The Yard Hiriketiya

Hotels
9.4 (527 reviews)
Hiriketiya Beach Road Dickwella , Hiriketiya , lk

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Shared kitchen
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Noise from exterior
Bathroom design issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.69
Some reviews mentioned issues with the bathrooms and overall cleanliness.
Service
9.66
Multiple reviews praised staff for their friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
9.7
Location received positive comments for being fantastic and in a great area.
Room Quality
8.65
Room quality was noted to be good, but some reviews mentioned noise and comfort issues.
Amenities
9.18
Amenities are adequate, but some guests mentioned issues such as water pressure and Wi-Fi reliability.
Value for Money
9.64
The overall perception is that the value is fair given the location and quality.
Food and Beverage
9.69
Not explicitly mentioned; assumed to be satisfactory given the overall experience.
Overall Experience
10
The overall sentiment from reviews is very positive, with many guests expressing satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 13:31

Property Description

Secluded Paradise in Hiriketiya

Tranquil Garden Oasis: Relax in the serene garden surroundings at The Yard Hiriketiya, just moments away from the stunning Hiriketiya Beach.

Comfortable and Cozy Rooms: Unwind in air-conditioned rooms, each featuring a private patio or balcony with picturesque garden views. Enjoy modern amenities including free WiFi and plush bedding.

Convenient Location: Explore nearby attractions like Dickwella Beach and Hummanaya Blow Hole, with the hotel offering easy access to Tangalle Lagoon and Mulkirigala Rock Monastery.

Experience a peaceful retreat at The Yard Hiriketiya - book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 527 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.69
Service: 9.66
Location: 9.7
Room Quality: 8.65
Amenities: 9.18
Value for Money: 9.64
Food and Beverage: 9.69
Overall Experience: 10
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Cheryl couple au
8
Amazing location!
Pros:

Amazing location, very central easy to walk around and come back to the room to chill or shower. Cute monkeys, lovely staff.

Cons:

The bed was the most uncomfortable bed of our entire trip, woke up sore every morning as it was so hard, other than this was a good stay.

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Detmar couple gb
9
2026-04-30 via Nuitee
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Naomi couple nl
8
2026-04-27 via Nuitee
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Kristina solo_traveller gb
10
Beautiful place in central location
Pros:

This property is absolutely beautiful, both the rooms and the common areas. There's a fully equipped kitchen, that's clean and has coffee, tea, big fridges, etc., so it would be a great place to stay even longer term. Everything is so aesthetic and clean, the staff is very helpful and kind - they helped me rent a scooter, and the owner also owns a very well-known (and highly recommended) restaurant called Malu. The location is perfect, you can walk everywhere, but it's also not loud at night. The room and bathroom were very comfortable and had everything I could need.
The only thing I'd say is that the room I was staying in was right by the outdoor/garden seating area, where some guests liked to socialise. I'd say it would be a great room for someone looking to meet other people easily, but if you prefer more quiet/private space, you might want to request a room upstairs :)

2026-04-24 via Nuitee
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Peduruarachchige Dinasha couple au
10
2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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Shanaka solo_traveller lk
8
2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Mandi couple ph
10
Really amazing accomodation located near Hiriketiya beach. Perfect base in the area. Complete amentities with friendly s
Pros:

The house was very beautifully designed, spacious clean with many thoughtful touches

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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Simona solo_traveller ch
9
Pros:

Alles war toll, sehr tolle Unterkunft, perfekte Lage. Schöner Innenhof zum verweilen.

Cons:

Einzig die Badezimmer waren nicht ganz überzeugend

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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dinuk couple lk
3
Not very good
Pros:

The location

Cons:

The bathroom and the cleanliness

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Charles couple gb
8
Great value, location and hospitality
Pros:

Great location - short walk to the beach and loads of nearby restaurants. The decor of the rooms and hotel was very well done. The complimentary water, tea and coffee was a lovely bonus. There was also a nice communal garden area to relax. Air con worked very well to keep the room comfortable. The staff were always very accommodating whenever we needed anything. Overall I would say great value for money.

Cons:

It's outside of the owners control but if you are a light sleeper this may not be the place for you. On our first night the road noise was very loud which did interrupt our sleep - the owners kindly moved us to another room. On other nights we were often woken up by monkeys jumping on the tin roof.

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Accamma couple in
4
Overall, while the location is a big plus, the poor maintenance and lack of customer service really impacted the experie
Pros:

I had mixed feelings about my stay here.

The location is excellent—just a 2-minute walk to the beach and very close to shops and restaurants, which made getting around super convenient. When I first entered the property, it honestly felt like a “wow” experience.

Cons:

However, things started going downhill after that. The bathroom had a strong unpleasant smell, and there was a water leakage throughout the night, which made it very uncomfortable and disturbed our sleep.
The service was also disappointing. The receptionist was often engaged on her phone and didn’t seem attentive. While I understand it was my responsibility to track checkout time, a simple reminder would have helped. We ended up returning about an hour late (around 12:30 PM) after getting caught up outside, and were charged for an entire extra day.
What was more disappointing than the charge itself was the lack of courtesy and empathy. When we tried to request some consideration, the interaction felt rude and unprofessional, with no real effort to handle the situation in a customer-friendly way.

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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23Stripes couple pt
8
Solid stay near the main beach
Pros:

Great location and a fairly new property

2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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Nina couple de
9
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Yasmine couple se
10
Pros:

Perfekt läge.
Rent och fräscht.
Trevlig personal.

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Sarre couple no
10
Pros:

Et behagelig sted å oppholde seg. Svært hyggelig personalet. Veldig nært både stranda og andre fasiliteter.
Føler også man er trygg ettersom hotellet er litt lukket.
Anbefaler på det største, enten om du trenger et par dager fra mye støy , eller langtidsopphold.

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Maria solo_traveller lk
10
Pros:

Not my first stay in this gorgeous little boutique hotel. Clean rooms, very friendly service and great location. Will definitely return again!

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Livia couple ch
7
Pros:

Zentral gelegen, sehr ruhig und sauber. Direkt in einer "Hauptstrasse" wo es viele Restaurants, Coffee-Shops und kleine Einkaufsmöglichkeiten gibt. Nur wenige Meter vom Strand entfernt

Cons:

Badezimmer sehr klein und leider war die Dusche nicht abgetrennt (direkt neben dem WC, ohne Vorgang/Wand), daher war der gesamte Badezimmerboden mehrheitlich nass und konnte aufgrund dem nur sehr kleinen Fenster kaum trocknen

2026-03-29 via Nuitee
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Charlie couple gb
9
2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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Maria couple gb
10
Pros:

Comfortable stay, good bed, warm and friendly staff! Will return for sure 👌

2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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Michael couple ch
10
Prime location with unique wildlife views
Pros:

Our top-floor room was beautifully designed and offered perfect morning views of playful monkeys in the surrounding trees—a delightful and memorable experience. The location is exceptional, with many excellent restaurants in the immediate vicinity, all easily reachable on foot. This made exploring local dining options both convenient and enjoyable. We thoroughly enjoyed the serene atmosphere and natural surroundings.

2026-03-28 via Nuitee