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BigGuyHoliday2017
Exeter, United Kingdom

Average hotel but way too noisy

Review of Hotel Sapphire
3.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 26 Sept 2017
Party of four booked in advance three rooms for three nights. First problem was getting reception to realise that we had booked three rooms. They were convinced that we should only have two. My wife and I had the room on the side of the hotel next to the church. Six in the morning bells rang out and the constant drone of traffic all night. They should have better sound proofing after all enough people have mentioned this. Room was large but bathroom had seen better days. Chinese restaurant served breakfast and dinner. Portion sizes massive and quality good. Good range of options. Mostly friendly staff. Overall a average experience.
Date of stay: September 2017
Room Tip: Not the church side and take ear plugs with you
Trip type: Travelled with family
3.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
3.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
3.0 of 5 bubblesService
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EAP Hotels H, Rooms Division Manager at Hotel Sapphire, responded to this review
Responded 28 Sept 2017
Dear Reviewer,

Many thanks for your positive and negative comments. We shall look in to the negative ones more seriously other than Noise pollution. While going through the records it was revealed that this booking was made through Expedia for three rooms. However, regret very much apologies for the inconvenience caused at the time of arrival. We have planned to install better sound proofing system in rooms in our next refurbishment.
Glad to hear that you had enjoyed our tasty & mouthwatering dishes at the Restaurant. Trust, you will patronize us once again to share your experience with us.

Sincerely yours,

Rooms Division Manager
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Reviewed 19 September 2017

Location of this hotel is Busiest Dehiwala Road .Rooms are big and spacious with AC,TV,Safety box ,services also up to mark and we loved this restaurant staff than food ,first they ask and listen what we need and try to prepare and view from restaurant is really beautiful .
Lobby staff hospitality and receiving also nice.

Date of stay: September 2017
  • Trip type: Travelled on business
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Thank Prrasad G
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EAP Hotels H, Rooms Division Manager at Hotel Sapphire, responded to this reviewResponded 23 September 2017

Dear Reviewer

Many thanks for your wonderful review and the message conveyed to all the viewers disclosing your honest feelings about the hotel; longing to see you again.

Sincerely yours

Rooms Division Manager

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Reviewed 13 September 2017

I stayed here for 1 night prior to my departure. The location of the hotel is very convenient, accessible to shopping areas. It is safe to walk around unguided by yourself. The rooms were big and cosy. The toilets were ok. The wifi connection was very good. Good selection of western and srilankan food at the restaurant. The hotel staffs were friendly and helpful.

Date of stay: September 2017
  • Trip type: Travelled solo
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EAP Hotels H, Rooms Division Manager at Hotel Sapphire, responded to this reviewResponded 15 September 2017

Dear Reviewer,

Many thanks for your positive comments and of course there are easy accesses to any location island-wide from our hotel. We are specialized in delicious and tasty food and it’s nice to hear that you had a pleasant stay in our premises.
We are longing to see you once again.

Sincerely yours,

Rooms Division Manager

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Reviewed 30 August 2017

Stayed here with a tour group before flying home. The hotel has a business and functions feel to it but the rooms are comfortable enough, although fairly basic. The surrounding area is predominantly local shops, although you can walk down to the sea in a few minutes. Breakfast is served in the Chinese restaurant (!) upstairs and there was a great selection, all very tasty. Over all, the hotel served its purpose, but we were glad not to be there for any more than one night.

Date of stay: August 2017
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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EAP Hotels H, Rooms Division Manager at Hotel Sapphire, responded to this reviewResponded 4 September 2017

Dear Reviewer,

Thank you very much for your lovely and wonderful comments. Of course our hotel is ideal for business or relaxation and easy access to Colombo and its suburbs within few minutes. We serve tasty and healthy food and nice to hear that you enjoyed it.
Longing to see you once again here!

Sincerely yours,

Rooms Division Manager

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Reviewed 14 July 2017 via mobile

The hotel is well located for anyone who has a connecting flight to catch at the airport. Food is good and rooms serve the purpose of a business stay. However, if you have a four member family one needs to ask the hotel staff for the booking reservation.

Date of stay: July 2017
Trip type: Travelled with family
Thank Mayur7620
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EAP Hotels H, Rooms Division Manager at Hotel Sapphire, responded to this reviewResponded 18 July 2017

Dear Reviewer,

Many thanks for your review and we are ever so grateful for disclosing the positive areas of the hotel for the benefit of other travelers. Yes, if you are a family of four, it is advisable to inform the Front Office for additional arrangements. However, we are longing to see you once again at our hotel premises.

Sincerely yours,

Rooms Division Manager

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Reviewed 22 June 2017

Hotel is located in Galle road where you can easily access to many important places in the area. However this is in sea side doesn't own a beach. It id built on city hotel concept mainly for business travelers.

They English speaking friendly and helpful staff. considerable space available in the car park, compared to the other places in the area.

Rooms are basic yet have lot of space. Food is OK at Restaurant. They have a little Swimming pool which is calm and not very crowded. That is something you can enjoy in place.

Price seemed to be little hire compared to the facilities available in country side hotels. But closer to Colombo this is not very expensive.

We didn't spent much time in the place ( only 1 night and we were out during the day time ) Hotel is clam at night and better than other hotels in the area.

Room tip: Try to find a room which is away from Galle road
Date of stay: June 2017
  • Trip type: Travelled with family
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Thank KishanA79
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EAP Hotels H, Rooms Division Manager at Hotel Sapphire, responded to this reviewResponded 26 June 2017

Dear Reviewer,

Many thanks for your positive comments and we are certain this comments will encourage us to serve other customers better. We are longing to see you on your next visit and to serve you better.

Sincerely yours,

Rooms Division Manager

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