We also noticed the pool was not clean, which was disappointing. While the room was clean and comfortable, a full-length mirror was missing, which would be helpful for guests. To be clear: price is not the issue for us — but quality and transparency always matter. This review is shared in good faith, not to harm the hotel’s image, but to offer honest feedback so improvements can be made. Thank you for the service provided.

Misleading Photos, Unfair Charges, and Poor Service Our stay at Casa Smeralda was highly disappointing. While the hotel appears attractive in photos, the reality doesn’t match. The pool looked much larger online, but in person, it was quite small — clearly a case of misleading marketing. The rooms were not up to standard, with minimal amenities. There was no cream or milk for tea, and even water bottles came with an extra charge, which is unacceptable for the price point. On top of that, we noticed that locals were being charged inflated “foreigner” rates, which felt discriminatory and unfair. What could have been a relaxing experience turned frustrating. Would not recommend this property ⚠️

A very nice Villa. Ideal for a large family. We were a family of 12. The accommodation is very clean. Asher and his team do a fantastic job of running this place n the restaurant . Loved the food. Amazing beach front ,clean ,safe with surfing right on this beach.

We spent a few nights at Casa Smeralda and had an unforgettable experience. From the warm welcome to the impeccably clean, comfortable rooms with a terrace so close to the ocean that you could almost dip your feet in, everything was simply perfect. The breakfast, authentic pizzas, and other dishes were absolutely delicious, and the staff went above and beyond to ensure a wonderful stay. The swimming pool was well-maintained and of a comfortable size, while the free, secure parking was a great convenience. Nestled in the serene bay of Dickwella, the location is stunning—peaceful and uncrowded—yet just five minutes from the vibrant Hiriketiya Beach. A special thank you to Mr. Chaminda (Manager) and his exceptional team for their hospitality. Having stayed in several places in the area, we can confidently say that our experience at Casa Smeralda was one of the best. We’ll definitely be back soon!

Großartiges Hotel mit schönem Garten und traumhaftem Zugang zum Meer. Strand war ganz ruhig gelegen und bietet großartigen Raum zum abschalten. Die Mitarbeiter waren sehr zuvorkommend und professionell, - nochmal danke an Nathas und Sanju! Die Pizza, die man in der Hauseigenen Pizzeria bekommen kann ist Weltklasse :) Sehr zu empfehlen.