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Ugan Bungalow, Jaffna

Room types on offer include AC and non AC double rooms with one double bed and triple rooms with one double bed and one single bed.

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The Ugan Bungalow is in a quiet neighbourhood of Jaffna, yet the principle streets of Jaffna, Stanley Street and Hospital Street, are only 5 minutes drive away by tuktuk. The Nallur Kovil temple, the no. 1 attraction in Jaffna, is only 5 minutes drive away as well.

If you want to walk to Jaffna town from the Ugan Bungalow, it will take you 30 minutes.

Your host is called Gunnanithy. Gunnanithy and his helper Naudrayan will be  on hand to assist you. He is the owner of 3 bungalows all very close to one another, of which Ugan bungalow is the largest.

The Ugan Bungalow has experienced problems with wifi connection and may not be available, or if available may be unreliable. If you depend on wifi connection, this is not the place for you.

Meals can be provide for you with prior arrangement. The simple breakfast costs 150 rupees per person, and lunch/dinner costs 200 rupees per person.

There is ample car parking.

 

Harsha 2 Bedroomed Apartment, Negombo Beach North

A first floor apartment in a two storey house. It is only 5 minutes walk from the beach and local restaurants. 5 minutes walk away from the nightlife of the Negombo Beach strip with its bars and restaurants. Located 20-30 minutes from airport.

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Available for Long Term Lets – Prices from $269 per month, Click Check Availability for exact quote or Contact Us for more information. Note: Long Term Lets exclude electricity bills

The apartment is brand new but has been completed to Sri Lankan standards and not Western standards.  Therefore it is very basic with rustic decor, basic kitchen with mini fridge.

There is 1 double bedroom with wardrobe, mirror, vanity unit and optional air conditioning and attached bathroom with hot water. A second bedroom with wardrobe, stand up fan with attached bathroom with cold water only. However most months of the year the water is still warm due to climate).

There is a seating/dining area and a basic. Air conditioning is available for a local fee of 500 rupees per day.
There is no wifi at this property. When booking for 3-4 people please select the correct number of guests and we will automatically calculate the price for using the 2nd room.

You will receive a warm genuine welcome from Harsha, his wife and baby daughter who live downstairs and are always available if you need anything

The apartment is only 5 minutes walking from Negombo Beach. 5 minutes from local restaurants and 10 minutes from more international restaurants which we call the Negombo Beach Strip. Being off the main road, it is very quiet except for the occasional dog barking and bread man in the morning ringing his bicycle bell.

The property is located in an area called Palagathura junction which is basically located at the north end of “beach Rd” which is the main strip with all the bars & restaurants.

In the last 12 months Palagathura junction has been transformed and now comprises of some of the best bars & restaurants in Negombo. However with a huge difference than the rest of Negombo, better quality and lower prices than the established bars like Lords, Rodeo & Serendip which are situated near to Jetwing Blue.

The property is just 20-25 minutes from the airport and we can arrange airport transfer for you. Tuktuk is 1500 rupees (10euros) or a private car is 2300 (14euro)

We can arrange boat tours of the Dutch canal, trips to the fish market, bike and motorbike hire.

You can use the swimming pool of a local boutique hotel called St. Lachlan, just a 15 minute walk away or short tuktuk ride, they charge only 500 rupees and also offer a great selection of lunch and drinks

Sigiri Leisure Holiday Home, Sigiriya

The Sigiri Leisure Holiday Home of Sigiriya is located just off Sigiriya Road, which is the main road that runs through the centre of Sigiriya with its restaurants and shops.

There is only one room type available – a double bedroom with one double bed. The bed is comfy and clean, with white bed linen. It is possible to book this room as an AC room or a non-AC room. If booked as non-AC, the remote for the AC will not be made available to you.

The room comes with a stand up fan to help you keep the room cool. A mosquito net is also provided. The private attached bathroom contains a toilet, douche, wash basin and a hot shower.

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There is free wifi enabling you to keep in contact with family and friends. There is ample parking at the front of the guest house.

Your friendly hosts are the husband and wife team of Ranjith and Lakshi. They will try to make your stay as enjoyable as possible.

Breakfast is included in the price.

Being a jungle area, you will hear the sounds of birds and monkeys.

 

The homestay is 5 mins walk from the centre of Sigiriya. To get around wave down a tuktuk at the end of the road. Please ensure that you agree a price before taking one. Buses go on a regular basis to Dambulla.

Theresa Inn, Jaffna

Theresa Inn is managed by the husband and wife team called Calistus and Jasintha. They and their two dachshunds will give you a warm welcome to their Jaffna home.

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Theresa Inn is located 5 minutes from Jaffna town in Rakka Road. It is almost right next door to the British Council.

Room types include triples, twins and family rooms for four people. AC and non AC rooms. Rooms are generally basic with a metal clothes hanger and a dressing table.

All rooms have ceiling fans and private bathrooms with hot water showers.

Internet is available throughout the property and there is parking space too.

Rooms at Theresa Inn are being offered on a room basis only. Both breakfast and dinners can be arranged on request, but no lunches are served. Breakfasts tend to be large and good value, an excellent way to start off your day before you go on to discover Jaffna.

 

Sigiri Lion Lodge, Sigiriya

The Sigiri Lion Lodge is down a small lane off Sigiriya Road, near the bridge. as such it is only 800 metres to Sigiriya Rock. Being by Sigiriya Road there are many restaurants, convenience shops and tourist shops.

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There are AC and non AC double rooms, with one double bed, and triple rooms, with one double and one single bed.

Generally speaking the rooms are basic as they are in many guest houses in the Sigiriya area. All rooms have ceiling fans, mosquito nets and private bathrooms.

The private attached bathroom comes with toilet, douche, wash basin and hot water shower. There is free wifi so you can keep in touch with families and friends.

Your host is Ajith, who is dedicated to hospitality. He will help you all he can. He even has washing powder for you, should you wish to wash your clothes.

The room is offered on a bed & breakfast basis, so breakfast is included in the price and served in the restaurant area.

The Sigiriya Rock itself (known literally as Lion’s Rock) can be seen on all sides and with its 180 m height, this rock fortress is impressive. It will take you approx. 1 hour to ascend the rock, and 30 minutes to descend the 1,200 steps. The frescoes are world famous, and the intricate palace is a place of wonder. It became a World Heritage site recognised by UNESCO in 1982. Sigiriya is in the cultural triangle of Dambulla (19 kms) and Polonnaruwa (54 kms), and as such is an ideal stay over point.

Tourist activities include buffalo cart riding and the purchase of wooden artifacts and motifs.

The Sigiri Lion Lodge is in a jungle settle and therefore elephants, wild fowl and monkeys may come into the Lodge grounds. If you don’t see the monkeys, you will certainly hear them.

The Sigiri Lion Lodge is clearly sign posted from the road and when you enter the premises. The reception is on the left hand side in a pink building.