Slow Living Guesthouse and Hostel

Asanka and Nirosha welcomed me like family to thier property. I was incredibly lucky to have my room upgraded to the apartment, which i highly recommend booking. 🌟 It made my last week in sri lanka so enjoyable, they looked after me so well, with delicious breakfasts, (different every day) great advice, tours etc 😁 The bed was the most comfy king size bed I've had in sri lanka. I look forward to seeing them again next visit 🙏

Booked for two nights and decided to extend for another. The owners are friendly and easy to communicate with. Will surely come back again.

Asanke has been an excellent host. I was made feel like at home, enjoyed the huge garden and met wonderful people. I couldn't have asked for more and the breakfast was proper Sri Lankan what is really a plus.

Die Anlage ist schön in einem großen Garten und die Ehefrau und die Tochter sind super nett. Der Besitzer ist aber sehr problematisch. Man kan vor Ort direkt einen Scooter mieten. Den braucht man auch definitiv, da das Hostel ein Stück außerhalb liegt. Es ist nicht schlecht, aber absolut basic und ohne geglichen Comfort.

Der Besitzer ist zwar nett, aber redet ganz schlecht über frühere Gäste und macht sich extrem lustig über seine Langzeit-Mieter. Er sagt man solle sich wie zu Hause fühlen und könne alles benutzen, wollte mich aber dann allen ernstes für zwei Mal Pasta kochen in der Küche extra zahlen lassen, weil man die Küche anscheinend nicht nutzen darf (hat er mir vorher aber nicht gesagt). Das Abendessen ist lecker, aber viel zu teuer, geht lieber ins Dorf was essen. Für ein Bier will er ernsthaft 1000 Rupien, wo das Bier im Laden 200 kostet. Auch musste ich am Ende mehr zahlen als in meiner Booking Reservierung stand. Für das Wasser aus dem Wasserspender wird jedes Mal was berechnet. Das Wlan funktioniert nur im Haupthaus der Familie, die ab 21 Uhr die Haustüren schließt. Der Zug fährt direkt am Haus vorbei, sodass es mehrmals pro Stunde richtig laut wird. Das Frühstück ist das Schlechteste das ich je in einem Hostel hatte, sodass ich nach 2 Tagen keins mehr genommen habe. Man bekommt 2 Stücke Obst und ein paar Bohnen oder harte Toasts und schwarzen Kaffee. In den 5 Tagen, die ich dort war, wurde das Zimmer und das Bad kein einziges Mal geputzt, kein Müll geleert und für Klopapier musste man immer extra fragen. Im Zimmer ist es brühend heiß. Während meiner ersten Nacht sind aus dem Lattenrost von meinem Bett die Latten rausgefallen, sodass ich das Bett wechseln musste. Es ist wirklich nur das bare minumum. Geht lieber woanders hin!

Die Anlage

Das Zimmer, die Sauberkeit und das Verhalten des Besitzers

My first homestay towards the end of my trip, intention for 2 nights, turned into 4 nights. When you’re missing home a bit, this place felt like home to me, Asanka really brought me a lot of joy, chaos and fun, highly recommend the stay here

super ambiance dans cette guest house avec Asanka en chef d'orchestre, qui vous joue ses plus belles partitions lors du dîner familial où les voyageurs se retrouvent pour un moment d'échange et de convivialité. Merci à Lishan également pour ses conseils sur des endroits à visiter. de très bons moments passés ici malgré le cours séjour !

les moustiques! sinon il manquerait peut être un petit espace jeu ou autre pour varier les plaisirs! plage accessible à pied (devil's rock) mais peu de commerces aux alentours, les tuks tuks ont parfois du mal trouver l'adresse!

Pretty much everything except for a few things.

The fans in the dorm room I was staying in were so weak, it was hard to fall asleep. Also there was no curtain next to my bed and the large glass window lets the sunlight in making it difficult to sleep or even nap while the sun is up.

