Reviews of Pine Trees Homestay
Rikartan colony Maskeliya, 22070 Adams Peak, Sri Lanka
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Reviewed: 9 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewAmazingly kind host, lovely room, delicious breakfast and dinner. Went above and beyond to arrange our hike to Adam’s Peak and transport to and from Hatton station.
It was such a joy having you stay with us. We’re really touched by your kind words. Knowing you enjoyed the room, the meals, and your journey to Adam’s Peak makes us so happy. We simply wanted you to feel at home, and we’re glad we could help make your time here a little more special. Thank you for choosing to stay with us—you’ll always be welcome back, anytime.
It was such a joy having you stay with us. We’re really touched by your kind words. Knowing you enjoyed the room, the meals, and your journey to Adam’s Peak makes us so happy. We simply wanted you to feel at home, and we’re glad we could … Show more
Reviewed: 11 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewA wonderful, simple, family-run place with a good breakfast and good tips and discussions with the owners. A suitable starting point for a pilgrimage to Adam' Peak, which is the ultimate highlight.
Thank you for your kind review. We’re glad you enjoyed your stay and found our homestay a great starting point for Adam’s Peak. As a small, family-run business, we do our best to make every guest comfortable. If at any point you felt anything was not up to expectations, we sincerely apologize. Your feedback means a lot to us. We hope to host you again in the future!
Thank you for your kind review. We’re glad you enjoyed your stay and found our homestay a great starting point for Adam’s Peak. As a small, family-run business, we do our best to make every guest comfortable. If at any point you felt anythi… Show more
Reviewed: 12 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewLovely heartwarming people who go above and beyond to give you the best experience. In hindsight I really feel like I tipped too little for the amazing care they had for us. We had some delicious meals and we even got dropped off at the start of Adams peak in the middle of the night. Thank you!
Thank you for your kind words. We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay and our hospitality. It was our pleasure to make your experience special, including the Adam's Peak drop-off. We look forward to welcoming you back! Warm regards, Pine Trees Homestay
Thank you for your kind words. We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay and our hospitality. It was our pleasure to make your experience special, including the Adam's Peak drop-off. We look forward to welcoming you back! Warm regards, Pine Tr… Show more
Reviewed: 7 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewVery nice comfortable room and bathroom. The shower had great water pressure and shampoo and conditioner was provided! The staff were very nice and accomodating, the host even gave us a ride to the start of Adam’s Peak early in the morning. Very nice dinner and breakfast. Very nice balcony and view onto the forest / lake opposite.
Nothing! All great.
Hi there! Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the room comfortable and clean. I also want to apologize if there were any aspects of your stay that didn’t meet your expectations. Your comfort and satisfaction are very important to us. If there’s anything specific you’d like to share, please feel free to let me know. We truly appreciate your kind words about the meals and the beautiful view. It was a pleasure to assist you with your trip to Adam’s Peak, and we hope to welcome you back in the future! Warm regards, Chathu Pine Trees Homestay
Hi there! Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the room comfortable and clean. I also want to apologize if there were any aspects of your stay that didn’t meet your expect… Show more
Reviewed: 12 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 3 January 2025 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 3 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewThe family is so welcoming and friendly. We felt at home, they are incredibly nice and helpful. We spent new year's eve there and it was one of our best thanks to them ! We hope to come back !
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you felt at home during your stay with us. It was a pleasure to host you for New Year’s Eve, and we’re so glad to know it was a memorable experience for you. Our family truly enjoys sharing our space and making sure our guests feel welcome. We would love to have you back anytime—there’s always more to explore and enjoy together! Wishing you all the best, and we hope to see you again soon
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you felt at home during your stay with us. It was a pleasure to host you for New Year’s Eve, and we’re so glad to know it was a memorable experience for you. Our family tr… Show more
Reviewed: 27 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewThe hosts were amazing and made life easy. Very cosy terrasse to read enjoying the sun. Take a walk in the afternoon to enjoy the view of the lake and see the temple. Helpful familt to go to Adam s peak which is about 13 min away by car. Good for a one night stay. Waterfalls not so far away by car.
