We wanted a break from the usual beach/hilltop stays so after reviewing a lot of hotels in Sri Lanka, we came across this retreat from TripAdvisor and it was the best vacation so far. This is not any conventional hotel but more of a home stay run by the couple. The website does not do any justice to describe the... More

Positives: nice building, intense Yoga, great rooms and pool, delicious vegetarian food. Negatives: prices for all additonal charges (drinks, massages, transfers) are way too high, traffic noise from highway and train, inconsistent application of concept, if you are not fully aligned to the owners concept, your stay will be difficult and this requirement is not communicated on their webpage.

After two visits to Sri Lanka we finaly discovered a beautifull and tranquil place to stay. The house is setlled in a lush tropical garden just nest to the beach. Rooms are clean and tidy, daily serviced and provided with basic ammenities. They are attached with a big terrace perfectly orientated that you are not disturbed by other guests.The breakfast... More

The House of Lotus provides absolute peace, quiet and tranquility - it feels less like a hotel and more like a luxury private villa. The pool is stunning - cool and clean - and the grounds are immaculate. The location of House of Lotus is perfect: situated between the busy local town of Hikkaduwa and the beautiful tourist area of... More

The House of Lotus is an incredible oasis of calm in the thriving west-coast of Sri Lanka. Their website doesn't do this resort justice at all. On arriving, we were blown away by the beauty and calm tranquility of the accommodation and grounds. The yoga instruction is first-rate and the food is unbelievably tasty; the owner, Cornelia, goes to the... More