Good budget friendly option. Contact with the manager via WhatsApp and call in good English, the super friendly caretaking lady spoke enough to understand each other. Everything is a bit makeshift and rustic, the road to the property is not asphalted but the cabana offers everything you’d need for a short stay. The beach and plenty of nice restaurant options are close by, the beach is also quite nice, apparently we had luck and the sea was calm enough for a swim. Recommended for a short stay on a budget!

Stayed in March 2025

Location close to the beach! Functional and nice cabanas! Good communication wish owner.

Stayed in March 2025

Me and my friend loved our stay at Silaa Cabana. From the moment we walked on the property, we did not want to leave anymore. The Cabana's are super sweet and Neville (the owner) is very attentive. We would definitely recommend to stay there in Trinco!

Stayed in February 2025

The mattress was to soft. Other guests left the gate open. Close the gate behind you otherwise you will be bothered by stray dogs.

Very nice little cabana. With airco, Nice bathroom and outside seating area. Nice little garden. The owner was not there but we good contact by what’s app. Every question was swiftly answered. Location is very central and also quiet.

Stayed in February 2025

Very cool place, the cabanas are very well equipped with aircon, kettle, fridge and hot showers. They have plenty of room and proper mattresses with quality sheets etc so very comfortable and outside each one is a seating area. They are located a few hundred metres from the beach in a very interesting area. Half the properties are similar holiday based and the others are residential giving it a true Sri Lankan vibe. The town was very quiet during of visit as it the off season (peak is April-Oct) so many hotels and restaurants are closed but there are sufficient open to enjoy.

Stayed in January 2025

unique accomodation, clean and located in a good location

Stayed in January 2025

Very friendly host family. The rooms were very comfortable and spacious. The Cabana was clean, well presented and had really comfortable, relaxed feel. They serve great coffee. I would highly recommend Silaa Cabanas

Stayed in October 2024

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Everything! Cabanas are beautiful, clean and well equipped. The host is very kind and helpful. Arranged a trip to Pigeon Island for us at a good price.

Stayed in October 2024

Pickme drivers had difficulty finding the property. The cabanas are constructed from poor quality timber planks resulting in a significant gap at the bottom of my cabana door due to warped timber. Water heater not working - not a serious problem with 30+ temperatures. The owner said he would get it fixed.

The owner was very friendly and helpful. Good aircon and WiFi Spacious room and bathroom. Refrigerator Mosquito net

Stayed in August 2024

The cabana is very close to the beach, clean and there is everything you need. The staff is super helpful and friendly.

Stayed in August 2024

Silaa Cabana is just as gorgeous as the photos! Our cabana came equipped with air con, mosquito nets, a mini fridge and a super comfy king size bed. Neville and his team were really accommodating and also make great banana pancakes! They’re only a 2 minute walk from the beach and an exciting hub of cafes, bars and restaurants so really convenient. I highly recommend staying here if you’re visiting Trinco.

Stayed in July 2024

There are some neighborhood dogs, who were quite loud during the night. But nothing a few ear plugs could not fix :)

Neville was super helpful. He was very flexible, easy to reach and supported with any question we had. He also arranged a trip to Pigeon Island for us on a very affordable price.

Stayed in July 2024

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I booked the Silaa Cabana for one day at the last minute with my five-years old daughter But finally we spent 4 days here. Silani and Neville are very friendly and always there for your every need. Very nice and very clean cabana. Don't forget to taste the banana pancakes that Silaa makes for breakfast. As well don't forget to try the chicken biriyani made by Silaa. The best place we stayed in Sri Lanka

Stayed in June 2024

Brand new wood Cabanas, only a few minutes to the beach. The place is very cozy, the rooms are modern and clean. Silaa and his team were super friendly. Thank you for hosting me and special thanks the tasty banana-pancake-breakfast!

Stayed in June 2024

The hosts Silaa and Neville are exceptional friendly people who will take care about all your needs. Try Silaa‘s banana pancakes. They are really yummie!

Stayed in June 2024

The hosts Silaa and Neville are exceptionally friendly people who will take care about all your needs. Silaa‘s banana pancakes are a must try! We would come back!

Stayed in June 2024

We arrived to Silaa Cabana and was greeted by Joshua who was always so friendly and helpful. The cabana was so tidy and clean and even better than the photos! We were recommended places to eat and drink and directed to the beach. I would highly recommend staying here it was so comfortable!

Stayed in June 2024

The perfect place in Trincomalee (Uppuveli)! Neville and his wife and Josuwa are the best hosts! They help you with everything and can recommend you the best restaurants and bars. It‘s a 2 minute walk to the beach! Caribean feeling there! The rooms are very clean and the A/C works perfectly! I wanted to stay just for one night but ended staying 3 nights! Thank you so much!

Stayed in June 2024

WiFi didn’t work but the man was very helpful in trying to get it fixed (calling company etc) Metal roof so was quite noisy (especially if it rained)

Very nice newly renovated cabana Hot water Very friendly owner Bakery tuk tuk came along the road in the morning Air con Close to the beach

Stayed in May 2024

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I booked the Silaa Cabana at the last minute close to midnight. It was past midnight when I got there, but Neville was waiting until I got there. The newly built Silaa Cabana resort is located 100m away from where the previous Silaa Cabana was located. The beach is 200m away. Although I booked this new cabana for one night, I ended up spending four days there. Cabanas are very cosy and comfortable as well as very clean. Everything here is built with love. Silaa's banana pancakes are very delicious. Very friendly and helpful host. I highly recommend this place.

Stayed in June 2024

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The setting and the lay out of Cabanas, the view you experience specially the view you get with the wooden pathway. Room size is good, the room & place is cozy and clean. The privacy and the hospitality of the owner. Also the delicious food.

Stayed in June 2024

What a wonderful experience! Sunny weather. Beautiful location. I was told that they were situated in a different location before, by the hosts , Slilani and Neville. They also knew a lot about the history of Nilaweli, and gave me such interesting facts about the location. This beautiful place is quite close to the beach, about 200metres away. I must say one of the most beautiful beaches, I've experienced, and the most beautiful patterned seashells and lots of it. If your looking for a quiet , tranquil holiday this is the place to be. Very generous breakfast and beautiful banana pancakes! My room was super comfortable especially the bed. There is a rustic feel to the decor. Which immediately transported me to another life! I will definitely tell everyone that they must go and stay at Sila cabanas. You will love it here. I wish Neville and Silani ,the best of the best, as they have made my stay here extra special!

Stayed in June 2024

Very comfortable and cute cabanas, super comfortable. The hosts were very attentive, and obliging.I understand that they were in a different location before. But the new location is absolutely splendid! The beach is only 2 minutes away.if your looking for blissful stay , this is the place to be. Oh and the breakfast is quite grand. Thank you Sila Cabanas for a lovely time! I will recommend this place!

Stayed in June 2024

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This is my 3rd stay at Silaa cabana, now they have moved to a near by new location very close to the beach. The new place is fully refurbished and brand new.The cabana architecture is an unique mixture of the nature and rustic style. Friendly staff and great hospitality from the owners as usual.We experienced a cozy and comfortable sleep thanks to the comfortable beds. This place is very clean and bathrooms is reasonably large (including good water pressure). I like to highlight the delicious breakfast from Silaa's kitchen at their clean and beautiful restaurant. I highly recommend this place to anyone.

Stayed in May 2024