Situated by the ocean, Blue Waters by Serendib is a great choice for a stay in Salima. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after having fun at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
50 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
WiFi in public areas*
WiFi in rooms*
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
On a private beach
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Beach umbrellas
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Mosquito nets
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Slippers
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Freshen up
Separate bath and shower
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
WiFi (surcharge)
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
WiFi is available in guest rooms for USD 15 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
WiFi is available in public areas for USD 15.00 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 100 per vehicle (one way)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Blue Waters Serendib Salima
Blue Waters Serendib
Blue Waters by Serendib Lodge
Blue Waters by Serendib Salima
Blue Waters by Serendib Lodge Salima
Frequently asked questions
Does Blue Waters by Serendib offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Blue Waters by Serendib does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Blue Waters by Serendib?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Blue Waters by Serendib?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Blue Waters by Serendib?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Blue Waters by Serendib?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 100 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Blue Waters by Serendib?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Blue Waters by Serendib and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and snorkelling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a private beach and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Blue Waters by Serendib?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
Blue Waters by Serendib Reviews
Reviews
7.0
Good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
4.0/10
Amenities
6.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
7 Nov 2023
A little dated and old
Stayed here for one night , it was hot season and the rooms were very stuffy air con was effective and room was tired with old windows and broken toilet and sink.
Staff were extremely helpful and made up for the difference.
Nadia
Nadia, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
15 Jul 2023
No comment
Fatuma
Fatuma, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
6 Mar 2022
It was amazing and thr place is clean and welcomi
DANIEL
DANIEL, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Dec 2021
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
7 Nov 2021
Beautiful setting on the beach, but the property is a little hard to get to if you miss the sing on the main road. Best case is that the last 1km is a dirt road- easy in my four wheel drive, but in a sedan you probably have to go very slowly. A few people used the pool and the lake, but time you lake visit carefully around the goats and cattle herded across the beach- friendly staff and this place had a very local crowd when I stayed
david
david, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Feb 2021
Beautiful Getaway
Really enjoyed our stay with Blue Water. The beach is privately situated and our kids loved the pool.
David
David, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
28 Dec 2020
Yobu
Yobu, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
4 Jan 2020
Friendly staff but limited menu, very bad internet (then completely off after heavy rain), not too good service in terms of response. Location is good. Activities not as great. Overall, we enjoyed the stay, the rooms were spacious - the mattress was bad (dipped in the middle) and the roof leaked through the lights fixture (and other places) during heavy rains. I definitely do NOT regret going, it was a good experience but would not go back.
Verified traveller
4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
21 Jul 2019
Verified traveller
3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
26 Apr 2019
Disappointing
The rooms were OK but the maintenance was not good, for example, the lock on the door was installed backwards and the lock hardly connected with the door frame. The door was also not a proper fit with space around the edge of the door and the frame where persons could look in if they wanted.
The inlet on the lake which fronted the property was polluted and there even appeared to be sewage overflow from the next property into the inlet. A health hazard. There were no warning signs present by the water but in fact peddle boats, etc.
The two positive spots were the friendly staff and the good Indian food.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Mar 2019
Loved the experience
Friendly people/staff, going an extra- mile to help & make the stay pleasant
Mashegwane Patrick
Mashegwane Patrick, 7-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
16 Dec 2018
Over rated
Clearly over rated, is not worth the price.
Amazing landscape. Beautiful amenities. Room is spacious but bad quality construction in general - facilities work sometimes (AC, TV), WiFi is acceptable when it's working.
Bad food in the restaurant. Very nice staff despite the clear lack of preparation.
Manuel
Manuel, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Nov 2018
Superb ambiance
It was awesome! Enjoyed my stay
SAVESH
SAVESH, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
30 Jun 2017
Bring your cash
Staff were wonderful. Very friendly and accommodating. Beds were very hard. It felt like we were sleeping on box springs with no mattress. Wifi spotty. Food very good. Beware - credit card machine never works. Be prepared to pay entire cost with cash.
KATHRYN
KATHRYN, 5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
30 Mar 2017
Friendly staff, but old buildings and overpriced
Overall, this hotel was overpriced for the quality it provided.
The staff were friendly, but the rooms and buildings were very tired and in need of renovation and my room overlooked a dilapidated courtyard.. The wifi was not strong enough to extend to the bedrooms, but was only in the main building, and there were only 2 TV channels (no news).
The staff also had problems dealing with the pre-paid booking from Hotels.com and asked me to pay again when I checked out - this took almost half an hour to resolve, and almost maid me and my colleagues late for our morning meetings.