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Dinesh and Sumudu's place is gorgeous! Lots of space and it's clean and designed well. Swimming pool is amazing! Their family is sweet and warm welcoming. Dinesh was super friendly and helped with all questions we had. Also we were blown away by Sri Lankan breakfasts cooked by a nice lady. Also sometimes someone played by the piano La-la land theme in the evening. Such a romantic atmosphere! It was such a pleasure to stay in this place :) We enjoyed every minute spent in this lovely house. Extremely recommend!

A quiet, spacious and wonderful place in the nature where you can relax! The hosts are so friendly and helpful with everything! Was a wonderful time to end our trip in Sri Lanka!

The apt was not so easy to find but Sumudu gave our driver precise instructions so that we could get to our paradise destination quite quickly. We were warmly welcomed with cookies and a drink. What was somehow not so clear to us is that we had 2 rooms. A master bedroom with bath and shower and a "relax room" also with bath and connection to the pool. It was really unique. The house of the two is incredibly large and beautiful! We felt very very comfortable and the breakfast was amazing! The two also had their own tuk tuk driver, which explained the way home. We wrote a what's app to Dinesha or Sumudu and a short time later the driver was there. Very nice and careful driving TukTuk driver We can only recommend this accommodation to everyone, it is pure luxury and relaxation. Thank you very much we will be back!

This stunning old property, restored by the owners and surrounded by trees, is amazing. Dinesh and Samudu couldn’t be more helpful, the breakfast is great and the pool at the back of the room is a very nice touch! We hope to return!

We stayed as a couple for 5 nights in this charming property. When we arrived we were more than overwhelmed by the beauty of this property. The location is just outside of Galle, in the middle of a tropical garden with a variety of animals, plant fruits and spices. It was a pleasure for us to walk through the garden with Dinesh and Sumudu and to admire the biodiversity. The accommodation is many times more beautiful than in the photos. The private pool is wonderfully cool (the pool is actually on the roof). The room had an air conditioning system, but we hardly used it because the temperature was very pleasant. Dinesh is a superhost who really organizes everything, transfer from the airport to Katagerama, Tuck Tuck everywhere in the vicinity, to the beach .... The breakfast was sensationally delicious and every day there was something different ... delicious, Dinesh tried very hard to serve us something different for dinner ... there was absolutely nothing that could have been better .. many thanks for that wonderful days with you .. with kind regards Angelika and Klaus

A lovely place to stay with friendly and attentive hosts!

Everything was good at Dinesh & Sumudu place ! We recommend !

My husband and I stayed at Dinesh and Sumudu's wonderful place during our excursion to Sri Lanka. Dinesh greeted us upon arrival and we all had a friendly chat about the history of his villa, sites to see, and Sri Lanka in general. The place was fantastic, the breakfasts were phenomenal, the wildlife at night was breathtaking, and the private pool was relaxing after a lazy beach day. We give this place 6/5 stars - they are the hosts that boast the most! Highly recommend!

Host was lovely, he helped us arrange transport easily and gave us local tips. He even provided us breakfast to go for our early train ride one morning.

Great little place. Champs dad was brilliant. Champ organised a taxi from the airport, and was great at keeping communicating with us. We only stayed one night and wished we’d stayed longer - just for the hospitality. The pool is very nice, room great, and thanks for giving us a fantastic take away breakfast for the early morning train. Highly recommended.

Loved Champ’s parents place - the garden is amazing and the room ever nicer than in the pictures. The Sri Lankan breakfast was also one of the best we’ve had here! Really recommend this as a little oasis to stay slightly out of the city centre when visiting Kandy.

The room was very nice and it was great to have a fridge to keep cool water in and a way to make extra coffee/tea. Hosts were very friendly and accommodating. Breakfasts were delicious.

Beautiful house with nice host. Bed is big and confortable. You have to walk 15-20 min or take a tuk tuk to reach the center . But the distance is not a problem. Just sad that due to the oasis inside we did not have lot of sun around the pool.

Loved our stay here!!! An absolute oasis in busy Kandy with monkeys and birds in the beautiful garden and the prettiest bedroom we stayed in during our trip. Its a short drive into the centre of Kandy, but having seen how hectic it is, we were glad to have a bit of calm. The very best thing about this gem of a place however is Champ’s dad, such a friendly and knowledgeable man! We were only here for one afternoon / evening and were a bit unsure of the best plan. He arranged the perfect itinirary (gardens, a wander around the lake, kandyan dancing, temple visit and a great dinner spot) and booked our Tuk Tuk driver Gehan who picked us up and dropped us off for the whole day for a very reasonable fixed price. He was bang on time, every single pick up, and answered all of our questions about the city. If you want to get through traffic in a hurry - Gehan is your man. He took us to a lovely lookout point on our way home at the end of the day. Champ’s dad was also brilliant at giving advice for our train to Ella the next day, arranged for Gehan to take us to the station and packed us a lovely breakfast for our trip. Would recommend to anyone looking for a very warm welcome, and a bit of peace away from the city.

Perfect peaceful retreat in chaotic kandy. Great and very helpful host with amazing authentic and filling breakfast!

Thank you so much, we had a lovely stay in Kandy. they helped arrange transport with our trip and with recommendations as to where to eat and drink. The place really did feel like a paradise within the city!

Superb room, very clean and very cozy. Really a favorite! Very caring host, who really puts you at ease. In a beautiful district, we are calm while being a few minutes by tuk tuk from places to visit. If you go through Colombo I can only advise you to come and stay with Gayathri

Wonderful stay!

Very much nice place to stay with comfort and good hospitality! It's truly a value for money experience! If you are a creative and well read person this is a place for you! Very clean, peaceful place closer to public transport, good hotels! So Gayathri's stay gave us a very good start for holiday in Sri Lanka! Thank you!

We absolutely loved our stay here! Our taxi was kindly organised from the airport to the Airbnb resulting in a seamless late night arrival. The room was cosy and cute. Further, we were cooked a nourishing breakfast when we woke the next day. Had lovely chats with the host. Highly recommend. Above and beyond.

Very Nice - in a quiet area. This way you get to see the greener side of Colombo.

Gayathri's lovely home is in a quiet and paceful neighborhood. However the hustle and bustle of the city center is just a short tuk tuk ride away. The house itself is bright, clean and very comfortable. Gayathri was extremely helpful in giving me the confidence to navigate around Colombo, after an international flight. This was a great introduction to Colombo. Thanks so much, Gayathri!

Such a lovely stay. Fresh, Comfy and Clean. A home away from home!! The library was mesmerizing... felt so wonderful to have such an exquisite collection of books at my leisure... Sweetest staff.

Wonderful place to stay ( i stayed here twice now). Lovely household people, great and warm host, lovely area to stay, rooms are wonderful.

Great location near town but away from the bustle. Sri Lankan breakfast was excellent. Hosts were attentive and helpful

We had a great stay at Buddhi! The entire accommodation is very nice, you feel right at home. The rooms are extremely clean and stylish. Buddhi is a great host, we can also highly recommend TukTuk driver Gila (organized via Buddhi) :) A great extra, of course, is the pool! Breakfast was delicious too. Definitely recommendable!

Lovely spot, just up the road from the main strip (10 mins walk or so) and a lovely quiet retreat. Easy and helpful communication with the host 😊

Great rooms and super helpful team. The view from the rooms is amazing! Definitely eat the traditional breakfast :)

We had a great 3 night stay at Buddhi’s place! He is so nice and helpful and same with the other staff members. The room was simple and just what we needed. We enjoyed a hot shower and comfortable bed at the end of our adventure packed days. The breakfast was also a delight to enjoy in the morning. We would recommend staying here!

Buddhi and his cousin are super kind and relaxed! This place is close to downtown, close to nature. The weather however makes such a difference. Our first day it was super misty so we couldn’t see anything and it was cold (bring something warm when you go in low season) but the next day it was sunny and we were surprised with the a beautiful view of the mountains en waterfalls. On our last day the road to Yala was blocked and Buddhi’s cousin drove us to Yala via a different route in a massive van which was awesome!

Friendly staff, incredible view and great food! Perfect place to relax in Ella.

Beautiful view over the mountains and waterfall. Next door is a large hotel in renovation / construction, view of Little Adams Peak a bit limited, but still beautiful. Surrounded by nature sounds. Walk to the center of Ella 15min downhill / 20min uphill. To the train station way over the rails about 10 minutes.

