Your stay — Apple Five
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: Pillayar Kovil (345 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Pastoral Centre (442 m · ~6 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjith An Noor Jumma Mosque (562 m · ~7 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Sri Anandharamaya (769 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Jinna Playground — 671 m · ~8 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 704 m · ~9 min walk
Vige Pharmacy — 752 m · ~9 min walk
Ganesh Stores — 58 m · ~1 min walk
Trincomalee Bus Depot — 455 m · ~6 min walk
Emergency Contacts
TrincomaleeUse 119 for general police; 114 connects to government ambulance; for private ambulance try 'Life Ambulance' at +94 71 1100 114. Dial 1919 for tourist police (English available).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Trincomalee, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Apple Five
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 704 m · ~9 min walk — pharmacy · Vige Pharmacy — 752 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) → Rea Lanka Guest House, Trincomalee
💡 Pre-arrange via the guest house or PickMe app; rates on arrival can be double. Avoid unsolicited touts at arrivals hall.
Trincomalee Bus Station or anywhere in town → Rea Lanka Guest House (Uppuveli beach road)
💡 Agree fare before getting in. The guest house is 3 km north of town — tuk-tuks should know 'Uppuveli turn-off near Rea Lanka'. Rare after 10 pm.
Colombo Fort Station → Trincomalee Railway Station
💡 Book 2nd class reserved online through 12go.asia — unreserved gets packed. Night train saves a hotel night but arrives around 04:30.
Katunayake Bus Stop (near airport) → Trincomalee Bus Station
💡 Take a free airport shuttle to the main road. Bus 48 or Colombo-bound, then change at Habarana. Direct 'Trinco Air' bus leaves around 12:30.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Apple Five?
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Top Attractions in Trincomalee
💡 Visit early morning to avoid heat and crowds. The fort is also the entrance to the Koneswaram Temple — you can see both in one trip.
💡 Dress modestly (cover shoulders and knees). You must remove shoes before entering. The best views are from the cliff edge behind the temple.
💡 The caretaker often gives a brief history if you ask. It's a short, respectful visit — allow 20 minutes. Free, but donations for maintenance are welcome.
💡 The north end of the beach near the jetty is quieter. Bring your own towel and water — facilities are limited.
💡 Go on a weekday for fewer crowds. Take your own food — the on-site shack is hit or miss. Entry is cheap, but parking may cost extra if you drive.