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Welcome to Pranayaketiya

Where the ocean hums, the coffee’s brewing, and the breeze carries the scent of spice. Friendships are made over shared meals, and yoga mornings melt into music-filled nights.

About

Our Story

A quiet idea in Hiriketiya that became a home


Sometimes life brings people together in the most unexpected ways. For us, it began when Dee, from the UK, booked a stay at a villa in Hiriketiya that Pasi was managing. What started as a chance meeting turned into something life changing. Dee was only meant to be here for six months, but four and a half years later, here we are, married, building a life together, and creating something truly special in the place Pasi calls home.

Pranaya started as a small and humble dream, a little hostel, a small clothing brand, and a coffee and cake café. It has grown organically, shaped by love, hard work, and the incredible support of our local community. Today, Pranaya has blossomed into something bigger. A new home for our café and restaurant is coming, with larger and more comfortable accommodation, a yoga shala, our surf school, and our own clothing brand.

We have also added Pranaya Villa, a private hideaway in the heart of the village, perfect for up to four guests who want peace and connection.

Stay at Pranaya

Whether you want your own private villa or a simple, friendly hostel stay, Pranaya has you covered. Both are just steps from Hiriketiya beach, each with its own vibe and always with our family spirit.

Cafe - Our Food Philosophy

We don’t follow trends. We start them. Thoughtful fusions, Sri Lankan soul.

Fusion with Soul

We take well‑loved Western dishes and infuse them with the bold flavors of Sri Lanka. Every plate is crafted with care. Thoughtful fusions that celebrate where we come from and the global influences that inspire us.

Why We Do It

We’re not just serving food. We’re building experiences. Each dish should feel familiar yet exciting, comforting yet adventurous. A true reflection of what Pranaya is all about.

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Yoga

Dee arranges classes that feel like a conversation with your body, steady and breath led, quietly energising. With years of practice and teaching yoga, she knows where you are and what you need: sunrise flows, mellow vinyasa, or deeply restorative sessions. Prefer a different style? Dee knows the best teachers and spaces in town, so every practice feels personal.

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Surf School

Dee arranges classes that feel like a conversation with your body, steady and breath led, quietly energising. With years of practice and teaching yoga, she knows where you are and what you need: sunrise flows, mellow vinyasa, or deeply restorative sessions. Prefer a different style? Dee knows the best teachers and spaces in town, so every practice feels personal.

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Wear the Island

Our own label blends the ease of island life with style that works anywhere in the world. We design, our aunty sews, and we breathe life into old sarees — transforming them into one-of-a-kind pieces instead of letting them go to waste. It’s our way of practicing circular fashion and making choices that are as ethical as they are beautiful.

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