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Ziegler Cottage

4.5 star property

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Located close to Dutch Fort and Negombo Fish Market, Ziegler Cottage provides an attached winery, a bowling alley, and a free grocery shopping service. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and sun loungers. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy onsite activities like ecotours, beach yoga, and motor boating. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), is available to all guests, along with a free daily manager's reception and a terrace.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NT$877
NT$1,138 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
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About this property

Ziegler Cottage

  • Luxury family-friendly hotel renovated in 2022 and located near Negombo Fish Market
  • Located close to Dutch Fort and St.Mary's Church, Ziegler Cottage provides an attached winery, a bowling alley, and a free grocery shopping service. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and sun loungers. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy onsite activities like ecotours, beach yoga, and motor boating. In addition to a free daily manager's reception and a terrace, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
  • Additional perks include:
    • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with free cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking and valet parking
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a safari
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
    • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
    • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate dining areas

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 12

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 5.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 7 for adults and USD 3 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 5.0 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
24-hour pool access
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Ziegler Cottage have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

How much does it cost to stay at Ziegler Cottage?

As of 2026/5/22, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ziegler Cottage on 2026/6/2 start from NT$877, excluding 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 Ziegler Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ziegler Cottage?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Ziegler Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Ziegler Cottage provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 20 per vehicle applies.

Where is Ziegler Cottage located?

Located in Dungalpitiya, this beachfront hotel is in the entertainment district and within 9 mi (15 km) of Negombo Fish Market, St.Mary's Church, and Dutch Fort. Ave Maria Convent and St. Sebastian's Church are also within 9 mi (15 km). Seeduwa is 27 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.8

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 83 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Good breakfast. Cute pool aerea.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mahshad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nice but there is a lie here It is not a 4 or 5 start hotel it is i guess 2 or 3 stars But the staff were very helpful and nice Breakfast was really good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lavinia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean, friendly and detail oriented. Very nice room and bathroom (room 26). Great location if you appreciate some quiet time and pool or beach time. They waited for us with welcome drinks in the middle of the night and we had a fantastic view from our room. Improvement points: a better bed and better food (the chicken dish l had at lunch had more smashed bones in it than meat).
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice clean room with good AC. Staff is very friendly and ready to make your stay good. Nice garden with pool and access to the beach. Area is
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice place, close to the beach and also convenient to the airport
Verified

8/10 Good

Majken Hauge

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

Amazing stay at Ziegler Cottage

Nice stay. Very affordable, great pool and location on the beach. Breakfast was great and the views from our room was splendid as well. I give it 4 stars because the staff was really bad at washing our clothes so do that somewhere else. Otherwise great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

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

Nice guesthouse, remote

Very cute little guesthouse. Note that it is in the middle of nowhere, so if you want to explore it's not very convenient. Also you are basically bound to the hotel restaurant, which is decent but not fancy. But the rooms and pool area are nice, with an exit onto the beach. Super good value for a getaway when you truly just want to relax :)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

A truely wonderful stay

Our stay at Ziegler Cottage was truely remarkable. It can only be described as a little piece of paradise. A truely beautiful place where I could relax in a way I haven't for years & as a result I think I healed. The spectacular garden backs onto the beach & we saw the most incredible sunsets. The staff were amazing & they looked after us in a way I've never experienced.We felt like royalty. A really incredible place & a remarkable experience. I don't know what led me there but I'm so grateful the path did.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maimie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great to get away from the hustle & bustle of the city and retreat to nature in a beautiful setting. This is what Nature’s Nest offers. The staff is really exceptional and knowledgeable on the animals, birds, area. The activities offered are varied with many options available. The meals were delicious with lots of variety. Kudos to the chef and his team. Definitely recommend Nature’s Nest.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hideki

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aurora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff really made this stay special. They made you feel like family and every detail was taken care of. The view is wonderful and the food in the restaurant made fresh. Great Value for money. It is a wonderful place to start and finish your holiday!!
Sri Lankan Curry
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place for a couple days
Verified

8/10 Good

Andreia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
It was an enjoyable stay. The pool is really nice and the sea is close, although it is not possible to swim there. The place is a bit run down, but I think the price paid was fair. The staff are really really nice, with Lucky helping us and booking for us a couple of day trips. I did also enjoy the food, which had that homemade taste which was welcome after eating out so much while on holiday. I would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Nick

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a bad experience. There are far better hotels/stays for just a few more quids: Room condition: Degraded, dirty and with questionable stains everywhere and we witnessed ants moving pieces of food from under the bed (see photos). Cupboard couldn’t close properly and pops open midnight. Windows had strong watermarks so you can’t really enjoy the view. Service: The manager look-a-like gives zero respect to customers, abruptly stopping people mid sentence to say whatever he needs to say. The staff is very cheeky, asking for more tips rudely (literally said “this is little money, more?”) even though we already tipped well above standards. Location: It locates right below the landing path of airplanes so you wouldn’t be able to catch a good night sleep here. It looks like it’s near the airport, but in reality it will take you 40mins to get to the airport, as it locates right in the middle of the strip with no bridge to cut across to the airport. Overall, it’s an utter waste of a could-be-lovely seaside cottage.
Ants moving rotten food from under the bed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harry

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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Abdulla

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

Not great

When I arrived they checked me in a 4 walls. No window, like I have been checked in prison. I asked to change room and they told me nothing available. Instead they asked me if I want to go another hotel which they can help with. It was like 5pm and had a long day, I just wanted to check in and relax. But I was taken to another hotel and had to wait like another 1 hr. I wouldn’t come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline Bette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was fantastic. The rooms are clean however, I have to mention that I was traveling as a solo female and a staff member was watching me through holes in my door after I showered in the morning. I sent a message to the manager of the property to please address the issue with staff through whatsapp and received no response. I had to cover the holes myself and was disgusted for most of my stay. I sent multiple requests for an airport pickup which were ignored and then, I was asked mockingly if I got a ride days after I arrived. When I arranged for a tour to a place 6hrs away, the tour driver decided he would try to stay in my room which I had to adamantly object to. Are you kidding me? This was not my first trip to Sri lanka but this was by far my worst. I have doubts this is run by a German family. Who is Hans the man behind the magic curtain who you never actually see? I do hope some improvements are made so other tourists don't feel as uncomfortable as I did.
Stayed 17 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Lotta

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotellet motsvarade inte alls beskrivningen. Det går inte att bada från stranden och det är fullt med sopor och skräp vilket gör att det inte är speciellt trevligt att ta en promenad heller. Rummen motsvarade inte det vi betalt för, trasiga lakan, blodfläckar i sängen och oerhört lyhört. Hotellet läge är inte bra, det finns absolut ingenting i närheten. Det går att ta en buss utanför hotellet till Negombo eller tuk tuk men det tar minst 30 minuter. Poolen och maten från hotellet restaurang var någorlunda ok
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth Fredsted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastisk modtagelse og meget venligt og smilende personale. Stedet er lidt slidt men værelset var helt fint. Pool, have og spise området var helt perfekt. Standen er dejlig med for farligt at bade pga sten. Men man kan gå lidt og så er det fint
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

FRANCESCO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Colazione non abbondantissima come scelta ma con ottima qualità
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Personalet
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
All good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Thierry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Petit hôtel propre, en bord de plage, avec piscine, équipe sympa et prêt à rendre service. Petit dej et Restaurant copieux Bon, La plage n'est très propre
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tommi Marko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Henkilökunta oli aivan luksusta. Hinta-laatusuhde oli erinomainen.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025