The Native Weligama

Not recommended at all. It was really difficult to find the location. No route maps or the name boards were projected. We tried to contact over the phone and the number was not reachable. With the help of the tuk tuk driver, we waited for sometime. And then one helper arrived to the scene, where went and called the owner. But the place was quite strange and from the beginning we didnt feel comfortable. The owner was not aware about our arrival. When he met us, he is asking from which platform the booking had done. We tried to cancel the booking but as it was the last minute, the amount was not refundable. We were forced to check in. The owner made us wait like around 40 minutes in the sit out of the room as we was arranging and cleaning the room.It was too hot outside as well and it was quite disappointing. We didn't feel safe at all in this property as we only girls were staying. The owner and one helper was only there. We took the shower and left for sight seeing. Once our day trip is over, we didnt feel like going back to the property, was feeling unsafe. Once we reach there around 10pm, the property gate was closed. Everything happening was quite strange and we decided to check out rather that to stay in an unpleasant place. One we climbed the stairs we could see the owner was taking a walk in the living room next to our room. The other rooms were empty. We didnt feel comfortable. We suddenly paid the amount and checked out from there. And booked another place for our stay that night. We lost am amount of 6000 to 7000 lkr. We just checked in for a shower, not even stay in the night and paid the whole amount. Very unsatisfied and fearful experience.

The place is very far away from the main beach despite being recommended by booking, and not cheap. Also, the owner claims to teach surfing lessons and sell surfing classes for pretty expensive price, but later on the person who turned up was not the owner. The instructors were flakey, never turned up and the owner never refunded the money I called, messaged multiple times and no response on the day of checkout. He later on messaged claiming he would try to refund and I gave him 2 months, never responded again It’s not about the amount of money but more leaving a bad place in the mouth when I left Sri Lanka

Lovely size room, comfortable bed & good bathroom, although shower was either cold or boiling. Was nice to have a clothes rail & hangers. Balcony overlooking wooded area behind main road. Monkeys often present & entertaining to watch. Good size tasty breakfast & was great to have a kitchen & fridge available.

Would have been nice to have had a bench in the room vs bags & clothes on the floor. Location is a little bit further out from main road, we did know when booking & was fine for 2 of us walking back at night, but wouldn’t have wanted to do alone.

We had a good stay at the Native Weligama. Lovingly decorated and the communication with the owners was very good. We were able to check in at 6:00 am without any problems or extra charge. Many thanks for that. We enjoyed our stay.

Breakfast was served every morning in the blazing sun. We and other guests had to move the tables ourselves every day to the shade .Parasols or something would make breakfast more pleasant for someone who is not yet used to the intense heat.

very modern, nice lighting in room, great staff - there is laundry service too

everything was super

The guesthouse overall is very nice. Hot water is present, but little pressure. Washing machine was out of service. Breakfast is good. It would be nice to have more light in room.

The hosts were so amazing, the rooms were comfy, and the breakfast everyday was lovely. Highly recommend staying here if you’re in Weligama.

No complaints.

Nothing

The first floor rooms smelled like mold, even though they tried to cover it with air fresheners. The bathrooms were not clean. The upstairs only had solar powered showers, which means they were lukewarm warm in the evening. The property is located right in a fairly busy road. So it is quite loud in the evening. The neighborhood dogs barked all night, making it difficult to sleep. The common areas are poorly lit which makes them difficult to use in the evening. There was no staff on site when we checked in, so you have to rely on communication from the owners, which is delayed and defensive. We left after the first night and found accommodations down the street at the Sapiens, where they were welcoming, helpful and the rooms were clean and less expensive. Definitely would recommend people stay somewhere else.

The place is incredibly beautiful! Firstly, it’s very clean and good looking. Secondly, the breakfast is really tasty and just looks nice. And the last but not the least it’s really affordable! Thanks to the host for keeping in touch and helping with questions that we had! Btw we saw monkes in the early morning jumping from tree to a tree

Wifi was a little slow but the local sim does the trick, means didn’t interrupt our experience. Some occasional insects and reptiles can frighten your wife so you have to hunt them down and let them live their happy life outside of your room

Lovely rooms, friendly staff and yummy breakfast. Beautiful garden to sit out in after a day at the beach.

Unfortunately the neighbours next door had extremely loud karaoke nights till very early in the morning which kept us awake till the early hours. Such a shame,as otherwise very tranquil.

Everything was so pretty and the rooms were a great size. Staff always around and easy to contact on watsapp.

A bit far from the beach but we enjoyed the walk

I loved it! Really clean and comfortable. And the hosts are really friendly and helpful.

Property offered very tasty breakfasts everyday, wifi was very fast, which is important when you work remotely

Although i stayed for 5 nights, cleaning was only once. In the bathroom there were cockroaches, tap was not in the right direction and it was hard to wash hands.

Location and cleansing. Complementary coffee and clean kitchen.

