Bamboo Home stay Hiriketiya

Staying at this family-run homestay in Hiriketiya was very Sweet. The house is just a stone’s throw from the beach – you fall asleep to the gentle sound of the ocean and wake up in total peace. It’s quiet and calm, yet everything is just a short walk away. What made it truly magical, though, was the beautiful family that welcomed us. Their baby girl, Gaguli Unara, is an absolute angel – only a few weeks old and already full of light and sweetness. Being surrounded by this loving energy made our stay feel deeply grounding and connected. Hiriketiya has changed so much in recent years – it’s grown, it’s busier – but staying here, with a local family, brought back the authentic charm that originally drew people to this place and what seems to be forgotten down the road. I was especially touched by how sweet and caring they were with my own baby boy – they treated us with so much kindness and warmth. If you’re looking for a more soulful and genuine experience in Hiriketiya, this is the place. Thank you for everything.

Everything’s fine

Location, off the main beach, so it was quieter.

The room was baking hot, and the fan didn't help. There was no stand fan as shown in photo. Only a wall-mounted, which was weak. Charged me LKR 3,200 extra just to have the aircon for 1 night. €10 EXTRA for aircon for ONE night ! €10 !! That's ridiculous, considering the room was not cheap to begin with, for something so basic and run down. I stayed only 1 night, then found a much better place nearby that was cheaper.

The location. But mainly Sudath and Danisha, and now new baby daughter. also extended family. They are the best of Sri Lanka.

Nothing except I didn’t eat more of Danishas dhall.

Really nice family and beautiful lush green garden around the house. The room is simple but very clean with a comfortable bed, fan and private bathroom with a good shower.

Nothing to complain, just to make others aware that the location is very close to Hiri beach (left side of the bay) but at night the streets are quite dark and empty except for some (in my case friendly) dogs hanging around.

The location was easy to get to walking into the village and to the beach. Some of the roads however were in poor condition. Our hosts Sudath and Danesha with their nephew Assan, were the most charming friendly family and we were privileged to meet their new baby, born during our stay. We tasted Grandma’s traditional home cooked breakfasts and we chatted to all the family trying to learn sri lankan words. Isthuthi lovely family !

Super hosts and overall good

the beach is on the other side of a harbor so about 300m walking

The location in Hiri. The house is beautiful.