Wonderful place to stay, staff were very friendly and helpful

We had a great time with Phil and Wathsala, they are great hosts and have an amazing home. We felt very comfortable in our lovely room and enjoyed all the amenities: the pool, the gardens and the lounge. I had an amazing massage whilst there, a wonderful experience. We also had some delicious meals there! The location is great, walking distance to the beach, many shops and restaurants. Highly recommended!

We had a fabulous, relaxing two night stay at The Spice House, Mirissa. Excellent prompt, detailed communication from our host Phil from the moment we booked. A warm welcome, a comfortable, well thought out room with a recently added balcony with two two sun beds and a great view. Excellent food served overlooking the garden. Watching the mischievous monkeys was a bonus! Transport and whale watching arranged by Phil. Highly recommended! Thanks Phil all the best, Rosemary and Rob

Beautiful guest house, lovely hosts, great food! I’d definitely recommend this place.

This is a must recommend place. The staff was top notch and they were able to help me out before and during my stay. Through them I was able to arrange transport from Colombo to Mirissa and also booked other activities through them. The place is in an excellent location, only a short walk to the beach and great restaurants. The room was spacious and the property was perfect for relaxing. My only regret is that I didn't book a longer stay. If and when I come back to Mirissa, I will stay here again!

We stayed in the Lemongrass room at The Spice House, and from the moment of arrival we were blown away by this place. The house is lovely, the gardens beautifully landscaped, with a gorgeous pool area. The Lemongrass room is tucked away at the end of the garden, it is a very spacious room, with a lovely bathroom. The balcony has a day bed, a hammock and a deck chair, and we loved sitting here in the morning to read, or to watch the monkeys playing around. We ate dinner at the The Spice House on two evenings and the food was absolutely amazing, some of the best meals of our whole trip! It was also a nice opportunity to meet some of the other guests. I would recommend this place in a heartbeat to anyone visiting Mirissa. The people who run it are so friendly and helpful, and can't do enough to make your stay comfortable.

An absolutely beautiful little haven in Mirissa. Calm and quiet with lovely attentive hosts. The accommodation is stylish and super clean, the pool area looks over a jungle where we watched monkeys playing and the food is delicious. Only wish we could have stayed longer! We came on a recommendation and will definitely recommend you to anyone travelling in Sri Lanka. Many thanks 😊

Can't recommend this place highly enough. The property is stunning, the rooms are lovely, air-conditioned, clean and comfortable. The host and staff could not be more accommodating, thoughtful and welcoming. Seriously, could not have asked for a better stay. If you go to Mirissa, do yourself a favor and stay at The Spice House!!

Magical place! Just perfect for the two of us

RECOMMENDED TO ALL THOSE WHO WISH TO RELAX IN THE GREEN OF SRI LANKA ... SIMPLY FANTASTIC

AMAZING experience!! We had the best time away from the hustle bustle of busy lives, and the most relaxing 3 days. The property is very well done and the hospitality is fantastic. The care takers of the property did everything to make our stay the best possible. Will definitely come back again!

It was great! Thanks to Jeyanthi and Sudhama for the great food. It was a pleasure to stay in guava house.

Guava is a magical place perfect for chilling in the sun by the pool, consuming wonderful Sri Lankan cuisine amongst the sounds of the jungle. Perfect for small and big groups this was the perfect was to end our trip. We will be back!

Guava House is AMAZING!! Literally, like paradise. The location is private and just STUNNING. Jeyanthi is amazing, her service and care is so special and gentle. We visited as part of our honeymoon and we couldn’t be happier. We will definitely be back and for longer! Recommend to everyone interested in relaxing, meditating and having fun! ❤️

An idyllic property which provided a relaxing retreat on our Sri Lanka trip. The property was perfect for my wife and It would be great to enjoy with a larger contingent!

We had a lovely time at Guava House - such a magical setting! What made the experience even more special was the care and attention we received from Jeyanthi and her husband. Jeyanthi is a fabulous cook & she was happy to accommodate our requests. Thank you for a lovely stay Shaunagh.

Nice place. Very clean with good bathroom and balcony. Benjamin good, fast communicator. Internet connection good. I enjoyed my stay and would book again if I return to Colombo

The room is very nice and spacious and from the house it’s just a ten minute walk to the beach. Benjamin was a really nice host!

Perfect place to stay. Kind host will help with everything. Recommend to other guests!

Hospitable, told how to get to the ocean, where is the store. Unobtrusive))) helped call a taxi and talk with locals, so that we understand))

Fantastic and quiet stay hidden away from the hustle and bustle of Colombo. The outdoor area was lovely. We loved being able to finish a day exploring the city with a Lion lager on Mt Lavinia Beach just a short walk away. Thank you Benjamin!

Nice and quiet place in busiest Colombo

Great place to stay. Just as shown in pictures. Thank you Benjamin. We had a great time!

As we stayed twice at his place and went to the Maldives in between, Benjamin took care of our luggage as we didn't have to bring everything along. When we returned from the Maldives we arrived at 01:00 at night. Benjamin told us we could call him and he would open the door for us and so he did. He was very helpful and we really enjoyed our stay!

Really loved staying at the beautiful Soto House. Nestled a few mins away from the busy Hiri beach and down a quiet street where all you can hear is wildlife. The house is stylish, has a lot of character and very clean! It’s conveniently next to MOND which has the best coffee and breakfast in Hiri - we went there every morning without fail. Renato and Jessica were super helpful, smooth checkin and gave us lots of tips on where to eat and drink in the local area. Really recommend staying at Soto House and will be staying there again on my next visit!

I can highly recomend this place for anyone that's planning to visit the Hiriketiya area. Really nice and stylish house that really makes you feel at home right away. Even better then the pictures are showing. Also good and easy communication with Jessica which made the visit very smooth.

Soto House is a wonderful place to relax, just be and enjoy. The location is perfect; the beautiful surfing beach right around the corner and yet not in the middle of the hustle and bustle a bit off the main road. During our stay the house was cleaned daily and the beds made; the housekeeper left us flowers, typical pastries and fruit juices. Better than in the hotel! Jessica and Renato are very helpful, open and friendly and gave us great tips for our stay. Even a scooter was organized for us within less than an hour! The Hotel Mond by Jessica and Renato is located right next to the Soto Haus and is a great address with its café! Try it out: Full Moon Lassie and the Pain au chocolat! :-) We had a perfect stay and will definitely be back! Preferably next year. :-)

We love mond! 10/10

Enjoyed staying and having the whole house to myself. It's a great location and a nice refuge at the end of the day.

beautiful place well localize in a small street between two beach next to a great café for breakfast, very calm, good place to have a break. All the best guys

Minimalistic and stylish getaway in a cute hipster and surf village, next to many Cafés and Restaurants. The beautiful beach is only 2 mins away by walk and Jessica and Renato were always super friendly and helpful when in need for any kind of tipps. Totally recommend it!

My family and I had a wonderful stay at Soto house despite a bit of rain. Plenty of space indoors and outdoors while keeping dry to play cards (that Renato kindly bought us) and super close to beautiful Hiriketiya beach. We would happily come back here.

Great space outside of the hustle and bustle of Kandy. There are still roadworks outside so it’s not quite as peaceful as it could be, but they are due to be finished soon. The room is very comfortable, with a lovely bed. We loved sitting up by the pool in the refreshing breeze. Champ’s Dad is a wonderful man. Really interesting to talk to & he organised drivers for us all the time. He also made yummy breakfasts. With the roadworks it’s impossible to walk into Kandy at the moment, but cheap to get a tuk tuk. A memorable visit.

Amazing airbnb experience. Champs communications were really quick. Place was amazing and roof top area nice to relax. Breakfast and hospitality provided was brilliant along with local knowledge provided. Our days out were all organised with our tuk tuk driver who was great in taking us to excursions and whatever we wanted. Highly recommend

What a place! Everything from the delicious breakfast, quiet location and beautiful apartment made for a great stay. It’s the perfect place to come back to and enjoy a beer on the terrace after a busy day exploring.

First class communication from Champ, who is in the UK, and amazing hospitality from his mother and father, who run the place. The room and pool couldn't be better. Can't rate it highly enough!

I've never met a more friendly host 😊 absolute extraordinary hospitality und long evening and morning talks 😎 the location was gorgious, probably the best Airbnb I ever stayed in!

Champ’s place was an absolute highlight of our Sri Lanka trip. It really is as beautiful and private and serene as the photos. Mahdu’s breakfasts are delicious and he organised drivers, gave us restaurant tips and looked after us so well. If we return to Kandy we wouldn’t stay anywhere else.

