Swim-up Rooms & Private Pools in Southern Province

The location and amenities were excellent. The private pool facing the sea beach felt amazing.

Stunning hotel and views across the ocean! Our suite was lovely and the private pool very convenient (although a bit cool!) very quick r500 tuk tuk ride into the fort area. Recommended!

We had a lovely recent visit to Le Grand Galle. The hotel was very quiet as it was off season. They were kind enough to upgrade us to a room with a plunge pool. Fabulous! We loved that it was close to town so we could walk to the Fort (even at night). Overall, the hotel is still growing up as it is only a year or two old but the rooms are amazing and the staff is very friendly. We look forward to visiting them again in future.

Such a perfect choice for any celebration or a relaxing vacation with your family and loved ones. Le Grand in Galle offers that perfect blend of elegance and serenity.The cozy ambience, luxurious touches, and the charm of the plunge pool was mesmerising and made our experience unforgettable. Specially the iconic locating facing the galle dutch fort and the sea. Thank you Navoda(RDM),Sajani(Reservations) and the entire team of Le grand for the room arrangements specially made for my birthday (bed deco,cake,fruit basket etc)

This property really blew us away, location is literally at the end of the city overlooking the sea and with Galle fort right next to it. The pool and gardens overlook the sea and fort, just lovely. We booked the private pool suite and honestly it was one of the biggest rooms my wife and I have ever stayed in. The washroom alone was as big as many normal hotel rooms. Features in the room, overall comfort was top class. The staff exceptional and super attentive. We literally loved every meal we ate there and that includes the initial day room service which we had to wolf down to catch an evening tour group into Galle fort. We made sure to spend time in the lovely pool every day we were there and ended up having either lunch or dinner at the hotel everyday. This type of room opens into a private garden that overlooks the sea, just beautiful every morning to wake up to it and have your morning coffee or tea.

Beautiful villa with a private pool. Also had access to the public pool and beach area which were also lovely (technically public but very secluded). Food was very nice and the staff were very friendly and helpful - had a lovely stay!

The place is like a dream We took the room with the private pool, it was beautiful and private The massages were great U will get a private beach because it is so isolated The staff is amazing and the owner is a great person Already want to return to another vacation there

This hotel was just perfect. We had a room with private pool which made the stay even more special. Short stroll to the beach. Beautiful food and very calm relaxing atmosphere. Staff was excellent and the last night we were treated with a beautiful romantic dinner by the beach. Absolutely amazing.

Really lovely staff, super relaxing, the beach is technically public but we never saw anyone not from the hotel. Lovely massages and daily yoga class. The villa was spacious and had a lovely private pool. Highly recommend.

We had the Romantic villa with the private pool and it was incredibly peaceful. We had yoga in the morning and that was amazing. We wished to stay longer.

The entire team is super friendly and accommodating. Service and check-in was quick and the restaurant team were attentive and quick. A great boutique hotel and definitely staying again in the penthouse with private pool.

The boutique hotel was very chic and modern. Very clean and nice sun beds and pool. The staff was extremely nice and made sure all of our needs were addressed. The hotel room was very clean and beautiful. The suite with the private pool was one of the best rooms I have stayed in and had very modern interior design. The room was spotless and spacious and we all had a lot of space. The communication prior to arrival was very good via email as I wanted to get a car service to pick us up from the airport. Would definitely recommend this boutique hotel.

we stayed in the triple O Six suite and it was the most incredible room I have every stayed in. Absolutely huge, sea view, lovely private pool and very modern and clean. Staff were helpful and friendly and the location was great- walking distance to a few restaurants and right across the road from Coconut tree hill view point where you can watch the sunset

We stayed at a room with a private pool and it was FANTASTIC!!!! Worth the money! It had such a beautiful view, so specious, modern and comfortable! Loved every detail! The breakfast was super tasty! The staff is super polite, and an expecetional customer service was provided. This hotel exceeds all my expectations - highly recommended!!!

Such a lovely hotel with the nicest staff. We stayed for 4 nights and was the perfect end to our Sri Lanka trip! our room was so clean with an amazing bathroom with rain shower. The balcony overlooking the pool was great. The hotel being new means the facilities are in excellent condition. The restaurant was nice and air conditioned, with the breakfast buffet having a range of western and asian options. Being vegetarian, there wasn't a lot on the menu for us, but the chef happily adapted dishes to suit our needs. There wasn't a bar at the time of our visit but this was coming in the next few days we were told as the licensing was coming through being such a brand new hotel. The pool was such a great addition to our stay, able to cool of after a sweltering day whale watching. The hotel were happy to arrange any excursions that we wanted including whale watching and the spas.

This is a lovely resort with a private beach. All the staff were very friendly and welcoming. The food was all delicious and lots of choice across the three restaurants. The pool villa room we had was amazing with our own private pool. It was really quiet and lovely to sit and relax. Our villa host Yohan was really friendly and helpful, we could WhatsApp him any requests and he would sort them very promptly, and he would pick us up in the electric tuk tuk to transport us around the resort. There is a lovely main pool area and you can access the hotel’s beach easily which has lovely views, although the sea was too rough to swim in. Nice complimentary activities like yoga. The spa is very nicely done with a relaxing atmosphere, although more expensive than other treatments at other Sri Lanka hotels. The resort is well designed and there is wildlife easily seen around the resort like peacocks and monkeys.

