Ratnakara

3.5 star property

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
Superior Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Partial Ocean View
Luxury Double Room
Books

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
The current price is AU$41
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May

Explore the area

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Wawwa Beach Road, Dondra, SP, 81170
  • Place, Devinuwara Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Noonnawella Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Gandara Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Comfort Triple Room, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Dondra

At Ratnakara you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Devinuwara Beach and Gandara Beach. Highlights at this guest house include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and sports massages along with Ayurvedic treatments and mani/pedis. For a drink, you can stop by the guest house's own lounge bar. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of airport pick-up service. .In proximity to this 3.5-property class Dondra guest house you'll find Mirissa Beach.

What's nearby

  • Devinuwara Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Noonnawella Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Gandara Beach - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Hiriketiya Beach - 20 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Mirissa Beach - 26 min drive - 20.9 km

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 35 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 155 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mutts - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Dutchman's Street - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Amba Sevana Indian Spice - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Ratnakara

Ratnakara offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Ratnakara. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Dondra guest house is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Towels for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Food/drink service (free)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Ratnakara offers 5 accommodations with washers/dryers and a ceiling fan. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Select Comfort mattresses. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. In-room massages, an iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room washing machine/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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Communal living room
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

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

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 10 for adults and from USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 100 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 3)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the guest house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Ratnakara Dondra
Ratnakara Guesthouse
Ratnakara Guesthouse Dondra

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ratnakara?

Ratnakara offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Ratnakara?

As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ratnakara on 16 May 2026 start from AU$41, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Ratnakara?

Yep, Ratnakara has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Ratnakara?

Yep, Ratnakara is a short 11-minute walk from Devinuwara Beach.

Is there a spa on site at Ratnakara?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like deep-tissue massages.

Does Ratnakara have a pool?

Ratnakara has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

What makes Ratnakara a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus comfy beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Ratnakara.

Does Ratnakara serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ratnakara?

No, but there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Ratnakara?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ratnakara?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ratnakara?

No, only service animals are allowed.

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