This is a really great place to stay in Kandy. It's a bit outside of the city, about a 20 min walk to the nearest restaurants. We got takeaway food and ate it on the roof by the pool and it was a lovely evening. Champ's parents were excellent hosts! They made us a yummy breakfast, gave us local tips about where to go, and let us hang out by the pool for a few hours after our official check out time. Definitely recommend!

This really is a unique villa and very beautiful, a real oasis away from Kandy. Champs parents were so welcoming and incredibly helpful. The breakfast was absolutely delicious and kept us going for most of the day, the best I have had. I’m not surprised that Champ is a super host, his communication and responses were very quick and when I had to change a day he was really accommodating and nothing was too much trouble for him. This Villa is really worth a visit.

Amila and Hannah's place is lovely! It's a bit far from Hikkaduwa, but it's clean, cozy and comfortable. And there's a lot of birds and animals in jungle around apartment. Great place to stay for those who extremely tired of the city. Also Amila checked-in earlier because we arrived in early morning. Also he left some fruits for us. We are really appreciate that! Amila and Hannah are very hospitable hosts. We enjoyed every minute spent in this apartment!

My husband & I had a great time at The Banana Leaf Apartments. Its a lovely place that's very comfortable & cozy. They also offer a well equipped kitchen to prepare your own meals. The hosts are super friendly and are always ready to help you out in anyway possible to make your stay more comfortable.

Perfect

Hannah and Amila are excellent hosts--so helpful and friendly - we even were invited to join a family party on our second night. Perfect hosts and the most beautiful and stylish apartments in a quiet part of Hikkaduwa surrounded by cinnamon fields and jungle. When we were leaving, Hannah reminded us to contact her for any advice we might need on our travels. Also, Amila's cooking is the best! Thoroughly recommend Banana Leaf.

It's my best place around the world. The beach side is too much hotels ,so it's very touristic. But the place around the house is very quite and peaceful. And Amila and Hanna were so nice hosts. I got Amila's surfing lesson. It was so nice too. Highly recommend this house to all.

Phantastic apartment, tastefully decorated, lovely attention to detail! This is one of the best Airbnb’s you’ll find in the Southern Province. Hannah is an excellent host, the Guide Book is really useful. I got some fruits when I arrived and the filtered water to refill bottles was great too! The Bamboo room is the first apartment near the entrance, so everybody walks past it, but it’s not really a problem. A bit far from the main road and eateries, all other guests had scooters, I walked (20min) or ran (7min) the distance for exercise. WiFi issues, and powercuts just as in the rest of country. Overall great stay, I recommend it!

It was a pleasure to meet you guys! Thank you for this lovely 10 days we spent with you both at your beautiful oase. I am sure we will meet us sgain .. :)

Great spot... nice and quiet and easy access to everything with a short tuk tuk ride

Great place. Everything spot on.

The best thing on this accomodation was the family taking care of it. They were so kind and helpful, they arranged trip, lift and cooked delicious breakfast and dinner for us and were always smiling! We also liked the lokation away from busy citycentre. We can absolutely recommend!

Situated in a quiet corner in Ella Villa Skygrazer was the perfect place to break away and recharge our batteries from the first leg of our trip that we spent in Galle. Ella is truly a magical place and Villa Skygrazer is one of the reasons for it. The villa creates the feeling that you are alone in the forest. Such a great space to unwind for a bit. By the end of our stay I was wishing that I could have stayed longer. The hospitality was on another level. I have never experienced such pure kindness. We ordered a chicken curry for dinner and it was AMAZING! We received some helpful advice and assistance with getting around Ella from our hosts as well. I can definitely see myself staying here again soon be it with my boyfriend or even just coming for a solo trip.

We love staying at Villa Skygazer. Not only was it a perfect starting point to see all of the beautiful sights in Ella and the surroundings, the family took so good care of us. The house was beautiful and we loved sitting at the terrace and just listening to the sounds. Everything was good, and we also enjoyed the delicious food that Harshans family prepared for us. Thank you for everything - we will be back! Anders and Kathrine

The design of the house is beautiful, surrounded by glass, That is, the house is not completely enclosed, and the beams from the outside are not sealed. I am afraid that something will come in at night. The location is slightly biased, and it is not particularly convenient to go out, The host was very welcoming and the breakfast and dinner were very hearty! If you like to be close to nature, this is a very good choice!

Loved this place! Harshan and his family were so accommodating, we had a brilliant stay in Ella!

A very beautiful place in the mountains surrounded by nature. The staff is polite and can feed you a delicious local dinner for little money. There were only pleasant impressions.

Excellent place to stay in Ella, breakfast was superb!

Lilu's place on Waterfall Road is an absolute gem. The location is almost beyond description overlooking one of the most beautiful views we have experienced in the country - it has to be seen to be believed. Lilu and her family are so friendly, so helpful ... you feel at home immediately in their beautiful balconied rooms. Only a short walk along the railway track to the vibrant down town of Ella, this is a perfect stay and I can't recommend it highly enough.

We booked Lilu’s place for the lovely view and it didn’t disappoint! On top of that, Lilu is a great cook and has the best hospitality we’ve had in Sri Lanka (which is saying something as it’s been great everywhere). We were always having tea on the terrace and Lilu even did some laundry for us. When our driver arrived to take us to our next place, he arrived early and was greeted with tea as well- he commented on how friendly all the staff were! Would absolutely recommend!

The view and breakfast is amazing here! We stayed for 3 nights and loved all of it. It’s a short walk to the town down the train tracks so you’re away from all the noise of the town and the bed and room is very comfortable for a good nights sleep. It was all spotlessly clean and well organised. Couldn’t have asked for any more for the price!

We loved Lilu's place! Excellent accommodations and location with breathtaking views of Ella! Lilu was a great host and was very helpful with all of our questions. Highly recommend staying here.

We loved our visit to Chamodya Homestay. It is in a good location, just a short walk into town on the train tracks and therefore also easy access to the Ella Rock hike and Nine Arch Bridge. The view is stunning and made the delicious breakfast even more enjoyable. The room itself was a good size, fairly basic but with all the essentials. The only slight downside is that it is difficult to have a shower without getting the whole bathroom wet, but the shower and other facilities are good. Lilu was also a fantastic host. Always friendly, smiling and super helpful. She gave us local tips, did some much appreciated laundry for us, and was always on hand with water or fresh juice when we got back from exploring. We also ate dinner at the homestay one evening and the food was amazing. Really reasonably priced for an absolute feast. I would definitely recommend this little homestay as a base for Ella!

Great hospitality, Lilu and her family were so friendly and helpful. Amazing breakfast and breathtaking scenery, away for the busy mainstreets of Ella. Highly recommended!

Away from the bustle of Ella but within an easy walk, Lilu’s place sits high on the slopes of a breathtaking valley with amazing views of Little Adam’s Peak and Ella Rock. Clean, relaxing, well situated. A nice stay if you can reserve a spot!

Lilu's house , her staff and she were perfect. Good welcoming , very kind. You know how great is this house when you take breakfast on her balcony. Peaseful view. Highly recommend this house to all.

Our stay at the Banana Leaf was truely everything we could wish for - and more. The apartment was super spacious with a big bathroom, a beautiful balcony and a kitchen that contained everything we needed for a homecooked meal - even a basket of fruits for us to enjoy! The hosts were always available through text or at the property if there was anything we needed. 10/10!

beautiful and quiet place in the garden near the center, which is very noisy, design interior in the original style. I especially appreciate the drinking water filter in the garden, the constant presence of the hosts and their assistance in organizing the transport for excursions.

Just spent two amazing weeks at Banana Leaf Apartments with my wife. Hannah and Amila were perfect hosts, full of local knowledge and always helpful and on hand to help with any questions. From the moment we arrived they made us feel welcome with their amazing hospitality and by the time we left it we felt we had always known them. The apartment was perfect, spotlessly clean and had everything you need for your holiday whether your there for a couple of days or a couple of weeks. Hikkaduwa is an amazing place to spend time but it can be very noisy and chaotic. Banana Leaf is perfectly positioned. Hidden away in a jungle setting amongst cinnamon and palm trees, waking up to the sound of chipmunks, wild peacock, sun birds and parrots but a 20 minute walk or a 5 minute tuc tuc ride puts you at the Galle road with all the shops, bars and restaurants you could ever need and the fantastic beach. I couldn't recommend Banana Leaf enough, perfect for nature lovers and beach lovers. We cant wait to get back there next year!

We spent 10 nights in the Kittul, every morning we were woken by the peacock, so not for late risers;) a beautiful place where you can also relax from the hustle and bustle of Hikkaduwas.

