Reviews of Jungle Nook Hiriketiya
Ruppa Gedara, Hiriketiya Beach Rd XP75+GR9, 81200 Hiriketiya, Sri Lanka
#18 of 29 B&Bs and inns in Hiriketiya
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 18 hotel reviews
9.3Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.6
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Comfort
9.5
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Location
9.8
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Facilities
9.2
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Staff
9.9
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Value for money
9.6
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Reviewed: September 3, 2025
Janina
Germany4 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The location, atmosphere and most of all the host :)
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: August 14, 2025
Isabel
Germany9 Reviews1 helpful vote10“Quiet, nice stay close to the beach”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The host was just beyond nice and helpful! If you need help you can always contact him and get a quick answer. It’s very quiet here and also located close to the beach. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: June 17, 2025
Kelly
Australia5 Reviews10“Fantastic stay in Hirikiteya!!!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 4 nights
Had a lovely stay at the Jungle Nook for 10 days. The room had strong AC + comfy beds (with mosquito nets) and rooms were cleaned every few days. The location is amazing, you are about a 2 minute walk from the beach and short walk to the main shops. The place comes with a shared kitchen (gas stove) + fridge which is handy for making your own meals. Vishwa was such an amazing host and always attentive to our needs, making sure we were happy and comfortable. Multiple times his family got us water and grocery supplies from the local market which was greatly appreciated. They even offered to take us to the local Poya festival which was very kind. We enjoyed our stay so much that we extended for another 5 days. Thank you for the hospitality ! 🩵
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: April 21, 2025
Raphael
France16 Reviews2 helpful votes10“Perfect location ☺️”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The place was really nice and super well located. In less than five minutes you are at the beach. The owner of the place was the most sweet man, he was constantly asking if everything was good, changing our towels and giving us some fruit. Everything was clean ans they offer to clean per day too, but it wasn’t necessary. Amazing stay, 100% recommended !!
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: April 16, 2025
Kamilla
Denmark11 Reviews8.0“Stay here if you want both jungle and beach!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Amazing location and amazing place. The family running the place are very friendly, keen to help and fast responding. Everything felt very safe. Also, the place is close to many delicious cafees as well as the main beach! Room was clean, however the bathroom is a bit moist. But I guess that’s the terms of staying in the jungle!
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: April 10, 2025
Stef
Netherlands11 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nice room, good service, great location and very kind people.
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: April 8, 2025
Outbackviking
Australia25 Reviews3 helpful votes8.0“Humble Homestay with Heart in Hiriketiya”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Jungle Nook in Hiriketiya is a simple, family-run homestay with just two rooms. It’s a cute little spot with potential, but very basic in terms of accommodation. The room and bathroom were both quite small, and it’s clear the place is still finding its feet. The location is good—nice and close to the beach and main areas—but the driveway could definitely use some attention. It’s a bit hard to spot where the homestay actually is, especially if you’re arriving for the first time. What really makes the stay is the lovely family that runs it. They were incredibly warm and accommodating, always happy to help or have a chat. There's also a shared fridge and a small cooking area, which is super handy if you're travelling on a budget or just want to prep your own meals now and then. A quiet and convenient place if you're after something no-frills and local, with some lovely hosts to make you feel at home.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 14, 2025
Eleanor
United Kingdom9 Reviews10“Cosy jungle house”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Maybe could have a signpost by the path so a bit easier to find
A cosy nook tucked away very close to the beach and some delicious breakfast spots. The host is very kind and helpful. It rained the time we stayed here but we were so happy to be hidden away in such a nice place. Lots of windows, comfy bed and air con.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: January 16, 2025
Charles
United Kingdom13 Reviews1 helpful vote10“Fantastic”- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bathroom could use a permanent mop as floor gets wet after shower.
Lovely stay - lovely host family, huge bed, right by beach, A/C.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: January 6, 2025
Katie
United Kingdom2 Reviews10“Highly recommended”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It was so nice! Calm and quiet and so close to the beach. I liked having access to a kitchen and fridge. The AC and WiFi are great. The bed was very comfortable, I had the best sleep ever. The hosts are very kind and I would for sure book again :)
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: December 31, 2024
Caitlyn
Australia8 Reviews1 helpful vote10“Nice and new accomodation very close to the beach!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No issues! Would recommend this place
This place is so close to the beach! (I think the distance in the description mentioned 1k or something away, but it’s like 2 mins walk away, Pretty much right behind Crab restaurant). New accomodation In Hiriketiya run by the nicest family! Not a home stay so we felt like we had our own space, but they are right next door if you need anything or have any questions (also handy for us to store our bags when we weren’t leaving until the evening). New bedding/mosquito nets and towels provided, guest kitchen is also right there outside the door with jug etc. Really happy we stayed here and will come back when we visit next.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: December 28, 2024
Clara
Norway5 Reviews10“Clean, comfy and nice”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Clean room and bathroom, and comfortable bed. There is also a kitchen area that you share with the other room that has all that you need to make your own food, including a little stove and a fridge. The owners were really helpful and sweet. It is close to the beach and some nice restaurants. Would stay there again.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: August 14, 2025
Anonymous
Sri Lanka1 review10“Well recommended”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room with Fan
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Non
It’s very near to beach
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: August 25, 2025
Paula
Spain3 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There are no comments available for this review
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: August 23, 2025
Rose-sophie
Austria6 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room with Fan
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There are no comments available for this review
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: August 5, 2025
Danielle
Australia3 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There are no comments available for this review
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: July 26, 2025
Niruthigaa
United Kingdom3 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There are no comments available for this review
Stayed in July 2025
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