Reviewed: 31 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewGreat team, warm welcoming, dedicated and careful for every demands :) Communication was excellent, with a wide range of services and entire availability (driving, cooking, questions...) Also cooking excellent :) Thank you !
Reviewed: 20 February 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewWe had the best food there during our stay in Sri Lanka. Definitely try the rice and curry, it’s simply outstanding. Also the entire family is super friendly, Chathu‘s father drove us to the start of the Adam‘s Peak Hike in the middle of the night and also to Hatton after the hike because the public busses were to crowded to get in. Also Chathu‘s wife is super friendly and made us feel at home, even after she came back from her work. The terrace is a super place to hang out and to get a little rest just before starting the climb of Adam‘s Peak.
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We appreciate your feedback and are delighted to know you enjoyed our Pine Trees Homestay. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we look forward to serving you again soon. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are thrilled to hear that you loved your experience with us.
We appreciate your feedback and are delighted to know you enjoyed our Pine Trees Homestay. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we look forward to serving you again soon. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are thri… Show more
Reviewed: 31 January 2024 · Stayed in January 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 25 December 2023 · Stayed in December 2023
Verified reviewBeautiful, peaceful rooms only a 10min tuktuk ride from the start of the Sri Pada hike. 100% recommend!
Reviewed: 11 December 2023 · Stayed in December 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 7 November 2023 · Stayed in November 2023
Verified reviewThe Homestay was really very clean and the food was amazing:) we enjoyed our stay there a lot!
Reviewed: 5 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewWe've had great couple of days in this place The host Chatu was very kind and lively, he offered very fair prices for everything: Laundry, food, warm clothings and a day trip to a waterfall. We fell in love with Ricatan and we even got the chance to meet Chatu's family and have a look at their house and their kitchen.
Reviewed: 4 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewThe hotel is clean, nice and great located. There is a nice view when you go out of the room. Chatu, The owner of the place was kind, generous and helpful. Chatu has really good suggestions on where to go and offers really good food in the place.
Anything was perfect
Reviewed: 2 July 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 11 June 2023 · Stayed in June 2023
Verified reviewThe place was wonderful. It was clean and gorgeous. The large balcony with a tremendous view was something we didnt expect at all. The hoster is very friendly and always happy to help. BBathrooms were really luxurious, clean , and with hot water. Bed was comfortable. Meals were tasty too. As final thoughts, the stay was joyful, calm and satisfied. It was very valuable for money (I got two discounts - one for genius , one for mobile device)
Only downside was the size of the room, which I think is better if is more spspacious.
Reviewed: 11 June 2023 · Stayed in June 2023
Verified reviewOwner was super welcoming and hospitable! The food they provided me was delicious. The owner was even willing to do a free ‘tour’ around the area for me. Room was tidy and comfortable + hot shower. Definitely coming back! 🙏🏾
Reviewed: 9 April 2023 · Stayed in April 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 20 March 2023 · Stayed in March 2023
Verified reviewI was given lovely tea and biscuits on arrival. Chattu was very helpful with my luggage. The location is perfect if you're planning to do Adam's Peak. Dinner was prepared for me on request and it was very tasty and generous. There is a lovely deck that you can relax on that's perfect for warmer weather.
There was a small problem with flies.
Reviewed: 8 March 2023 · Stayed in February 2023
Verified reviewA nice guesthouse in a beautiful and green environment with a large terrace to relax. We had a comfortable bed, the room was clean and we had a hot water shower (which was nice since it can get cold here at night). They offered us free tea and cookies and prepared a nice dinner for us.
There are no restaurants nearby so you have to eat at the guesthouse. They prepare nice meals though! It's probably not the easiest place to stay if you don't have your own transportation (we had a rental tuktuk).
Reviewed: 13 February 2023 · Stayed in February 2023
Verified reviewThis very clean homestay is located at a beautifull and quit place ( and very near to adams peak). We had a great breakfast ( try the sri lankan one !) and our diners at the homestay were also delicious. The owner does everthing to make the clients feel at home at his homestay ! A thank you to this nice family to let us feel home at vacation!
Reviewed: 20 January 2023 · Stayed in January 2023
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