Some details at the room we stayed such as the tap on the sink being broken and moving side to side and the sink was flooding. The fan needs a repair since makes lot of noise. The bathroom door is installed the other way around so you cannot close it from the inside.

Perfect place if you will serf especially) The room is simple but has everything for your comfort. Especially areas for clothes were excellent. We love sharing kitchen, you can find even ice, tea and coffee there.

We had scooter and location was not a problem for us. But breakfast can be more hearty

This place has soul. I like every single detail. It was nice and comfortable. The breakfast was delicious. Staff was really kind and helpful. I really like that owner send me messages with all detail, numbers of tuk tuk drivera, places when I can to go. It was helpful.

The location was little bit scary at night.

Beautiful place! Super clean, nice location, comfortable beds and nice staff. Breakfast was great too. Would definitely recommend.

Only small comment: I was charged way too much for laundry. Worth walking a few streets to find a cheaper place.

Very clean and simple, and affordable Breakfast was lovely too!

Everything was so simple and nice no complaints!

Super clean, comfortable, warm shower with good water pressure. The host was responsive through WhatsApp. Use of the kitchen was also a big plus. We were the only ones staying at the time (May 2024), and it felt lovely and private.

Unfortunately, our experience of this property was ruined by the staff who came in the morning to clean and do breakfast. One of the cleaners was extremely professional, whilst the other one was sat on her phone, scrolling TikTok really loudly on the balcony and right outside our room from 8:30-11am, stopping only to make us breakfast. We felt she was rushing us to check-out, keeping an eye on our every move, even following me to the top floor where I’d hung my clothes to dry. Payment was also an issue, we thought payment was handled through booking.com as its stated when booking: ‘You will be charged a prepayment of the total price at any time’. We were then told to pay the ladies who came in the morning, which was fine as we had cash on us. However, the ladies had no change, which meant us having to go to a shop to get the right change. We had a TukTuk which made this less of a hassle. Please can you update your payment policy on booking.com to make the cash only clearer for guests.

The aesthetic, the kitchen, the breakfast, the outside tables, the spacious desk, a ton of small details added that made us feel so at home.

Bathroom could do with a mat as it’s very slippy when wet haha!

A wonderful place to stay - maybe gets a little hot in the common area, but the rest is perfect. Very fast wifi for Weligama!

Modern and clean place, good internet connection. Light breakfast, laundry option

Breakfast available only 8-10 which is not ideal if you want to leave early. 15min to the beach, in the night time better take tuk tuk to come back, but it’s cheap

Huge room - a lot of space Quite calm in the night 15-20min walk to beach and Restaurants

Breakfast is not as big as in other accommodations so you might be hungry after an hour again especially when you went Surfing in the morning

Large spacious rooms with balcony which were clean and had working air conditioning. Quiet secluded location, which means you walk about 15-20 minutes to the beach. Breakfast is served at the accommodation

The accommodation is rather impersonal compared to all the other hotels we have stayed in, as there is a self-check-in and you don't get to see the owners. Two ladies serve breakfast, but don't understand much English. You can't choose anything at breakfast, everyone gets the same thing. The portions could be bigger. Our bathrooms are a bit run down (e.g. loose taps,...) and could do with a little freshening up.

Room is spacious and clean. beach towels to borrow.

absolutely no community vibe - not reconmended for solo travellers as there is also no pool or chillout area. If you are going to the city you need to take antuktuk everytime.

Very clean and spacious, loved the aesthetic, well decorated and a lovely homely vibe.

Nothing - it was great!

Room was clean and spacious.

The location. It is a 15min walk from the main road and the streets are very dark. As a single traveler I would recommend to take a Tuktuk.

The hotel placed 3 min on a scooter from a sea side in a calm place. We like the location. The administrator was very nice, help us with everything we need. The room is clean and matches the photos. The breakfast is very tasty. Recommend this place.

WiFi is slow, but seems like it slow everywhere.

The property is in a very quiet area with no noise from the street, still close to Weligama beach. Large room and bathroom, very functional and comfortable. The light breakfast served in the common balcony was perfect to start the day,

The Native was one of my favourite stays in Sri Lanka and it had the best WiFi. I was able to do zoom meetings without any problem. Room was clean, spacious and nice. I love the minimalistic style. Bed was comfy. AC worked well. Little kitchen with tea, coffee and a fridge. The staff (for breakfast and check out) was super friendly. I was able to leave my luggage after check out. I felt very safe and happy at the Native. I also liked all the recommendations Diana gave me before arrival. Towels and beach towels and water refill were also super nice. I will definitely stay here again if I come back to Weligama!

Walls are thin. My neighbors in the other room came home at 3am a few nights and it was very loud but usually this won’t happen to you. I personally enjoyed walking a bit so the location was great for me. Just notice that you need to walk a bit or take a tuk tuk to get to weligama main road/beach.

The room was comfortable, the washroom was clean. Breakfast was also good for the price. Diana was helpful and helped us plan our day trips. The house is a bit far from the main beach but at a nice accessible distance.

