Mr. Tennakon, Champ's father welcomed me at the Villa and I was given very precise instructions how to get there. I paid 250-300 Rs for a tuk-tuk ride from bus/train station to his place. Drivers usually ask for 450 upwards so that you know. Villa is simply fantastic. You get the spacious room with double bed and nice bathroom equipped with anything you might need, including a hair dryer. You open the double doors to the wonderful balcony where you can sit end enjoy your morning tea. Mr. Tennakon is a charming gentleman who spent many years working abroad and now he enjoys his "pension" taking care of his beautiful villa, garden and pool. He and his wife were so attentive and he helped me with anything I needed, from general information about Kandy, places to see, trip to Golden Temple in Dambulla and Sigiriye Rock. He organized tickets to local dance performance (which was so-so but interesting for costumes). I enjoyed conversations with him as I floated in the beutiful swimming pool in his garden, surrounded by banana, avocado and all other trees. Mr. Tennakon helped me a lot by washing my clothes at no extra cost (in a middle of the trip you are going to need it because places are very hot & humid). My second day, early in the morning, he provided me with delicious sandwiches and bananas for my day trip to Dambulla and Sigiriye. On the morning when I left I had time to eat in his beautiful terrace and the meal was excellent. All included in the price. This my be my best Airbnb experience ever. I do HIGHLY recommend this place. You will enjoy fantastic hospitality and sense of humor of Mr. Tennakon. Think no more, book it because his calendar is full. For a very good reason.

Mr Tennakoon was a delightful host. His property was an oasis within a busy city. It was beautiful, peaceful and very clean. We had everything we could ask for. From the second we walked through the gates I felt so welcome in his home. The breakfasts were delicious and the cake on my sisters birthday was a very generous and thoughtful touch. Mr Tennakoons advise and tips were a great help. He had a wealth of knowledge and helped us arrange transport and anything else we needed. He was always pleasant, welcoming and greeted us with a smile. He helped make our time in Kandy that little bit more enjoyable. I would definitely recommend his property to anyone

Everything perfect apart from the dinner we cooked by ourselves. :D Very hospitable hosts. We had a great stay! This place is really recommendable.

Our stay at the boutique villa was one we will never forget. The house with the beautiful garden, pool and the backyard is tastefully done and will make you want to stay longer in Kandy :) The room is cosy and private enough, the bathroom being quite clean. Though not physically present, Champ Tennakoon is very helpful. The best part about staying here is the hospitality of the hosts, Mr & Mrs Tennakoon. Mr. Tennakoon is very helpful, taking care of you like a father would :) He helps you plan your itinerary going out of his way to make sure you have a safe and a happy time at Kandy. His stories are an added plus to the delicious break fasts prepared by Mrs. Tennakoon, that are served at the beautiful patio of their house. So its a good idea to spend ample amount of time there to relax and have your food :) I really have to mention a few things about their wonderful hospitality. Though it was very late in the night when we reached Kandy, they gladly received us and showed us to the room. And when i just casually mentioned to Mr. Tennakoon that I like Italian food, he specially made pasta for us the following morning out of his experience working as a chef in Italy! They also had bfast packed for us early in the morning by 6, when we had to make an early road trip to Sigiriya! Simply put, opt for this place if your looking for a home like, reasonable yet luxury experience.

a amazing house,everything surprised me and my husband.already recommended it to my Chinese friends in (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) room only for a couple.If you plan to visit Kandy,this definitely is the best option.

We felt lucky to stay in this beautiful home. It was a little oasis just outside of town, and coming back to the pool in the evening was incredibly nice. The room was spacious, and we enjoyed dinner by candlelight on the balcony. One of the nicest places we stayed in Sri Lanka!

This is the most beautiful air bnb house I've been to so far! What you get for the price is really good, the room is clean with a nice balcony to relax, a swimming pool and a beautiful area to have a wonderful breakfast! Champ's father did everything to make our stay comfortable and gave us useful tips. Thank you for everything - definitely would come back!

We spent 3 nights in this accommodation, very very welcome. The field of your parents are attentive throughout the stay and always ready to help. The garden and pool are beautiful. Best breakfast we had in Sri Lanka!

Buddhi has a great homestay with an excellent view on the mountains. It's just 5min walk from the Centre. We enjoyed it a lot and Buddhi gave is a lot of tips for visiting interesting places. we sit for hours on the balconie, enjoying the view and the monkeys in the trees. Breakfast and dinner, both prepared by his mother werd excellent, better as the restaurants. Buddhi is a fantastic host and we loved the place.

One of the best placed we stayed in SL. Buddhika is a smiling and lovely guy! Although our train arrived delayed Buddhi and his friend welcomed us at the train station very warmhearted. The place was very clean, had a stunning view from the room with balcony and his mum served good local food. Buddhi, say thx to your mum for the delicious rotis she prepared for the trip down south. Keep in touch!

Buddhika was an exceptional host! He came to help us with our stuff at the station and welcomed us with tea and coffee! He was there to help us with tips and anything else we needed during our stay! I was so upset that I could only stay for one night though... I am already making plans to come back. The room was absolutely stunning, very clean with the most amazing view and fresh air! Probably the best place you can stay at in Ella! Thanks Buddi!

Thank you very much to Buddhika and his mother for their hospitality, warm atmosphere and delicious breakfasts! The room was very cozy and clean. The view from the window was just wonderful! We recommend it to everyone!

Very friendly host. Took us on a hike in the morning. Room is nice with an awesome view.

We had a great stay! Thanks to Buddhi for the hospitality and the awesome food. Also: The view from the balcony is amazing :)

I slept in one of this beautiful rooms for 4 nights. Buddhi and his mother is so welcoming, warm and relaxed, the view is stunning, the breakfast is too good and the location is close to both nature and shopping. I will come back again and again. Thank you!

Buddha was a great host and did everything possible to make us feel comfortable. The guesthouse has an amazing view over the Ella gap. At first the location seemed like a bit of a trek but it's possible to walk along the tracks and then go down a path before the train station which means it's less than 5 minutes from the middle of town. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the two upstairs have balconies. The downstairs room has a verandah and the same great view. Breakfast was really tasty! Highly recommended if you're looking for a good value place in Ella.

