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Hotel Shanelo

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast with a full-service spa, a quick walk to Negombo Beach Park

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Deluxe Twin Room | Beach/ocean view
Deluxe Twin Room | Balcony
Deluxe Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Reception
Hotel Shanelo sits near Negombo Beach and St Anthony's Church, offering international dining at its restaurant. Guests can relax with hot stone massages or Ayurvedic treatments at the spa, with convenient access to 5 beach bars in the area.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Kitchen
  • Room service

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Garden View | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Triple Room, 1 Bedroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
78/11, Poruthota Road, Eththukala, Negombo, 11500

What's nearby

  • Negombo Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Negombo Beach Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • St Anthony's Church - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • St.Mary's Church - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Negombo Fish Market - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Railway Station Negombo - 6 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jetwing Blue - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Goldi Sands - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪King Coconut Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jude Place Rooms & Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Koko Beach Club - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Shanelo

Bed & breakfast near Negombo Beach Park
Located close to Negombo Beach and St Anthony's Church, Hotel Shanelo provides free airport pick-up, 5 beach bars, and a free grocery shopping service. Treat yourself to Ayurvedic treatments or a deep-tissue massage at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the on-site international cuisine restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a terrace and a garden.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Outdoor pool access nearby
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a front-desk safe
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and massage treatment rooms
  • A 24-hour front desk and ATM/banking services
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Shanelo include perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free internet and room service.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Communal kitchens, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 1 per stay); free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free airport pick-up shuttle on request
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 6 per person
  • 5 beach bars
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Room service
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Airport shuttle transfer per child: USD 5 (one-way), from 12 to 18 years old

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 6 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 1 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Kitchen/kitchenette fee: USD 10 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Hotel Shanelo Eththukala
Shanelo Eththukala
Hotel Shanelo Negombo
Shanelo Negombo
Shanelo
Hotel Shanelo Negombo
Hotel Shanelo Bed & breakfast
Hotel Shanelo Bed & breakfast Negombo

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Shanelo have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

Is Hotel Shanelo pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Shanelo?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Hotel Shanelo?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hotel Shanelo?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Hotel Shanelo provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request.

Where is Hotel Shanelo located?

Located in the heart of Negombo, this spa bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Negombo Beach Park and Negombo Beach. St Anthony's Church and St. Sebastian's Church are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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