Sapiens home - Weligama bay

Le meilleur hôtel de mon séjour au Sri Lanka ! La chambre offre une superbe vue, la piscine est magnifique, et le personnel ainsi que le manager sont vraiment adorables et aux petits soins. Le fait de pouvoir créer ses propres bracelets directement sur place est une excellente idée. C’est une activité vraiment sympa à faire et surtout un très beau souvenir à ramener du Sri Lanka. L’hôtel est également très proche de la plage tout en étant situé dans un endroit très calme, ce qui est vraiment appréciable. Le rooftop et le restaurant sont géniaux. Les petits-déjeuners comme les autres repas sont très abordables, servis rapidement, copieux et surtout excellents. Un grand merci aux chefs, je me suis régalé du début à la fin ! Après avoir goûté leur cuisine, je n’ai même plus eu envie d’aller manger ailleurs. Je reviendrai sans aucune hésitation. Merci encore pour ce superbe séjour !

Rien tout était parfait

We had a wonderful stay here! The location right by the river was absolutely beautiful and gave us the perfect opportunity to experience nature. You could constantly hear the sounds of the water and the surrounding nature, which made the whole stay feel incredibly peaceful and relaxing. Our room had a lovely view of the river, and the pool was fantastic. We especially loved that we could still go swimming late in the evening. The breakfast was delicious, and the absolute highlight was having breakfast on the rooftop. The view from the very top was simply breathtaking and made the experience even more special. The staff were very friendly and welcoming, and the accommodation was also very easy to reach from the city. Overall, it was a beautiful, peaceful and relaxing place to stay, and we really enjoyed our time here!

Esmorzar molt bo i el restaurant també. Habitacions molt àmplies i comfortables, hem estat molt a gust

the price on booking is not what you end up paying…

Clean and spacious room, an amazing rooftop terrace with great food, and super friendly staff.

Mooie en schone kamers met een fijn zwembad! Klein kwartiertje lopen naar het strand en echt heerlijke ontbijt keuzes!

Great staff. The food is excellent. Nice pool.

The only thing we didn't like were the mosquito nets on the bed. These need replacing badly.

Fijn zwembad, mooi uitzicht en lekker keuze ontbijt

Nogal gehorig en in de avond was de weg naar de restaurants druk en donker

Beautiful pool and river views. Causal chic vibe. Amazing breakfast and smoothies! Lovely beds with mosquito nets. Staff were really chilled. Rooms were spacious. Mini fridge to keep drinks cold was great. Perfect for quick one night stay and wish we could have stayed longer. Staff looked like they were painting bits and trying to improve upstairs but it’s a lovely lounge and food area with open river views. Mosquitoes bit of an issue (to be expected as on the river) but we had strong deet spray. Don’t let this put you off - just bring spray!

Sapiens Home is really beautiful, luxury and outstanding value for money. Our room was beautiful, had the best sleep we have had here. The pool was right outside our door and perfect when it was so hot. The breakfast was cafe standard and delicious. Would absolutely come back again and would recommend to everyone to stay here.

We stayed at Sapiens for our anniversary trip, and it was an amazing experience. The staff were incredibly helpful and welcoming, arranging our airport pick-up, decorating our bed for our anniversary, and even helping us book a wonderful boat safari. Very peaceful stay, we would love to return!

The rooms and bathrooms were spacious. Swimming pool was nice and clean. The restaurant and chilling area was quite nice. Food was also quite good. Definitely recommend you to try a meal.

There wasn't hot water most of the time. Comes and goes. The parking was a little tight since I drive a jeep, however smaller vehicles can manage parking to an extent. There is parking on the main road. 50 meters away.

Beautiful spacious room, great views and tasty breakfast.

Good location, very pretty building and lovely views. Staff were very friendly and the breakfast was delicious

A few things let it down for us: There is a reception desk but it never has anyone on so you have to go up to the third floor to check in and check out which is confusing The pool is lovely but there are only bean bags to sit on which are dirty and because they were sat in old stagnant rain water smelt pretty bad too No pool towels available

Very clean, nice pool and the rooftop restaurant/co working space is lovely. There was a minor misunderstanding regarding the breakfast but the staff cleared it up very quickly and efficiently. Overall I really enjoyed my stay and would definitely return.

