Lobster Inn is highly praised for its prime location just steps from the beach, making it ideal for beach vacations and diving holidays. Its close proximity to the ocean and variety of local restaurants, bars and shops adds immense convenience. The hotel's serene green garden and charming common areas further contribute to a peaceful retreat, complemented by spacious, clean and comfortably furnished rooms equipped with necessary amenities.
Guests frequently commend the friendly and helpful staff, particularly the owner Denis, who significantly enhances the dining experience by preparing tasty dinners and fostering a sense of community with evening meals. The presence of a well-equipped shared kitchen offers guests the flexibility to prepare their own meals, although some suggest an included breakfast would further improve the stay.
The cleanliness at Lobster Inn is often highlighted with spotless rooms and bathrooms as standard. However, occasional issues such as a dirty bathroom or room cleanliness concerns due to a hole in the mosquito net are mentioned but are rare exceptions. The WiFi is generally efficient, suitable for remote work, although signal strength may vary in remote rooms.
The garden setting and beach proximity are praised for adding to the overall charm and appeal of Lobster Inn. The establishment is also characterized by its attentive, professional staff who go above and beyond to assist guests, including organizing tours and providing local recommendations.
While the beds receive mixed feedback with some guests praising their comfort and others noting concerns about bed and bedding quality, the overall value for money and exceptional hospitality make Lobster Inn a recommended choice for travelers. The blend of cleanliness, cozy rooms, serene garden setting and friendly service make it a standout option for those seeking a pleasant and affordable beachside accommodation.
Categories
Cheap
This inn offers a budget-friendly stay near Uppuveli Beach. It provides essential facilities and services suitable for travelers seeking affordable accommodation.
Beach
3 Star
Honeymoon
Parking
Small
Yoga
Room Types
Double RoomThe double room's kitchen, which has a refrigerator, is available for cooking and storing food. The double room features a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Double Room with Garden View and AC The double room's kitchen, which features a refrigerator and a tea and coffee maker, is available for cooking and storing food. The double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Budget Double RoomThe double room's kitchen, which features a refrigerator, is available for cooking and storing food. The double room offers a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Double Room with Garden ViewThe double room's kitchen, which features a refrigerator, is available for cooking and storing food. The double room offers a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Double or Twin Room with Garden ViewThe twin/double room's kitchen, which has a refrigerator, is available for cooking and storing food. The twin/double room offers a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe Suite with Garden ViewFeaturing a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite is comprised of 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. The suite's kitchen, which has a refrigerator, is available for cooking and storing food. The suite features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a dining area as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Deluxe Double or Twin room with ACThe twin/double room's kitchen, which features a refrigerator and a tea and coffee maker, is available for cooking and storing food. The twin/double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Triple Room with Private BathroomThe triple room's kitchen, which has a refrigerator, is available for cooking and storing food. The triple room features a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 2 beds.
Family Room with BathroomThe family room's kitchen, which features a refrigerator, is available for cooking and storing food. The family room offers a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Guest Reviews
9.0
Excellent
Review Summaries
Location
Lobster Inn boasts a prime location just steps away from the beach, making it an ideal spot for a beach vacation or diving holiday. Guests consistently praise its proximity to the ocean with many highlighting that it's only a minute's walk to the sea. The location also provides easy access to a variety of restaurants, bars and shops, allowing visitors to enjoy local eateries and activities with minimal effort.
The hotel's setting includes a lovely green garden full of plants, offering a peaceful retreat away from the noise of the main road. The terrace views into the tropical garden further add to the serene atmosphere. Guests appreciate the clean and spacious rooms as well as the welcoming common areas.
The staff at Lobster Inn are frequently mentioned as being friendly and helpful, which enhances the overall stay. With great value for money and a perfect price/quality ratio, this charming hotel by the beach is an excellent choice for those looking to unwind and enjoy the natural beauty of the area.
Breakfast
Lobster Inn offers a delightful culinary experience with guests praising the delicious food available for both breakfast and dinner. While breakfast isn't included, guests appreciate the well-equipped shared kitchen with a large fridge, which allows them to prepare their own meals when they choose. This feature is especially beneficial for those who occasionally need a break from Sri Lankan cuisine. Some guests have mentioned the convenience of the community kitchen and noted its usefulness during their stay. However, a few guests suggested that having a breakfast option would enhance the overall experience. Despite this, visitors have enjoyed the location as a great spot for a beach holiday. There were some minor criticisms about the cleanliness of the kitchen, but overall, the combination of tasty food and a nice environment has left guests satisfied.
Dinner
Lobster Inn offers an exceptional dining experience with delicious food served for both breakfast and dinner. Guests consistently praise the super friendly owner, Denis, who not only prepares very tasty dinners but also invites guests and neighbors for evening meals, fostering a sense of community. The hotel's location is a notable advantage, being in close proximity to a variety of restaurants, bars and small shops, all within walking distance. Denis goes the extra mile by suggesting nearby dining options and assisting in organizing tours, such as trips to Pigeon Island, ensuring guests have a memorable stay.
