The Salty Pelican

3.0 star property

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Deluxe Double Room, Pool View | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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150 Pehebiya Road, Hiriketiya, Matara, 81200
  • Place, Hiriketiya Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Dickwella Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Wewurukannala Vihara Temple
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, Pool View

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Hiriketiya

Located within a 5-minute walk of Dickwella Beach, The Salty Pelican is within a 15-minute stroll of Hiriketiya Beach. This 3-star hotel has 4 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Hiriketiya Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Dickwella Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Wewurukannala Vihara Temple - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Blue Beach Island - 6 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Mirissa Beach - 42 min drive - 24.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Smoke & Bitters - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Duni’s Hoppers - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Malu - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kingsley Hot Kitchen - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Garlic Cafe - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Salty Pelican

Guests staying at The Salty Pelican enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a beach shuttle. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and access to locker space. This spa hotel also has a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include balconies or patios, sitting areas, and desks.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 for adults and EUR 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • El Grotto

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from February 12 2025 to February 12 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 15 for adults and EUR 15 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Salty Pelican Hotel
The Salty Pelican Hiriketiya
The Salty Pelican Hotel Hiriketiya

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to The Salty Pelican ?

This hotel in Dikwella is within a 10-minute walk of Dickwella Beach and Hiriketiya Beach. You'll also find Hummanaya Blow Hole and Godellawela Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Salty Pelican ?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa at The Salty Pelican ?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and Ayurvedic treatments.

Does The Salty Pelican have a casino on the premises?

No, The Salty Pelican doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Salty Pelican ?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Salty Pelican ?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does The Salty Pelican have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Salty Pelican have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Salty Pelican serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at El Grotto.

Does The Salty Pelican allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Salty Pelican .

Does The Salty Pelican have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Salty Pelican ?

Yes, every guestroom at The Salty Pelican comes with a balcony with some featuring pool views.

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