Sand Dollar House, Hiriketiya

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Sand Dollar House, Hiriketiya
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Scored 9.3
Rated wonderful

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Sand Dollar House in Dickwella offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden views. Each room includes a kitchenette, dining area, and work desk. Leisure Facilities: Guests can relax in the garden or on the terrace, enjoy free WiFi, and participate in activities such as cycling. The property features a games room, outdoor seating, and bicycle parking. Dining Experience: A child-friendly buffet serves Asian breakfast, while the shared kitchen and room service provide additional dining options. Location and Attractions: Located 1.2 mi from Hiriketiya Beach and 34 mi from Koggala Airport, the homestay is near attractions like Hummanaya Blow Hole (3.7 mi) and Tangalle Lagoon (9.9 mi). Guests appreciate the friendly host and beautiful garden.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Room service
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Asian

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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1 king bed
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1 futon bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Shavit
    Israel Israel
    “We had a fantastic stay! The room was comfortable, the breakfast was nice, and the location was perfect – just a 10-minute walk from the beach. Our host was absolutely wonderful – so kind, helpful, and always there for anything we needed. Highly...”
  • Thorsten
    South Korea South Korea
    “The Sand Dollar House is an amazing place to stay if you love an eco-friendly environment and a nature lover. We truly enjoyed our time, and we're impressed by the kind and lovely family who even organized us a perfect Yala National Park tour. The...”
  • Emma
    United States United States
    “Sand Dollar House was one of the best homestays in my whole month of traveling around Sri Lanka! Gayashan and his family were so welcoming and accommodating. You have the whole space to yourself; room, bathroom, outdoor kitchen, and lounge area...”
  • Shannon
    United States United States
    “It is very well designed and we had our own space and privacy. It was a very unique space and we enjoyed the outdoor kitchen and sitting area. The host and family were very warm and welcoming and made us feel comfortable right away. They were very...”
  • Johanna
    United States United States
    “The room is very private with a great outdoor garden space. It is also a short walk from the beach and restaurants.”
  • Eve
    Ireland Ireland
    “We really enjoyed our stay at Sand Dollar House! You have your own outdoor area which is really nice to chill in. Location is excellent and the owners are very friendly and attentive!”
  • Kerry
    Australia Australia
    “We loved the homely feel, the lovely private courtyard and outdoor kitchen complete with sun bed and hammock. This property has a focus on sustainability which was great. Close to town and Hiri beach it is easily accessible by foot, tuk tuk or...”
  • Christopher
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Nice little annex away from the busy area of Hiriketiya. The family was very welcoming and offered us a welcome drink which was a nice touch. The facilities are good. The shower could do with some more pressure. Bella the dog is so cute. The...”
  • Joe
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The outdoor space is great, nice and shaded. You can see monkeys out the back and really friendly cats come usually make an appearance if you’re sitting out. Super relaxing after a day of surfing. The breakfast is also tasty and healthy. Room has...”
  • Boersma
    Canada Canada
    “Everything was wonderful! From a wonderful greeting on the first night we arrived to help coordinating travel to different locations around the area, hands down if you are staying in Hiriketiya stay at Sand Dollar House!!”

Host Info

9.9
Host Review Score
Conveniently located a short walk from Hiriketiya beach, as featured in both Guardian and Telegraph newspapers. This is an ideal location to relax and enjoy what southern Sri Lanka has to offer. Listen to the chimes of the nearby Buddhist temple or sit back and watch monkeys swinging in the nearby trees. This homestay offers a modern ensuite bedroom with a king size bed, perfect for two travelers. Our garden and outdoor dining /reading/ sitting area, where you can relax with watching monkeys and birds, are open for all guests to enjoy. The Sand Dollar House where you can relax, find your inner soul, walk around, enjoy the beautiful bay and feel the hospitality of a truly Sri Lankan household. We are animal friendly, girlfriend friendly, boyfriend friendly, friendly to everyone and we look forward to giving you the best Sri Lankan experience under golden tropical sun.
I am a Hiriketiya local and a marine biologist. I myself was molded by this beautiful Hiriketiya bay. Having just completed my masters in marine biology, I have been diving in each nook and crook. So, I am glad to share my tips when you are staying at my home. For my master research (M.Phil), I conducted a research project on taxonomy and distribution of sea urchins of Sri Lanka and published in peer reviewed journal. I got a training on echinoid systematics at the Natural History Museum Vienna in Austria, which led me to publish a monograph on the taxonomy and distribution of irregular echinoids from Sri Lanka in Zootaxa journal. I have recorded several irregular sea urchins from Hiriketiya bay and some of them were new records for Sri Lanka, as such I decided the name “Sand Dollar House” for my place. My current researches focus on coral reef ecology. Along with snorkeling and scuba diving, I have a passion for studying life under the sea.
Dickwella is surrounded with both natural and human made wonders. Kudawella Hummanaya (blow hole/marine geyser) is considered one of the largest blow hole in the world, which is located around 4 km from my place. Wewurukannala Buddha statue is one of the biggest sitting Buddha statues with 160ft high, which is located around 3 km away. We can organize tuk tuk hire to visit surrounding tourist destinations. Scooters can be rented short and long term.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

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From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
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Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 6 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

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No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

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