The Foundation of Goodness offers clean and comfortable accommodation within the Seenigama village. The accommodation ranges from A/C double rooms to dormitory style cottages, close to the Dive Centre. Traditional rice and curries and light snacks are prepared by village cooks. The nearby holiday town of Hikkaduwa has beachside cafes, restaurants and hotels. Alcohol is not permitted on Foundation of Goodness premises at Seenigama.
Lahiru Villa
The Foundation has a restored villa to accommodate divers – it is located right in the heart of the village; a part of the MCC Centre of Excellence. There are five comfortable A/C double bedrooms with attached toilets. The rooms are furnished with twin beds fitted with mosquito netting. Rooms open out to a central swimming pool, living and dining area. There is cable TV and wi-fi internet facility in the living room.
Rates: Individual rooms on bed and breakfast (B&B) basis per person, per day. Lunch and dinner cooked on request by expert local cooks.
Short stays:
US$ 45 for a double
US$ 35 for a single
Stays over two weeks :
US$ 40 for a double
US$ 30 for a single
Seenigama Sports Academy
Larger groups or those on a budget can also can opt to stay in dormirtory accommodation at the Sports Academy. Two separate houses overlook the Seenigama Oval. Each house has three bedrooms furnished with bunk beds. Up to 10 guests can be accommodated in each house. The rooms are fitted with fans and have a block of toilets which includes showers. Each house has a living, dining area and kitchen. Divers are welcome to use the sports facilities at the Academy including the 25-metre swimming pool.
Rates: Dormitory style/ shared rooms – per person, per day
Room Only
Less than two weeks: US$ 15
From two weeks to a month: US$ 10
Over a month: US$ 7.50
Room with Breakfast ( B&B )
Less than two weeks: US$ 20
From two weeks to a month: US$ 15
Over a month: US$ 12.50