Mala Villa

10/10

I stayed at Villa Lake View for a week and could not have had a better time. It is both stunning and homely at the same time. The rooms are generously proportioned and tastefully decorated but there is a relaxed air to the villa that makes you feel at home; the owners have got a good shelf of books a wide range of videos and everything that makes your stay easy. Getting up in the morning to a fabulous breakfast, the noise of tropical birds in the garden, the pool a few feet from the outdoor eating area and a fantastic view of the lake was a joy every day we were there. The villa was very convenient 10 minute tuk tuk ride into Hikkaduwa town and beach when we needed a change of scenery. We even tried the bikes out one day and rode to the beach. The manager and staff were helpful and friendly and made our stay very enjoyable. No washing up required and we had the best Sri Lankan feast one evening prepared by the staff.

10/10

We stayed there a few days and just loved it.... Although we arrived at night and wasn't impressed with the location at first and the drive there. We soon found out that it was all worth it when I woke up to the sound of birds and a sunrise over the beautiful lake down below from my spacious room out of my four poster bed , viewed from a window that opened up to the length of the wall , with a very inviting swimming pool below . I made my way down to stairs to a house that is very open and airy. The open plan style really compliments the surrounding area and gardens. The kitchen was huge and we cooked ourselves.... Which was nice for a change . They also had a washing machine which was welcomed after traveling around for two weeks... We managed to do our washing before we left . Close to town after all , it was a good location to visit other sites , and close to local restaurants , which I didn't really rate that much. Hence we cooked our own dinners and breakfasts. They do have someone there to cook for you at an extra cost . Would have been helpful if they did a starter pack of some basic items like milk tea and coffee , bread and some fruit to get you started, this could be fixed into the cost and would be greatly received as there was nothing there. The fresh coconuts from the garden were gorgeous and if you did need anything, they will go to the shops and buy it for you. We found the place safe enough to leave our two young boys playing in the pool all day while we went out as there was a house boy there to watch over them. Had major problems with the wifi, which I needed at that point ,which was very frustrating but did get fixed at the last min. Would I stay there again ???? Yup... Even if the bathrooms were a bit weird.....We loved it !