The location is amazing, right on the lagoon. You can see the local fisherman every day :). The hotel manager and the staff were super friendly and helpful. They organized for us great sunset boat safary with one local fisherman. The room was spacious, incredibly decorated and the bathroom was just wow!

I think this is by far the highest review I've ever left for a property in my 10 years of traveling! Staying at 33 Lake terrace was a true experience rather than just another hotel stay. It's ideal if you're looking for a relaxing getaway to disconnect from the hustle bustle of touristy areas. Hikkaduwa beach area is 10min by car if you want to go there but we opted to stay the 2 days at the hotel! Location: It's situated in the middle of the lush jungle overlooking Hikkaduwa lake. It's a bit secluded but this is way this property is special! you get immersed in the nature around you away from people and disturbance. We stayed in the room on the ground floor and the view was just marvelous! Room and amenities: Room is spacious and has everything you need. Super comfy bed, seating area, a small lounger on the terrace. The bathroom is really something else! Ver Bali style bathroom with a bathtub in the middle and glass ceiling for natural light to come in. We just loved it! The infinity pool is very nice! Staff: For me this was the highlight of the place! Mr. Panduka, the property manager took very good care of us. He's such a kind, humble and generous person! We had such interesting conversations with him! He's a hospitality expert with passion about tourism and gave us many good tips about places to visit in Srilanka. He and the full staff made sure to offer a personalized service with superb attention to details. Food: The chef asks you ahead of time about the meal you'd like to have. Every single meal we had was really exceptional! Lake tour: the hotel offers a very nice lake tour on a traditional raft with one stop to see the cinnamon fields and a small view point. We also saw many birds around the lake. Very nice relaxing tour. I want to thank mr. Panduka again for his kindness and generosity. I definitely recommend this place and cannor wait to visit again!

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Very cozy and calm place. New hotel. Design is stunning, Service is perfect. Hospitality is on the highest level.

We honestly could not have been treated better. The staff were INCREDIBLE! From the amazing meals cooked by the in-house chef to dining under the stars, surrounded by candlelight, it truly was bliss. We’d definitely recommend the seafood platter - it was the best thing we ate all holiday (and we ate a LOT!). The finishing touches in the rooms were also great, you can tell the owners have style.

There wasn’t loads to do in the local area but, with a hotel this good, it wasn’t a problem. They also arranged a fishing boat trip for us which was fantastic.

33 Lake Terrace is perfect. The pictures don’t do this place justice. It is peaceful, tranquil and a perfect paradise. The scenery and views are breath taking. The hotel has amazing decor and a lot of thought has been put in to the designs of the bedrooms. The staff were lovely and so helpful - nothing was too much effort for them. This is one of the nicest places we have ever stayed. we can not recommend this place enough and did not want to leave. It is a great location as it is a 15 minute walk to the beach and 5 minute tuk tuk ride. The best place in Hikkaduwa to stay!

Nothing - it’s amazing!

We had the most fantastic three nights at 33 Lake Terrace. The manager and staff is super welcoming and friendly, and the manager gave us a lot of great tips on places and things to see in Sri Lanka. The manager has worked as a tour guide in Sri Lanka for many years before becoming a manager. He also speaks perfect English. The property is beautiful and so peaceful right by the lake, with a lovely swimming pool. The whole hotel and the rooms are beautifully designed. We did an afternoon catamaran canoe trip on the lake with a local fisherman and the manager as our guide. It was great fun. The food is also amazing and the best we had in Sri Lanka! The chef is a world-star chef who has worked at several of the biggest luxury hotels in Dubai and has won the world championship. We will definitely come back to 33 Lake Terrace.

Nothing, everything was perfect!

stunning property & views - the room was the best I’ve stayed in in Sri Lanka staff were INCREDIBLE (shout out to Panduka, you are a credit to the hotel), they truly made our stay memorable quiet, peaceful location river deck dinner under the stars for our honeymoon was the highlight :-)

there is nothing I didn’t like - it was beautiful! only things I can possibly think of about is giving an option at breakfast time, and improving the Wi-Fi slightly as it was slow - but hey everyone needs a digital detox :-)

33 Lake Terrace is an absolutely stunning property, from the moment you walk in you know that you are in a very special place. Panduka and his team are so friendly and attentive, the food is incredible and to dine under the stars by the lake is just magical.

The property could not be faulted in any way.

The friendly and attentive staff, superb food (seriously seriously amazing Sri Lankan food, just tell the chef what sort of thing you fancy and leave it up to him), wonderful views and tranquil atmosphere. Very fun boat trip to a local cinnamon plantation with a local fisherman and hotel staff.

Nothing - it was all perfect

The service and the management staff was excellent. The chef is great and cooks delicious meals whether Srilankan, English or Pan Asian. The chef will also keep your preferences in mind. Our favorite part was that you can have breakfast any time you please, even at 1:00 p.m. The location is ideal, set on a beautiful lake. The atmosphere is extremely relaxing and romantic. Its is the perfect place to unwind after city activities, clubs and water sports. Honestly we stayed at Amari, Marino Beach and Fox Kandy all are 5 start resorts but this was our best stay overall. The rooms are designed asthetically and every room has a unique theme. This is truly a 5 star hotel but with a family environment . Everyone is very kind and generous . They wil ask you multiple times if you need anything - and provide a prompt service . This place was the best part of our trip. I've been to Sri Lanka twice but I haven't met any match when it comes to the hospitality of this place.

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the service the workers are so friendly, nice and always there for you the food is great the river view, very relaxing place also i loved the interior design of room and how clean they are the beach near by

you need a motor bike or tok tok to reach the beach

Brilliant stay, food and breakfast was great, pool clean and beautiful and the staff was amazing! We really enjoyed our stay in a calm and realaxing atmosphere.

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It was in a truly beautiful location. The staff were so kind and attentive and made you feel like part of the family. The food was amazing too