Everything was perfect: the incredible kind hosts, the provided infrastructure, the location. This was the best accomodation in my whole Sri Lanka itinerary.

The cleanest place ever! The owners are super nice and treat you like family from the moment you walk in! The rooms are new and spacious. Came for 3 days, stayed for two weeks! ☺️

“The reviews say it all ! Don’t miss this one .”

This family run homestay has it all. Friendly greetings complete with an ice cold coconut and cake from the family bakery on arrival. The room was excellent. High wooden ceiling, large comfortable bed and spacious bathroom as well as a choice of fan or AC that really worked. The kitchen area on your level has gas to cook , a fridge and washing machine. A balcony overlooks a quiet street and the locals are friendly. Everything is squeaky clean and well presented. The property has complimentary bikes for trips to the beach or nearby cafes and hires scooters for trips further afield. The best part is the true warmth and connections made with the family. Shared conversations and laughter. By far our best stay in Sri Lanka. Do yourself a favour and check it out for yourself.

“Our best stay in Sri Lanka by far”

We’ve been traveling around Sri Lanka for five months, and this is without a doubt the best place we’ve stayed. From the very beginning, we were met with such warmth and generosity. When we wanted to extend our stay by two extra days, they upgraded our room at no additional cost. That really says a lot about how they run this place. During our stay, we were also treated to fresh coconuts, delicious pastries from their own bakery (twice!), and refreshing watermelon juice – all complimentary. It’s the small details that make the biggest difference, and they truly go above and beyond here. The rooms are beautiful, clean, and thoughtfully designed – and having a washing machine in the room felt like such a luxury. The staff are some of the kindest people we’ve met on our entire trip. You genuinely feel seen and taken care of. If we could give more than 5 stars, we would. A truly special place that we would recommend to everyone.

“Easily one of the best stays we have ever had!”

Everything, and we mean everything. The room, the location, the people. This place exceeded every expectation we had. Our room, bathroom, and balcony were spacious, spotless, and thoughtfully equipped. Washing machine, ample plugs, brand new AC, a ventilator, a huge comfortable bed, a proper wardrobe. We had everything we could possibly need. We genuinely could have stayed for a month without missing a thing. The bikes were a lovely touch: well-maintained, always available (and there are many of them), and we used them every single day to ride to the beach, restaurants, and cafes. The location made all of this effortless. Everything we had marked on our travel map was right there. But what made this stay truly special was the people. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with such genuine warmth. They kept checking in on us, brought us snacks, and at one point even helped push our rented tuktuk so we wouldn’t stress about maneuvering it. That kind of thoughtfulness you just don’t forget. 100% recommend Kian’s place. We cannot wait to come back, and next time we are staying much longer.

“Such an amazing place to stay!”

Wow! It's difficult to find things that haven't already been said. The accommodation is spacious, well planned out and incredibly well presented. The bed came with a single sheet cover which was great at night as we could sleep with only the fan on. The kitchen is shared with one other apartment and has a fridge and washing machine. Each apartment has its own balcony with fantastic views. The owner, his wife and his brother all spoke very good English, were very helpful and we had lots of really good conversations. The apartment is well positioned in easy walking distance from the main road which has a Bank, Cargill supermarket, bakery and fruit and vegetables. It's also an easy walk to Madiha Beach where there is some great snorkelling to be had with turtles and reef fish (just watch out for the sea urchins). Places to eat out at were variable with many catering for a more westernised surf crowd, but we had very good meals at Zephyr and the Swell Shack.

“High quality and friendly hosts.”

Both the bedroom and bathroom is very spacious. The high ceiling, the high quality furniture and kitchen made it stand out compared to all other places I stayed in while in Sri Lanka. Moreover the family that are hosting are very nice and helpful people.

“Really good, stayed longtime and very happy with my stay.”

Great, European standards tho it’s a Sri Lankan family buissness.

Our stay at Kians Place in Madiha was absolutely wonderful. The hosts and their entire family are incredibly warm, welcoming, and kind! We were able to use bicycles free of charge, which was a great bonus. Every day we were treated to fresh, homemade fruit juices:) From time to time, we also received free baked goods from the family’s bakery behind the house, which made the stay even more special. The room is very spacious, beautifully furnished, and spotlessly clean. The bathroom is the largest we have had anywhere in Sri Lanka so far, modern and very comfortable. Overall, the entire experience was a perfect 10 out of 10. We truly loved our time here and would highly recommend Kians Place to anyone visiting Madiha. We would definitely come back!

“Lovely stay at Kians”

I stayed for two nights and had a wonderful experience. The hosts were incredibly friendly and shared lots of great recommendations for things to do in the area. Communication was very quick and easy via WhatsApp, and the host regularly checked in to make sure I had everything I needed. I was even invited to join them for dinner, and the host’s wife prepared an delicious breakfast with fresh juice the next morning. You can borrow a bicycle from the host to explore the surroundings, which I really enjoyed. The room is spacious, clean, and modern. The family is truly kind and very helpful. There are several restaurants and cafés nearby, and the beach is just a short distance away. I can highly recommend staying here!