We loved our stay at Banana Leaf, it has the perfect combination of beach and busyness of Hikkaduwa whilst being set back in the jungle and cinnamon plantations making it really private and peaceful. The concrete interiors are stunning and the pool is perfect for a little dip on a hot day! Amila and Hannah were so helpful, they arranged us tuk tuks and taxis everywhere and gave us loads of of locals advice. This is a great place to stay I highly recommend! Wish we could have stayed longer!

Our most beautiful accommodation in Sri Lanka. The morning hours are especially beautiful when you are woken up with the sounds from the jungle. 100% recommended

Great place to stay. A peaceful refuge from the busy main strip of Hikkaduwa. Room was exceptionally clean and modern and it was really nice to have a little kitchen and balcony. The pool area was lovely to enjoy some afternoon sun after a morning on the beach. Amila and Hannah were so friendly we had a great evening together. It’s a lovely little spot and if you are thinking of booking - do it!

Every corner of the Banana Leaf Apartments are aesthetically pleasing with thoughtful design elements. The half-exposed shower is beautiful. It is a short tuk tuk ride to the beach or town and Amila and Hannah will always help call you one. Highly recommend.

A really nice place! A fantastic experience staying at the top of the palm trees between coconuts and monkeys overlooking the sea and the stars !! The cabins are very stylishly decorated in elements that almost blend in with the surrounding nature - very beautiful! In addition to that, we got a super delicious breakfast with the most beautiful view at the associated café, where the staff was very welcoming and friendly. If you want to live so that you really feel the nature (in the good way), you must definitely stay a few days in the cabins !!

The treehouse is something you’ll want to experience. Sleeping with the sounds of wildlife and the ocean (and if you’re lucky, a storm:). To my surprise we had no issues with mosquitoes as the property had nets around the bed, but we used plenty of deet to be in the safe side! Jessica and Renato were great hosts, easily contactable and a friendly face around the corner!

Paradise isn’t enough to encapsulate the feel of the place. We had the pleasure of staying in the Treescape for our last night in Dikwella, it was wellness for the soul. The small touches of the incense inside was the cherry on top, from stars to the moon, we couldn’t have asked for more. Thank you Jessica & Renato for hosting us. Your vision is incredible , we feel exactly how you wish for all of your guests to feel!

such a beautiful place! jessica and renato are lovely hosts and make you feel at home. ✨ delicious breakfast with sea view on the rooftop terrace. everything you need in walking distance.. lot of nice bars, restaurants and beautiful beaches! good vibes there 🌴

Jessica and Renato’s place was absolutely unreal!!! This stay was exceptional - loved listening to the waves at night. Would recommend to anyone!

Amazing experience staying in a treehouse by the sea, listening to the peacocks, the ocean and waking up with the sunrise each morning. Breakfast was delicious, served on the rooftop of mond, with great views overlooking the sea in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

The treehouse is an incredible place to wake up. The sounds of the birds, the monkeys and the waves mingling is not something I'll forget in a hurry. Also, the breakfast in the main house was delicious and healthy - perfect way to start the day

Mond is was the perfect ending to our two week trip to Sri Lanka! We met Renato upon check in and he gave us a quick brief on the area and local restaurants and even helped us book a scooter which was delivered to our doorstep within minutes. Located at in between two beautiful beaches (Hiriketiya & Dikwella) our stay in the tree house was nothing beyond perfection. Both beaches are accessible by foot within a 10min walk. The space itself was tastefully decorated and sparkling clean. Bed and pillows were super comfortable so waking up to the sight of coconut trees and the ocean after a good nights sleep was the best part of our stay. The main hotel where breakfast is served was equally stylish and the food was absolutely delicious! Looking forward to stay again and I would definitely recommend Mond to others.

Our stay at Pepper Jungle House was just perfect. Before we reached there James was super helpful in coordinating for our requirements. Once we reached the place - Chaminda & Sarath looked after us really well. The location of the house is just perfect. We tried to soak in the view and environment as much as we could. Highly recommend it to anyone who’s visiting Sri Lanka.

Super modern villa in the jungle near the ocean. This is the type of housing in which you begin to think about moving to warm countries for a long time) Not typical Sri Lankan architecture, stylish furniture and good plumbing. Branded shampoo, conditioner and shower gel with a pleasant smell. It can be seen that the owner approaches the matter with a soul and stands for the convenience of the guests. Great internet. The jungle makes relaxation unique - wild animals are at arm's length. We really enjoyed. At the same time, we were not embarrassed that in the whole villa an easy modernization is required. These are all trifles that do not affect vacation. caretakers of the villa have prepared a delicious dinner that we shared with friends, yes, perhaps, at a price it can be compared with restaurants nearby (12,000 rupees), but relaxing at home after surfing is gorgeous. Recommend

This is a fantastic villa to stay in after a tour around the island. You will be welcomed by a kind and helpful staff which does everything to make your stay as easy and enjoyable as possible. We really recommend this house to others! The pictures are as beautiful as the reality. But be prepared that you have the animals very close to you, but we though this was a fantastic experience.

We really liked the villa, stylish interior, comfortable accommodation, very polite, friendly and unobtrusive staff. Responsive manager, a couple of times there were problems with electricity and the Internet, but they were immediately solved. The villa is located on a mountain in the jungle, we saw an iguana and many monkeys, some were right on the territory of the villa - a great immersion in the local nature.

What an absolutely amazing 5 days! Chaminda and the team made our stay so special. I would highly highly recommend staying here. We didn't want to leave. The best 5 days of our 3 week trip. Thank you Pepper Jungle House!

We had an amazing two nights at pepper house. Loved the villa and its setting and especially its staff who were great and accomendating. Would love to come back soon John

Lovely place and great service. Would love to visit again

We were couple and 2 kids for 6 nights and it was more than perfect. The villa is stunning the service is more than we could think of and everything was above and beyond.

Incredible time staying at in the tree house. What a view!!! Absolutely incredible! Was total heaven sitting outside having delicious breakfast with the most incredible views of lush scenery and beautiful waterfall. Really wonderful host. Highly recommend! Such a good location for town too. Will be back!

We stayed at the Ella Bamboo Cabana for 3 nights and our stay couldn't have been any better! Indika was so helpful with all our questions, always organized us a tuktuk or a taxi and provided us with the best tips. The room had the most beautiful view over Ella, an amazing balcony and was super clean. Also we want to mention the delicious breakfast. Every day we got different regional specialities for breakfast and we never stayed hungry. Also we were provided every day with water bottles. We couldn't be happier, thank you very very much!! See you soon.

Wow! This place was an experience for a life time, I will never forget this house with the most impressive view! Small tip: get there before it’s getting dark, it’s a bit tricky to find :)

We LOVED this place. Absolutely stunning views (of Ella Rock and surrounding hills), great place to relax and watch trains pass by, lovely host (and adorable doggy), amazing location: peaceful and out of the hustle of town but easy access to it (10/15 mins walk along track to Ella/ easy access to Ella Rock hike), and very comfortable and cosy. We didn’t see another place like this in Ella. Would highly recommend.

It was a pleasure to live here! Location is great — there were just we and nature. And it took ten minutes on foot by railroad and we were in city center. We liked breakfasts. We ordered it a day before and chose any time 7:30-10:00. Breakfasts were good: tea/coffee, eggs, fruits, toasts with butter and jam, main local dish (such as rice and curry). We were thankful for the map with all routes to attractions such us Ella rock. Definitely recommend this place to live!

You won’t find a better view from your front porch in Ella! Very true to the photos. It’s located on the route to Ella rock and is a quick 15 min walk to town along the tracks. The trains are infrequent, so you won’t need to worry about them waking you up at night. There are a lot of animals around and you’ll hear lots of critters on the roof at night. The space itself is clean, spacious and has good WiFi.

Indika’s place in Ella was so beautiful we were disappointed we only stayed one night as the town of Ella was so lovely and so close by to the place. The housekeeper who greeted us was extremely helpful and very hospitable. He was able to help us with anything, especially directions and recommendations for dinner. Ella town was so close by, an easy 10 minute walk on the train tracks! The place itself is a must stay if you’re in Ella, the train tracks is right on the doorstep and watching it go by is an unmissable experience. the view in unlike any other! As it is so immersed in nature you’ll hear the monkeys on the roof which didn’t bother us too much and the sounds of the waterfall was so tranquil and peaceful.