Nice place to meet people

Little overpriced double room without AC The territory is hard to walk barefoot Outside shower looks messy, green water in baskets, someone’s dirty soapy laundry, old razors and moss One day was a good breakfast, next day toast and jam, not enough porridge if you come later Train is going right behind the wall of double room, literally 10 meters away, first train is going 5am, very loudly Far away from everything, need to take tuktuk mostly

A very nice and welcoming hostel. As soon as I arrived, the family welcomed me warmly and showed me around the hostel — they were really kind. The facilities are spacious and comfortable, and there is a great atmosphere because they encourage guests to socialize, which creates a very friendly vibe. The breakfast was different every day and always super tasty.

The only downside is that it’s a bit far from the center, so it’s better if you have a bike or motorbike. Also, the train passes very close by and can be a bit noisy.

Asanka and his family have created a lovely home for everyone to share. He hosts amazing dinners and also has some ashwaganda for a reasonably good price.

The host, the vibe and the other people - it was like family! And Asanka did everything for his guests, such an amazing host!

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The location was good, close to some restaurants and the beach. The Man running it was friendly.

The room was right beside the train tracks, it felt as if the train was going to come through the room. We had ants all over our floor. We had our owner toilet but not sink to wash our hands. We weren't really told where the facilities were. We had to go through a dorm room to use their shower or there was an outdoor shower that people from their balcony next door could look into.

Location, freedom, hospitality, Felt like home. Joyful place.

Train 🚆 noise

Super chilled and very friendly hostel. Breakfast great and some evening meals as well. Space to relax and a short walk to the main road for the bus stop and a nice beachside cafe if needed. Hostel is just outside the main town. Many people had hired a scooter, lots were there for the surfing.

The railway line is very close, you soon get used to it but was very loud early in the morning.

Great vibes, good hosts. Good time had by all.

Could do with another shower room but we all got by.

Host is too good and he puts his best take care of the guests

No power backup .

Beautiful guest house with amazing people, hope to going back there

Asanka is an incredibly friendly host, very welcoming and we felt right at home. The price is very fair, the rooms were neat and the food excellent. Staying with Asanka’s family was a wonderful experience.

We stayed at this hostel for three nights and had the most incredible experience, thanks to our wonderful host, Asanka. From the moment we arrived, he treated us like family. A former tour guide and an excellent chef, Asanka was always eager to share his knowledge, cooking skills, and travel tips—completely free of charge. He took us on a memorable sightseeing trip to Galle, stopping at beautiful hidden gems along the way, and even arranged tuk-tuks for us at great local prices. Whenever we wanted food, he was happy to cook for us, and the meals were delicious. The bed and breakfast was fantastic—clean, comfortable, and homely. Asanka went above and beyond to ensure we were always comfortable. He was quick to fix the Wi-Fi, brought us extra fans without hesitation, and even offered us a stay in the air-conditioned apartment at no extra cost. His support didn’t stop when we left the hostel either—he stayed in touch via WhatsApp to help us with travel advice for the rest of our trip around Sri Lanka. His wife, Nirosha, was also incredibly kind and did our laundry with great care for a very reasonable price. Asanka was truly the best Sri Lankan “friend and dad” we could have asked for. Staying here was a highlight of our trip, and we’ll never forget the incredible hospitality we were shown.

It’s an amazing place and you will feel at home the minute you arrive here. I had a really relaxed time here but also social over some delicious dinner! Definitely recommend to stay here!

Asanka Cagri and Oscar are absolute legends And the dinner is the best

Amazing place, simple but clean and just perfect to slow down and go with the flow. Yummy breakfast, too!! Perfectly located, quiet but still central. Asanka created a place that really feels like coming home to. Everyone is so friendly and I kept on extending. I will be back.

Slow living guesthouse combined the best aspects of a hostel and a home stay. As soon as we arrived we were made to feel at home. Asanka was a fantastic host who’s ready to help with everything, from giving his cap to wear for the stay to late night snacks and travel tips. The group breakfast (which is included) and other meals made this a very social place to stay (if you wanted) and the food was the best we’ve had yet with freshly caught fish on the day and delicious deserts. I couldn’t recommend this more and wish we could’ve stayed longer, we were welcomed into the family home as Asanka’s own.

There is nothing not to like. What a lovely place.

Slow living hostel have a “house vibe” what makes you feel at home straight away, Asanka the host is a storyteller, and he is a central piece of this experience making sure, really sure, that everything is perfect for you! Really easy to meet other travelers and share nice moments also, I really enjoyed my staying there and would stay again in a blink of an eye!

