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Reviews of SunRay Rest - Beach View Homestay

205 Galle Matara Main Road Bandaramulla, 81740 Mirissa, Sri Lanka

#71 of 162 B&Bs and inns in Mirissa

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Review Score

Based on 152 hotel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free Wifi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: May 15, 2024

    9.0
    Fantastic option if you’re on the budget + amazing view
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was extremely hot and hard to sleep - please do consider installing AC units in some rooms!! We would happily pay double and more for more comfort.

    The location is unbeatable! Value for money 100/100 The view from our room was amazing and we had a good time. The host family was super helpful, they seem like the nicest people ever. I’d gladly stay again. FYI the building is still under construction as they add new floors and rooms. We didn’t see any workers, there was no noise and the construction site didn’t bother us at all!!! But please adjust your expectations

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: April 27, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location by the beach and Coconut Tree Hill, closeby to many shops, restaurants and bus stop. Easy to walk to other beaches. Delicious basic breakfast. Thank you for your hospitality

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 15, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony and Sea View with Free Benefits
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Loved the place. Specially the acces to a pretty private beach where u can enjoy the sunset alone.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2024

    8.0
    A good choice overall
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The property could do with some overall cleaning up. There were layers of dust and cobwebs in plenty of areas, both in the room and in the communal area.

    The view from the balcony. Breakfast was great. Location was very convenient.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 4, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had an amazing experience with the friendliest host family imaginable :). The simple but just right equipped rooms look just like in the pictures. The homestay is situated on a beautiful little beach with direct few on the neighboring coconut tree hill. You can swim and snorkel and we saw turtles while snorkeling and from the beach. Mirissa beach is a nice 15 min walk on the beach or a short Tuktuk drive away. We hardly went there, because the lovely little beach with its fisher boots was much better for us. Many restaurants in short walking distance. The breakfast is very good, with a special something every day. The host family is just great and so helpful and friendly. We learned a lot from them. Our daughters (6 and9) liked them very much. If we ever come back to Sri Lanka, we are sure to come again. Thank you very much!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 27, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I was overall happy with my stay.

    The family were most welcoming, kind hearted and accommodating. Rooms were very clean and the view of the ocean from the balcony was nice. Breakfast was very good and served in a communal area, giving the opportunity to meet others. Next to turtle Beach, close to Mirissa Beach and a bus stop is close by. Quiet at night time and able to get a peaceful sleep.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 14, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I liked the location, the price and the view. The breakfast was also really good.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 12, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There is a mix of apartments in use as well as apartments still under construction

    Nice balcony to relax, all quite new and clean

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 11, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast should be more regional

    Very large room Huge balcony Fantastic view

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 8, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The fan speed was not high, even at 5, I didn't feel much air. I asked for a table fan, but that wasn't available in the property.

    The property is just a walking distance from the main beach, and a stone throw away from the Coconut Tree Hill. The breakfast provided was real nice, and they also allowed me to keep my luggage after check-out while I explored the city a little more.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 6, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    A house right on the beach with a beautiful view of palm trees and water, a spacious room, with a comfortable bed and fresh linens. Very nice family. Sri Lankan breakfasts, very tasty. Quiet and peaceful. The sound of the ocean gave a lot of relaxation. Large terrace with views. Highly recommended 🙏😊

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 11, 2024

    10
    Stay for the view and the lovely family who runs it
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It feels like you’re in a building site , but for the price and the view it doesn’t bother you too much .

    The location is fantastic , the view incredible ! The family that run SunRay are lovely and provided a great breakfast as well for the price. It’s a basic room but has everything you will need

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 4, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    rustic environment, with but of insects

    Its close to beach and has a decent room size. breakfast is fantastic with a big coffee pot

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 21, 2024

    10
    Peaceful relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location right on a quiet beach with coconut trees Good views of ocean and sunset Excellent breakfast with a variety of foods Friendly host family

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 8, 2024

    10
    Relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Balcony and Sea View with Free Benefits
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location on the turtle bay beach The sound of the waves at night The owners made me feel like one of the family Especially J T

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 4, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Balcony and Sea View with Free Benefits
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The view from the balcony is just amazing & especially at this price.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 24, 2023

    10
    Direct access to the beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony and Sea View with Free Benefits
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It’s not that I didn’t like it, but the breakfast was quite small in comparison to all other hostels we stayed at 😂

    The location is amazing and you get a direct pathway to the beach. Room was big and comfy, with a balcony and a sea view. There is a big backyard where you can dry clothes and towels. The breakfast was tasty. The owner was very nice.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 21, 2023

    8.0
    Enjoyable and memorable stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony and Sea View with Free Benefits
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I suggest the host to improve upon the following things: 1. Provide cotton towels instead of synthetic fabric mixed towels. 2. One or two rooms may be provided with AC, of course with some additional charges. 3. Separate single cot for children can be provided.

    I stayed here for two nights with my family. I liked the warmth of the host family. The uncle and aunt were very kind. At our request, they prepared a vegetarian dinner for us at a reasonable price. I would recommend this homestay. It is located right next to the beach and coconut hill. P.S. I am very touched by the hand-woven cap that the auntie prepared and gave to my daughter on departure. Thank you very much.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 19, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The owner is very so kind

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 7, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast could be better, we really missed a traditional Sri Lankan breakfast!

    People who run this family business are amazing! :) very nice location, in front of the coconut tree hill and you can even reach the beach for a quick swim just next to the place.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 4, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location is amazing, Beach front with a very nice beach 👍 Very close to Coconut tree hill 👍 Managed by a nice Family, they provide us with a late breakfast, when we were late in the ocean Safari.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: December 2, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A bit hot inside the room.

    Hospitality

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 1, 2023

    10
    Great quiet place to stay in Mirissa
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing to dislike

    It was easy to find. In a great location just 2 minutes from the beach. The room was excellent with a large balcony and great sized bathroom. The owners were so kind. Excellent big breakfast. Would highly recommend.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 21, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony and Sea View with Free Benefits
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Top floor view is good

    Stayed in November 2023

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