Malaka, Suman and their kids are the perfect hosts. Helpful whenever needed, friendly and with a big heart. Malaka you're a wonderful cook. Thank you sister for making our days so special.

Stayed in August 2025

Except for the beautiful beach and snorkeling trips, there is literally nothing to do in Nilaveli.

Location close to the beach, nice owner, very good breakfast.

Stayed in August 2025

We really enjoyed staying here! The room was very basic, but considering the price it was more than okay. The family was super friendly and we felt welcome all the time. The location is amazing, as it is only a few minutes to the beach. Also the breakfast was really tasty and filling. Thank you so much! We can absolutely recommend staying here!

Stayed in August 2025

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One of the best properties I’ve stayed in Sri Lanka, super clean lovely family and closer to the beach. Also came with Aircon which was a plus

Stayed in August 2025

Really friendly people. The rooms are clean and had everything we needed. Breakfast was delicious. We really enjoyed our time here

Stayed in August 2025

When our trip ended

Really liked the villa was clean, comfortable beds good, air con. The owner are lovely and super helpful and the breakfast in the morning is next level! Also great locations minutes from the oceans and a great selection restaurant near by

Stayed in August 2025

very friendly hosts, very clean, great breakfast

Stayed in August 2025

Very good welcome by the owner. She is very kind and helpful. I recommend this place. Perfect location, very close to the beach.

Stayed in August 2025

Nice comfortable bed, big room and nice bathroom. The owner is very nice, smiling and helpful. I enjoyed talking and sharing information.

Stayed in August 2025

Nothing

Malaka and Suman were great hosts. They answered all our questions and booked onward travel. The breakfasts were delicious and filling. The room was spacious and the AC was very efficient. The location was great - very close to the beach.

Stayed in July 2025

Nothing!

Spotless rooms, incredibly close to the beach, delicious breakfast. The family who run Suman Beach Rooms are beautiful, so willing to help with everything and they make you feel like guests in their home.

Stayed in July 2025

Everything was fine

Wonderful hosts, provided a lot of information and helped with everything. The room was clean, the breakfast was delicious, especially the hostess's coffee. We were happy and satisfied with everything.

Stayed in July 2025

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From the moment we arrived at Suman Beach Rooms, we felt like special guests in a family home. Located just a 3‑minute stroll from the serene Nilaveli Beach, this cozy B&B is in a perfect spot for easy beach days and exploring nearby attractions like Pigeon Island National Park and the Kanniya Hot Springs . Our room was spacious – with a private bathroom, balcony overlooking the garden, crisp AC, reliable Wi‑Fi, and great comfort overall . It quickly became our peaceful little haven after a day in the sun. But what truly set this place apart was the warmth of the hosts—Suman, Mallika, and their family. They greeted us even during our early arrival, having our room already prepared . Mallika’s home‑cooked Sri Lankan breakfast on the terrace was a daily treat—delicious, generous, and served with heartfelt kindness . The atmosphere is so relaxed and welcoming—complete with friendly cats, chickens wandering through the garden, and a homely ambience that truly made us feel “at home” . They went above and beyond by helping arrange tuk‑tuks, and transfers, you name it—with helpful, local insider knowledge . In short: Location: 2–3 minute walk to the beach, with easy access to local attractions Accommodation: Clean, comfortable rooms with AC, private bathroom, balcony/garden view Hosts: Exceptionally friendly, considerate, and accommodating Extras: Tasty breakfasts, reliable Wi‑Fi, bike/tuk‑tuk tours, laundry, on‑site parking We wholeheartedly recommend Suman Beach Rooms if you're after a genuine, comfortable, and caring place to stay in Nilaveli. Thanks to Suman, Mallika, and the entire team for an unforgettable stay—we’ll definitely return! 🙏

Stayed in July 2025

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Lovely family who takes care of you to have a good and comfortable stay. The offer breakfast in the morning and tea after your beach day

Stayed in July 2025

The guest house is down to earth and very well located. Each room has its own space in the courtyard, which was really nice. We were happy to have A/C as the weather was very hot. Malika is a thoughtful and kind host.

Stayed in July 2025

Not much, honestly. The property surpassed our expectations.