I liked everything

Great hostel experience! The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, making the stay even more enjoyable. Our dorm had only three people, which made it quiet and comfortable. The shared bathroom was cleaned regularly, ensuring a pleasant stay. Highly recommend!

Super friendly and very easy to socialise and make friends very open and relaxed

Quite hard beds. Hit and miss wether AC helps that much and very loud with train and construction

The group, vibe, place was just soo nice! Definitely more slow living than the fancy and party hostels in the area; this place is more to create connections and live more of a local experience. The owner is super nice, sociable and cooks dinners for anyone if you want. Facilities are spacious, nice and clean.

The bed was not so comfortable, had a hole on my shoulder so had to turn around to sleep well.

Great family, great atmosphere. They make you feel like home. The location was also perfect for me - you are close to several surf spots as well as the bars and restaurants of Ahangama and midigama, but you are not right at the spot.

Many people will decide to stay longer, which is a great sign, but can also lead to a bit of a chaotic situation as the overview of who's staying for how long may get lost a bit. But they always sorted it out somehow :-)

Amazing people, human connection and experience

We love slow living! We have been travelling Sri Lanka for 2 months and this is easily our favourite we have been, the garden is beautiful and filled with loads of organic food the owners cook with, mongoose and monkeys playing under palm trees and kitten come to play every dinner time, a lagoon next to the apartment, you feel like your in a nature retreat. The rooms are clean and beds were amazing, comes with a mosquito net for every bed and a big fan in each room, the owner asanka is the best host we have ever met, used to be a chef and cooks the best Sri lankan food for you, he even does cooking classes. We loved our stay we extended it for afew extra days. Your also very near beaches and bus stops so you can travel along the coast easily. Honestly don't have a bad word to say, 100% recommend to anyone in Sri Lanka, we love you asanka!

Nothing it's the perfect place

Very friendly Great location, nice place with calm environment

Amazing hostel. I extended my stay because I liked it so much. It’s very cosy. The Sri Lankan family that runs the property are very kind, friendly and makes you feel at home and cooked fresh and healthy food. Thanks to this hostel I made many new friends and had a great time.

The owner was super nice and he prepared a great breakfast for me, even though I was too early! Mosquito net over the bed

Matress and cushion were very hard, bed was too short for me (1.80m) and there was no blanket. The hostel is right next to the railway with a crossing, so everytime it passes it also honks, which is very loud. There were no power sockets in the room. No AC.

Hospitality Small dorm rooms with 3 beads Clean space and bathroom Garden area to sit and do meditation/yoga/movement Breakfast included if you like

Nothing particular Could be a bit loud with the train near by or during the day they have some construction going on for a new building but nothing to worry or complain about !!

Beautiful guesthouse tucked away from the busy main street. Only 3 beds in the dorm so it‘s not too cramped. The beach just on the other side of the street is great for swimming. The owner is lovely and makes sure you‘re well fed during breakfast. Would stay here again :)

Super super nice kind hosts. It's like Mi Casa Su Casa vibes. I had an AMAZING meal cooked for me free of charge. Best curry I have had so far in 3 weeks. Room was also pretty comfortable, and overall the place was really tranquil.

Only I think the charging ports maybe are not working so well and were in weird locations so I had some trouble charging my things which wasn't great. I got eaten by mosquitos and I didn't know how to get back inside when I came home late one note but I'd say these pretty minor points.

Nice place to stay. Great value for money. Awesome breakfast

Quiet hostel with an amazing hosts, Asanka and his family were very helpful. His english is great, he even speaks some german! The room, bed and bathroom were clean but basic. The value you get for the price is a very very good deal. The rice and curry was really delicious, a lot of dishes and big portions for a fair price. The common area (inside or outside) was great to hang out, you could even use it as a working space.

The family that runs the hostel was very friendly and welcoming. The room was simple but clean and comfortable. It had everything I needed plus the included breakfast was delicious. The Hostel is surrounded by a big garden with tropical trees - very beautiful! It's close to the mainroad so it was very easy to take the public bus in both directions. I ordered rice and curry for dinner. One of the best I had on my whole Sri Lanka trip. I can only recommend!