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The units at the homestay are equipped with a seating area. All units come with a kettle and a private bathroom with a bidet, while selected rooms have a fully equipped kitchen equipped with a fridge. At the homestay, each unit includes bed linen and towels.

Lovely staff, big, nice and clean rooms. Great location, delicious food. I strongly recommend.

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9.1
Superb
168 reviews
Price from
£10
per night

Set within 500 metres of Nilaveli Beach and 4 km of Pigeon Island National Park in Nilaveli, Pranu House features accommodation with seating area. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also has a restaurant and a sun terrace. The homestay also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

Very nice location and beautiful place.

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9.2
Superb
157 reviews
Price from
£10
per night

Situated 600 metres from Nilaveli Beach, Vibushan Guest House offers accommodation with a terrace, as well as a garden. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The guest house has family rooms.

Price quality very good. Good food.

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9.3
Superb
218 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Situated close to the shores, Bella Nilaveli Beach offers peaceful and comfy accommodation with free WiFi access throughout the property.

Featuring a balcony, each room comes with a fan, seating area and clean linens. The attached bathroom includes shower facility, towels and free toiletries.

I loved everything. It was a real treat and wish I hadn’t left. The food was excellent, especially the breakfasts. The pool was wonderful which was a few steps from my room. Everyone was super helpful.

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9.2
Superb
234 reviews
Price from
£37
per night

Villa Nilaveli Cabana has 3 cabanas (Villa Nilaveli Cabana Cabanas) which are available for rent.

Each Cabana has a king-size bed, air conditioning, ceiling fan, mosquito net and an en suite bathroom.

Only a minute walk from the beautiful Nilaveli, this is a prime location for a relaxing holiday on the beach.

We've had a great time staying at the Cabanas. The room was fantastic, big and very clean, with beautiful furniture and quality linens. The owner Amal was very friendly, helpful and perceptive. The food was awesome and plentiful. The property is beautifully maintained and there are plenty of loungers and hammocks, a shower by the beach and water outlets by the buildings, great porches to rest on, friendly animals, body boards and kayaks and big soft waves and sand. We'd love to go back to spend more time there, such a peaceful place.

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9.3
Superb
116 reviews
Price from
£68
per night

Comprising an open-air bath and a garden, Coconut Leaf Shadow Guest is a recently renovated accommodation in Nilaveli located close to Nilaveli Beach. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The homestay provides garden views, an outdoor fireplace and a 24-hour front desk.

The rooms are clean and comfortable. The area is quiet and serene (and close to the beach). But the best part about my stay was the family that hosts it. They were always kind, sincere, and hospitable, and were happy to teach me more about their home country. And of course, the homemade food was the best I’ve had in the 4 months I’ve been traveling. I haven’t been home in a while and had been stuck in a bit of a rut, but staying here and being around this family reminded me of the warmth of home. I can’t recommend this place enough. Thank you all for a wonderful stay.

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9.3
Superb
54 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Set in Nilaveli and only 800 metres from Nilaveli Beach, NR Villa Nilaveli offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is located 3.5 km from Pigeon Island National Park, 8.2 km from Velgam Vehera and 14 km from Kanniya Hot Springs. Gokana Temple is 17 km away and Maritime and Naval History Museum is 17 km from the guest house.

Rafeet and his family are very welcoming and helpful. They offered me a delicious soup and dessert and in every way made my short stay pleasant and relaxing. Thank you so much!

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9
Superb
10 reviews
Price from
£6
per night

There is a seating and a dining area in all units. At the homestay, the units are fitted with a desk and a private bathroom.

Guests at the homestay can enjoy canoeing nearby, or make the most of the garden.

Nice clean and modern room+ bathroom and a nice garden were you can watch a lot of birds, squirrels, etc. Host was also super kind and provided a large breakfast if we requested. There are a couple of restaurants, tiny supermarkets in walking distance. Beach 5 min away which is usually filled with locals. However if you walk 5 min further up- or downwards you can find some real peace.

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9.4
Superb
36 reviews
Price from
£10
per night

Situated within 700 metres of Nilaveli Beach and 3.7 km of Pigeon Island National Park in Nilaveli, JEYs Place provides accommodation with seating area. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The guest house features garden views, a picnic area and a 24-hour front desk.

