Ice Berg

Food, host and accommodation

I had a wonderful stay at Ice Berg Accommodation in Mt Lavinia, with friendly and attentive service throughout. The breakfast was delicious and fresh, with a good variety to start the day. The rooms and common areas were very clean and well maintained, making the stay comfortable and enjoyable.

There was honestly nothing that I felt needed to be improved or made better regarding the property. Everything was clean, well maintained, comfortable, and thoughtfully arranged, creating a very pleasant and relaxing atmosphere. The property met all our expectations, and we were very happy with the overall experience.

Trevlig bemötande. Mycket lugn och trygg omgivning.

The house is excellent, and I highly recommend staying there. In addition, the property owner is very kind.

The room was nice, and we actually had the whole apartment to ourselves. The price was reasonable and offered good value for the stay. The breakfast was awesome, especially the seasonal fresh-cut fruits and scrambled eggs. We experienced a power cut during our stay, which was beyond anyone’s control. However, the owner responded quickly, contacted the electricity board, and took the necessary action to resolve the issue. Overall, we had a pleasant stay and appreciated the owner’s quick response and hospitality.

Our hosts Rosie and Raja were ever-helpful and very friendly. The apartment space we had excellent and well-equipped..

Excellent

Ich wurde sehr freundlich von der Inhaberin begrüßt. Ich war viel zu früh da, trotzdem war der check-in gar kein Problem. Mir wurden auch Tips für die Umgebung gegeben. Das Frühstück war ebenfalls lecker.

One of the best host during srilanka tour. Best service. Breakfast and complimentary water what else you want. Well organised apartment. Whenever you want anything they will provide you.

Only the sea front is not walking distance. Otherwise everything is perfect

The environment of the place was very calm and the ambience was nice, the people that greeted us very professional and sweet. The morning breakfast was filling and tasty. The house we got was very clean. More than anything, the price for the facilities is just absolutely the most worth every rupee. Keep doing the same! I'll be back soon

Evrything was great

The breakfast 😋

The homestay is hosted by a lovely English speaking family, with the host being an elderly gentleman. He received us really well as we had arrived later in the night, enquired our preferences for the stay, and even accepted our early breakfast and later checkout request. I chose this property because i had a scuba dive scheduled at Mt. Lavinia-Dehiwala. It was an early morning dive, and i requested the host for a later checkout to fresh up. He was kind enough to let me use the bathroom, despite having the next booking and needed to clean up. When i delayed beyond my welcome, he was kind enough to offer their own washroom for use as well. He was quite understanding and accommodating. My mother had a seminar to attend and was leaving in a hurry in the morning. Despite a small misunderstanding on my behalf about the time of breakfast, the hostess was kind enough to make a quick takeaway breakfast in one of their own utensils. Coming to the room, i chose a ground floor room, it had an entrance lobby/kitchenette, with a sit out. the bedroom was separated with a cool wooden partition, and the room was spacious. enough to unpack and freshen up. The washroom was amazing and very well maintained. Not a speck. The air conditioning was spot on. The entry gate was remote controlled and the host was kind enough to give us the key to it, as we went out in the night. All in all, if you are looking for a quiet place to stay away from the hustle and traffic, with a homely vibe and understanding hosts, this place is amazing.

Carry Sri Lankan Rupee cash, as no other modes of payment are accepted. The beds were a tiny bit wobbly but were very relaxing and comforting for us in my opinion, your preference may differ.

Good locarion and friendly host

Good staff service.Calm place😍😍😍

Haben nun schon das dritte mal im ice berg übernachtet. Der herzliche empfang, Sauberkeit und Frühstück waren sehr gut!