Sumudu and Dinesh were the most lovely and helpful hosts we had on our trip in Sri Lanka. They would go out of their way to make sure we were comfortable, enjoying our stay, and enjoying Sri Lanka. I can't think of anything they weren't able to help us with. Even when it came to hiring a scooter, Dinesh knew someone trustworthy and affordable. Sumudu and Dinesh made us a delicious breakfast every morning; the tastiest omelette we'd had in Sri Lanka. The villa has a beautiful design and feels exotic and secluded, nestled in the trees. The location isn't far from the fort but it's a little confusing to get to, but Dinesh was always happy for us to call him and he'd explain the location to the tuk tuk driver. If you're using (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) maps to guide yourself, make sure it's accurate! The first time I used it without calling Dinesh it took me nearby, but down the wrong street. I think this was due to the location's street not being on the map, so instead (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) pins the house to the nearest street. Once I understood this error I had no issues getting back. I'd happily stay here again. Sumudu and Dinesh (and their children) are all lovely. Their house is amazing and it'd be so refreshing to come back to that pool after a hot day.

We were very fortunate to begin our very first visit to Sri Lanka at Dinesh and Sumudu’s beautiful home which is located in the hills surrounded by the lush Sri Lankan jungle, yet only a ten-minute drive from Galle Fort. Communications prior to our visit were prompt and clear, and Dinesh’s detailed directions helped us easily navigate the drive from Colombo to Galle. We were impressed by their warmth and seemingly effortless hospitality and attention to detail — from cold towels and a choice of fruit juices which were freshly made on our arrival, to the delicious breakfasts, to the invaluable travel advice and assistance with logistics such our daily trips out and our tuktuk drive to our next location. It’s clear that Dinesh and Sumudu love what they do and take pride in creating a great experience for each of their guests. The suite was as pictured, with a spacious enclosed veranda and plunge pool with a private deck — perfect for tanning and yoga. A lot of thought has gone into creating a comfortable and restful experience where guests can enjoy the experience of staying in a beautiful and historic property furnished with practical conveniences such as a fridge and tea set up, air conditioning, wi-fi, comfortable beds, and many other amenities which helped make our stay a completely relaxing and enjoyable one. We have already recommended this location to friends, and look forward to our next visit.

The landlord family are particularly good, the children gave us looked at his hermit crab. House is also very commendable, so that we can enjoy our holiday. Although there are 5 km distance from the ancient city of Galle, but no problem sitting tutu. Thank the landlord for our trip to Sri Lanka painting satisfactory conclusion.

It was perfect for everything,the food,the room,the swimming pool,the feeling at home!The family is so nice that we don't wanna leave!We r sure that we will miss here so much!Thanks so much!

Can not recommend Dinesh and Sumudu's place enough. Not only was the suite completely perfect they were the best hosts we have had during 3 weeks in Sri Lanka. The location is great, peaceful and private but cheap tuk tuk to the fort which Dinesh sorted for us whenever we needed it. The Sri lankan breakfasts were lovely especially the hoppers! There is another gorgeous suite at the property too which is worth looking at! Thankyou for a fantastic couple of days!

This was one of our favourite stops. Not only because Galle is such a beautiful city, but because we stayed with such a kind, helpful and welcoming family. Nothing was too much to ask. And just to add- the breakfasts were amazing. Would defiantly recommend!!!!

Dinesh and Sumudus place is located amongst the beautiful jungle about 10mins from Galle, which is a nice break from the hustle and bustle. Dinesh and Sumudu are incredibly kind, and went beyond expectations when it came to helping us with everything from organising transport, to the amazing traditional Sri Lankan breakfasts. The room was clean and the plunge pool was a nice place to relax and cool down after busy days. I would recommend this Air Bnb to anyone who is wanting an escape from the busy Sri Lankan cities, and loves wildlife- as you there is plenty around this location.

Great experience! sumudu and Dinesh people super good, people feel at home, the kids are super cute! Just go to the pool first innocence is amazing to! High cost! In other tricks very hard every day for breakfast! Although more difficult to find the place, but each will help call Dinesh cheap tuktuk. If you have the opportunity to come, or will live in this house!

Out of the hustle and bustle of Mirissa but still close enough to access everything. Stepping in to spice house felt like we were in a completely different town. It was so tranquil and I could not fault the facilities, staff or location. We had a beautiful stay!

Couldn't have asked for a better place to stay during our time in Mirissa. We spent 3 nights in the Spice House where we were extremely well looked after. The breakfasts and dinner were some of the best meals we had in comparison to local restaurants. All the staff were very helpful and so friendly. Location wise it is perfect, just slightly out of the centre but only under a 5 minute walk to the beaches and centre. Unreal views from the room where you feel like you are in the jungle with each room dotted around a fantastic pool. Wouldn't want to have stayed anywhere else during our time in Mirissa.

Stunning place with such welcoming hosts, who will go out of their way to make your stay a fantastic one.

The spice house is a beautiful property and is very tastefully decorated. It is located very close to a small beach and not too far away from the main beach. The house has a nice garden and a swimming pool where one can spend many afternoons reading or just lazing. The room had a comfortable bed, attached bath, balcony with sit-out. I enjoyed the food served in the spice house, i had all 3 meals and can confidently say it's one of the best meals I have had in sri lanka even if Phil thought that the flavors were customized for tourists to keep the intensity of salt and chilli on the lower side. Phil and wathsala are really warm hosts. Wathsala took care of me very well as I was a solo traveller. She is very friendly and has this raw innocence about her which for me was very appealing. The staff were friendly and attend to guests in a professional manner yet with homely touch.I highly recommend this place if you are looking for a guest house where you can relax and feel at home with great hospitality. I spent that last two days of my Sri Lankan vacation here and it was the best decision in my vacation. I only had a minor issue with water in the bathroom which was fixed very quickly by Wathsala.

