About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Berty's Cottage Home Stay in Jaffna offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Each room includes a dining table, work desk, and seating area. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can relax in the garden or on the terrace, enjoying garden views. The property features a balcony and a private entrance, ensuring a pleasant stay. Breakfast and Services: A vegetarian and Asian breakfast is served daily. Private check-in and check-out, a paid shuttle service, and car hire are available. Free on-site private parking is provided. Local Attractions: Nallur Kandaswamy Temple is a 16-minute walk away, Jaffna Railway Station 1.1 mi, and Jaffna Public Library 1.9 mi. Jaffna Fort and Naguleswaram Temple are 2.1 mi and 13 mi respectively. Jaffna International Airport is 11 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Asian, Breakfast to go

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Bastien
France France
Clean property, big comfortable bedrooms with AC, huge typical breakfast. And VERY nice and helpful people
Máire
Peru Peru
The breakfast is so delicious and it’s different every day so you get to taste different local dishes. The room is basic, but it has everything that you need. No mosquitos! The hosts are lovely people and super helpful.
Amy
United States United States
Berty and Hilda’s place is a true gem. Ithe accommodations are simple and exceptionally clean, their service is above and beyond and the food is better than anything I ate the entire time I was in Sri Lanka.
Janelle
New Zealand New Zealand
If you are looking for an authentic Jaffna homestay you will not do better than Berty’s cottage. Our hosts Hilda and Berty were just wonderful in every respect. Hilda is a wealth of knowledge about the local area and helped us to plan our days in...
Subbayah
United States United States
Peaceful guiet place close to downtown and restaurants
Suwimali
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
I booked this place for my parents and they loved their stay at Berty’s cottage. The owners handled everything easily and the meals were arranged well. They even arranged a tuk tuk for my parents for a reasonable price to go everywhere in Jaffna....
Mauro
Portugal Portugal
We really liked Betty’s Cottage and the owners were really nice. They booked our bus from Colombo to Jaffna which was a huge help, and they waited up until 4 am for us to arrive. We had only booked the place for the following night so they charged...
Lianne
Netherlands Netherlands
The hosts are really sweet and considered. They try to make your stay as comfortable as possible. The place is clean, the Sri Lankan breakfast amazing! Moreover they are also very willing to help you select activities can help you with planning...
Nikki
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Berty and Hilda are lovely people and very welcoming, and speak very good English. The place is comfortable and very clean. They organised a tuk tuk driver for us to visit Delft island. They gave good food recommendations. I would recommend this...
Farah
Netherlands Netherlands
Favorite place in Sri Lanka. We LOVED staying with Berty and Hilda. Super clean rooms, good location in Jaffna, and above all the kindest and most attentive owners who give you tons of tips and help on activities, and spoil you with delicious Sri...

Managed by Berty Nixon Angelo

Company review score: 9.9Based on 81 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Available to help with know in English, Tamil & Sinhala languages - and help with travel arrangements and air-port transport.

Property info

Berty's Cottage – A Charming SLTDA (Srilanka Tourism Development Authority) registered Homestay in Jaffna. At Berty's Cottage, it’s not just a stay—it’s "Your Home Away, Memories That Stay." We pride ourselves on creating a personalised experience that celebrates the uniqueness of every guest. With a commitment to flexibility and customised service, we go above and beyond to ensure every moment is special, leaving you with cherished memories that last long after your stay. Berty's Cottage, a serene and beautifully renovated homestay nestled in the heart of Jaffna. Our peaceful, super clean, and safe accommodation offers a perfect blend of comfort and tradition, just a short stroll from Jaffna Railway Station and 1 km from the historic Nallur Temple. Our homestay features five nonsmoking rooms, with three offering air conditioning and two equipped with fans to suit your comfort needs. Each room is designed with a private bathroom and shower (please note, we do not provide hot water). Start your mornings with a delicious breakfast with tea/coffee of authentic Jaffna Vegetarian cuisine (String hoppers, Dosa, Idly & Pittu) prepared with care and served with a warm smile. For additional meals, only for dinner, we offer service at an extra charge if requested in advance. Kindly note that consumption of alcohol are not permitted in our peaceful homestay. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and on-site private parking for added convenience. Our tranquil garden provides an ideal space for relaxation, making Berty's Cottage the perfect base for exploring Jaffna's rich culture and heritage. We look forward to welcoming you and ensuring a memorable stay in our charming homestay.

Neighborhood info

Close to Nallur Kovil and other Cultural significant places. Very convenient location, close to British council and Consulate General of India.

Languages Spoken

English,Tamil

Area info

Amenities of Berty's Cottage Home Stay

Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 22:00 and 04:00
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 12 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 4:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 04:00:00.

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