Excellent location. Calm, peaceful and clean environment. In-house restaurant provides all three meals for reasonable prices.

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9.6
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Located in Nilaveli and only 400 metres from Nilaveli Beach, Oceanic White House provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. The air-conditioned accommodation is 4.1 km from Pigeon Island National Park. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

Wonderful place. Wonderful family.

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9.1
Superb
79 reviews
Price from
£10
per night

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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.
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  • Pranu House
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 156 reviews

    Set within 500 metres of Nilaveli Beach and 4 km of Pigeon Island National Park in Nilaveli, Pranu House features accommodation with seating area.

    Kind hosts, delicious food and excellent facilities!

  • Memo's Beach
    Breakfast options
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 260 reviews

    Memo's Beach features a restaurant, a bar and shared lounge in Nilaveli. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

    Perfect location for relaxed holiday at the beach.

  • Ypsylon Resort Ostküste
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 10 reviews

    Situated in Nilaveli, 600 metres from Nilaveli Beach and 3.7 km from Pigeon Island National Park, Ypsylon Resort Ostküste features spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

  • Theepan's Home
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 167 reviews

    Featuring a patio with garden views, a private beach area and a garden, Theepan's Home can be found in Nilaveli, close to Nilaveli Beach and 4.2 km from Pigeon Island National Park.

    Good location , close to the beach, good size room

  • Bella Nilaveli Beach
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 234 reviews

    Situated close to the shores, Bella Nilaveli Beach offers peaceful and comfy accommodation with free WiFi access throughout the property.

    the staff, the food, the pool, wonderful ocean nearby

  • Villa Nilaveli Cabana
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 116 reviews

    Villa Nilaveli Cabana has 3 cabanas (Villa Nilaveli Cabana Cabanas) which are available for rent.

    Unmittelbare Lage am Strand Sehr gutes Frühstück. Netter Eigentümer

Great access to the city centre! Check these homestays in Nilaveli

  • Dark waves villa
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Nilaveli, 200 metres from Nilaveli Beach and 5.3 km from Pigeon Island National Park, Dark waves villa offers a private beach area and air conditioning.

  • JEYs Place
    Central location
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    Situated within 700 metres of Nilaveli Beach and 3.7 km of Pigeon Island National Park in Nilaveli, JEYs Place provides accommodation with seating area.

  • Coconut Leaf Shadow Guest
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 54 reviews

    Comprising an open-air bath and a garden, Coconut Leaf Shadow Guest is a recently renovated accommodation in Nilaveli located close to Nilaveli Beach.

    Superbe endroit, très bien placer. Dinner très bon.

  • U new guest house
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 35 reviews

    Featuring garden views, U new guest house offers accommodation with balcony, around 600 metres from Nilaveli Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Muy serviciales los dueños de la casa. Nos sentimos muy a gusto.

  • Vibushan Guest House
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 218 reviews

    Situated 600 metres from Nilaveli Beach, Vibushan Guest House offers accommodation with a terrace, as well as a garden.

    Very friendly host. Rooms are clean and have air con

  • Oceanic White House
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 79 reviews

    Located in Nilaveli and only 400 metres from Nilaveli Beach, Oceanic White House provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Close to the sea Owner very friendly Clean and spacious room

  • NR Villa Nilaveli
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 10 reviews

    Set in Nilaveli and only 800 metres from Nilaveli Beach, NR Villa Nilaveli offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Rafeet is a very nice host, the room is clean and ok with a good location

  • Laxsume Guest House Nilaveli
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 13 reviews

    Laxsume Guest House Nilaveli is set in Nilaveli, 600 metres from Nilaveli Beach, 3.8 km from Pigeon Island National Park, and 8.4 km from Velgam Vehera.

    Новый Отель, все чисто, владелец угощал фруктами, есть чайник, остались довольны нашим пребыванием.

  • Nilaveli Guest House
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 14 reviews

    Located in Nilaveli, less than 1 km from Nilaveli Beach, Nilaveli Guest House provides accommodation with a private beach area, free private parking and a garden.