Leuk hotel met lekker eten. Kamer was proper en in orde.

Geen bedjes aan het zwembad, enkel zitzakken.

Proximité de Mirissa avec bon rapport qualité prix Superbe piscine avec vue sur la rivière Super bon petit déjeuner Hôtel qui pourrait être vraiment bien avec les améliorations ci-dessous

- Check in chaotique (il n’y a de réception donc le voyageur doit trouver lui-même quelqu’un pour son propre accueil). Même chose au checkout - le checkout se fait en fait au niveau du restaurant au 3ieme étage mais personne ne nous en informe. La communication n’est pas leur point fort. - Aucune explication sur les points pratiques de l’endroit (heure de départ, heure du petit dej, etc.) - Pas d’essuie pour la piscine - Pas de transat (juste des poufs qui n’ont pas l’air frais)

All the staff was so kind and helpful. The room was well decorated, the garden, the pool, the view and the cafe were all amazing. The beds, the room, the pool were very clean.

Location is a bit far from the beach. If you have a scooter no problem, otherwise you can use a tuktuk or walk 15 mins to the beach. The bed was a bit squeaky.

Cadre très agréable, reposant. L’atelier de bagues est top. Chambre spacieuse, les pancakes au petit déjeuner, une tuerie.

Pas de boisson chaude incluse dans le petit déjeuner. Eau chaude un jour sur deux, hôtel très bruyant et loin de tout.

We really enjoyed our stay at Sapiens. The location by the river was lovely and peaceful and a great place to spot wildlife. The breakfast was great.

It was difficult to get hot water from the shower. The pool area and bathrooms were a bit tired looking. For 100 dollars a night it was a bit expensive for the standard. We would stay again in low season when prices are bit lower.

Lage etwas abseits vom Trubel, für uns perfekt. Alle mitarbeitenden waren sehr freundlich, das Frühstück und der Kaffee waren super!

Die Betten haben etwas gequietscht

I liked restaurant, nice view from restaurant, and good food. Walkable distance to Bus and Train station

Rooms and building need some maintenance

Ontbijt

- Les petits déjeuners sains - La piscine et le cadre

- Trop de scooters vers notre terrasse

Best place to stay in Weligama. Super friendly stuff, cozy surroundings, really felt at home.

sehr schöne Lage mit dem großen Balkon und der Schiebetür und dem Blick auf den Fluss. Besonders toll am frühen Morgen und am Abend gelegentlich springen Affen durch die Bäume man kann diese vom Balkon aus beobachten. Eine echte Alternative zum Trubel in Weligama.

Das Ganze ist schon ziemlich weit von Cafés und Restaurants am Strandbereich entfernt. Entweder mietet man einen Scooter oder geht ordentlich zu Fuß

Die Lage, sowie der Pool waren super! Das Frühstück war auch sehr lecker!

Leider war das Badezimmer übersäht mit Schimmel.

I stayed here for 2 nights and absolutely loved the experience. Everyone was incredibly friendly and the overall vibe of the place was amazing. The staff were super helpful and even surprised me by celebrating my birthday with a beautiful plate of banana cake and ice cream, such a thoughtful gesture! The rooms were very clean and the beds were really comfortable. They also have two cats on the property, which was an added bonus for me! Would totally recommend this place and would definitely stay here again if I’m ever back in Weligama.

Room was stunning! Incredible river views. I loved being a little away from the hustle and bustle (noise). A communal area with beanbags and view you could hang out all day there. Loved hanging by the pool and saw lots of monkeys and water monitors! Staff are awesome! Creative workshop upstairs keeps the place buzzing and feeling alive.

Sometimes staff are loud (I think noise travels) going up and down the stairs at night.

מקום מדהים , שירות מצוין , חדרים שקטים נוף מהמם .

Heel vriendelijk personeel!!! goed eten!!

Nvt

Vi hade ett par riktigt härliga dagar på Sapiens och både vi och barnen uppskattade både rummet och poolen på hotellet. Det ligger superfint invid lagunen och vi kunde se apor klättra och hoppa i träden utanför. Men det allra allra bästa med hotellet var ändå maten - vi hade läst recensioner om hur bra det var men det var verkligen helt fantastiskt - till och med våra kräsna barn älskade den! Vi bodde över jul och de hade ordnat så fint med ett litet julfirande och barnen fick även varsin present - väldigt uppskattat :)

Very beautiful premises, with a great room with a stunning view of the river and pool, esp. at night with the lights. The common area is perfectly designed to relax, read a book, and wind down after surf. Food was impeccable! The staff was really friendly and helpful, they hooked us up with a driver the days after.

