Hotel holiday rentals in Southern Province

Great hotel! The location is 2 minutes from the beach, shops and cafes nearby. Friendly host, hearty breakfasts. The room has everything you need. I recommend it!

This is a stunning spot a few minutes walk from Horseshoe Bay. Great decor, clean and really peaceful spot. Geraldine and Joshua looked after us brilliantly. We would definitely rebook. Only thing to note is that aside from (super delicious) breakfast there is no drink/food on offer for the rest of the day unless pre-arranged. But you can easily buy in the nearby supermarket and store in the fridge.

Cheap. Nice location. Comfy big bed. Room smelt a bit damp is only drawback. Good shower. Good location.

This was genuinely one of our favourite places in all of Sri Lanka. Incredibly peaceful and beautiful with a stunning view of the lake and just the sounds of nature. The room is very luxurious, from the big comfy bed to the beautiful bathroom with a hot waterfall shower, it was perfect! Madhu’s hospitality was expectional, we were so well taken care of and felt at home right away! We had dinner on the terrace by the lake both nights and it was the most delicious and varied local food we’ve had! The breakfast was also fantastic! One of the highlights was when Madhu offered for us to borrow her paddleboard of the lake where we went round the lagoon at sunset and saw lots of widlife! A truly exceptional place, would definitely recommend!!

We had such a great time at this place with my family. Our kids could play outside and we adults had a chance to relax. The whole host family were just lovely. Food was good, we got something for everyone (not an easy task). They helped us with everything we needed and were really flexible.

We stayed one night here between Galle and Ella. Sanath arranged the transport for us which was very nice (and a super safe driver!l). The room is very clean. The family of Sanath is so friendly and made us feel really at home. It was possible to have diner and it was the most delicious of Sri Lanka we had till now. In the morning we did a safari. Sanath is really good driver and ranger and we were so Lucky to see small baby elephants. We all loved it!! thanks a lot for everything! We will remember it for a long time.

You will find a little whisper of magic in the middle of nowhere with this lovely house that Svava and her husband own ... each nook and cranny has a beautiful story to tell and if you happen to run into the hosts (as we fortunately happened to) they will tell you about the stories behind the elements of the house that they designed and built (So you can image the amount of love that has gone into this place)...Svava was super prompt and proactive with suggestions, tips and helped us out with our transportation as well. Please do not expect to find the luxuries & amenities of a chain hotel or resort - expect a lovely experience that lets you completely detach from your normal routine and be transported into their world & you will go back with your soul feeling like it just took a spa day :) ... it is a little cut off from the hustle and bustle of the Main Street and tourists - so you will have to use the tuk tuk to get anywhere. We wish we had more time to explore the areas around the place!

Friendly hosts, super clean and beautiful bathroom. The bed is huge. Uchith was really kind and he even put a glass to the bathroom window because I was afraid of spiders! Thank you so much Uchith for the stay!😊

We had an amazing stay with Hiruni and Chehan. They are the kindest people, trying to meet ours and our kids every need. Including offering us rides, helping us with errands, cooking really good Sri Lankan food. The place is beautiful, bright and clean and in a great location, close to supermarkets and the beach is just a Tuktuk ride away. We can definitely recommend it anytime.

Lovely greeting on arrival, had everything we needed, great location between the 2 beaches and plenty of cafes, bars & restaurants to choose from. Loved our stay!

Such a gorgeous resort and hidden gem! Our room was clean and very comfortable, with a huge bed and large open shower. We stayed in many places in Sri Lanka but this was definitely one of our tops - wish we could’ve stayed longer! Food was also really nice, and very easy check in and check out process.

This was our favourite stay out of all our extensive travels. Dilini and her family went above and beyond to make it special. Breakfast was home-cooked and delicious, with a variety of local, homemade delights every morning, offering new surprises and flavours. The New Year’s feast was particularly special, shared with us along with some great games we enjoyed taking part in. Dilini, Channa, and the boys were kind and patient playing with our children (4.5yrs and 9months) making us feel very welcome. Thank you for the special memories and sharing your home and culture; we will be back! The surrounding nature and animals were amazing, with monkeys, kittens, and dogs living in harmony. The pool was wonderful, refreshing, and shaded in the afternoons which was a welcome respite for the heat! The location was great, with shops, spas, and good coffee nearby. We couldn’t ask for a better stay! Thank you for everything.