Just that the noise comes through in the room since the floors are shared between other guests.

A quiet and comfortable spot, with just a short walk or tuk tuk ride to the beach. Lovely breakfast.

This place makes you feel like home. Diana and the people there take such good care of you. Need a scooter - they got you. Surf lessons? - booked right away. Including extensive list with places to go and do. So happy that we found this amazing place 🤍

Very neat and complete rooms, ac is silent, ceiling fan is also silent. Bathrooms are nice and spacious and they provide a laundry service. Breakfast was really good with a nice cup of coffee and fresh fruits (among others) the perfect way to start the day.

The lovely way you are welcomed in your room (it feels very personal). The spaciousness of the room, the quietness and the way the room is decorated. Also a great shower. A wonderful place to stay. We sure would go here again!

Maybe the only thing is breakfast. You don't have the opportunity to choose for a Sri Lankan breakfast. Then again, the toasted bread we got here was the best we had in whole Sri Lanka. Nice thick slices!

The Native is a peaceful and calm oasis, a beautiful and well-maintained building with wonderful interior design. It is a short 10 min walk from the main street and the beach. The host is so warm and friendly, so is her husband and the staff. The rooms are spacious with a large comfortable bed and hot water shower. A varied super tasty breakfast is served every morning and laundry service is available on site! We absolutely loved staying here and would recommend it to anyone looking for an accommodation in Weligama! 🌞

The Native is clean, quiet and very tastefully decorated. Diana is super approachable and helpful. She even shared a list of recommendations for Weligama and surrounding beaches. The rooms are spacious and very comfy.And the breakfast is yum. We had a lovely stay!

It's slightly inland but that's not necessarily a bad thing. If you've got a scooter, it might be better because it's quieter. Beach areas are generally loud and crowded.

The room is very clean and airy. Very good and quiet Aircon. Modern and well decorated. Breakfast was OK. Its not a big breakfast like many other places, but maybe that's good for the waistline.

You can hear alot of noise in the room e.g. People moving chairs, doing the washing up, doors closing, people talking. I think the place isn't well soundproofed and the noise echoes. You can also hear the street outside inside the room and on the balcony. So it's not a very relaxing place to be. Maybe bring some earplugs if you are a sensitive sleeper. It's not a problem in the night, but you can hear the beeping of cars and engines in the morning It was also a bit unusual to not be met by anyone when we arrived. We only met the owner after 2 nights of being there. So it felt quite impersonal. But maybe I have just been really lucky with friendly hosts at our other stays in sri lanka.

We had a fabulous stay at Native. We spend 10 nights and it was the best place we have stayed in Sri Lanka so far. Diana is super helpful, with a lot of information regarding things to do in Weli and nearby. The property location for us was just perfect, the room and bathroom are specious and very clean. Nice common areas and a really nice breakfast too, you have a super clean kitchen that you can use if you want. Recommend this property 100% 🙂

The property has simple but tastefully done interiors. Lots of sunlight and trees around you. Loved that this room and the property itself was cool and breezy, even when it was hot outside. I actually just cancelled my day plans one day and stayed indoors :) Diana, the owner, is thoughtful and communicative. Before checking in, she shared recommendations for things to do around the area, places to eat, and also numbers of reliable Tuk drivers that I did use and was super happy with. She also arranged for an extension for my charger, as the ones in my room didn’t suit my pin type. Breakfast made good too. loved that coffee was French press and of better consistency than other coffees I’ve had at BNBs in SL.

Nothing at all :)

I had the most AMAZING time at The Native! The room and bathroom are super spacious and luxurious, the breakfast is delicious and the home is beautiful. I felt at home from the moment I walked in and would definitely book again when I am in Weligama. The hosts are super friendly and help you where needed. Thank you so much Diana & Lahiru!

Such a wonderful stay at this hidden gem in Weligama! The rooms were super comfortable, spacious and felt like home. They had lots of natural light and a desk which is perfect for those traveler’s working online. The breakfast was absolutely delicious and the owners are so lovely! The guest house is just a short ride to the beach, but away from the busy main roads so it’s super peaceful. There are lots of common areas to chill in too which is great! Can’t wait to go back - 10/10 recommend! 🤩

I had such a great stay at The Native! The room was super clean and I loved that they have ac to cool down. Very nice neighborhood and the beach is only a short walk away. And not to mention the breakfast was delicious too. Thank you Diana and the staff, I will be back for sure! :)

The building was brand new, super clean and very lovely decorated which created an instant homey feeling. The rooms are bright and spacious. The hosts were incredibly friendly and not shy to share their local tips for about anything we wanted. The breakfast was home cooked and very delicious, we absolutely loved it. In addition, you could use the very well equipped kitchen if you wanted to cook yourself which might be a very pleasant feature especially for long-term travellers. Would 100% come back to enjoy the peace and quiet we found here!