Janaka's House

It was an impulsive decision to stay at Batigama considering it was between Matara and Dikwella. I was very happy with my decision as it worked out great and I managed to cover a lot around. The beauty of this place is it's simply up the road from a nice beach and you can walk up twice a day for a swim. My room had a balcony the view isn't spectacular but the balcony size is reasonably large to drag chairs and sit outside. Janak has a tuktuk that he uses only privately but is willing to drop and pick you up for less than what they charge on the main road. Janak is a Ex-Navy personnel and is very helpful. (His son Nipun is lazy please try and drag him to the beach if you can he could use a tan:) Janaks wife with such a heart warming smile is a great cook and the home meals were delicious and well presented.. I had couple of coffee and breakfast every morning. I also thoroughly enjoyed my morning cuppa served in a pot with milk and sugar on the side. They have an ultra friendly dog, give him some love and he'll dry hump your petting hand. But they keep him in their house so if you not a dog person, fret not. I chose to be his friend but I can't remember him name.. Vikramasinghe Tilakaratne or something.

It's a fan room and the light switch positions were inconvenient, the lighting was white and bright and I've mentioned to Janaka to consider have the second light to warmer or earthy for evening wind down.

A peaceful, secluded and quiet yet very central home, with everything one could possibly need around the corner. The bay (that happens to be a home to five very gentle sea turtles) just a quick barefoot walk away. And most importantly - what a wonderful family! We felt home from the minute we arrived. Each person brought something unique and special to our stay. Nipun - one of the nicest and interesting men I’ve met. A heart of gold. Danuli made us the most beautiful card, and was always there to welcome us back from the beach. Cobi - the dog who stole our hearts. The mum who tickled our taste buds. The dad who saw to our every need. Best night. Best sleep. Best homestay. Thank you! We’ll be back very, very soon.

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The property is situated conveniently- a short walk to 2 great beaches and a tuktuk ride to Hiriketiya. There is a decent restaurant nearby and a small grocery shop. The walk to the commercial center took about 20 minutes. My room had balconies on both sides and a good fan so I slept comfortably with the balconey doors opened. It was quiet enough although on a busy road.

This place is good for living if you are tired of the city, the noise and the people. The hotel is close to the sea, but no one swims there because there are big waves, you need to go swimming to the other end of Dickwell Beach, or go to turtle beach ( It is convenient to swim there, but the water is a little dirty). There are few shops near the hotel, few goods. For fruits and groceries, you need to go to Dickwella or walk for 20 minutes. We lived for 7 nights, it's too long for a Batigama. Boring. The owner's family are very nice people, a wonderful daughter. All the room amenities are good. On the first day we took breakfast at the hotel, not bad, but very expensive 1000 rupees for 1 person, it should not cost so much. There is a kitchen, we cooked by ourselves. Once we were treated to a tuna dinner, delicious if you like curry. We liked that it was quiet. There is no air conditioning, only a fan, but it was not hot. Beautiful garden.

One disadvantage is that on the last day the owner asked for money for using the refrigerator, it was unexpected for us, he did not warn us in advance. We did not pay, we know that some hotel owners do this on the last day. The price for accommodation was also different, but this issue was resolved successfully. I advise you to discuss all prices before arrival. Everything else is fine.

This is a great find , the rooms are clean with frequent offers from the hosts to refresh. Nothing is too much trouble for Janaka and his very attentive family, his wife Ranjani is frankly one of the best cooks I’ve encountered in any country we have visited, and their son Nipun and daughter Danuli supported them in attending to our every need. Janaka has a tuk tuk and offers great tours of the area at a good price. Danuli is a delightful, enchanting child and the whole family were just great company. The meals are freshly cooked and varied (we ate here everyday) and good value. There is hot water in the bathrooms and a small kitchen for your own use. Highly recommend.

Friendly and helpful hosts. The family very welcoming. Excellent breakfast with fruits from their own garden and choice of either continental or srilankan breakfast. Janaka takes you around in his Tuk Tuk if wanted☀️. Close to the Beach across the road.

very friendly family! they helped us with everything. warm shower and a comfy bed.

They had a dog there was always someone with the dog and held him. It was no problem for us but it might be for someone else.

The location is absolutely perfect at 2 steps from 3 beaches. Janaka and his family are really good hosts ! The family is cute as well as the doggy 🤩 Really friendly and careful about the comfort of the guests. We have felt really welcome and it was an absolute pleasure to stay at this accommodation. The breakfast is also really tasty with fresh fruits and fresh food.

Nice location, super near the Beach and the baby turtles if you want to see them! Two small shops just next to if you have need for some snacks or water etc. At the Beach there is also few comfy small restaurants. And huge plus that there is hot in the shower. Superb breakfast with fresh fruits straight from the lovely garden what the host has. Lovely family :)