Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 52 reviews.
Jacob
United States · Group of friends · April 2026
“Fantastic stay in a great location”
+The hosts are wonderful! They cooked us a meal and celebrated the Sri Lanka new year with us. They really go above and beyond to make your stay pleasant. We worked online and the wifi worked really well (as long as the power stayed on which is out of their control and the power didnt cut frequently or for long). Also a great location! Far enough off the main road to avoid the noise and you can only hear the train if you're paying attention. The Beach is just a couple of minutes walk away!
−It's a bit loud on Friday night. They provide ear plugs, though, as there's a party just down the block that blares music into the night.
Ellen
Sweden · Couple · March 2026
+Super friendly staff & owners! Invited us for a curry dinner at the rooftop, amazing food! Highly recommend!
April
United States · Couple · March 2026
“I can’t wait to come back!”
+Alva’s House is best place to stay in Hikkaduwa. It’s minutes from the beach, delicious food and shopping. The hosts are lovely and welcoming and they have the most wonderful cats and dogs, especially that orange cat! I refuse to say anywhere but Alva’s House!
−I loved every moment of my stay at Alva’s house.
Daniel
Germany · Solo · March 2026
+We had such a good time. Everything from the service and especially the owner and the staff was amazing. We had a really lovely breakfast at the check out day. When we come back we will stay here again. Thank u guys for everything
James
Canada · Solo · March 2026
“A definite recommend for Hikkaduwa!”
+I had a really nice stay here! The staff is great, very welcoming. The house is nice and in good condition. The location is a short walk to the beach and restaurants. Would recommend!
−The shower water pressure could be stronger.
Martyn
United Kingdom · Couple · February 2026
“Authentic Sri Lankan hospitality Amazing value for money”
+Well, we have been in Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 5 weeks travelling and stayed in all different types of accommodation all over the country and all have been great in different ways’ but for us Alvas house has to be our favourite. The amazing host Susanne and Thushare and their wonderful assistant Sunny boy 🤗 I don’t normally score 10 on booking .com But I have this time the property is in a wonderful location the beach and restaurants shops are 2 minute walk the property is in a quiet road, you can hear the odd train go by but we loved that.The rooms are super clean with a really comfortable bed. Sunny boy made our bed each day which was a surprise as this never happened at any other place we stayed in. We had wonderful Sri Lankan breakfast made for us by Thushare and Sunny boy which we enjoyed whilst chatting and exchanging stories. Their advice for local places to eat and go was fantastic and really useful. If you love a burger go to Hello Burger on the main street it’s a must and 2 mins away from here 😋and if you’re up for a surf lesson just ask Thushare, he can recommend someone for you 🏄♂️ I would highly recommend this place if you are coming to Hikkaduwa, we loved it and Hikkaduwa w
−Nothing
Paulina
Poland · Couple · April 2025
“Exceptional”
+It's an incredible place! The room was clean and comfortable, maintained daily. We were welcomed with cold coconut and the warmest smile I've ever seen. Hosts are very kind and caring, always looking out for you to make sure you're comfortable. The location is perfect for turtle watching and swimming, with lots of small shops and places to eat.
Ni
China · Solo · March 2025
“amazing experience！”
+The location is very convenient. The beach outside here is suitable for surfing. Ten minutes' walk to the right is the turtle beach which suitable for snorkeling, there is also a big supermarket on the way. It takes another twenty minutes walk to a small fish and vegetable market. You can buy vegetables there and cook in the public kitchen on the second floor here .It's very convenient. But the best part was the owner Susan and Tushy! Thank you, Tushy who always smiles and Susan who is so warm-hearted. Thank you the unforgettable Friday night! You invited me and all the guests to have a big meal together and chat freely. It was such a happy time! I hope to have the chance to stay here again!
−The air conditioners in Sri Lanka are all very noisy, but it's not your fault!
Nina
Germany · Couple · March 2025
“Great accommodation with very friendly owners”
+The accommodation is very centrally located and but also in a quiet side street. The beautifully furnished rooms, the green garden, the shared kitchen and the roof terrace immediately give you a wonderful feeling of being at home. Everything is super clean and is cleaned and aired daily. The owners are incredibly kind and helpful. It quickly felt as if we had known them for years, as they really put so much heart into their work. We will definitely come back.
Shalini
Netherlands · Solo · March 2025
“Home”
+This little guesthouse is one of the warmest and friendliest places i have been. Rooms are spotless, wifi is excellent and location is good. But its the owners that really make you want to return. Thanks for making me feel welcome and at home and taking care of me when needed.
−The shower, temperature and waterpressure, as in many places, could have been better