Rooms in Kottagoda

The location, the food, the staff, and the dogs were the highlight of our stay at Villa Talay!

Nisha, the caretaker, is beyond fantastic. She is so thoughtful and kind. She helped me find (through her daughter) a taxi to a national park and after I told her (genuinely!!) that the mango she had given me was the best of my life, she brought me a bag the next morning with two off her tree from home. Her cooking is excellent. The property is clean and quiet.

Superb location and helpful staff… gorgeous gardens and wildlife.

Beautiful location on the beach. Individual bamboo huts and air con rooms . Tried both and each has its benefits. Huts are quite open and attract jungle visitors as expected but all part of the experience, just be sure to take precautions against mosi’s. Beds were very comfortable and both huts and rooms have a comfy outdoor seating area. Food was good (buffet style) but maybe an occasional BBQ would have added some variety. Staff are very attentive and reception staff were helpful. Easy to get a Tuk-Tuk just outside the main gate. A few restaurants within walking distance. Sun beds were a bit short on a couple of days. There is an overall chilled vibe which is extremely relaxing. Would recommend.

View is amazing along with perfect beach access. Loved the hospitality & breakfast was exceptional

This is a very unique place, as mentioned by other reviews. It has two bedrooms, the second one, with two beds, has AC, which goes for some extra money, but reasonably. However the house never gets really hot and we didn't even use fans at night time, as the sea breeze from the window was just enough. The house is very well maintained and everything works just right. Booking's pictures are very accurate. The owner is kind, helpful and always there if you need to, doing a great job to keep his guests safe and comfortable. Would definitely stay again.

We recently had the most wonderful stay at HEY LALA! From the moment we arrived, we felt completely at home. The space was not just cozy and impeccably clean but radiated a warmth that made our experience truly unforgettable. The hosts went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect. They welcomed us like family, always attentive to our needs while giving us the privacy to relax. We had the chance to connect with them and were touched by their kindness, generosity, and the care they put into every detail of the accommodation. The location was perfect for us—peaceful yet close enough to explore Talalla beach Waking up to the serene views of their garden and enjoying the thoughtful touches throughout the property made every day a delight. This wasn’t just a place to stay; it was an experience filled with beautiful memories. We can’t recommend Lala enough and her cooking skills. We had the greatest food in Sri Lanka while we stayed there. Thank you for making us feel like part of the family!

Spacious and clean rooms. Excellent ocean views from the 2nd & 3rd floor. Food from the hotel was amazing, recommended! Friendly family run business.

The infinity pool (clean and big enough) is definitely the plus of Tallala. Also, the whole set up (like a Greek island) is really different to all hotels in Sri Lanka. Having like a sort of mini apartment with two rooms makes it easier when traveling with another couple. The rooms are spacious and clean and the views from the windows/balcony are stunning. We had some diner too from their menu and it was good/fairly priced. The team does all in their power to make our stay enjoyable.

We stayed at two places on Talalla beach and this was our favorite. We stayed in room #3, which did not have a beach view balcony. However, only three rooms were being rented. The other two had private balconies, and there was a third balcony overlooking the ocean in between those two. In effect, we had that third balcony all to ourselves. The room itself was pleasant. A little bit of noise during evening traffic hours, but was rather quiet when sleeping. Everything was comfortable and modern. The dining area is incredible. Fantastic views. For breakfast, they provided Sri Lankan food instead of toast and eggs (we requested this and they happily obliged). They also had a refrigerator, stovetop burner, and some basic cookware. We didn't think we'd use this initially, but all the restaurants on Talalla seemed to be overpriced with small portions. We ended up taking the 5 to 10 minute walk to the grocery store, buying some basics, and cooking our own lunch and dinner. We also would go every few days into the nearby Matara to stock up on tropical fruits. Our favorite part was of course that the property was right on the beach. The outdoor garden area also had several comfortable lounge spots, where we spent hours relaxing and gazing into the ocean. The owner grew up on this piece of land, long before it was a tourist destination. By staying here, you are literally supporting a local couple with deep ties to land, as opposed to someone who came in and built a big hotel. They were very friendly and helpful, while also offering lots of privacy and space. Also, the owner offered to drive us around to different tourist destinations in his car at a price that either matched or was lower than what we could get from the Pick Me app. Some of the other hotels on the beach really tried to gouge you on the price. It was refreshing to be treated fairly and kindly. Overall, incredible value and also just a really nice peaceful vacation spot.

Pool and rooms are comfortable.

Our hosts were so kind and welcoming, we felt right at home here. It was hard for us to leave! The room had all the facilities to cook our own food, we enjoyed going to the local grocery store instead of going to the expensive restaurants down by the beach.

It is very quiet and relax area. The Rooms In front of the ocean are very clean and with great view. Tomas and his staff are very attentive and respectful! The food was great- amazing breakfast with many fruits. The perfect place to rest and relax! One of my favorite spots in Sri Lanka

If ur in Thalalla stay here it was the best sleep I had in Sri Lanka , bed is comfy , I had a hammock outside to chill, it’s right next to the beach, the food was soo good and the owners are so sweet !

It is only 200 meters to the lovely beach, which is not at all crowded and is safe for swimming. The hostess is a very good cook and all our dinners and breakfasts were served by her. The ceiling fans does a good job, but for a small extra charge we added AC, which was especially helpful between 6pm and bedtime, when the humidity kicks in.

This Home stay was truly special! The rooms were nice and clean and just a 5 minute walk to the beach. But the best part had to be the moms cooking! The breakfast and dinner were incredible