Very unique legend, the boss is also very warm, could see that the boss is very hard to run this legend, a great You Yongchi.

We had 3 fantastic days at the spice house. Phil and his wife gave us a very warm welcome and we enjoyed good food and a wonderful garden with beautiful flowers. The spice house is located very well just a couple of minutes to the beach and good restaurants.

Words can not describe how beautiful this place is, the view from the house is breathtaking, we could not believe how much we got for our money, we enjoyed it so much we stayed an extra night! Phil and his wife are exceptional hosts who take such pride in their property's appearance, they are extremely caring and will do anything to help out. We stayed in an outhouse in the jungle grounds of the property, we saw some amazing animals every morning from our window, the room was of a very high standard. This property is an absolute must when in the south of Sri Lanka, the breakfast is delicious and Mirissa beach is beautiful. Be sure to check out the Lantern restaurant.

Spice House was my favourite stay in Sri Lanka, I highly recommend it. Phil and his wife were in Australia when we visited but the staff took such great care of us. The food was the best I had in the country, don't hesitate to book the shared dinners :) Everything was perfect.

The house was the nicest place we stayed in Sri Lanka. It is wonderfully airy with elegant architecture. The housekeeper/chef provided excellent meals and the friendly dog was fun to spend time with. The house is very quiet and secure and is ideal for families or couples.

It was such a great experience, I loved the house and it's location, very relaxing and welcoming. Jainthi and her husband were lovely, they were there for us the whole time. I'm missing Molly the dog already, she is so adorable and smart. I enjoyed just laying on the wooden chair and breathe. Food was delicious, bedrooms were clean and cozy. Watching the sunrise was my favorite moment. I really want to visit Guava house again. Thank you Shaunagh

Guava is truly awesome. Even better than the photos, which is quite a high bar. The views from the back over the rainforest as the sun sets is out of this world. With expert guidance from the staff we hiked, mountain biked, and white watered in stunning scenery. The villa is completely hidden away; you are entirely with nature. The cooking is great and both of the staff were personally delightful and couldn't do enough to help us. I'd definitely return. Graeme

Superb! We had the best time at Guava House. The house and the surroundings are simply stunning - no doubt the coolest place we've ever been to. Thanks Shaunagh, Jane, Jayanthi and Kumar for giving us this wonderful experience.

We had a amazing Stay at Shaunagh's Place! Very calm and relaxing. The food was great and we love the dogs. We will miss them! Very helpful communication with Shaunagh and Jane, thank you so much!

The house is truly unique, almost as beautiful as the photobook. It is located in an old rubber plantation in a huge area. Views in the distance on the holy mountain. Unfortunately, it's very abgelen and a longer bit tedious journey is necessary. Also, there are still a lot of potential in the cleanliness. Particularly in the tropics seems important to me. The same applies to the entire maintenance of the house.

Beautiful setting at one with nature. Fantastic food. Amazing experience going on a bike ride around the property , amongst paddy fields and surrounding mountains. Wifi is an issue but I think Shaunagh is going to improve that. House managers who are there to cook for you have very calming energy and allow you to feel at home, however English not so good, so sometimes things are not so clear. But I suppose that is the charm of the country! Their son is a great tuk tuk driver and I strongly recommend the drive to Amanawella temple it's just such a beautiful drive and all the locals are happy to see you, plus the walk up the very very high temple tower is really something!!!! Arrival --- We took the train from Colombo fort to Rambukana which was fantastic, stunning views, a little quicker than driving from Colombo and this way you can see and feel where you are going and coming from! And a car will pick you up from the station and drive you (1hr) from the station to the property. Get to Colombo fort station early and get your second class tickets (better views) and jump onto the train as fast as you can to get a seat! Or do what we did, sit in the doorway and let your legs hang out and feel the breeze and soak up the nature views!

The Guava House is simply a stunner. The pictures don't lie, this is exactly what it looks like. Hands down our most exotic experience in Sri Lanka. Apart from the house itself the surroundings and local community is an experience in itself. The complete absence of other tourists makes it very genuine. Shaunagh has been most helpful both regarding logistics (airport transfer and food) as well as local excursions. We climbed to the top of Bible Rock which offered fantastic vistas and an exciting jungle trek. It does require some physical abilities to do the climb, but most people will be perfectly able. The caretaker Jeyanthi took exceptionally good care of us, pool was always clean, beds were made and not least the food is simply fantastic. The best Rice & Curry we had in Sri Lanka. Lastly, Shaunagh's driver Kumar drives safe and smooth and has and airconditioned van. In sum most recommendable.

This is a very lovely, warm family, with two dogs, an uncle and his mother, the first day to Sri Lanka, let us experience the warmth of home, took us to eat snacks, and in the morning breakfast, my English is not good, patient told me Sri Lanka where pretty fun. Anyway, I for the family very satisfaction.

The listed property is a big and traditional family residence. A real home and good hints of the past life style of this country. Though old, the Host has tried to upkeep everything. On top, you enjoy cozy service by the 3 staff who attend you closely with luggage and at breakfast table. Nice breakfast too. What impress me most is Hosts enthusiastic attitude to help you. I feel staying with a good friend. Thank you Chitrupa and your great wife.

Chitrupa is a super nice host, a friendly and patient gentleman. He always replied me on airbnb before we checked in, and drove us to a supermarket nearby right after we arrived. I would surely recommend Chitrupa and his house to my friends who will visit Colombo.