Good

The room was so spacious for 2 adults and 2 kids and a bonus of two bathrooms. The beds were comfortable and the air conditioning worked well. I loved that they used some solar power. The host was so kind to wait up until 1am to let us in after a late flight. The breakfast (omelette juice fruit and toast) was delicious. Unfortunately we left too early on our second day so weren’t able to have breakfast on the second day. The hosts provided good suggestions for dinner. Thank you! I also noticed that where possible they acted on previous feedback such as having a clock in the room and putting an anti-slip mat in the bathroom. The grounds were so much run for the kids - they saw lizards, squirrels, a peacock, and a jackfruit tree. There were also a few mango trees close to the property and our son collected mangoes for a tasty afternoon snack!

There were a few ants in the apartment - in every room including the bathroom. Also we needed to pay in cash - which is fine, but needed the exact correct amount. And lastly, the only sharp knife in the room was a machete! Great for cutting coconuts, but overkill for a mango!

Clean and very calm please

Nothing

The best host, we ever had. Wonderful family! They even helped us to organise the pick up service from the airport!! Breakfast was fantastic!

All good

The host was very friendly and caring, and the apartment felt cozy and homely. I would definitely recommend it for longer stays as well. It was also conveniently located with quick access to Galle Road. The food was good and met expectations.

Nothing much to dislike everything was up to standards.

- freundliche Aufnahme - geräumiges Zimmer - gutes Frühstück - Sauberkeit

Lovely, quiet and safe location, really wonderful hosts and the breakfast was epic!

Only bits were a few bits of housekeeping which were quickly sorted by the owner when we told her.

Almost everything.

Just the mosquitoes but also uncle provides the spray.

We had a wonderful stay! The property is in a very convenient location, making it easy to get around. Mr. Thilakaratne and his wife are amazing hosts. They are warm, welcoming, and always ready to help. The place is well-maintained, clean, and feels very safe. The included breakfast was a great bonus and made our stay even more enjoyable. Special thanks to them for the support and kindness they showed when our car broke down. It truly went above and beyond our expectations. Highly recommended!

Everything was perfect

The property owner and his family were very accommodative and good. We didn't find any difficulty to get anything from them. They were always helpful. Room was spacious and very good, neat and clean. Wi-Fi was also good.

One thing I forgot to tell the owner that if possible kindly install one wall clock in the room. It will help out in many ways for guest to find out time at once. Thanks

The quietness, clean and organised also the host is very helpful.

Mosquitoes all night not let me sleep through the night. Really far from shops, beach and centre.

It was 4.00 am in the morning when we arrived there. But owner was up and he provided a good service. I went with my toddler and they were concerned about it. Place was very clean and comfortable.

Great location

No

The owner and his wife were very nice and made my stay very comfortable. Thank you!

Host was really nice and attentive to our care 24/7! Loved the stay and enjoyed it very much!

Hosts were very good and supportive. Worth the money. Good for any family looking for a decent apartment to stay at affordable pricing

Seemed like far from the airport due to the traffic in colombo

Cx service Room setup Lobby area Wash room Breakfast

The bed is big an comfortable but very noisy. Pls fix it. Kettle is there. But better can keep tea and coffee arrangements (No matter add the cost of those)

Helpful staff

Nothing to dislike

Very good hospitality best for family

It is one of the best and most comfortable places I've ever been to at this price range. Room cleanliness, atmosphere, food, and their hospitality were also good. We didn't see a garden like in the photos, so not sure whether there's a garden we can access or not. Overall, the experience is good during this stay.

Hard to find the place on the map because there are lots of houses in this area. It's better if they can have a name board near the gate.

We had a very pleasant stay at Iceberg. The owners were responsive and helpful throughout. The apartment was clean, spacious, and well-equipped with everything we needed. Breakfast was tasty and conveniently served to our room. We truly appreciated their flexibility in arranging an early breakfast on our last day. The air conditioning worked efficiently, which was especially welcome during the hot season in Sri Lanka.

The Wi-Fi and TV didn’t work during our stay, but it wasn’t a big issue for us since we had our own internet connection. The shower pressure was quite low, even after turning on the hot water pressure switch as the owners suggested here, which made it a bit difficult to have a proper shower. It also would have been nice to have a few extra pillows and sheets.

