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Located close to town and on the nicest stretch of Medaketiya Beach, this guesthouse is a
real find. The eight rooms (some fan-only) are spotless and are spread between a house
and a nearby two-storey block. The management is very enthusiastic and friendly, and or-
ganises a variety of activities. The beachside cafe is a delight.
Villa Araliya
GUESTHOUSE
Set in back of luxuriant gardens are two bungalows decorated with vintage furniture, in-
cluding lovely carved wardrobes. The compound has a charm that's lacking nearby and
there are also more remote villas on offer.
Ibis Guest House
GUESTHOUSE
Despite its chain-hotel name, this rambling place is all local. The six spacious rooms are
filled with heavy wooden furnishings, four-poster beds and easy chairs. There's a secluded
splash of sandy beach outside and a general lazy tropical ambience about the place.
Marakolliya Beach
Marakolliya Beach has a lot of good midrange accommodation and it's all very low-key
and peaceful. There are two access roads: Madilla Rd is an at times rough continuation of
Vijaya Rd in Tangalla, while another partially paved track extends from the main Hamban-
tota Road at the 200km marker.
Lonely Beach Resort
BUNGALOW
Let the huffers and puffers blow the other bungalows down, the substantial beachside units
here are made from brick and have nice outdoor terraces. And while the planet is not
lonely, this corner of the beach near the lagoon certainly is. The cafe has lovely views and
you can ponder it all from a hammock strung between palm trees.