My nicest stay at Sri Lanka so far. Beautiful, big, clean and well equipped rooms. You even have a kitchen and laundry machines, which is great if you stay longer. Everything you need is there and the owner family is very kind and helpful. I even got a nice homemade lunch and muffins from their bakery. I really enjoyed my stay and will definitely come back.

“Hidden gem in Madiha”

I’m really glad I booked a stay at Kians Place, not only was the location great, being just minutes from the beach and the main road, but the room was super spacious, new and very comfortable. With the shared kitchen space and balcony it felt like I had the whole floor to myself. Compared to a lot of places nearby, you get so much value for money here because the rooms are massive and have all the amenities you could need. The hosts were so warm and welcoming as well. The owner and his family sometimes stay on the bottom floor, and his brother on the second floor where my room was. Because of the size of the whole place however it was very quiet and felt very serene. The family also brought around baked goods from their bakery and also made me fresh juice, which was very lovely of them. The place felt very secure and safe, and was in a very ideal location. The owners are also super responsive and great at communicating. They helped me with my random queries and questions and were such a lovely family. I would recommend this to anyone looking to stay in Madiha, as you’ll experience the best Sri Lankan hospitality and get to support the local community as well.

It’s a gem of Madiha. A really cozy place , very close to the surf’s points, doctors house, shop, bus stop. It’s very quiet here, as the balcony faces the forest. Room is clean, full of light. The owner and his brother are very helpful. WiFi didn’t reach the upper floor well so the next day they brought the extender.

“Fabulous stay we had”

Excellent location and the service provided by the host was exceptional. Very safe place and near to Miriasa whale watching spots, Weligama serfing spots , Galle Dutch Fort ect... The host Charitha was very professional, he also arranged us a taxi for site seeing and the price was lower than the market rate. I would definitely visit this place during my next visit to Sri Lanka and will recommend to my friends.

“A lovely home with warm-hearted hosts and neat interior design.”

Kian’s place is a three-story home, and we stayed on the third floor for six days. Since the host works at the Weligama Marriott Hotel, the interior of the house was as good as a hotel. A newly installed air conditioner made our stay even more comfortable. The house is close to the beach, and Cargills Food City is just outside on the main road. The neighborhood is well-maintained and has a pleasant atmosphere, and the view from the third floor is truly outstanding. We stayed on the third floor, which has two rooms. The kitchen is well-equipped with everything needed and is shared among guests. There is a washing machine, too. Complimentary drinks were provided, so we felt safe drinking the water. The house also has four bicycles available for free use, which made it easy for us to go to the beach or run errands. You can take a bus to Matara city from the main road or go by tuk-tuk as well. We were especially thankful to the young couple who owns the house—they made us fresh fruit juice and were always welcoming with smiles. They were ready to help us anytime we needed. If we come to Matara again, we’ll definitely stay here again. Now, we are in Colombo. We already miss there and them, especially their lovely son, Kian.

“Amazing!”

An amazing stay! The place was truly great. The bathroom was large, clean, and very comfortable. The kitchen was spacious and well-equipped — perfect for cooking meals. The location is ideal: just a five-minute walk from the beach, with plenty of lovely little restaurants nearby. Charitha and his family are kind, helpful, and welcoming. I’ll definitely come back here for my next stay!

“Great Value for Money with Excellent Hospitality and Facilities”

I truly enjoyed my stay here! The place offered great value for money, with a clean and comfortable environment. The cleanness of the rooms and common areas was impressive. The facilities provided were more than sufficient, and the well-equipped kitchen made it easy to prepare meals. The big washroom was a pleasant surprise, offering plenty of space and comfort. Above all, the hospitality of the host made the experience even better. I definitely recommend this place and would love to return.

“Lovely Host and Beautiful rooms”

The best place in Sri Lanka. The family who owns it is very generous and friendly. We had a great time staying here. The rooms are clean and beautiful. They had two bicycles that you could borrow all the time and made it easy to get to all the good restaurants and beaches nearby. 10/10 :) I hope to come back one day❤️

“Great value for money”

I'm incredibly happy with my stay at Kian's place. The hosts are wonderful, the family helped me with everything and treated me with such kindness. The accomodation is brand new after the renovation, the bed is very comfortable with a good mosquito net. The windows are glazed, that means you won't have insects and reptiles in your room (this is very rare for Sri Lanka). I enjoyed working from the terrace, the internet is good enough for work. There is everything you might need for a long stay - a well-equipped kitchen and a washing machine. The location is perfect - in a quiet area, but close to everything - bus stops, supermarkets, restaurants, ATM, pharmacy and the ocean. I'm extremely grateful for the true hospitality, warm welcome, and all little bonuses like fresh juices and muffins, drinking water, etc. And thanks a lot for arranging the airport taxi - it was super fast, comfortable and for a reasonable price. Highly recommend!

Honestly the best place I've stayed in Sri Lanka. Quiet, peaceful, spacious room with huge bathroom and balcony that look just like on the photos. And everything become so much more accesible with the bikes provided by the host for free. The host family are professionals in the hospitality industry and they welcome you with homemade bakeries and drinks. It is just such a perfect place to a relaxed and peaceful stay with easy access to the beach and everything in town!