The landlord boss super nice, I love my grandmother, every morning, a hearty breakfast different. There are two lovely dogs to burst. Next time you want to be sure to also check. Really the best Sri Lanka stayed in a favorite house.

i will recommend this house to everyone going to stay in Colombo. the full house is well decorated and you can see their work in every corner. there are 2 bedrooms on the second floor. one, especially appealling to girls, has 2 single bed. the other has one queensize bed and 2 single bed as well. both are equipped with good AC and are well-lit. you can see squirrels in the yard all the time. it has to be mentioned that Chitrupa and his family are sooooo nice. He is amazing amiable and help us in everything. also, the breakfast is unforgettable, as well as the two cute doggies. 强烈推荐!!超赞的房主!特别和蔼可亲!!房子在富人区,装修布置的特别精致,每个房间都有豪华的卫浴,有一个房间简直就是小公举房。早餐看到都要哭了,超好吃又漂亮。两只狗狗不要太可爱!!必须住啊真的。

Fantastic experience staying with Chitrupa family, it's a shame that we didn't meet Chitrupa, but his norther gave us warm welcome. Our room is beautifully arranged like a fairy tale, my husband and I had a sweet sleep. Next day morning, a wonderful breakfast is prepared, best pineapple and waffle I have ever tasted in my life. Two dogs are nice, sweet and quiet. Highly recommended, will stay there next time.

Chitputa is really nice and his house is so cute. good experience!

The house is very beautiful. The landlord is very warm, breakfast is very rich.

An amazingly beautiful space. Completely calm, quiet and serene. Gamagi and Shahan were perfect hosts and nothing was too much trouble. It was slightly pricey with regard to dinners compared to anywhere else I have stayed but the food was delicious and the experience itself makes it worth it. The cabins are beautifully done and the outdoor shower is the best I have had in Sri Lanka so far. The solar powered wifi is also the quickest I have experienced here. I didn't kite surf but the instructor is extremely knowledgable and passionate about his sport so you would be in great hands. I would definitely stay here again for the peace and quiet and relaxing sunsets.

Perfect! We got picked up by boat with our trolley, and suitcases.

Nice suit place amont coconut trees. Room are basic but clean. The staff is very nice.

Ruuk village is the perfect place to arrive, runterzufahren and disable. the whole place is built and furnished with loving attention to detail. after two days Ruuk village I myself felt so relaxed as usually weeks after two holidays. The cabanas are simple but I've never slept so well in Sri Lanka. keep it simple! like its slogan says. the hammocks invite you to linger. the locals on the spot do a great job, are always friendly and try an all wish to meet, and always with a smile. The food is delicious. authentic. (Ok. May not be quite as sharp as they would cook it for yourself ;-) The highlight for me as a solo traveler? that all guests eat together at a big table! anyway it's very informal and forth here. Come as a guest, leave as a friend. here is lived! what is daniel line with its kitestation here simply great. he also always has an open ear for the wishes of our guests. He is a brilliant, competent instructor of his job with much passion exerts. overall I was three weeks in Ruuk village and I felt very well. I can this place even for non kiter and unaccompanied recommend. for me an absolutely magical place I will definitely visit again!

Staying here was a wonderful and unique experience. The food was great, the place was untouched and beautiful, and there was one plenty to do, although we opted to just chill! You are definatly out in the elements staying here, so be prepared!

Ruuk Village was great! One can relax here well, kitesurfing but also many trips and in a great cozy service. Gladly again!

Great place! I'd def come back

Ruuk Village is an absolutely unique place to unwind and relax from everyday stress. After over a month traveling through Sri Lanka, I found my true peace here. However, I found much more! The concept of ruuk Village spoke to me immediately and I was able to see first-hand how much value Roshan sets out to make it as authentic as possible. The Eco Cabanas are designed like the whole place lovingly, all the staff are always friendly and helpful, especially on sustainable use of resources is respected. Rarely have I felt so comfortable in one place! The fantastic location ruuk Villages, bordering amidst the palm woods, adjacent to the beautiful lagoon, allows not only restful walks and bird / wildlife viewing, but also gives a unique insight into the lives of the local fishermen. All in all a perfect stay: quiet, rest, sun, beach, nice encounters and lots of laughs! Thank you!

This is one place I would always would like to go when I am in Srilanka. I have still not been able to find out any blissful place as this. We were group of 4 people and was warmly welcomed and has been taken care well. This place has everything. One can enjoy with a group of people and also have privacy. Its neat and clean. The best was the infinity pool overlooking the indian ocean. One can either stay in the pool and enjoy the view of go down to the sea for a snorkelling or do both. In single word, BLISS. Everything was perfect as it looked.

A group of 8 friends and I stayed at Thambilli for one short weekend and were delighted with everything, from the location to the house to the service. The house itself was as perfect as it could be- the pictures don't do it justice! As soon as we arrived we were greeted with welcome drinks and kind words. We had many questions and the staff were quick to answer and help out wherever needed. They served us breakfast both mornings along with a fabulous dinner on our only night there. They were always on our tails, serving us anything we wanted left and right. The house was top-notch but being treated like royalty by the staff is what put the icing on the cake. Fiammetta, the host, was also super easy to get in touch with and quick to reply to any questions I had before embarking on our journey. Thanks for a great stay at Thambilli- we'll definitely be back again soon!

Lovely stay at Thambili beach house. The staff are so helpful, especially Ranga the house manager who did everything he could to make us happy. The house is a special place for us, good vibes and beautiful view. It's our second time there and won't be our last! Thank you very much.

A very lovely location and staff are welcoming. Easy Tuk Tuk ride to great restaurants and beaches. The house is a little run down so paying premium price in holiday season is a little disappointing. However great sunsets and position

The house is simply AMAZING! Classy, chic, and architecturally beautiful. The entry to the property sets the stage for the rest of the home.The rooms are generously sized, the master bathroom was lovely, the pool area which is spectacular was much appreciated by our family of 7. The kitchen area is perfect,but it is not a fully functional kitchen, so if you plan to cook here, it will not work. There is a massage room, next to the pool , should you like an Ayurvedic massage here. We requested one, but the manager did not get back to us about it, availability may have been a problem. The view from the deck was magical. The sea breeze set in everyday around 4p, and enveloped the house and us! There are 2 young men who are caretakers, and are helpful. We chose to eat out for all our meals except for breakfast, as the quality was average. Fiametta was readily available to answer questions by email and her point of contact in Sri Lanka is her manager, Ranga, who is a pleasant man,connecting with him was a challenge as his email would bounce, and phone took multiple attempts. There is a resident dog that we were worried aboout, but he was not around for us, per our request. Water heater did not work the first day in the morning. There was a power cut for the whole day, the second day( not the owner's fault, something regional). Overall, I would highly, highly recommend this beautiful property!