We rented a room in Malika's family home, where she has several rooms to rent. The room was impeccably clean and new, beds were comfy, the shower was great (no hot water needed during our stay), and the AC was perfect. The home is a couple of blocks from the beach (great beach BTW), tucked in the middle of the small, quiet village of Nilaveli. This allows us to stroll the streets of the village for an immediate feeling of what the local life is, from the neighboring eggplant garden, the kids playing in the streets, to all the locals peacefully chatting, waving, and smiling at you. There are also plenty of restaurants around We were impressed by Malika's hospitality and an apparent ever-smiling face, which makes you feel very welcome all the time.

Stayed in June 2025

Highly recommended!!! I loved staying here. I booked for 2 nights and stayed for 4. Malika and Suman make you feel so comfortable. They are so kind and friendly, and they work so hard. I stayed in the basic room without ac and it was great. Super clean with everything I needed. The location is perfect, just 200 metres to the beach, restaurants, snorkelling tours etc but really quiet. It feels like a very small and safe village. Just wonderful! Thanks again Mali and Suman.

Stayed in June 2025

We had a wonderful stay at this small, family-run guesthouse. The family is incredibly friendly and always ready to help with tips and recommendations for the area. The location is perfect – just two small streets away from the beach, with a clear view of the ocean. The rooms are spotless and well taken care of. Overall, amazing value for money – we highly recommend staying here!

Stayed in June 2025

The family was really welcoming and the position of the house was amazing, only 5 minutes from the beach.

Stayed in June 2025

nothing to dislike.

Great location. Everything worked. Sweet people. Rooms were well laid out. Homy atmosphere with hens & kittens.

Stayed in May 2025

This is not really criticism, but more of points which could be improved for an even better experience: A cotton towel would have been nice. The towel was sufficient but as it was mostly plastic it wouldn't soak up that much water. A second bedsheet to use as a cover at night would be nice, as I like to sleep with a cover, even in tropical climate. Maybe send that rooster, along with all the others in the village, to therapy, so they won't start crawing in the middle of the night. ;-)

First of all: The room and facilities are very basic but wholly sufficient and really good value for the money. I've slept in worse places for a way higher cost. The room was spotless clean when I arrived, with a newly washed bed sheet and cleaned pillows. The bed was very comfy and long enough, even for me (1,98m). There was a lockable cabinet for valuables, which was a nice touch. The A/C worked fine and had enough power to make me shiver. The fan above the bed is really nice if you don't want to sleep with the A/C on. There is a mosquito net, but I didn't need it. The location is really good as it is just a very short walk, of 3 minutes, to a really nice beach. There are no beach bars or restaurants at this beach, so grabbing a beer, at the wine shop, and drinking it while gazing at the stars on the the beach was my guilty pleasure in the evening. There are numerous restaurants in a 5 minute walking range. More than I could try out in 5 days. But the best was the hospitality of Suman, Malika and their children. I immediately felt welcome. Malika is a great cook, which leads to a very tasty breakfast on the terrace for a small price (800Lkr) and she even has her own stall near the beach, where she sells snacks like fried dhal, fried prawns and "chili-donuts". All of it was a treat as well.

Stayed in April 2025

Highly recommended place to stay in Nilaveli. Malllika is super kind and also makes the best breakfast for a great price !!… we arrived ridiculously early after a night train but she still welcomed us with coffee and place to chill before our room was ready. Very close to the beach and lots of places to eat close by. Mallika can help arrange tuk tuks, bicycles etc for the going rate with locals. Had a fabulous time here .

Stayed in February 2025

There was nothing to dislike

The room was spacious and beds was comfortable The location was great as it was a short walk from bus stop and very close to a beautiful beach The hosts Mallaka and Suman were very friendly and the lovely breakfast kept me going all day They also arranged a bike to rent I highly recommend staying here

Stayed in February 2025

The budget accomodation is very close to Nilaveli beach and the family ist very friendly and helpful. I got tea or coffee, got laundry service and a Tuk Tuk was organised to go to Trincomalee bus staion very early in the morning. It is definitely an accomodation worth to stay if you want to stay at Nilaveli beach or explore the surrounding sights.

Stayed in January 2025