We spent 2 nights here. Called from the bus stop and Jagath came to meet us on his moped. Really friendly welcome. Organised a whale tour for us in non pushy way - saw blue whales, dolphins and a manta ray. Advise accepting offer of sea sickness tablets on boat or bring your own. Great trip and the crew clearly... More

Sitting on the porch at Kadolana, drinking tea in between games of cricket with the owner and his son will go up there as one of the unexpected highlights of my trip. A comfortable guesthouse in a fine old colonial house, made all the better by the warm welcome and great family. Set back from the beach amongst the quiet... More

Great little spot in Mirissa. Went there based on other people's recommendations and we were very happy with our choice. It's a couple of minutes from the main road so you don't get any of the traffic noise. Loads of wildlife - monkeys, peacocks etc - around and a small stream nearby. Very lovely and peaceful! The family is very... More

This is not a hotel - ensure you are not expecting one (with frills such as people to carry your bags, a bar, etc) and you will spend some very enjoyable time here. Jagath and his family welcome you more or less a lodger in their impeccably clean old colonial-style house, which is set back around a 5 minute walk... More

We stayed as a family of 6 over New Year 2012! We were made to feel very welcome and thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. We would recommend the Yoga which was excellent on my birthday morning (which funnily enough was the yoga teacher's birthday to!) which was taken in the beautiful gardens at the front of the guest house. Would... More

You might think you want to stay right on the beach... until you discover this gorgeous guesthouse-come-homestay. It is just a short amble from the beautiful but touristy strip of beach (calm, clear water, clean sand and probably just a few too many cafes) but it feels like the heart of Sri Lanka. Jagath and his family are sensitive hosts... More

We stayed for five days at Kadolana Guest House and enjoyed all the best of being in the 'jungle' yet only five minutes' walk from the fabulous Mirissa beach with a range of bars and restaurants. The guest house is a large colonial-style house set in a lovely garden. To find it, take the turning away from the beach near... More