This house is very tired, however it has a great view and stunning pool. If you want to self cater contact Fiammetta as during our stay there was no usable kitchen. The cook gave us a Sri Lankan cookery lesson, and my 17 year old son said it was the best curry he had ever had!

Fiametta and the villa staff could not have been more accommodating! Even before we arrived they assisted with transportation arrangements, scheduling activities and providing general guidance for a group that had never been the Sri Lanka before. This is no more evident than the amazing staff that went above and beyond whilst we were in Unawatuna to make our stay wonderful. We had a birthday in our group and the staff decorated the house and prepared a special birthday meal - it was truly memorable. Additionally, if there was an option each of us would have hired the cook and taken him with his - the food the villa provides was immensely more tasty than anything else we had on our trip! I cannot state enough how absolutely stunning the villa itself is. Perfectly located to be both close to town but also enough away that you and your group can feel isolated. The amenities at the villa are wondrous and truly my best experience on air b&B. Thank you so much for making our holiday special!

Villa saw that moment, really shocked! Absolutely beautiful than the picture! The villa got a very atmospheric, I love it

Benjamin is a wonderfully accommodating and pleasant host. Not only was he very helpful in terms of helping us catch my bearings in the city, but he also went out of his way to take us on a fantastic day trip to Kandy, and proved to be an informative and patient guide. The apartment itself is exactly the way it looks in the pictures, and the Sri Lankan breakfasts made by his wife that I enjoyed most mornings were a nice cherry on top of the icing. Would recommend this apartment and Benjamin to anyone.

Benjamin is a very kind host. His place is quite cozy. The house is near ocean and the room is in good condition. AC works great and no mosquito at all in the room.

It was a nice stay at Benjamin's residence. Nice clean room & washroom. Benjamin helped us to booked a taxi for 2:30 am for airport. Only suggestion for people those who have more baggage is, since the room is on second floor it will be difficult to carry it to the second floor. Less baggage wont be any issue. Overall it was nice stay. Thanks Benjamin. - Amit Mayekar.

We had a nice 2 day stay within thr appartment. A tidy and quiet place (in the busy colombo) to start or end your travels through sri lanka. We had a warm welcome from Benjamin and his family!

A very enjoyable stay. Benjamin is very keen to ensure that everything goes well and you're within walking distance of everything in Mount Lavinia. Nice shower with view of sky. Would definitely stay again

very nice place, convenient and you can walk to the beach to see the beautiful sunset

Very happy to live in Benjamin's house, and photos are exactly the same, surrounded by burger king and other fast food, it is convenient, not far to the beach. Independent room stairs privacy is very good, that there is no place to hang clothes or put clothes in the room. In short, Mount Lavinia able to live in this house price or value for money. Finally, the landlord gave a small gift. Thanks Benjamin.

Benjamin was fantastic. Always helpful and willing. One of the kindest hosts we have ever met. Gave us breakfast on our first morning. Some advise on sights to see. Arranged transport when ever we needed it. Also allowed us to stay longer than normal on our last day and gave us a parting gift.

Great and clean house.. I enjoyed the swimming pool in the roof and the breakfast

Nelun' place is absolutely gorgeous - great architecture and was thoroughly impressed by the open bath. Very hospitable and generous. Chandra the housekeeper was a perfect darling taking care of every detail with style. Overall great experience and highly recommend it to all.

Imagine this - arriving in Sri Lanka on an early morning flight with minimal planning and a phone battery that was dying. Turning up at your hosts place, and realising that you had mistakenly booked for the following day! Whoops, travel fail by me. When I found myself in this position, Nelun kindly went out of her way to accommodate me despite the fact that I booked incorrectly, saving me the hassle of running around Colombo trying to find a place - for which I'll be eternally grateful. Everything else about the place was great too!

Pleasant stay at Nelun's place. One of the best accommodations we had in Sri Lanka.

We are very thankful to Nelun for making our first night in Colombo so easy ! Our flight arrive very early and the housekeeper let us drop our luggage, made us a breakfast and had a little nap ! The flat is cosy and modern, I highly recommend Nelun !

Neluns place was the first contact point of our journey in SriLanka. It was a great start and we felt very welcome! Big thanks to the nice house keeper lady who was so kind to us.

The location is central and away from the main road, so it is quiet and private. There are little shops close by for basic shopping needs, and a supermarket within walking distance. We didn't have any problems traveling across Colombo and returning to the place.

Nelun's accomodation was okay, we stayed there for only one night. The room is quiet nice and looks like on the pictures. The service was great and very friendly.

This has been one of the best trips of my life! Such a beautiful house with a view that's pretty hard to beat! Manoj and Sujeeva are the most accomodating staff and just great guys! The food that they cooked for us was delicious!! I can't recommend Unakanda enough to anyone thinking of travelling to Unawatuna.

Wonderful place! Although is up the hill, the tuk tuks take you everywhere in a matter of minutes. The house is wonderful and charming and Manoj and the team are the best! Great, calm and wonderful house! We highly recommend it!

We spent 6 nights at unakanda, the house is very comfortable, well located, the pool and the great view. Manoj also great and Sue ... Manoj us cuisine every night of great dinners, we had pancakes every morning at breakfast, we put Sue bouquets of flowers every day on the table they are really adorable. We will return to unakanda with pleasure. I definitely recommend this villa.

Fantastic place. Service is excellent. The cooking skills of the staff marvelous. The house is well designed and situated at a top of a hill with a wonderful view in an authentic Sri Lankan community. The garden is inviting for some relaxing hours reading.

Very relaxing home with a great pool and fantastic food. We would love to come back.