We had the best time staying at Bamboo Cabana! This is definitely the most amazing balcony in all Ella. You need to consider that the location is really close to the trail way, and the train is very loud when it passes (especially at 6:30 and 7:30 AM). Also, it is basically living in the jungle, so prepare yourself to cope with frogs in the bathroom, monkey poop on the balcony table in the morning (true stories) and other flies and mosquitoes. I would say that it is one of the best experiences we had in Sri Lanka! Breakfast is delicious and eating it on the balcony with the most amazing view feels like a fantasy. Shian was the most amazing host we could have! He helped us with the luggage and after checking us in, gave us some suggestions with a map on what to do in the Ella. He was nice, quick, responsive, helpful and served us with so many requests- transportations, laundry, booking a massage and getting food delivered to us (and coping with the frog in the toilet). He truly made our stay the most amazing it could be! Thank you Shian!!! Would highly recommend to stay there!

Bernards place was very nice. The view from the balcony is awesome. He was very welcoming and made us Sri Lankan breakfast. Overall it was a perfect stay.

A nice, clean, homely place. . situated perfectly. . . Had a short but good stay here! Surang was very helpful during our stay. Felt just like home.

It was a great stay at bernard. He and his family were really friendly, the breakfast with this amazing view was also great. Bernard organized daytrips for us and also he picked us up from the airport. We can complety reommend this host to everybody. Thanks for having us :)

Our stay for two nights at "Great view at Bernards" was way better than expected. He and his family were really welcoming and heart warming, they took time for us and had great tips for being in Kandy and to avoid tourist traps. The typical Sri Lankan breakfast was amazing and was taken at the promised great view. If we go back to Kandy one time we will definetly stay at Bernard's again!

Excellent hospitality in a wonderful house. Everything is just good about this place. Nice clean rooms, super nice terasses with amazing view. Good breakfast and best of all - the best hosts you can find. Bernard can even arrange tours for you -we went on the most amazing trek in the knuggle range. Can only recommend.

Bernard, his wife and Surengala were the most fantastic hosts. We ended up staying longer than planned, since Bernard made every wish possible. We did a day trip to Sygiria and another to knuckles range. All organized by him! On the way he told us a lot about Sri Lanka, it’s people and their religion and stopped once in a while to have us taste some Sri Lankan culinary treasures. The place is also in a perfect location, far away from the city to find some relaxation on one of the three balconies with great views, but still within 20-minute walking distance to Kandy centre. The rooms are nice and spacious and the Sri Lankan breakfast is incredible. Thanks for everything!!! We hope we can come back some time and highly recommend everyone to stay with Bernard and his wife.

Bernard and his Family Are the Best hosts you can ask for! The breakfast was delicious and Every Morning it was Something new to try. The Communication With Bernard was easy and super fast, he gave us a lot of Information where to go and How to Go there. The room and house was super clean and we found Nothing to complain about. Definitly recommend this Place! Thanks for having us

We had a lovely 3 day stay with Bernard and family. They welcomed us with a beautiful lunch. The breakfasts varied each day and were very tasty- and enhanced by the beautiful view over Kandy. Bernard was very helpful with tips and we had some informative chats about Sri Lanka. There was a lovely pond outside our door with small fish and tadpoles. I loved the in ground fishpond in the kitchen. Had a lovely massage up on the roof- great view and monkeys running over the roof. Thanks again!

Great location near the lake! Had only one short night in the flat itself but very good value for the stay. The real highlights was the hospitality of the two brothers and one of them was our personal driver for the entire time, helping us make the most of our short time in Sri Lanka.

Quite convenient location, good breakfasts: local cakes were given to us for the first time for several houses in Sri Lanka. The fruits are good, but not as much as the owners give on the coast. Hot water in the bathroom must be turned on at the entrance. Wifi is great. Recommend.

Loved staying with Navinda and his brother. They were so hospitable, polite and kind. We arranged a pick-up and drop-off from the airport an Navinda also arranged tours to see local sights for the 3 days we were there. The house is lovely with a beautiful view. And we would love to stay there again on our next trip to Kandy. The breakfast was delicious and the accommodation was really comfortable.

Fantastic place to stay with breathtaking views of the hills. Breakfast was perfect on both days. And Navinda was accommodating to our requests. There was a cockroach in two of the rooms on one of the evenings but I guess that’s common in Sri Lanka and did not affect our stay just something to be weary of! Thank you Navinda!

helpful guys. lovely place.

Great place! Thank you!

We stayed in bedroom 2 with our son! It was lovely that he could explore the outside balcony and we knew he was safe. Breakfast on the patio was sensational. We had beautiful views and the boys showed attention to detail with it all. It was fabulous. The room was a little dark and the walls a little thin but overall it was great and we would stay again. Location is fab. Walking distance to the lake and a couple of hotspots.

It was great to stay at Navinda’s. He’s very helpful, friendly, and professional. The breakfast is amazing, and the view is just breathtaking. Everything you need is within a walking distance. Great person, and definitely recommended space..

The shack was in a great spot, beautiful on the beach. Was quite inside the room you couldn’t hear the main road only the ocean. The beach shack food was delicious and they offered a 10% discount as well! Had surfing lessons available, sun lounges right on the beach, outside shower, water cooler in cafe. Great location for lots of great places to eat

We only stayed here for two nights, but we really loved it! If you step out of the door, you’re already at the beach. It’s a great place if you just wanna relax and looking for a great vibe. The staff is always ready to help you with whatever you need. Also John is (almost) always there to help you if you need something (or broke something;)) We would definitely recommend this place!

What a great place to have kicked our Sri Lanka trip off. The accommodation was perfect. We woke up every morning with a delicious brew from the Surf Shack Beach Cafe and swim in the ocean. The staff were exceptional. Friendly faces all around and always willing to lend a helping hand. The customer service was on point. We did day trips around the area but found that best place to be in the area was in fact The Surf Shack. A comfortable place to learn how to surf, good vibes and delicious food. I would definitely come back and I am telling all my friends.

Perfect beachfront stay in Sri Lanka. Really doesn't get any better than this, all the amenities you need at your doorstep, facing the incredible ocean views and have the calming waves rock you to sleep. The cafe food is best in town.

Super easy check-in. Great host, delicious food and chill vibes. A cool place to stay inbetween Galle and Unawatuna :-) Will stay with you again!

Cool place. We got everything we needed here

The beach shack is a lovely little self contained space right on the beach. It was great to wake up to the sound of the ocean! The place was easy to get to from the train station nearby, and it's not far from Galle Town so getting around was quite straightforward. The food at the restaurant was outstanding and the service was top notch. Great spot to learn surfing. Will definitely come back again.

This place is really good for this price! You have the best beach on Sri (especially for surfing), tasty cafe and really friendly staff working there. The food is one of the best in this area. Everyone speaks english and ready to help you 24/7. We lived there for a one week and going to come back.

Wow. Stunning homes with fantastic value. Tucked away about 15 mins from town in the middle of a tea farm. The design was something out of a fairy tale. The home was very comfortable, stars to sun rise was more than anything we could have asked for. The breakfast prepared by the owners were lovely, they have the cutest kittens and puppies on site, so be prepared to have your heart melted during your stay!!! Seriously, the value is unbeatable, if you don’t want the generic stopover in Nuwara Eliya, this is your destination!

This place is absolutely breathtaking! The location of the property, the cottage in itself, the service, everything is amazing. It looks magical in the pictures but it's even better in real life. Would recommend this to friends, couples and solo travellers alike. 10/10 ♥️

This place is very cozy, unique cabins with spectacular views. Pubudu is very nice and quick in communication. Also we really loved his mom and the breakfast she made us!

great stay, very kind and helpful host. Excellent value for money

From the day of the booking the communication from the host has been very professional and beyond what was expected from such a place. All the requirements were asked by the host well before we arrived at the place, much to the satisfaction of us. The place is situated with perfect scenery and was super clean, both inside and outside. Totally worth it for the price and would recommend to anyone. Hopefully with time roads can be improved a bit so that even a slightly big vehicle can go near the place with ease, but overall 9.9/10 for the stay.

This accomodation is perfect for a night to relax away from the main time, with amazing views looking out on to tea plantations. It is in walking distance to the lake but maybe not the main part of town, going into town would require a tuk tuk. Either all of you’re not interested in the town so much this is a perfect place to hang out and have a break from other epic travels.

Hideout cabins popped up On Instagram and we were instantly hooked. The A Frame building are super cool and the location great with lovely views. The hospitality was amazing. We are a family of 4 with two small girls aged 5 and 7. Nothing was too much trouble for Pubudu and his family. They sorted out transfers to and from the station. Tuk Tuks into town and helped us with breakfast variations for our girls. Oh, ask for some homemade lime juice drink. It’s unbelievable x

Amazing place, super hospitality, perfect location and great experience!