Rooms
Lobster Inn offers a delightful stay with its excellent and comfortably furnished rooms. Guests will find the rooms spacious and clean, each equipped with necessary amenities. Many rooms come beautifully decorated and feature their own patios, providing a great spot to relax and enjoy the lush, well-maintained garden surroundings.
The accommodation is perfectly located, just a minute's walk from the beach, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking proximity to the sea. While some rooms lack air conditioning, the presence of fans and mosquito nets ensures a pleasant and restful stay. Comfort is consistently highlighted with users particularly appreciating the hot showers and cozy beds, although a few guests noted the mattresses could be thicker.
Overall, Lobster Inn is praised for offering great value for money with its clean organized and spacious rooms. The friendly and helpful staff further enhance the experience, making it a recommended choice for travelers seeking a comfortable and beachside lodging option.
Beds
The beds at Lobster Inn receive mixed feedback from guests. Some guests appreciate the presence of good and lovely beds, as well as comfortable and big beds in the rooms. However, many reviews highlight several concerns about the bedding. Complaints include musty-smelling bedding, rough sheets and a slightly hard mattress that creaked with movement. Some guests reported mattresses and bedding that were damp or emitted too much heat. Issues with bed cleanliness were also noted with one guest mentioning a bad rash and another questioning the cleanliness of the sheets. On a positive note, each room features its own porch that opens to a pleasant mini garden, adding a charming touch to the stay.
Cleanliness
"Lobster Inn stands out in terms of cleanliness, offering guests a spotless experience throughout their stay. Reviews highlight the rooms' pristine conditions with frequent mentions of very clean rooms and bathrooms. The accommodation as a whole, including common areas, receive high praise for their super cleanliness. Visitors are impressed by the exemplary level of upkeep, marking it as one of the cleanest places they have experienced.
The inn's gardens also garner admiration for their beauty and meticulous maintenance, adding to the overall charm of the property. Guests appreciate the large, spacious rooms, describing them as clean, comfortable and well-furnished. The friendly and helpful hosts further enhance the stay by ensuring everything is kept in pristine condition.
While the majority of feedback is overwhelmingly positive, there are occasional mentions of cleanliness issues, such as a dirty bathroom and a room not feeling clean due to a hole in the mosquito net and the presence of wildlife. However, these instances seem rare and do not outweigh the general consensus of the inn's high standards.
Situated close to the beach, the inn benefits from a quiet and convenient location, making it an appealing choice for travelers seeking a serene and clean retreat."
Staff
At the Lobster Inn, the hospitality is consistently praised by guests for its exceptional staff and management. Reviewers frequently highlight the manager and his team as amazing, friendly and highly helpful. Guests often find the owner to be welcoming, kind and eager to assist with any needs, including arranging transportation and activities or providing local recommendations. The staff are characterized as attentive, professional and always ready to help, creating a warm and accommodating atmosphere. Guests recount numerous instances where the host and family went above and beyond, such as inviting them for dinners or ensuring a seamless stay. Overall, the feedback underscores a genuine sense of care with the personnel going out of their way to ensure a pleasant and comfortable experience.
Wi-Fi
Guests generally found the WiFi at Lobster Inn to be satisfactory with several reviews highlighting good connectivity and it being suitable for remote work, achieving speeds over 30mbit/s. Many noted the WiFi as being the best they had encountered during their stay in Sri Lanka. However, there were mentions of weaker signals in remote rooms and occasional outages where WiFi and air conditioning would go down. Some reviews also pointed out limitations and instances of unreliable connectivity. Despite these occasional issues, the WiFi performance overall received positive feedback.
Beach
Lobster Inn boasts an enviable proximity to the beach, making it easy for guests to enjoy a beach vacation or diving holiday. The location is described as perfect with many reviews highlighting that it's only a minute's walk from the sea. Guests appreciate the short distance, often stating it's just a few meters or 100 meters away from the beautiful palm-fringed beach.
The serene setting is complemented by the quick access to the beach with some even mentioning they can hear the waves from their rooms. For those looking to explore local dining options, the beach and restaurants are only a 2-minute stroll away. The beach itself is noted for its beauty and tranquility, often being described as almost empty, adding to the relaxed atmosphere.
Accommodations at Lobster Inn are praised for their cleanliness, spaciousness and lovely garden settings. The helpful and friendly staff contribute to a pleasant stay with an added bonus of parking space for guests traveling by tuk-tuk. The seamless blend of convenience and natural beauty makes Lobster Inn an excellent choice for anyone looking to immerse themselves in a coastal retreat.
3 Star
Lobster Inn offers a superb experience for travelers seeking affordable yet high-quality accommodation. The value for money is exceptional, making it a highly recommended choice. Cleanliness is a standout feature with spotless sheets and towels ensuring a comfortable stay. Located conveniently, this simple and elegant hotel has everything needed for a pleasant visit. It is especially well-suited for solo travelers and those looking for a great price/performance ratio. Many guests, including experienced travelers, have praised Lobster Inn as one of the best and many express a strong intention to return.
FAQ
No, Lobster Inn doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Lobster Inn.
No, Lobster Inn doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Lobster Inn.
