Villa Araliya

Absolutely Loved the atmosphere, this hotel is managed by a dad and a son they both are extremely nice. Very helpful. Looking forward on coming back!!!

It was so peaceful. I stayed longer than I booked, to have so many days without horns, roosters and dogs barking was absolutely heavenly I loved it. The family that hosts are the kindest people you would like to meet. If I do get back to Sri Lanka this will be the spot I come back too.

Nothing loved every moment

The place has an amazing view over the lagoon, spacious and very quiet and peaceful. Ravil and his family make you feel like you're home. They were very helpful anytime they were needed

Ravil and his family were fantastic hosts, warm, friendly, and incredibly accommodating. Nothing was ever too much trouble for them, which made the stay even more enjoyable. The apartment is very spacious, featuring a beautiful outdoor terrace, a pool which is cleaned daily and a balcony overlooking the lake. The setting is wonderfully quiet and peaceful, with truly stunning sunrises and sunsets that make the experience even more special. I was working during my stay and the WiFi was fast and reliable. You can expect a calm and comfortable stay here. As a solo female traveller, I felt completely safe throughout my visit.

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The price is very reasonable, yet the facilities feel luxurious. Our room had a beautiful panoramic lake view, which made the stay even more special. The property is run by a lovely family who are incredibly attentive and helpful. The owner and his son were both very friendly, and they went above and beyond to support us during our stay. The room is spacious, clean, and well equipped, with a separate small kitchen and dining area, which was very convenient. They also offer activities like kayaking and catamaran boat safaris definitely worth trying! The environment is calm and peaceful, and the sunrise in the morning was absolutely stunning. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a relaxing and comfortable stay!

If you’re reading this, don’t look any further! I stayed here for 3 weeks, and the place is amazing! Very comfortable accommodations, each apartment has its own floor. The view of the lagoon is breathtaking and the whole place exudes a peaceful calm retreat. The owner, Ravil, is one of the kindest people I’ve met, and his whole family is involved in running the place, and they are all wonderful. The pool is well maintained and refreshing, and kayaks are available to explore the lagoon or go on a tour. The beach is also walkable and is just lovely as well, with a small cafe with another personable owner. I found the location to be perfect, between Hikkaduwa and Galle, an easy Tuk Tuk or PickMe ride to both. You will not regret staying here, I highly recommend it to everyone!

Nothing, it is just fabulous!

Unser Aufenthalt war toll - wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und kommen sehr gerne wieder!

Exceptional Stay – Peaceful, Clean, and Beautiful Views!

The atmosphere, The privacy, The view, The hospitality everything is amazing. Definitely a place to revisit.

Literally Nothing. No complaints at all. We were so happy that the place was more than what we expected.

Overall stay was really good The location Facilities Are outstanding

Villa is amazing and looks exactly like on pictures. Everything was pretty clean, the room has a sunny terrace. The kitchenette has all necessary for cooking. Ravil and his family were impressively kind and helped us with every question. We’d like to come back :)

We spent just one night in this apartment. It’s nicely located at the lake with an amazing view and own platform in the water. In addition, the pool was nice to cool down.

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Very good set up of room with balcony, kitchen and utensils + great view. the host was also very nice and kind. I would say this was one of the most well made set up. lightning etc was also very nice.

bathroom could have a bit of daily amenities like toothpaste, etc. Room could have one blanket.

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Beautiful apartment with gorgeous glass patio that can be full opened for full view of the lake. Property was gorgeous. Great pool. Room was perfectly clean and spacious. Nice AC unit.

Wish I could have just taken a canoe/kayak out on my own to relax in the water. Instead for a fee you can coordinate for the owner’s son (a very sweet kid) to take you. I personally just like my independence and would have really enjoyed being in the water on my own.

Beautiful view on the lake, really pretty room. Ravil is so hospitable and helpful!

This place was a real hidden gem. The room was comfy and had good lighting, bed was nice and comfortable. The balcony is amazing! It has the best view of the lake, large and airy with windows all the way around. Would recommend to anyone wanting some quiet but still close to everything

What a beautiful, quiet place right on the water. Ravi and his family are so nice, the villa is spacious, clean with a private kitchen. You can hire a 2 seater kayak at a very good rate. It's a ten minute walk to the main road. It's a little piece of heaven. Fully recommend. Beautiful breakfast on the last morning as well. Thank you for some top draw hospitality Ravi.

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I recently stayed at Villa Araliya and had an exceptional experience. The spacious accommodations, stunning views, and attentive staff made my stay truly memorable. The owner's helpfulness added a personal touch, ensuring a delightful visit. Safe parking, warm showers, and a convenient 6-minute drive to Hikkaduwa were additional highlights. I highly recommend Villa Araliya for a luxurious and comfortable stay

Room was nice and comfy, amazing view to the lake and garden. Cozy pool and free cleaning every week included.

Internet was limited, so you should bring your own to be able to work. You can't pay for the room by card, only cash. To use washing machine you should pay 3$ additionally every time. Unfortunately host didin't check his kayak and gave us a broken one, so my sister and I have almost drawn in the lake.

An amazing place, located right on the edge of a lake Host speaks good English and took great care of me for anything I needed Each floor has one room with a large covered balcony. There is a refrigerator, a kitchen, and a sitting area The level of maintenance is very high and the facilities are in new condition highly recommend

We were renting this apartment for two weeks. Owner's family lives in the same area. There is an opportunity to rent a boat on the territory of apartaments for a trip on lagoon. In lagoon you can find floating varans and crabs, birds and volatile foxes. The apartments are within walking distance from the beaches of Dondaduwa. Hikkaduva Beach, which is more suitable for swimming, an hour on foot. Cargils in a 20-minute walk. There is a fish market near (10 minutes) and small stores. The apartment includes a bedroom, a bathroom and a large terrace. There is a kitchen with a gas stove and a fridge on the terrace. The kitchen has all the necessary dishes, cooking items, blender, toaster. A large dining table that is suitable for work. There is an opportunity to buy breakfast. The owners have treated us breakfast for free. The bedroom has a fan and air conditioning. The bathroom has a water-heater, so there is always hot water in the shower. The internet is not unlimited, the owner warns about it in advance. There is an opportunity to increase the limit in case of payment.