A great place to stay, the decor is super stylish and beautiful. Great atmosphere and the location is fantastic. The food was delicious and we would have loved to stay longer. Thank you for a great stay.

Very hip Hotel, nice restaurant, beautiful work-space! Recommended

We had an amazing Time At the Verse, thank You so Much. Food was delicious, super clean room, smiling and helpful staff. Such a great stay.

We loved our stay at Verse. They have a fabulous vibe, the ocean is very close, with nice and clean beach. They have a really good coffee, breakfast is free for people who stay there. We like so much the design of the place, really cool staff, good wifi. We booked the room for two days and after our journey to Ella decided to extend our stay for two more days. We would love to come back one day. :)

Great co-working space with café, stage and some rooms. It is right on a beautiful and uncrowded beach. Fine coffee and snacks can be enjoyed under a palm tree roof. Very nice! We enjoyed staying here for a few days.

If you are the aesthetic you will love the place!

From the moment I made a booking until check out all went very smoothly. Penny was quick with replies and Jeremy was a great host. The stuff working at Verse is the best and always greets you with smile. The whole place is very stylish and you can tell its been created with love. It was absolutely amazing to have breakfast with sea view from the main area and the beach across the road was the best beach in Sri Lanka I've seen so far and I've visited this country 5 times!

We recommend! Accommodation by the sea, good food, great service, cool location! Would have loved to stay longer. :-)

We had a great stay here! We were greeted with coconuts when we arrived, and we were shown how to get to various landmarks. Breakfast was lovely, we had freshly cooked omelettes, fresh fruit, coconuts and coffee - a great start to the day! The room was clean, stylish, and very spacious. We very much enjoyed our night at the Square Peg!

We absolutely loved everything! The team was so considerate and helpful. The design is unique, facilities are great. The rooftop-view stunning Do yourself a favour and go there.

Awesome accomodation. Nice people, beautiful view

This was the best place to spend our first night in Sri Lanka - a private driver picked us up for a very fair price and even the spectacles we left at the place were sent to us! Best communication host ever! The place looks as the pictures, the terrace is just amazing!!!

Dinesh and the staff were super friendly and helpful! We loved our dinner (the curry is fantastic!). Our room was clean and we loved the interior design of the Loft. Totally recommend.

Great view and amazing food. Would recommend Jack Fruit curry on the rooftop. Beautiful and stylish apartment and easy to communicate with. Thank you!

Dinesh's place is a cozy stay. The hospitality is top notch. The views from the common area are great. The unit is stylish. I would recommend it if you are traveling through Kandy and want a place that is affordable yet trendy.

We couldn’t recommend this stay anymore! Such a beautifully designed building and atmosphere with the most helpful and friendly staff. Great food from the cook and the manager made us feel very welcome. The bathrooms are super clean shower pressures great and bedrooms have pumping aircon. Huge spread for breakfast every morning with the best view in Kandy. Will definitely be coming back here next time we’re in Kandy! Ps love you Pebbles!! :)

In fact it has been the most amazing location: view, pool, house, etc. but what has touched us the most is the incredible aura of Naditha (your host). His smile is unique and the way ow he is giving his guests the most amazing experience in Sri Lanka is absolutely outstanding! In that regard, we come back to you Naditha wherever you are! When there is light, there is shadow: I would really appreciate a modernisation of the house: the furniture, bathroom etc. is not the highest standard and can be upgraded with a few days of work / ideas / furniture! We would love to come back- for sure!!!! HUGS! Lennardt & Ela

Go there with your eyes closed it's great! An exceptional view, very good local cuisine, a warm and discreet welcome

This place is amazing. We stayed 3 nights - the first 3 days of our Sri Lanka holiday. The surroundings are amazing. Spectacular views and so quiet and peaceful. The inside is nothing special, but not important when you spend most of the time outside. The host is so friendly and helpful and took really good care of us. He cooks amazing meals with lots of local food from the area. Anything you ask for is possible. I will always recommend anyone to try this, and I recommend a minimum of 3 nights. I imagine 1 or 2 nights is just not enough to enjoy this wonderful place. I’m sure we’ll be back one day. It’s really amazing. Even better than the pictures.

Exceptional house and pool in a fantastic location! You just never get used to the view, the rainforest and tea plantation are so beautiful! The breakfast and dinner that is served is one of the best meals we were able to enjoy during our trip. The hosts are very friendly and courteous and showed us a small part of the rainforest on a walk. The interior is kept very simple; the shower in particular needs to be revised urgently. Toilet goes great, but the water pressure was so little that we had to wash under the tap because the shower didn't work. The beds are simply built and can become uncomfortable. Overall, we had a wonderful stay, perfect for relaxing after an exhausting Sri Lanka trip. We didn't want to stay more than 2-3 nights, as the possibilities in the area are very limited.

There are few words to describe how special this place is. The views are utterly staggering and the varied & delicious meals a real treat - Naditha’s knowledge of flavours are out of this world! We even got shown where the fruits, spices and herbs were mostly sourced around the property. The isolation was perfect for us & could have stayed another week...easily! We thank you Yasiru & Naditha so much for your hospitality in your beautifully located, gem of a stay!

The place: perfect! The service from Nadita and Rohan (kitchen): perfect! The food - breakfast, lunch, dinner: perfect! The view and the pool: perfect! The equipment and the furniture in the rooms could be much better.

This place is so amazing! Don’t hesitate anymore and go. The view with/from the pool is gorgeous. Don’t be surprise by the ride to go there, it makes the experience even better at the end. The food cooked specially for us was so good, the best you can find in Sri Lanka! Just go you won’t regret it :)

This place is simply unique and incredible. In the mountains, in the heart of tea plantations, you will feel like you are alone in the world, or almost! A breathtaking view and a staff with little onions who concocts delicious meals. It's worth the detour!

Great clean place in perfect location. Samee and Ben were great hosts and gave us tones of local tips as well as places to travel throughout the country. They made our time there feel very welcome and everything ran smoothly. We highly recommend and would love to come back to visit one day. Hiriketiya is amazing. Cheers

Excellent stay. Ben is a legend.

Where to start? Absolutely amazing stay. The location is awesome, just a few hundred meters from the beach. Ben and Samee welcomed us with open arms and were gracious with their time if needed. For Airbnb hosts they were so readily available with any questions we had along the way. We’ve never experienced this from any other Airbnb hosts, normally we are just given a code/keys and take care of ourselves. It was definitely a welcomed luxury to have our own private plunge pool and outdoor entertaining space, something we have found hard to find on our Sri Lankan journey within this price-range. Samee comes daily to clean the outside areas and take care of the pool, however leaves us to enjoy our privacy for the rest of the day. For an old renovated village house in the deep south of Sri Lanka, the house was clean, tidy and well-appointed. Hiriketiya has a great restaurant and cafe scene, by far the best along the south coast. We loved having brunch out everyday. The beaches are beautiful, Pehibiya Beach being our favourite for family time and Hiriketiya for surfing. It you’re after a very chilled, relaxed vacation where you will be left alone to enjoy, this is definitely the place to stay. We can’t wait to come back next year!

Ben and Tennelle’s place is in an incredible spot in Hiriketiya, we loved our time there. Although the place is not as clean (mainly bathroom) as photos make it out to be which is a tad disappointing as it is quite pricey. But the location and space definitely make up for it.

Great stay. Location and property spot on. B and T were perfect hosts. See you again soon.

Very nice house and great hosts! Ben and Tenille are very caring. The house is well situated and nicely decorated. We especially enjoyed the back yard with the nice plunge pool, cosy corner sofa and hammock.

Pretty much as described in the listing. Due to wet weather, the dirt-road to the beach is a bit muddy in places, but walk carefully and you won’t get dirty. The recommended driver, Nuwan, was great and really helpful!

Wonderful and airy. Sparkling clean. Loved the plunge pool and backyard. Great hosts , went the extra mile. Highly recommend this house.

The cabana is located above the very nice Thamibili Café on the beach. At night you hear nothing but the sound of the sea. The accommodation is nicely decorated and clean and offers a little peace. After Hikkaduwa you can relax on the beach. The café offers delicious food and drink. We felt comfortable all around

We really enjoyed our stay at Ruwan & Linda’s cabana. The hosts as well as the cafe employees were very helpful and accommodating. The location was also perfect for our needs. Would 100% recommend.

