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The Icebear Guesthouse

3.5 star property
Beachfront guesthouse for sun and fun

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Property grounds
Comfort Double or Twin Room
Comfort Double or Twin Room
Comfort Double or Twin Room
Reception

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$74
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug

Explore the area

Map
95 Lewis Place, Negombo., -, Negombo, WP, LK11500
  • Negombo Fish Market
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Negombo Beach Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Negombo Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Double or Twin Room

Comfort Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Double or Twin Room

Comfort Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Comfort Single Room

Comfort Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Superior Studio Suite

Superior Studio Suite

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
  • 39 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Studio

Deluxe Studio

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 31 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Single Room

Basic Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Basic Apartment | Living area

Basic Apartment

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
3 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Single Beds

About the area

Negombo

A family-friendly stay in Negombo awaits you at The Icebear Guesthouse. Within a 20-minute stroll, you'll find Negombo Beach Park and St. Sebastian's Church. Highlights at this beachfront guest house include a water park, a restaurant and a beach bar. .For a drink, you can stop by the guest house's own lounge bar. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site waterslide and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Near this 3.5-property class Negombo guest house, you'll find Negombo Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Ave Maria Convent - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • St.Mary's Church - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Negombo Fish Market - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Negombo Beach Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Negombo Beach - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Railway Station Negombo - 3 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sameeha Family Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪See Lounge - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Grand - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Zen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Leonardo By Bella Vita - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Icebear Guesthouse

Beachfront guesthouse for sun and fun
Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as umbrellas and sunloungers. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at The Icebear Guesthouse such as a water park (surcharge) and complimentary bicycles.

A free manager's reception is offered daily. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach guest house also offers a garden and a terrace. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

This 3.5-star Negombo guest house is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
The Icebear Guesthouse offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Negombo guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, German

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5 to 10 for adults and USD 5 to 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground
  • Water park
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Highchair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water park (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 10 for adults and USD 5 to 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 4 per vehicle
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 2 (from 1 to 12 years old)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Icebear Guesthouse Negombo
The Icebear Guesthouse Guesthouse
The Icebear Guesthouse Guesthouse Negombo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Icebear Guesthouse?

The Icebear Guesthouse offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Icebear Guesthouse?

As of 31 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Icebear Guesthouse on 2 Aug 2025 start from AU$73.69, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Icebear Guesthouse?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Icebear Guesthouse?

The closest beach to The Icebear Guesthouse is Negombo Beach (1.7 km).

Does The Icebear Guesthouse have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

What makes The Icebear Guesthouse a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a champagne service, as well as rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Icebear Guesthouse.

Is The Icebear Guesthouse family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as free supervised childcare and a playground, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Icebear Guesthouse is a hit with families.

Does The Icebear Guesthouse serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Icebear Guesthouse?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Icebear Guesthouse?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Icebear Guesthouse?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Icebear Guesthouse?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Icebear Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 12 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jodie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place should be removed from Expedia as an option to choose from. We had several COCKROACHES in the kitchen, living room, etc. in fact, they left a bottle of RAID on the kitchen counter. Absolutely disgusting! We could get out of there fast enough. A door to the outside wasn’t even the size of the door frame and had about a 3 inch opening for critters to just get in. No air conditioning either. All around horrid!

4/10 Poor

Keith

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We stayed for one night. The staff were very warm and welcoming. The restaurant food was a good quality. We booked the apartment as we needed the separate beds for children. The apartment is not actually faced into the interior garden, it is accessed from the road at the front. The apartment photos are not representative of the reality. The kitchen was scruffy and not very well maintained. The apartment doesn't have "proper" AC but a noisy stand alone unit that didn't really keep the rooms cool. The courtyard garden is a really nice place to sit and relax so it's a shame the apartment is not really part of the whole vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet Negombo stay

Very good stay, staff and food were great, the room was fine but the bed could have been a little more comfy/bathroom was austere, so for a first spot after a long long flight the room could have been a little comfier in hindsight for our needs. Great courtyard, easy access to all of Negombo, quiet setting away from any crowds.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly, warm, clean

Great greating by the friendly staff of this guesthouse even if I arrived late. They couldn't find my reservation but found me an available room. Nice clean spacious room. The window had a view to a wall in little hallway. Had a good meal at the resto on the porch. Nicely located ditectly on beach. Very nice outdoor space bohemian syle with lots of sitting area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Icebear is truely unique. Fine rooms & Its set in a beautiful garden, the beach is right there, Christie & the staff are extremely helpful. You wont belive this place til you see it. It's like what you imagine hotels were like in the olden days, that being filled with character. A joy to stay, relax, unwind, & reflect on a wonderful holiday.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

T

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Room not ready, A/C didn't work. We didn't stay.

The air conditioning for our allocated room had failed. We were offered 2 noisy alternatives off-site. With apologies all round we took our bags without checking in and went to a hotel found by our driver. There the air conditioning in the quiet clean onsite room worked and we checked in there instead.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Ice cool.

Great place to stay, right on the beach but handy for other places such as restaurants. Relaxing with friendly and attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely gardens and beachfront: a great combination

My husband and I spent our last night in Sri Lanka at the Ice Bear. Because it is low season we were the only guests in the house and we got a free upgrade which we much appreciated. The service was great. The room was nice. The shower in the bathroom has an open ceiling and the floor was wet when it rained. To be more eco friendly, the rooms could have screens in the windows and fans so that the AC can be spared. The guesthouse takes only cash as payment. This was a surprise when we checked out but luckily we had just enough cash to cover the bill. We loved the gardens and the quiet atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Très agréable guesthouse sur la plage

Ce petit hôtel (une dizaine de chambres) est idéalement situé sur la plage de Negombo (moins d'une demi heure). Personnel agréable et serviable, joli jardin en bordure de plage, petite carte au restaurant mais tout est bien cuisiné et savoureux. Notre chambre était spacieuse, propre et bien décorée. En revanche, juste 2 serviettes de toilette de couleur, une savonnette et un tapis de bain ayant connu des jours meilleurs étaient à notre disposition. Cela dit, je recommande cet établissement.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niels Laessoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

A fantastic place with the most beautiful garden. Great food and all of the staff ever so friendly. The best place to stay when just arrived from the airport or ready to leave Sri Lanka. I highly recommend it
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nostalgie. leuke inrichting en prachtige tuin. gelegen aan de indische oceaan. geen luxe voorzieningen maar een unieke sfeer. Zeer toegangelijke staf en managment. We voelden ons er goed thuis. muggen af en toe lastig maar een goede antispray helpt. Ondanks de muggen voor herhaling vatbaar. we hebben er een goed gevoel en tevredenheid aan overgehouden
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2020