My husband and I had an amazing stay at Unakanda. When I first wrote to Shar & Tim, what attracted me the most to this villa was how beautifully responsive and prompt they were. This place is designed by Tim with a lot of love and reflects warmth and positivity. The Infinity pool was the undoubtedly best part of the villa. The main men at the villa - Manoj and Chi took great care of us to make sure our stay was comfortable. Chi cooked some delicious srilankan meals for us . The home was clean and the bed was very comfortable. Though the force of shower in the bathrooms was not strong enough, the baths were luxurious & spacious. Loved the beautifully designed outdoor bath area with the tub! This was definitely one of the best romantic gateways we've had and we already have plans to visit Unakanda yet again!

Fabulous. Stay here is all we can say. As reiterated by other guests, Unakanda is a wonderful escape, you won't want to leave and will definitely want to go back, don't hesitate to book and see for yourselves. Sincerest thanks to all.

It is a lovely place with a very nice view. You'll be we'll look after. There are 2 cellular phone towers on the other side of the street. They don't spoil the view but you should know they are close. Also we had quite a lot of mosquitoes. Apparently due to the unusually long rainy season. Travelling with young kids it did matter to me.

Rukmal was the perfect host. Honest, Interesting and fun. He picked us up late and delivered our bags into town the day we left and never asked for any rupees. Great egg hoppers breakfast with palm treacle pancakes. The tree house is very sweet and was lit up with lanterns when we arrived. Wish we could of had more time there to explore the area.

This place may have changed my life. There is epic mountain wind, animals scuffling around, and I drink a beer to welcome the Milky Way Galaxy the pitch black night brings. Rukmal and friends provided me with excellent hospitality and words of wisdom. Na zdraví!

It was our first time in a tree house, and we absolutely loved it there! And Rukmal being a great host made our stay even better. Given a chance, we'd be more than keen to go back! Lovely place, lovelier host!

It was a real adventure staying in Rukmals treehouse. It is the best "camping" experience I've had. Rukmal was easy to contact and happy to pick us up and drop us in town when we needed as the place itself is a little off the beaten track. Thanks rukmal

The room is so cozy. It is totally different with another tree house that we stayed the night before. For those who are afraid of insects, you don't need to worry. The room is dry enough and bathroom is in a separate house. There are lanterns and fires set up outside and along the pathways to keep the insects away from the house. Bathroom is clean and comfortable. A cold water bath in the jungle is so cool and fun. Rukmal is very nice, helpful and patient. I might have make some annoying requests but he did try his best to help us. We had have a enjoyable stay.

We had an incredible time staying in Rukmal's treehouse. We had delicious traditional Sri Lankan breakfast every morning, amazing surroundings to explore and Rukmal's company was also a special treat. 3 nights at the treehouse in Habarana was just not enough time. We would definitely come back again!

Dear beloved cotravelers! Rukmal is one of the nicest Airbnb hosts that i ever met, we were truly excepted when we came to the place. He pick us up in Habarana with his tuk tuk and take us to his place (because 3 students from Slovenia are really confused) So he greet us all with tea and show us everything that we needed. He also took us to see the elephant and his keeper. It was really incredible experience standing so near the elephant. We really have awesome time also in the evenings, we just played some music and talked about everything. The next day he recommend not to go Sigiriya, because the entrance is pretty expensive, so we went together to Pidurangala Cave Rock and Temple and in that moment when we came up to the rock, for me the feeling standing there, just chilling and with that amazing view it was really awesome! Thank you Rukmal for everything again and i hope to see you again (Maybe in Slovenia)

Our night in this treehouse was way better than we have expected! Staying there you feel like a part of that unbelievable Sri Lanka's nature. Without thinking recommend it to everyone! By the way, hosts are pretty friendly, funny and caring:)

Peacock Villa is a nice and comfortable place, and Charindu and his family are fantastic hosts. They are friendly and helpful, and run the place like real pros. The place gets all the basics right: it's clean, beds are comfortable, wi-fi is fast and reliable, a restaurant serving good Sri Lankan food is just across the street. And Peacock Villa totally lives up to its name - you will see a fair few peacocks, and in the most unexpected places. Nice!

The house is clean and beautiful, and the host is kind and warm-hearted. 6 minutes walk to the beach. Plus, the host is surprisedly handsome. Do you have girlfriend??

Wonderful place to stay in! You'll love it. From the moment you get there until you leave. Make sure you get binoculars if you're on the 1st floor as the view from the balcony is great & you can spot many of the forest's life going about. Charindu is very kind & his father even gave us a tour of the plantation behind the villa.

We highly recommend this unique guesthouse set away from the main road of Mirissa, but easily accessible to the nearby stunning beach within 10 minutes walk. The guesthouse is very peaceful with its surrounding beautiful foliage and wildlife. The room is spacious and very clean with the mosquito nets being a godsend. Charindu is a real gentleman and went out of his way to help us organise day trips, as well as drop us off at the local train station. Highly recommend staying here if you want an authentic Sri Lankan experience!

Wow! Peacock villa far exceeded our expectations. My husband and i have been traveling through SE Asia for 8 months and this was one of our favorite hotels so far. The room was large and beautiful with excellent views off the balcony. The staff was friendly and helpful. We received 2 complimentary water bottles and chocolate bars each day. The villa is a short pleasant walk away from the beach and main road. We would definitely recommend this place!

Charindu was very welcoming and helpful throughout our stay - a lovely young man. Our room was beautiful - spacious and with great views over the fields and nearby hills. Charindu and his family are busy building a new block of rooms next door so there was some disruption (but the price was reduced accordingly). When the new build, complete with restaurant, is finished, Peacock Villa will be wonderful. The location is good - just a few minutes from the beach. What made this venue so special was all the attention to detail - Charindu had thought of everything and the little touches like candles, good toiletries, games, books etc made our stay feel even more special. I would thoroughly recommend Peacock Villa and the host, Charindu. This was our favourite place to stay in Sri Lanka.