Ruwan & Lindas place was just perfect for a relaxed stay. It is directly at the beach so I could see and hear the waves from my room what really calmed down. The team around the cabana is doing an amazing job and you just feel comfortable. The decorated details in the cabana and room are enchanting. The food is great quality and just yammy. Thank you!

A really nice and cozy room right by the beach of Hikkaduwa. The people working there are very nice and friendly. The hospitality, location and food exceeded our expectations. It is located a couple of minutes from the busy parts of Hikkaduwa which suited us very well. Only downside was the lack of AC which the compensated with their hospitality.

We loved our stay! It was authentic and unique, best part of our trip so far! Staff are so kind and offer advice and help with anything! Beautiful views and relaxing atmosphere

The time in the cozy cabana unfortunately passed far too quickly! It was insane and we would go back anytime. :) a highlight of our trip! The sea view was amazing and the people were so incredibly nice - the breakfast, snacks and dinner were also more than delicious! We had the best time - the great ocean view, best people and tasty food! Want to come again

Stayed two nights mid December I enjoyed the place so much I added an additional night onto my stay. The location is perfect stright out onto the beach nicely out of the main town but easy to get to by tut tut if you want a bit of commercialism. The room is spacious has fan,fridge and Mossy net over the bed nice small veranda to sit out on after sunbathing etc. The staff are very friendly and helpful food was amazing didn’t bother going into hikkawuwdu had everything here.Ranga sorted tut tut out for my day exploring Galle fort area. Must not forget to mention that a pool and jacuzzi are available to use over the road at the family hotel.

Ruwan and Linda’s place is a really nice cabana above the cafe with views of the ocean. It is on the quieter part of the beach so made for a peaceful start to our trip. Ruwan and the team were really welcoming and helpful and I would recommend to everyone!

This place is Amazing, the owners are extremely friendly and very helpful, breakfast is really nice too :)

It is an excellent lodging, the view is beautiful and the cabin also, the hosts very friendly and hospitable, the breakfast was very good, I highly recommend it. I only comment details to take them into account, the entrance is very steep and there are steps, they help you to carry your bags, but it is worth the effort.

We had a beautiful stay at Duminda's place, whose views are unforgettable. The place is 10' walking distance from Ella so that you are very conveniently located in a stunning location without being in the centre of Ella, which is very busy and loud. Breakfast is excellent.

Wooden cottage wasn't just a simple accommodation in Ella, but rather the highlight of our trip. It is perfectly located at 2 min from the center and train station by tuk-tuk and on the calm and serene side of the village. The pictures on the page do not serve justice to the BREATHTAKING view you're facing every morning till evening as you're served a delicious and rich breakfast by sunrise and can watch the sun set everyday while relaxing on the cottage. The rooms are sparkling clean and bed very comfy. Keep in mind that a fair amount of stairs seperates the road from the cottage. The host replies fast, and gives you all the info you need, don't forget to ask about bike rentals and tuk tuk services! Our stay there was nothing short from perfect and would totally visit again.

This beatiful place is hidden away from the crowds in Ella and has stunning views over the mountains and waterfalls. Lovely breakfast is served in this incredible setting, and Duminda and her husband will do everything to make you feel welcomed. The place is within walking distance or a short tuk-tuk ride from town. A perfect domestic “anti-hotel” experience that we can warmly recommend!

Can not beat this place! Absolutely amazing location, clean, comfortable and the best views ever. The breakfast prepared was incredibly good and they did not hesitate to help our group of 7 every step of the way with recommendations on where to eat, hikes, transportation and “excursions”. Close enough to town to walk or cheap tuktuk but just enough out to be perfectly quiet and relax as well. The rooms are more than comfortable with mosquito nets, private toilets and warm showers, I Would not hesitate to recommend to anyone!!

Perfect accommodation! Magnificent view, incredible breakfast, spacious rooms!

Wooden cottage is an amazing place to stay. The view is incredible and we were given great tips on where to go for food. The breakfast was brilliant with an amazing view too. Myself and my friends would definitely recommend this place

What a nice and warm family! We were greeted very warmly with tea and immediately felt very comfortable. It will be taken care of immediately if you need anything. The food was the best we have had in Sri Lanka so far. We were able to go on a day tour with the father, where we learned a lot about nature and the surrounding area and which we really liked. We can recommend this accommodation and will remember the warm hospitality for a long time. Well done!!!

Great place

Lal and her family are lovely. So nice to stay with a family learning about the area and history. The food was amazing and space very comfortable. Will come back for sure!

Best stay we had in Sri Lanka!

This was a top-notch hospitality experience. Lal and the family were constantly available to help, guide, and feed us. I strongly recommend arranging your meals at home instead of going out.

This place will be one of our trip highlights. We experienced a true Sri Lankan hospitality, homemade meals and generosity. Lal is very knowledgeable and was free to take us on an amazing day tour teaching us some local history and botany. Romeni is caring and attended all our needs even arraigned a doctor for me when I was sick making sure I took my medicine :) The food is exceptional and the room is very cozy and comfortable. Situated away from the busy centre but only 10 minutes walk or short tuk tuk ride. We highly recommend a stay at Lal’s house and a visit to beautiful Nuwara Eliya.

It was great to stay at Lal’s. The room is cosy and greatly located. Their family is lovely and does everything to accommodate you.

We loved the stay with Lal's family. Lal is a coffee lover and makes his own coffee, you should ask him about his coffee project and sure drink one or two cups during breakfast, it is excellent. Grace his wife is an excellent cook, such a lovely person and we really enjoyed talking to here. Romeni cared about everything which was to organize and she did this perfectly. She invited us to here birthday cake and coffee, we felt really like at home. Thanks all of you, if we are back in Sri Lanka we will definitely come back.

Mr Namal and his employee were very friendly, helpful, hospitable. Delicious breakfast with amazing view. They helped with organizing of our trips around Ella. We can recommend it for 100%

Amazing view and a delicious breakfast

Namal's place is in a great location, with everything you need within arm's reach. We received some very helpful tips on what to see and do from our host's helper. The view from our balcony/the upstairs eating area made our stay especially memorable. We got up extra early each morning just to see the sun rise.... truly worth it! Highly recommend staying here.

The room is good, and the bathroom is nice and clean. The view is amazing, make sure to get a room on the upper floor! Sunrise is really beautiful to watch on the privat swing. Shower has hot water, there is a fridge and everything else you need. The beds are a little short but comfortable :) The breakfast is amazing, get the local one! And there is the view as well of course.. Best to get there the first time by tuktuk from Ella Center. It’s an easy 10min walk on the rail tracks, but I recommend to try this on the way TO Ella Town the first time, so you know the way back! Trains are rather rare and slow, but be aware of it. The host helps you with ideas for trips..Ella Rock for example is a 2h hike away.

As suggested by the name, this accomodation offers a really breathtaking view from its many balconies. The breakfast is also excellent. Would definately come back if ever in Ella again.

10/10 would recommend!

Fantastic accommodation. Great local tips. I would definitely stay again.

Such a lovely place with stunning views. Little retreat away from main Ella town. Lots of stairs if you struggle with climbing.

Beautiful place to stay. Great location, across the road from Dikwella main beach and five minutes away from Hiri beach. Stylish and relaxed place. Highly recommend.

Great space! Loved staying here for a week, working hard and going for daily swims literally across the road to Dikwella beach. The beach was very chill, not as many people compared to Hiri or other areas which is what I loved. If you’re looking for a space to chill out, work remotely and have good food daily I recommend staying here. The aircon rooms upstairs were a luxury, great internet speed and great hospitality from all the guys working there. Also walking distance to local supermarkets and other great spots to eat in close by Hirikiteya.

Huge room with balcony overlooking the sea. The location is incredible and with delicious breakfast included. It’s above a bar/restaurant but it’s not noisy at all and closed at 10.30pm so we weren’t kept up at all.