All perfect.

God frukost och bra mat. Härligt med poolen.

Det är lite långt från stranden, promenaden dit upplevde vi som vältrafikerad. Vi tyckte det var bättre att ta tuk tuk.

I really liked the place. Beautiful oasis next to the lake. The design is amazing, the pool area next to the lake is unique, the staff and the art vibe is very nice.

The room I had was very small and not so nice compared to the other rooms but it was the only available one. It gets very noisy during the day with the jewelry workshop on the roof, so that disturbs a bit the nice chill vibe. Breakfast was included in my booking but I didn’t even get a coffee or tea with it and had to pay extra (and pretty expensive for the region) so that was not so nice.

We had a wonderful stay at Sapiens Home. The property is beautifully designed, calm, modern, and very thoughtfully put together, with a real sense of peace throughout. It feels private and tucked away, yet still close enough to Weligama to explore easily. The rooms were spotless, comfortable, and tastefully done, and the overall atmosphere was incredibly relaxing. The food was excellent, a good blend of healthy nutritious options and a lot of variety on the menu. The staff were kind, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The owner in particular went above and beyond for us - organising multiple day trips and setting us up for surfing lessons. He was exceptionally professional and went above and beyond for us. We can officially say we’ve been there, done that, and got the t-shirt 🤩 They also have two adorable cats!

Not immediately on the beach but it’s very close so not really a big problem

The sweetest staff, good food and nice rooms. Would highly recommend!

Great staff! Big rooms, good facilities including communal ”living room” upstairs on the terrace. Chill vibes, excellent breakfast. I participated their ring making workshop too and the result is stunning. We really loved the location as well, quiet by the river, yet walking distance to beach and Weligama centre. :)

This might be a slight translation error but when they say ”co working space” I assume they mean the workshop. So don’t expect to find office chairs / screens for remote work.

Very beautiful stay with the most lovely people!! The pool is very nice, and the views are amazing. The rooms are big, clean and the shower is very nice (and hot!). It's not too far to walk to the center and the beach, but the location of Sapiens Home is quiet en peaceful. The breakfast is delicious. The staff is more than welcoming and kind, where they helped us when there were stray dogs in the street and we could not get passed them and made me feel special on my birthday with cake, a board and congratulations. We really enjoyed our stay!

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Nice pool and big, comfortable beds

It was difficult to close the door at the entrance and exit and also from the inside. Ants on the floor, towels not changed even though we stayed for 3 days. Far from the center, breakfast not varied

Sehr schöne Ausstattung Zuvorkommendes Personal Schöne Anlage

Die Unterkunft ist super schön eingerichtet und sehr sauber. Der Pool lädt zum entspannen ein und ist wunderschön. Das Frühstück ist auch super lecker.

We had an excellent stay at Sapiens Home in Weligama and can only recommend it. The pool was fantastic, the rooms were clean and very comfortable, and the breakfast on the top floor came with a stunning view. We immediately felt at home. A special highlight was the warm welcome from the friendly director, Manoj. And we cannot forget to mention the delicious homemade banana bread, an absolute must-try! We would definitely come back any time and highly recommend Sapiens to anyone visiting Weligama.

La vue sur le fleuve La douche chaude Lit confortable Jolie piscine

Établissement un peu loin des restaurants donc le soir compliqué pour manger Petit déjeuner sans goût très basic Les draps étaient tachés et le shampooing était vide Les poufs autour de la piscine étaient très sales

I had an incredible time! Delicious breakfast, great atmosphere! So chill and perfect for a rest after a long day. The hotel is not that close to the beach but you can easily walk or rent a bike or just go by tuk tuk. Overall, I'd definitely stay there again. Thank you to all the staff!!

Lovely accommodation for a decent. The pool area is so nice and relaxing. There’s a rooftop where they serve breakfast every morning - cute vibe up there.