Nice house with great view! Thanks to the pick up and welcome drink. The room is clean and the universal socket really helps a lot.

great,neat and comfortable

Ruwan was the most incredible host we encountered on our 10 day trip around Sri Lanka. The accommodation is basic but sufficient though care needs to be taken on the short but slightly uneasy walk to town along to rail tracks. There is also a lovely view from the balcony of the rooms. However Ruwan's personal touch is really what makes this homestay stand out, He is extremely helpful and so warm and welcoming that I cannot begin to describe! In all circumstances we felt like he went out of his way to ensure that we were well looked after, even going the lengths to wake at 5am to assist to purchase our train tickets and buying us a packed breakfast for the journey. Dinner was delicious and plentiful as was breakfast, if anything I would say portions are too much! Overall a heartening memorable stay!

My first AirBnB and the standard has been set incredibly high!! Ruwan was at the train station waiting to meet me (but unfortunately couldn't find us) which was completely unexpected. Breakfast exceptional and I very much doubt you can beat the views of Ella from the balcony. You simply have to stay here if in Ella.

We enjoyed very much Ella, the guide to go to Ella'rock which knows the best path to go to the top. The nice Chili plade and the atmosphere for Christmas unique

Village view is a nice small guest house tucked away behind the train station. It's easy to get to and it's a quick five minute walk into town. Ruwan was nice and helpful. I appreciated his connections for tourist attraction guides.

Ruwan's place is lovely. The balcony has a fantastic view and the breakfast each morning was delicious! Bathroom could have been a little bit cleaner but overall we had a nice stay.

Really was incredible. We arrived at more or less 10.00h o'clock on morning and Ruwan talked with a tuk tuk driver. He taked us our bagage and explained us all about Ella. He went with us to showed us where we must go for our security!!

We had a wonderful stay with Ruwan! The views and food in particular were amazing- best breakfast with everything you can imagine and amazing rice and curry (the best I had in Sri Lanka) cooked by his lovely wife. Ruwan was so helpful, he met us in town and then came back later to show us the route in. Would definitely recommend this lovely guesthouse with such a great host!

Ruwan was a great host picking us up from train station on tuktuk :) The views from the room are incredible and we enjoyed easily the best breakfast we had in Sri lanka

We had very nice stay at The Tree House. Family was very nice and breakfasts and the dinner they made for us were delicious! Beach and the main road are both very close. Room was great but a little hot, but we were okay with that. Would recommend.

Ravindu and family were kind and helpful. They cooked us lovely food and made us feel at home. The tree house was lovely. Only downside was the dogs howling in the middle of the night! Thanks for a wonderful stay.

A very sweet and caring host and the treehouse was just wonderful. Basic but suited all of our needs.

Very simple but cozy treehouse. Nice chilled atmosphere and friendly hosts

We had a great stay at the tree house! Had been looking forward to it for a while and exceeded our expectations. This is quite a luxurious spot up in the trees! Too bad we could only stay one night but have good memories of our short stay. The Sri Lankan breakfast provided was delicious and it's nice to be so close to the beach!

Owner's sister is really very beautiful, her child is a cute little boy, will always take his paintings to share with me. Sister made Sri Lanka a traditional breakfast, as well as mixed with raisins and coconut and banana rice, a perfect match, very tasty. I heard that the owner was a chef working in a Japanese restaurant, but did not see him, I hope next time have the opportunity to see him. Room, you can hear the sound of the sea, not many people, you feel the whole beach is great. Location is not difficult to arrive, often to and from the bus. If there are vacancies, soon set right. A rare good room

Landlady very gentle, that amount may be enough to eat breakfast, buy something prepared with their own proposals

Me and my girl stayed in this tree house for 7 nights. Such a lovely host family who can help you with everything. Great local breakfast every morning with fresh fruit. Amazing beds and really clean. Their kid (dino) is amazing too! We had such a great week hopefully see ya next year again!

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My husband and I stayed at Olly's place for one night before leaving Sri Lanka, and Olly's place was our first airbnb stay and we are so happy with our decision. Olly was always responsive and her place is conveniently located, clean and had an amazing view. Thanks for making our first airbnb stay and last night of Sri Lanka fantastic!

Olly and her family were very sweet and welcoming. The apartment was super clean, bright and new with amazing sea views, it was exactly what we needed after a long flight. We will definitely stay here again the next time we pass this way.

Ollie and her family made us really welcome. They sent us helpful information before we arrived and then continued to be great whist we stayed in the apartment. They were happy to help and left you alone and gave you space if you didn't. The apartment is clean, has a great view of the ocean and is in easy walking distance to shops, the train and several yummy restaurants. Thanks for a lovely stay!

Great place to stay with wonderful view

Oh the view was just amazing!!!! Waking up looking at the ocean was simply superb.The house was well kept, plenty of utensils and crockeries. The location was ideal, not too close to the city but not too far from the city either. The host was amazing, had everything ready for us before we arrived. Can't wait to go back :)

Olly is a very, very nice landlord! The house is absolutely amazing value, praise! Here are my friends and I come Lanka tour first stop journey tired we first saw the house Olly liked - very clean, facing the sea, very transparent light and spacious. Apartment building rooftop swimming pool, in the evening we went to the roof to see the stars and fireflies night could hardly be more like it! ! !

The apartment was lovely, spacious clean and well located. Good cooking and cleaning facilities and the balcony was great. Olly was very attentive and quick to respond. Would recommend!

We stayed at the place as a family if three with our 10 months old baby and absolutely loved it. The staff was so helpful and brought us a baby bed, we were able to prepare her food in the kitchen and she could crawl around safely. Every morning, we got breakfast from the hotel close to the house delivered to our place which was absolutely delicious. The area was amazing too, with the beautiful beach so close, green parrots in the palm trees besides the house and many more other animals that crossed our way from time to time. Staying here was one of the best parts of our Sri Lanka trip and in terms of what you got for what we paid, this was definitely the highlight. Thanks!

Lovely little house with nice veranda, just inside the gate of the beautiful park of Little Tamarind, a small hotel with 4 rooms and a great restaurant with an amazing view. Two beaches and different restaurants on walking distance. Tangalle and Paradise Beach by tuk tuk. Very frienly staff, always willing to help you arrange trips in the neighbourhood.Basis kitchen to make your own breakfast or simple meal. The house is near a small village road and other houses, but most of the time very quiet. We definitely would like to come back here.

