SERENE VILLA, Hikkaduwa

Set in Hikkaduwa, Serene Villa is a relatively new, non-smoking guesthouse located on a quiet side street off the main road, about 200 meters from Dodanduwa Beach. The property features a garden, free private parking, and free WiFi throughout, with a washing machine, hairdryer, and free toiletries available for guests. Rooms include air-conditioning, a fan, a private bathroom, a kitchen with a fridge and electric kettle, a dining area, and a work desk, with some rooms offering a private entrance from the terrace. Breakfast is served daily and includes a full English or Irish breakfast, as well as Asian options such as juice, cheese, and fruits, often presented with flowers from the garden. The hosts provide a welcome drink of king coconuts, arrange scooter rentals, boat trips for fishing, transport to the airport, and can point out nearby attractions like a turtle egg hatchery and Turtle Beach. Recreational options include walking tours, bike tours, cooking classes, and scuba diving, with the beach only a minute's walk away, though waves can be large and swimming may be challenging. The villa is a 5-minute scooter ride or a walk to Hikkaduwa town, with bus connections to Galle and Hikkaduwa available, and Koggala Airport is 26 km away. Guests can also visit a nearby fish market for fresh shrimp and a cafe 200 meters away with sun beds, while the host will set up a boat and crew for fishing trips. Serene Villa offers room service, BBQ facilities, and grocery deliveries, and the hosts are known for their kindness, including helping with laundry after a safari.

Spacious rooms with huge, luxurious bathrooms and high-quality A/C.- The beach is less than a minute walk away, with a reef where turtles can be seen.- Hosts are exceptionally accommodating, arranging transport, tours, and even washing clothes.- Free use of a washing machine and an air drier, plus a universal plug in the room.- Quiet, peaceful location on a side street, away from traffic noise.

The beach has big waves, making swimming unsafe.- An electric sound from the water pump can be heard in the room during early mornings.