Very big and nice appartment, good to relax! You get your breakfast delivered to the appartment!

Everything good.

Everything was excellent. Value for money.

Everything was excellent. I have nothing to say bad about anything.

Host are very nice. Breakfast was fantastic. Overall great experience.

It was a great and peaceful stay.The host was very flexible and cooperative and took good care.Food was very tasty.Overall it was a great experience

There are always individuals in society who think only about taking money without providing proper services. However, what truly surprises me is the people who have given positive ratings to this place. This is not a hotel; it is a residential house with no visible sign or identification. We arrived on a rainy night and struggled to find the location. When we called for help, it took a long time for the host to come outside, leaving us waiting in frustration. The listing showed a beautiful courtyard, but in reality, it was unusable due to a aggressive dog. Not only could we not enjoy the outdoor space, but the dog also approached our window aggressively, making our stay extremely uncomfortable. The breakfast was advertised as "fabulous," but it was far from good. The so-called "free internet" was actually limited to 4GB, which was completely inadequate for a family of four staying for five days. One of the rooms had a broken air conditioner, forcing all of us to sleep in one room.

A lovely, welcoming family-run place—clean, safe, and cozy. The breakfast was delicious! On our first day in Sri Lanka, Raja gave us so many useful tips that made our trip even better. Highly recommend staying here!

1 mile away from Rathmalana Airport, this property is situated in a very calm and quiet environment.Host is very friendly and professional.Rooms are clean and foods are perfect.Will definitely reconsider in the future.

Nothing at all.

Rented all the rooms on the property: top floor has the 2 biggest apartment rooms, pretty spacious. But even the smaller room at the floor level was pretty spacious, and it has the biggest bed of them all. Aircon and ventilation worked properly

Wifi at the lower room wasn't the greatest, but it was ok for one night

The accommodation had beautiful gardens and was very clean. We were given a different room than booked which was very nice and the breakfast was more than adequate. The family were lovely.

During the late evening and early hours of the following morning we realised why we were given a different room further away from the main house. As the owners threw a big party, it may have been for Ramadan. However it made sleeping very difficult.

Had a pleasant stay. Owners were very helpful. Complimentary breakfast presented beautifully.

Fully equipped place - more then we needed for one night A lot of space in the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom Tasty, big breakfast Nice, helpful host

It's not what we didn't like but having a pool that would be very beneficial if you want to think about it in the future

My stay at the IceBerg was quite pleasant. Mr and Mrs Tilakaratne are excellent hosts. Their staff is courteous and helpful. I was staying for work so I needed clothes to be ironed. And upon request, they provided me with an iron and the board for the duration of my stay. The apartment is in a highly residential area so there are no disturbances. Even though it is a residential area, there is a small Keels supermarket nearby (4 mins walking distance) if you need to get any groceries. I would highly recommend this place for your next stay.

Owner and family were very friendly and always ready to assist.

TV & WiFi wasn't working for a couple of days.

This was my second stay at Iceberg in Mount Lavinia, and it was just as great as the first. The staff is friendly, the rooms are clean, and the location is perfect, close to the beach and restaurants. Highly recommend for a relaxing stay!.💖

There is nothing we didn’t like during our stay. Everything was perfect!

Hosts were extremely accommodating and responsive to all requests and issues. The rooms were quiet, clean and both had fans and airconditioning. Breakfast was provided (eggs + toast and spread) and was well cooked.

Would recommend more floor towels for the bathroom and a slip proof mat for the tub (both inside and outside) as the floor can be slippery when wet and water gets on the floor when showering.

Owner was very helpful, breakfast was lovely

Support host. Quiet. Really good facilities for travellers to feel comfortable and at home. It even has a full sized fridge. We stayed at the ice burg at the start of our trip and returned at the end, to prepare for our return flight. So glad we did - we were amongst caring friends.

Through booking.com

The room is specious