Berty's Cottage

–Excellent location - show map
Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Staff

10

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Berty's Cottage in Jaffna offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Each room includes a dining table, work desk, and seating area. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can relax in the garden or on the terrace, enjoying garden views. The property features a balcony and a private entrance, ensuring a pleasant stay. Breakfast and Services: A vegetarian and Asian breakfast is served daily. Private check-in and check-out, a paid shuttle service, and car hire are available. Free on-site private parking is provided. Local Attractions: Nallur Kandaswamy Temple is a 16-minute walk away, Jaffna Railway Station 1.7 km, and Jaffna Public Library 3.1 km. Jaffna Fort and Naguleswaram Temple are 3.4 km and 21 km respectively. Jaffna International Airport is 17 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

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

    • Breakfast info

    • Vegetarian, Asian, Breakfast to go

    • Free private parking available on-site

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Piroh0
    Italy Italy
    “Home-made breakfast, every day with something typical and different Hosts really helpful and gave us suggestions to enjoy the city at the most”
  • Agathe
    France France
    “Clean and big rooms. Berty and his wife give recommendations on what to visit. Amazing breakfasts every morning to discover the local dishes.”
  • Andrew
    Australia Australia
    “We were served delicious traditional Sri Lanka fare, better than the restaurants. Hosts Berty and Hilda were friendly and efficient in providing everything we needed, including Tuk-tuk transport, with excellent understanding of English The rooms...”
  • Andrew
    Australia Australia
    “The meals were delicious traditional Sri Lankan fare and better than the restaurants. Hosts Berty and Hilda were friendly and efficient at organizing anything we needed, including Tuk-tuk transport, with good understanding of English. The rooms...”
  • Cris
    Belgium Belgium
    “Realy nice host. They give us everyday a different lovely homemade breakfast. So nice. They organice if you like nice trips.”
  • Nadarajah
    Russia Russia
    “A very quiet location filled with lush green shade around and a well maintained garden with a variety of tropical plants. Easily accessible to the infrastructure, though not on the main road.”
  • Gabriele
    Germany Germany
    “Very good. Berty and Hilda are very caring and lovely people. We definitely recommend their homestay.”
  • Maureen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Excellent breakfast - Hilda and Berty were able to cater to all my requests and the food was superb. Early starts were accomodated for and everything was prepared and served to a very high quality.”
  • Ray
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We really enjoyed our stay for four nights at Berty's Cottage. Both Berty and Hilda are delightful hosts who really care about their guests. Nothing was too much trouble. Breakfasts were fantastic as was an evening meal on our last night expertly...”
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Fantastic hosts. Gave us lots of advice. Organised our transport. The food was fabulous. They even made an evening meal for us and two other guests. Some of the best food we have had. The rooms were spotless.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Berty Nixon Angelo

Company review score: 10Based on 62 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Available to help with know in English, Tamil & Sinhala languages - and help with travel arrangements and air-port transport.

Property information

Berty's Cottage – A Charming SLTDA (Srilanka Tourism Development Authority) registered Homestay in Jaffna. At Berty's Cottage, it’s not just a stay—it’s "Your Home Away, Memories That Stay." We pride ourselves on creating a personalised experience that celebrates the uniqueness of every guest. With a commitment to flexibility and customised service, we go above and beyond to ensure every moment is special, leaving you with cherished memories that last long after your stay. Berty's Cottage, a serene and beautifully renovated homestay nestled in the heart of Jaffna. Our peaceful, super clean, and safe accommodation offers a perfect blend of comfort and tradition, just a short stroll from Jaffna Railway Station and 1 km from the historic Nallur Temple. Our homestay features five nonsmoking rooms, with three offering air conditioning and two equipped with fans to suit your comfort needs. Each room is designed with a private bathroom and shower (please note, we do not provide hot water). Start your mornings with a delicious breakfast with tea/coffee of authentic Jaffna Vegetarian cuisine (String hoppers, Dosa, Idly & Pittu) prepared with care and served with a warm smile. For additional meals, only for dinner, we offer service at an extra charge if requested in advance. Kindly note that consumption of alcohol are not permitted in our peaceful homestay. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and on-site private parking for added convenience. Our tranquil garden provides an ideal space for relaxation, making Berty's Cottage the perfect base for exploring Jaffna's rich culture and heritage. We look forward to welcoming you and ensuring a memorable stay in our charming homestay.

Neighbourhood information

Close to Nallur Kovil and other Cultural significant places. Very convenient location, close to British council and Consulate General of India.

Languages spoken

English,Tamil

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 13:00 to 20:00
Check-out
From 06:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 22:00 and 04:00
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 12 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 04:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 04:00:00.

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