About 15-20 minute walk into town/to the beach, but doable. Or can just get a tuk tuk which takes 5 minutes.

Alojamiento nuevo con encanto, personal encantador y buen desayuno. Es una buena opción para Weligama. La piscina muy recomendable. Hicimos un taller de joyería donde fueron encantadores y me ayudaron a realizar un anillo ideal.

Todo bien

100% recomendable alojarse en Sapiens Home - Weligama Bay. El hotel destaca por sus instalaciones limpias y modernas. Además de contar con una piscina increíble, tienen un espacio común en la última planta con sillones y sofás donde poder descansar. El personal es encantador y estuvo en todo momento muy atento y pendiente a nuestras necesidades. El alojamiento cuenta con desayuno que no recomiendo saltárselo.

La playa se encuentra a diez minutos en tuk tuk.

We had a wonderful stay! The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. Our room was spacious, comfortable, and included a fridge, which was a nice touch. We loved the beautiful views over the river, and the pool area was clean and inviting. The large common area was perfect for relaxing, eating, and socializing, and the location was peaceful—tucked away from the main road. A special highlight was the thoughtful surprise for my boyfriend’s birthday. The staff went out of their way to arrange a cake and even decorated the bed with a birthday message. It truly made his day and meant a lot to both of us. Highly recommend this place for a memorable and relaxing stay!

The only thing that would have improved our stay would have been if our breakfast preferences weren’t asked in advance—we were simply served an omelet, toast, and fruit. While the portion was generous and the quality was great, I have dietary allergies to the ingredients that were in the omelet and bread and could only eat the fruit. It would be much more inclusive to offer a few choices for egg styles and sides. That said, the food itself was fresh and well-prepared, and the fruit was delicious. With just a small adjustment, breakfast could be a real highlight to match the rest of the stay!

Stanza bella ed accogliente in una location suggestiva. Ragazzi super disponibili sempre. Consiglio la gita in barca sul fiume che il proprietario propone.

Die Ausstattung des Hotels und der Pool war sehr schön.

Der Fußweg zum Meer war teilweise gefährlich

The view from the rooms were beautiful, overlooking the pool and the river. The 2 cats were adorable!

Trying to get into the hotel was a struggle- you can’t take a van/ car to be parked. This means that you have to walk through the mud to get to the hotel. The construction work while you’re try to relax was not ideal. The bits of paint, random mattresses in the hallway were not aesthetically pleasing.

The room was big, the breakfast was good, the staff in the kitchen were very nice and attentive. The view from the room was calming and beautiful as it looked out to the river, flanked by the pool. It was a sight to look at and was surrounded by a vibrant shade of green from the trees and plants.

The entrance to the property from the alley road was very messy. It is a garage. There was nobody at the counter. The property was in the middle of some construction/redecorating, and everything looked messy. We had to wait 45 minutes to get checked in. Properties should inform future/present guests if there is work being done in the property, especially if it affects the guests. They might not want to stay there. PS: There was only 1 bright ceiling light. There were lamps, but they didn't work. Not compatible with the sockets in the room. IDK why they're there.

The rooms were clean and comfortable. The personel was very accommodating. They schedule different activities such as jewellery making, drawing and yoga, which is fun.

Keep in mind that the tax is not included in the price. Not a bad thing, but just to stay on top of your budget.

View from the property was excellent, rooms and bathrooms were very spacious and nicely furnished, it was nice to have a pool. The jewellery workshop was a lot of fun.

The property is a little out of the way and not the nicest walk, but tuktuks do pass regularly. The ownership is still relatively new and from we could tell there’ll be more activities etc in the near future, as well some kinks that need ironing out. Other guests have mentioned that there’s not much seating around the pool - we would echo this and add that a parasol or two would be great!

This place is truly the best place to stay. Sapiens Weligama is nestled in stunning natural surroundings, offering complete tranquility while still being close to the city. We initially planned a short stay but ended up staying for two months because, after just one hour, it already felt like home. The staff are incredibly welcoming and kind—genuinely some of the warmest people you can imagine. From the manager to the kitchen staff and those who keep everything spotless, they make you feel like family because they truly care about your well-being. This isn’t just a hotel—it’s a home in paradise. The WiFi is excellent, the beds are comfortable, and the pool with its river view is absolutely breathtaking. I have nothing but praise for this amazing place! We will miss you so much, Menoj, Janith, Kalhadi, Arincini, Kavin, and Hasha (sorry if we misspelled your names! 😄). Best regards, Mikkel and Sara <3

I liked everything.

