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Ratnakara

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Dondra with free breakfast and spa services

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Outdoor pool
Superior Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated
Exterior
Executive Suite | 1 bedroom, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated
Exterior
Ratnakara offers a tranquil atmosphere with local cuisine for breakfast and rejuvenating spa services like massages and manicures. Relax in the garden and outdoor entertainment area. Practical amenities include free self-parking and charcoal grills.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Executive Suite | 1 bedroom, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Executive Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Washer/dryer
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 King Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Select Comfort bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Triple Room | 1 bedroom, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Comfort Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Select Comfort bed
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Twin Beds

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Luxury Double Room | 1 bedroom, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Luxury Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Select Comfort bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds

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Superior Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Superior Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Select Comfort bed
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Dondra, Ratnakara is near the beach. Dondra Lighthouse and Star Fort are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mirissa Beach and Devinuwara Beach.
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Wawwa Beach Road, Dondra, SP, 81170

What's nearby

  • Dondra Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Talalla Beach - 7 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Our Lady of Matara Shrine - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Polhena Beach - 17 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Mirissa Beach - 26 min drive - 13.0 miles

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Doctor's House - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Dutchman's Street - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Talalla Juices & Curry - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pods - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Meraki - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Ratnakara

Property highlights
You can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a free grocery shopping service, and a terrace at Ratnakara. Treat yourself to spa services, such as Ayurvedic treatments, a manicure/pedicure, or a deep-tissue massage. In addition to a garden and an outdoor entertainment area, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Charcoal grills, a water dispenser, and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance, outdoor furniture, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with soap
  • Wardrobes/closets, a personal chef, and ceiling fans

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Virtual front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • Communal living room
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Chef service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laundry detergent
  • Portable fan
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Ratnakara Dondra
Ratnakara Guesthouse
Ratnakara Guesthouse Dondra

Frequently asked questions

Does Ratnakara have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Ratnakara pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ratnakara?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ratnakara?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Ratnakara?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ratnakara located?

Situated near the beach, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Devinuwara Beach, Gandara Beach, and Noonnawella Beach. Dondra Lighthouse is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

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