You will be staying at the place where everyone wants to be. You can tell by how busy the restaurant and the workspace are, that this place is amazing. The location is perfect, in the quiet part of beautiful Dikwella beach, but still a 10 min walk to Hiriketiya, where all the surfers and yogis hang out. First you'll be intrigued by the hip entrance with a small skating area, then the open restaurant with feel-good music, great vibes and delicious food and drinks. You'll be greeted by the warmest people and a refreshing welcome drink. You'll walk thru the cool little shop (you'll end up buying a tee or swimmers for sure), the communal area with a lounge, swing and an open creative space, where you'll see people working on their blogs, photos or just sharing ideas. Next to it, you'll find a long wall that hides the studios, then the communal washrooms (loved how stylish and clean they always are) and in the middle there's a stairway over a koi pond that leads to the upper level. There are 4 suites up there, with great views of the palm trees all around, and from the Ocean Suite you can see the restaurant and of course the gorgeous beach. The suite itself is very very spacious, with a super comfy bed, an area to put your clothes and a desk. The bathroom is quite tall and spacious, and has beautiful details on the shower and sink (don't need to bring toiletries). The best part of the room is opening those big wooden doors onto the balcony where you'll find a hammock and a little seating area where you can spend hours listening to the waves, birds and the good tunes downstairs. If you add up, the amazing place, vibes, drinks (coffee is insane) and delicious food (vegan haven), it's the formula for a great experience in the southern beaches. Will definitely visit again soon. You give it a go asap!

Had a great couple of days at Verse in Dickwella. Property is very stylish, with great amenities and great breakfast/coffee.

Amazing place to stay in a great location for Dikwella beach. We loved the cool and stylish interiors at Verse. Our room was super spacious with a big, comfy bed, beautifully suspended mosquito net, air conditioning that worked brilliantly and cool touches like lots of lovely plants. We also liked chilling out on our spacious balcony which had a hammock. The shower was really good too and we liked that they supplied toiletries in glass bottles and not plastic. We also loved that Verse has a super handy water refill station. The food was tasty, the WiFi worked great, and the staff were helpful. We’d definitely recommend staying here!

a great place to stay in Hiriketiya. Amazing staff and great burgers!!

We had a great time staying at Verse. The room was very clean and had a great view from bed - just blue skies and palm trees! The food in the cafe is really good (plenty of vegan options), as was the hospitality of Jeremy and all of the other staff working at Verse. We liked the location - it was quiet yet a short walk from Hiriketiya. Hope to be back in future!

Great views, great hospitality! Even though we had a short stay, Anil was super helpful and friendly and went out of his way to arrange our transportation and advised us how to make the most of our short time in Ella. Room was very clean, bed was comfortable, place has a nice rustic charm. Watching the sunrise from our private balcony was amazing! And a wonderful breakfast to boot. Would stay here again if we're back in Ella.

First of all thanks to Anil and his family for the hospitality. The breakfast was great and the room was a nice and quiet place. Anil gave us some helpful tips for discovering Ella. We can definately recommend staying at Anils place!

Anil and his wife made our stay special. The view was really great and the rooms nicely decorated! Anil provided us with great tips and spoiled us with a delicious breakfast every day! We would come back!

The view from our room was to die for. Stunning scenery- with monkeys, a mongoose and some beautiful birds for company. The breakfasts varied each day and were delicious. Anil was wonderful in organising a shared car for the next part of our journey. We saw someone eating one of his curries when we returned from town. We wished we had also indulged rather than having the less appealing one in town. Thanks again. Hope we can get back one day.

It was perfekt! Thank you.

Idyll is tucked away in the hillside a short ways up from the main town area. Anil and his family are gracious hosts. The room has a lovely balcony with an incredible view! It truly is idyllic. Anil helped me organize transportation logistics (even driving me on his scooter at one point) and prepared a delicious Sri Lankan breakfast. Highly recommend to all visitors looking for a true home stay while traveling to Ella.

Wow. Anils place goes above and beyond anything we imagined. The setting/views, the hospitality, the room. Absolute bliss. The best airbnb we have ever stayed. Anil goes out of his way to help you out in every way possible , provides honest, thorough local advice. Kind, friendly. We will be back I hope. If you are staying in ella do yourself a favour and stay here. You won't regret it.

Anil’s place was nice and quiet, you can enjoy a great mountain view from the balcony. He also made breakfast which is so yummy. He was also very kind to teach us how to go to different sites by drawing a map for us. I would recommend to all my friends :)

Very clean room, beautiful decorated and easy access to the busy Colombo streets, but far enough that you can have a quiet and restful stay in the city.

Great communication and kind hospitality for a very last minute booking!

Arjuna and family were very warm and welcoming, great hospitality, they had lots of great recommendations and helpful tips on places to eat and see in Sri Lanka when asked, they give you your own space and just go about their day. They also have a lovely pet dog, lily who loves pats! But just keeps to herself if you’re not a dog person. They offer to cook breakfast, lunch and dinner for a small fee, we opted for traditional Sri Lankan breakfast one morning and continental the next, it was delicious! The home was in a great location, located on a back street so was nice and quiet. Cricket Club cafe is located around the corner for more western food or Mango tree for Sri Lanka, both within walking distance from the house. Our room and bathroom were clean, wifi, A/C/ fan in room, hot water, room also a lock on the door not that we ever felt we needed to lock it! Would definitely stay here again!

Spacious airy and in a great location. This was the perfect place for us on our last night in Sri Lanka. Refreshments on arrival were thoughtful and gratefully received!

Arjuna is a really good host and will give you the best welcome in colombo ! It was really pleasant to stay here and we will come back again for sure !

Everyone in Arjuna's household is very accommodating and friendly. The location is extremely good because you can get to the city quickly and it is still very quiet (in my opinion the most relaxed area of Colombo). Breakfast at $ 5 is really sensational.

Arjuna and family are lovely to stay with. Very hospitable and were happy to provide assistance and local tips. I would recommend the breakfast they provide each morning as it was fresh and delicious. We also loved spending time with Arjuna’s beautiful dog Lily!

Lovely family great hospitality. Loved the place

We had an amazing stay, the garden is beautiful and gives the house a great vibe. The kitchen is well equipped, bathroom was the best we had, matress is super comfortable and the whole interior design is just stunning

You can expect exactly offer view on the site

The living conditions in the villa are excellent. The apartments are large (everything is as in the photo), well equipped, there is all the dishes and everything you need for cooking. Beautiful blooming garden, well-groomed area. The owner does not interfere with the privacy of the guests, but reacts upon demand. Cleaning every other day. Great internet. The only negative (but you quickly adapt and get used to it) - go to a good beach with a cafe and sunbeds for 15 minutes. Part of the way is along the road. Compensates for the fact that the quality of life compared to guesthouses cannot be compared.

We really liked this apartment. Quiet courtyard, balcony ... you can spend breakfast and evenings here. To the sea 5-7 minutes on foot. Nearby there is a supermarket, you can get to the super market by tak-tuk for 300 rupees (100 rubles), but you can buy fruits and fish nearby in tents. To the cafe you need to go on a tuk-tuk or walk along the road, but this is not a problem. The sea is calm without waves! Also nearby is a diving center with rental equipment and masks. The apartment was cleaned every day. The insects did not disturb us, since this is the second floor. We were very happy to stay here. Thanks a lot! We will advise!

The apartment turned out to be exactly what we had hoped it would be. The main room is large with a high ceiling, the bathroom clean and comfortable. The kitchen is outdoors on the balcony, which works perfectly in this climate. We made breakfast every morning and ate on the balcony with a view of the garden. The beach is only a 5 minute walk and great to visit, but we were always happy to return to the quiet of our room overlooking a beautiful green space. Yes, I definitely recommend Nimal's place.

Loved this accommodation. The location is wonderful, 5-7 minutes walk to the beach, every day they cleaned the house, own kitchen, comfortable beautiful four-poster bed, spacious room. The bathroom has no ceiling over the shower, very unusual and great. In addition, a turtle lives in the yard! The only minor flaw is the poor internet, but as far as we know, this is a problem in many homes and hotels. Therefore, the house and the owner of 5+, we really hope to return to this house.

Nimal’s place was more beautiful, bigger, and better than I expected. That’s rare here on Airbnb. The space was clean, comfortable, and private. The house sits on a street in a hilly neighborhood among several other houses and homestays. It’s a 5 minutes walk down to the main road and a 10 minute walk to the beach. It’s a peaceful area. Nimal and the caretakers were really kind and helpful. I wish I had stayed longer.

Stay at Nimal’s was absolutely great and very comfortable. The best thing is that it’s located at a walking distance from the beach and the bus stand. I stayed on the first floor and it is well equipped with kitchen. I didn’t cook during my stay but it’s super convenient for anyone who is willing to. The property isn’t very far off from the restaurants either. AND it also has a very nice airy balcony overlooking the lawn where you could just sit and appreciate nature for hours. 😊 Another interesting part about the house is the open to the sky shower in the bathroom. Overall the place is very spacious and neat. I ended up stayed an extra night and wanted to stay longer but unfortunately the room wasn’t available. I am surely going to be back and would love to stay here again. Thanks Nimal to you and your team.