It was an exceptional stay. The staff in particular was so welcoming and ensured that we were comfortable. I was travelling with my parents (both senior citizens) and we were all taken care of so well. The breakfast was fantastic and their chefs are so thoughtful with dietary requests. I am really grateful for everyone who took care of us - Janith, Manoj, Achini and Kalhari. Thank you for your hospitality!

Nothing as such that we didn't like. The rooms are really spacious and have a minimal design, which is great. My only suggestion would be to make it a bit more furnished and add amenities like a TV in the room as well.

Very Good!

Wonderful place with wonderful staff!! Clean, great view to the river, great pool, great breakfast. The staff were so nice to us that we didnt want to leave!!! Highly recommended!!

18 minutes walk from surfing beach 5 minutes with tuk tuk

Beautiful location, next to the river. Was lucky to get a nice sunset. A bit away from busy roads so peaceful and quiet. Surrounded by nature and monkeys. Nice and relaxed atmosphere in the hotel. Beautiful communal area where you can easily hang out and relax. Wifi works really well which is a plus for Sri Lanka. Very friendly staff, manager is very responsive and ready to help. They have a jewellery atelier upstairs and you can take a course which is really nice. The owner recently changed and you see that they are changing things, steady but slowly getting there. Would recommend this place and come again.

Due to the construction of the building, it can get a bit noisy as soon as people are in the hallway. Overall it didn't bother me too much as during night time was quiet. Some extra options for food would be a plus but already a nice menu. Not a minus point but just be aware, you take this spot because it is quiet so do realise that you might need a tuktuk to get to restaurants etc. During the day manageable to go by foot.

Ambience and the locatiob

Everything was exceptional

Sapiens is a haven! Away from the crowds, calm quiet and peaceful. On the river with a pool and wildlife everywhere. The staff are super helpful and got me a bike the first day which means I feel like a local. Breakfast is delicious and the pool is perfect for a lazy day or post surf dip to cool off. I can highly recommend staying here.

Great Stuff who is always there for you. Nice and clean rooms and a good Sri Lankan Breakfast. Highly Recommended!!

Exceptional value for money. The rooms are very clean, comfortable and spacious - great aircon, which is a welcome escape from the heat. Very fast wifi. Friendly, helpful and responsive staff. Fabulous location, close enough to Weligama by tuktuk but away from the crowds and gorgeous river views. The breakfast in decent, but nothing to write home about. We would certainly come back if we were in the area again.

Breakfast is just okay, lacking diversity and fresh produce

I had a wonderful stay at River Post! Even got upgraded to a more spacious room. The Internet was fast, the bed comfortable, and the aircon a blessing. Manoj and Janith were very welcoming and helpful. They helped me get a motorbike for a decent price, and even connected me to a neighbor with a sowing machine when I needed a piece of clothing to fix :)

I had an amazing stay here at River Post Co-Working & Co-Living Weligama. The room was very clean, I was able to check in early, they have an AMAZING massage therapist based on site, the location is right beside the river with a great view, and the host Manoj is very welcoming. There is also free parking and an in-house breakfast is available. I would highly recommend this place for an affordable and relaxing visit to Weligama! 😊

The rooms were very clean and spacious. Staff were very friendly and helpful.

If you’re coming in a big vehicle parking will not be possible at the property since the road leading there is quite narrow.

We had an amazing time here! Ended up staying longer than we originally planned. The staff was amazing and helped us with everything we could ask for. Everybody was so kind and welcoming A big plus was the delicious and affordable breakfast every morning and the stunning view from the patio during work ☺️

Really beautiful room with a view on the river. Thanks to the the AC and stable internet connection I was able to get some work done and have conference calls without any issue. Great breakfast and super hospitable team!

As it’s very new I’m looking forward to some more decorations and chill places in the common areas.

Perfect Hoitel Management. Realy nice place to stay. Every time again. Thank you so much, it was great to stay here.

Hidden gem, very friendly staff, beautiful view, new building

Not the best location