Beacon by the Bay Villas and Suites by the Clarks

"So we did our avurudu trip this year here. Firstly it has the Dondra lighthouse directly opposite right above turquoise water which made a beautiful view each time we looked out. The beach is pretty secluded and a just need to follow a little footpath. Lovely property and one of the novelty rooms is a bed made out rock, crazy right?!?! But it’s so pretty Rest of the rooms are also spacious. Now this was not even the best part because the kids absolutely loved it and they were super accommodating from food to the mess and the noise. Really recommend booking out the whole space as we did Shoutout to the staff who even helped source a cake for my dad’s birthday in the middle of avurudu. Definitely going back"

Gaia Soul

Paradise Beach Resort & Diving School

"This is a terrible hotel. Lousy rooms. Spiders. AC non functional. Fan not working. Staff attitude is horrendous. Rude ******. The food is yuks. I have never stayed in a worse place. Don't visit even if you are paid to."

360 Rainforest

"Fabulous experience in luxury ‘tents’. Rooms were on stilts, with en-suite facilities, water, tea and coffee provided. Very comfortable just 50 m from the edge of the Rain Forest. Beautifully cooked simple but delicious food for dinner and breakfast, possibly the best we had in our 14 day tour. Great hike through the rainforest with a local guide ending in a refreshing waterfall dip."

LakRaj Heritage

"From our stay Value of the money clean and well organized outstanding sea view with natural pool balcony we enjoy every single moment food was great staff are friendly near polhena public beach plan your self with goggles and swimming kit must be with you enjoy the day with every single minute. specially thank you Mr danuka and the team For our memorable stay well back again "

Handun Villas

"Handun Villas went above and beyond in every way possible, the service was amazing, the staff was amazing and the location was something I no longer thought existed in down south Sri Lanka. We also had a couple of requests and plans which was executed perfectly to the dot by the team at Handun Villas and they also have their own restaurant right on the beach. Definitely would highly recommend this place to anyone who’s looking for a peaceful villa inside a coconut tree estate with the beach right across the road."

Nil Diya Beach Resort

"We visited this place at the end of April 2026 with our family during a down south trip. Our room was conveniently located near the swimming pool, making it very easy to access, which we really appreciated. The food was delicious, and we even got the chance to see sea turtles on the nearby beach. The staff were friendly and welcoming, making our stay even more enjoyable."

Talalla Retreat

"Talalla Retreat was the perfect way to end our trip. Quiet, peaceful, and surrounded by natural beauty, it truly felt like a little slice of paradise. We loved the delicious buffet meals, refreshing smoothies, and the incredibly relaxing massages. The private beach was a dream, and the stunning sunsets made our stay unforgettable. A serene spot to unwind and soak up the coastal charm."

Seasons Four Mini Jungle Cabana

"Very friendly guy! Very beautiful stay! Very good service, the whole family is very helpful. Arrived at the host, leaving as a friend! Definitely the best place to stay in this area :) There are beautiful beaches and a lighthouse. Host can arrange a cheap shuttle service! Everything was awesome ❤️"

Surf N Spice - Hiriketiya

"Nice little hotel close to beach, bars and restaurants. Breakfast is very good and food at their restaurant is delicious"

Mazarine Surf Suites Hiriketiya

"First they apparently did not receive our booking…. Then tried to get a refund through booking site but they said they didn’t have the money and that the hotel did, however so did the receptionist who was very sure we could get a refund to pay him again. Ended up having to pay for another room and it cost the same amount as 2 nights and it’s definitely not worth the price."

Paradise Beach House

"This guesthouse was amazing value for money. It is just a minute's walk from the beach, and from restaurants. The family who host are amazingly friendly and kind, such good hosts. There are two rooms, upstairs so there is a lovely balcony to have meals on and good privacy. The room is very large and clean, as is the bathroom. There is no hot water, which in this area is not much of an issue. The breakfast is included and is delicious. On my day of departure, I left at 4am for a National Park safari and the host made breakfast for me to takeaway and even got up to give it to me straight out of the fridge so it was fresh. I chose to have dinner both nights, you can choose the time, and it was amazing home Sri Lankan cooking. I think it is the best meal you will have in the area, and great value. Hot water would be good in cold times of the year, but this is usually not a problem on the south coast."