    Extrem gutes Preis-Leistungsverhältnis!!!, Super netter und hilfsbereiter Besitzer

  • Sea Zone Hotel Nilaveli
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 68 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi and a terrace, Sea Zone Hotel Nilaveli offers accommodation in Nilaveli. Free private parking is available on site. Certain units include a seating area where you can relax.

    Nice family business with friendly hosts and good Sri Lankan food.

  • Gopalapuram Guest House
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 68 reviews

    Gopalapuram Guest House offers accommodation in Nilaveli. The guest house has a terrace and views of the garden, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant.

    Clean, friendly people. Near the beach, good price

  • Luna Beach Hotel
    Central location
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 28 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Luna Beach hotel offers pet-friendly accommodation in Nilaveli. All rooms feature air conditioning and a refrigerator.

    ottima colazione, host disponibile a rispondere a tutte le necessità

  • 32 C Nilaveli
    Central location
    4.5
    Scored 4.5
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 2 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, 32 C Nilaveli is set in Nilaveli, 5.2 km from Pigeon Island National Park and 6.1 km from Velgam Vehera.

  • Vijay Thulasi Beach View

    Vijay Thulasi Beach View, a property with a garden, is situated in Nilaveli, 3.7 km from Pigeon Island National Park, 8.6 km from Velgam Vehera, as well as 15 km from Kanniya Hot Springs.

  • Aathil Guest House

    Located just 5.6 km from Velgam Vehera, Aathil Guest House offers accommodation in Nilaveli with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

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Homestays that guests love in Nilaveli

  • Avg. price/night: £15.84
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 79 reviews
    Great value stay, close to the beach. Spotlessly clean and with the bonus of kettle, tea and coffee in the room and a fridge on the verandah. Lovely host who even organised for our washing to be done at a very reasonable price.
    Stephen
    Young couple
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 167 reviews
    The Place is Clean and Very near to the Beach and After Beach we can directly move to the Our Room for Wash, Also worth for Family of Locals with kids Best choice for family with kids who needs spend lot time at Beach
    Rikas
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £11.88
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 68 reviews
    Lovely family nothing was too much for them Had upstairs room wifi a little poor so they gave us the wifi connection for our room Lovely room amazing view over the mountains and nice breakfast as well Recommend this Homestay
    Rex
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £96.26
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 69 reviews
    the staff was super available - I had a really late check in and check out. I really appreciate their kindness in everything. it’s a really quiet place so perfect for relaxing and for family time. Owners were locals, which I think is really important to consider when booking an hotel (helping their community).
    Carola
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £10.29
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 218 reviews
    Very nice and clean homestay, 3 mins by foot to Nilaveli beach. Super quiet, peaceful ambience, AC worked perfectly, and the food was amazing! The hosts were kind, super friendly, and provided us with everything we needed during our stay there. Thank you!
    Dyan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £11.20
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 142 reviews
    The host family is very kind and helpful. The daughters speak English very well. There are 3 more members of the family who are so fluffy and cute! Puppy's! The rooms are clean and big. The bed is comfortable and the beach is only a 5 min walk
    Jelmer
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £51.99
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 175 reviews
    Nice place to meet the locals, caring staff. A stone's throw from the sea. I recommend.
    Marie
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £11.21
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 35 reviews
    Nice clean and modern room+ bathroom and a nice garden were you can watch a lot of birds, squirrels, etc. Host was also super kind and provided a large breakfast if we requested. There are a couple of restaurants, tiny supermarkets in walking distance. Beach 5 min away which is usually filled with locals. However if you walk 5 min further up- or downwards you can find some real peace.
    Daniel
    Solo traveller
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 156 reviews
    The location is amazing, with just 5-10 minutes to the beach. We walked a few hundred meters on the beach and were basically alone, it was like a dream. The host family is really nice and friendly, they even let us have a late check out at 3pm, without any extra charge. We also received a delicious welcome drink.
    Christoph
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £11.20
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 142 reviews
    Very friendly and helpful host family :)!!! Room with air conditioning in a quiet location close to the beach. We would stay again at Nilaveli Beach rooms if we return to Sri Lanka
    Florien
    Family with young children
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