We enjoyed our stay. Our host and staff were extremely helpful and very friendly. The space is very serene, and the location is perfect - not far from shops and restaurants but at the same time quiet and peaceful. We felt very welcomed and very well taken care off.

From before arriving Rivindu was super helpful with airport taxi and recommendations. The team at the house where even more amazing always helpful, friendly and doing their most to cater to our asks. From organising taxi/tuk tuk, cooking dinners and breakfast. Keeping the place clean. We had a power out due to a light raining period but everyone was on it fixing issues putting the back up solar generator on as the electric mains was down. This was only a small bump but the house didn't feel it much. The bed was super comfy and great pillows. We had breakfast in the pool and at the picnic table with the food being as nice as the views. Fresh fruits, drinks, eggs and toast. One night we had the seafood in latter, honey pork and Tom yum soup. It was super tasty and I'd recommend the Soup but only if you like it spicy! Amazing team, house, views and location to relax and unwind. Recommended!

Great place to stay! Staff, location, rooms, pool and food was very good.

If you want a place away from the tourist crowd- this location is perfect with beach just 200m away walking... caution to the waves !!

Great quaint little hotel, we had the place to ourselves and very child friendly. Staff were very attentive and ordered us breakfast and gave us great advice on local attractions.

I spent a week at Meraki and loved it! Every detail—like a flower on the toilet paper, comfy pool cushions, pristine garden, and fluffy towels—added a personal touch. As a small, family-run hotel, Meraki stands out from large chains with genuine care from the owners and staff. On my first solo trip as a woman, I felt completely safe and welcome. The hotel’s design perfectly suits my taste, and I only wished my stay was longer (special thanks to Iona for accommodating a special wish of me!). The pool area is relaxing, and the yoga sessions were very nice (also for a beginner)! With an ideal location near the sea and attractions, plus an excellent breakfast featuring fresh fruits + a la carte options, and fantastic coffee, Meraki truly impressed me. Huge thanks to the entire team! Every single team member was treating me with kindness and I really appreciate this a lot 💚 in my opinion this is the perfect place to be in Sri Lanka’s south coast!

Very nice room with high ceiling and big windows and a nice view of the river. The large bed is very comfy. Unfortunately no A/C, but well tolerable at night with ceiling fan. No cooking facilities, but cheap restaurants within walking distance. The family is very nice - and uncomplicated when changing the reservation.

We stayed a good week at Casa Smeralda's place. It was like coming home. The owner is social and has done a drink with us. The staff is super friendly and feels like family. Maybe because they were so sweet to our son (1.5) years. The swimming pool is nice and clean, the garden too, it is directly on a nice quiet beach where you can swim in the sea and close to the busier Hiriketiya where you will find many eateries and bars. Tuktuk is only 5/8 minutes. The food here is delicious and the price is completely accurate with the service that is provided. Hundred percent recommend and hopefully we'll come back sometime.

We had a great stay at Ziziphus Tree Villas, the room was lovely and comfortable. A special thanks to the hotel manager for his help when we had trouble with a breakdown in our Tuk tuk. His kindness and assistance made all the difference, and we truly couldn’t have managed without him!

We absolutely loved our stay at Villa Jungle. We stayed almost 3 weeks. The rooms are classy, the view is amazing, and the location is convenient to all the shops. the staff are professional and very polite and helpful. The sand on the beach is lovely, light, and soft to walk on. The ocean here has fantastic bug eaves you can watch. Its fun to wade in but dangerous to swim a lot of the time. Great for boogie boarding. The food was great and the restaurant service was impeccable.. thank you to all the wonderful staff for allowing us to feel right at home.

We stayed a week at Slow Life boutique hotel. It felt very safe and contained . Our room was lovely upstairs with a little balcony ,air conditioning and our own bathroom. Everything was very clean our sheets and towels were changed . The common area was available but when in the hotel we spent more time in our lovely cool bedroom. Marissa was interesting to explore . The southern end of the beach was a lot calmer to swim in. It was great watching the surfers at the northern end of the beach . The only thing that wasn’t available was facilities to cook our own food . But that was fine as there were so many lovely places to eat in Marissa. Our hosts organised a scooter for us to use . Thanks very much for everything.

Great place to stay. The staff is incredibly nice and helpful. The rooms are superb - beautifully decorated, spacious and the outside bathroom was just wow.