"I recently stayed at Amari Colombo in Colombo, and overall I had a wonderful experience.
I was especially impressed with Nishel. Despite his young age, he was extremely professional, respectful, and attentive to our needs. He immediately helped us find the most suitable room for our stay and handled everything efficiently. Upekha was also very helpful and kind throughout our visit, always ready to assist with a smile.
The only negative point was the early check-in policy. We arrived around 5:00 a.m. and were asked to pay an additional $150, which felt quite expensive and significantly higher than the average nightly rate listed on various booking platforms.
Other than that, everything was excellent. The view was stunning, the rooms were spotless, and the breakfast was rich and delicious, offering many options from both local and international cuisine.
I would definitely choose to stay here again. Thank you for the warm hospitality!"
"Visited Colombo during off-peak season so we managed to visit the city with less crowd. Views from any sea-facing room is incredible for its price - slight blocking with 2 towers in front but you can get a better unblocked view if you go for Premium tier rooms. I have to commend reception staff Anjala, who managed upsell me a Premium Seaview Room from a Superior Seaview Room. He took the time to explain the differences between each tier, accommodated to my budget constraints, and brought me to each room (empty ones of course) for a viewing before committing to an upgrade. After hearing that I was there on honeymoon (my husband would only arrive later), he relayed that to the rest of the team who took care of us wonderfully throughout our 4-day stay. Overall, room is clean and roomy, perfect for business calls with fast and reliable in-room wifi. Only downside is their TV doesn't have Netflix or Airplay, only Miracast for Android/Windows users. Tip for travellers: tell your driver this used to be Movenpick hotel - they will know where to drop you off."
"The hotel is at a good location linked to one of the shopping malls,which is convenient to shop,and also walking distance to one of the tourist attractions of the Buddhist temple. The room was average as there is no shower screen which make the whole bathroom wet, especially people who are not happy with such designs and may distort the experience and one part the room service staff forgot to replenish the shampoo and conditioner when we checked in.
However we informed the office desk and immediately they sent the necessary, however overall the experience was pleasant."
"I recently stayed at Anarva Hotel and had an absolutely wonderful experience. From the moment I arrived, the staff went out of their way to ensure I felt welcome and comfortable. The rooms were modern, spacious, and impeccably clean, with beautiful decor that added to the relaxing atmosphere. The amenities, especially the spa and pool area, were top-notch, providing the perfect place to unwind.
The hotel’s location was ideal, offering easy access to nearby attractions, yet tucked away enough to feel peaceful and private. I also have to mention the dining experience—delicious food with a great variety of local and international options. Every meal was a treat!
Overall, Anarva Hotel exceeded my expectations in every way. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a luxurious and memorable stay. I will definitely be returning on my next visit!"
"Unfortunately the booking details that you provided were incorrect for the checkin and checkout times which meant we had to alter our plans. Also the listed amenities was not accurate. I wouldn’t agree that this is anywhere near a 5star hotel"
"Excellent little French hideout in the middle of Colombo. Friendly owners and staff, delicious French breakfast, and a wonderfully designed room made the stay one of the best ones we've had in Sri Lanka."