Good vibes are guaranteed at this fine guesthouse thanks to the efforts of genial owner Upali and his family. Rooms are well-priced and sparkling clean, all with mosquito nets and sprung mattresses (though those abutting the main road suffer some traffic noise). It's a sociable place with tables for playing Parcheesi or sampling the delicious home cooking, with cookery classes possible.
The owner can help travellers link with others to join safaris to Minneriya and Kaudulla, and bikes are available (Rs 300 per day).