Orli & Eli's place is in a beautiful private spot surrounded by lush garden and grounds. We initially stayed in the little house but when we saw the views from the main house upgraded to one of the mini suites.. The staff were brilliant especially 'P' as he had some great recommendations for the surrounding area. If like us your not content with stunning Silent Beach we would recommend hiring a scooter to get around.

At Little Tamarind you can enjoy a little sweet guesthouse just for yourself. The place is clean and offers enough space including a kitchen. The bed has a moscito net. The shower is not heated, but the temperature is still okay. We stayed for just one night and during that night the dogs from the neighbours ground were barking very long. The host family is just amazing. We felt very welcomed and were treated like hotel guests. A big plus is the fact that you can have breakfast, lunch and dinner even on your own terrace or on the main guesthouse restaurant on the top with an amazing view. The food is very, very good. The location is just perfect also because the silent beach is in walking distance (3 minutes). This is the best beach we have seen so far in whole Sri Lanka. Highly recommended!

We had a wonderful stay at Little Tamarind. Great location, close to a beautiful beach. The house was clean and we enjoyed a great meal in the evening made by the gartner. We had a special experience in which we played cricket with the neighouring children and were invited in for tea. Thanks for letting us stay at your place!

We rested for a week in early December. Immediately I can say this place is not for those who are accustomed to "a Luxury 'holiday. The hot water in the house no. Insects of all kinds just darkness. Infrastructure or what not in walking distance. The road to the beach takes just 5 minutes, but it can not be called beautiful. First you go through the village, then go down for whatever deserted staircase. We went to the beach Amanwella. Very clean, thanks to a great hotel that cleans on the beach. The people or anyone. Waves suitable for swimming. The beach has a bar in it, we did not order or anything. Molested noted. We were met by the manager - Prasana, he lives with his family in the territory of Little Tamarind. Thanks to him, our impression of this place remains positive. Very friendly, helpful and kind. He helped us with everything. We had a car we could drive in Tangale buy necessary products and cook on the stove in the house. Little Tamarind restaurant is closed, as well as the hotel itself. It operates only house in which we stayed.

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We had spent 15 days in Sri Lanka and this little corner of paradise remains one of our best memories ... if not the BEST ONE! The remarkable reception (Thanks Prassana) an amazing cook (t Kumota me it seems), and a team with image of friendly countries and customer service. The region TANGALE is wonderful and a little tour of TUK TUK and you're on a beach alone in the world among coconut palms, turquoise waters and warm. The house is notable, in the middle of nature and Sri Lanka with an adorable neighborhood. Tip: Take at least one meal and breakfast is fabulous !!! If we go back to Sri Lanka is on c we return Andre

Nimal is a great host ! His place has a super nice view from the balcony and I really enjoyed the breakfast time and tea time surrounded by beautiful nature. He is also a great guide. He took me to the waterfall, tea field (I also enjoyed tea leaves picking there) and the peak of Ella rock ( I don't think you need a guide for the little adams peak, but it's better to have a guide for the Ella rock). and his family are also nice people. His place is definitely worth staying ;)

Chamodya homestay is the perfect place to enjoy the lovely Ella. The view from the terrace is amazing! Recommended to set your alarm for sunrise and enjoy the view and sounds of the jungle waking up. Nilu and her family are the best hosts! We really felt at home. Always smiling and willing to give you advice. We were welcomed with tea and cake. Nilu makes an excellent rice and curry. The breakfast is also great with fresh juice, fruits and hoppers. Nilu even woke up early to serve us breakfast at 5:30 (!!!) because we wanted to catch the early train to Ella. I think this is the best place to stay when in Ella. Only a 10 min walk to the main road. Nilu and family, thanks so much for making our stay in Ella unforgetable!

View from chamodya homestay is breathtaking but what makes this place truly special is the host ajm nimal. He looked after us really well. He is super helpful and friendly. Hoping to meet him again :)

We had a great stay with awesome views. The family was very welcoming and friendly.

Great view, good food, very friendly atmosphere, very clean place .. what else do you need ? Nimal was very kind and went with me to Ella rock, showed me the plantations etc.. Thank you nimal !

I stayed with my son (6 years old) for 3 nights. We were very pleased. Nimal, the owner of the hotel, beautiful and friendly people! He did everything for our comfort and interesting rest, helped buy a lovely tea. Many thanks to him! Ella, it is a magical place! The hotel beautiful view from the terrace - you can sit for hours and enjoy the mountains, waterfall, all this incredible beauty! we walked through the mountains to the waterfall, swam in the river. Good room, clean, warm water, there was virtually no mosquitoes. All the staff are very friendly and welcoming. Tasty meal- Nimal prepared especially for us! Many delicious fruits for breakfast and dinner. We met with the family Nima - lovely people! Happy and dream again come here to live longer! I would recommend this place !!!

rare address: great location and very attentive and friendly host. Two days in Nimal. Arriving by train to Kandy, Nimal welcomes us to the station by his broad smile and tuk tuk takes us to his B & B. It is ideally located in a quiet 10 minutes walk from the main street and above all, the room opens onto a terrace with a breathtaking view of the rock of Ella, the waterfall and the little Adam's Peak. Enjoy a breakfast prepared by Nimal Sri Lankai on the terrace in front of this landscape is a paradise side. To visit the Ella rock by dispensing guide, Nimal you draw a plan to prepare for your onward journey, Nimal you find a good plan, but without ever forcing the hand. You can eat a great curry on the terrace and asked the day before to cook it for you. It is a host who enjoys sharing what he knows and does everything for its travelers spend a great time. If the place is free, please. Good news, he is preparing two other rooms! :-) Thank you for all Nimal

The View is awesome!! We stayed only one night at Nimals Place but it was one of the best during our time in Sri Lanka. Nimal gave us a very warm welcome and did everything to make our stay perfect. He organized tickets for the train next day, explained us where to go in Ella and served delicious dinner and breakfast. It was a pleasure to meet him and if we ever come back to Sri Lanka we definitely visit Chamodya Homestay again!