Me and my wife visited Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort for a much-needed break, and it truly exceeded all our expectations. From the moment we arrived, the warm welcome and peaceful surroundings instantly made us feel relaxed and taken care of. The location is absolutely stunning – nestled between coconut palms and the ocean, it feels like a hidden paradise. We stayed in a Garden pool villa, and it was absolutely perfect – spacious, private, and surrounded by lush greenery. Waking up to birdsong, enjoying coffee by our private pool, and feeling completely disconnected from the outside world was exactly what we needed.. The staff were amazing – friendly, attentive, and always happy to help. They made us feel special every step of the way. We also loved the food. Whether it was the breakfast buffet at Journeys, Italian at Il Mare, or authentic Asian cuisine at Verala, specially the authentic Thai dishes made by Chef Punn. Overall, Anantara Tangalle gave us everything we were looking for – peace, privacy, romance, and a real sense of luxury. It was the perfect place to reconnect, and we left feeling refreshed and full of beautiful memories. We’d recommend it to any couple looking for something truly special.

On the plus side : upgraded to a villa with plunge pool. Massive amount of space. Tastefully decorated. Huge bed. Shower was great - lots of hot water and pressure. Massive resort that needs transport to get around, very efficient with the transport service. Staff very polite. Fabulous views from the Italian restaurant - would recommend it for sundowners. On the negative side: massive resort that has no soul. No privacy within the villa at all- anyone can see in at any stage to almost all parts (with the exception of the toilet) of the villa while passing - requires blinds to be drawn which detracts from the experience. Not a great deal on offer for Sri Lankan food, got told that the Sri Lankan themed night was the night before. At the poolside they had one choice which was not vegetarian but discussion resulted in yes veg was possible. Took a seat made our order for vegetarian curry to be told no there was only beef curry available . Got that sorted. Dinner at the Japanese restaurant as it had a selection of Sri Lankan dishes (!!) - worst Kotthu in 3 weeks of travelling - waaay too salty. Could not eat it . Did not get charged for it . Did have a discussion with chef who tasted and agreed. Also in organizing onward transport - a ridiculous price Quoted for hotel transport. Did get an outside tuktuk eventually sorted at more reasonable money.

As soon as we entered the resort area we knew we did the right choice booking this resort. This is a new resort which has been opened two years ago. The ground and the landscaping were perfect. It’s directly on the beach and at the same time you can enjoy the wild life of Sri Lanka. Peacocks, squirrels, different kind of birds, plantation, rice fields, tree house... A group of singers started to sing welcoming us as soon as we entered the open lobby. Then a fresh coconut juice was served. The check in was quick and a personal employee accompanied each of us to the rooms. My room was an ocean view room #313...So beautifully designed and spacious. The bathroom is amazing and well designed. The breakfast was included with the room and you can enjoy a wide selection of food even Indian and Middle Eastern food. We tried all the restaurants at the hotel and the food was tasty. We also tried a set menu dinner with a show. There are 2 pools and a jacuzzi on the pool area. There are many villas with private pools too. A special thanks to Mr. Ravi for his hospitality...He took me for a hotel tour and offered a free boat ride...We planted a coconut tree at the hotel too. He was so friendly and helpful. For sure I will stay here next time I visit Tangalle. Thank you Anantara for making my 1st visit to Sri Lanka an unforgettable experience.

We could not be more thrilled with our experience at Anantara Peace Haven. The whole experience was flawless from before check-in to after check-out. FOOD: The breakfast was exceptional, with a huge range of options that were all delicious. COMFORT: The rooms are large and extremely comfortable. We had everything we needed. The view was beautiful and the bathroom clean and spacious. ACTIVITIES: The complimentary activities, including yoga, was very much appreciated. POOL/BEACH: Both pools are comfor1table and the nearby beach is excellent for a day relaxing - unfortunately, you cannot swim in this beach due to dangerous currents and waves, however, there are plenty of nearby beaches safe for swimming. CUSTOMER SERVICE: The professionalism and care of the staff is second to none. We had an exceptional experience delivered by all staff on site, including the housekeeping, check-in staff, restaurant service as well as pool/beach guards. We would like to give a very special mention to Yashani de Alwis who truly ent above and beyond to make sure we had the perfect stay. The personal concierge service is unique and was deeply appreciated. Overall, this place far exceeded our expectations.

I like the staff, it was excelent, I like room, I liked very much room location at 1st floor really next to the pool. Very convinienent. Its very nice for pool and ocean too. I van sugest ghis hotel for 110 percent.

First of all thank you for the upgrade to deluxe room and specially sara, chathuri very good and friendly. food delicious and room specious hotel in front of the beach staff friendly. pool very long and pool bar okay thank you

Overall very pleasant stay. Staff specially sara, chathu, susanthi was very helpfull. Nice large pool area with kids pool.food was delicious and would like to visit again

Fantastic location on the beach, ask for a ground floor sea facing room, french windows open out to pool area and pool overlooks the beach - stunning. Breakfast buffet had a mix of foods, do try the curry and rice option. Fabulous beach side restuarants within minutes from the hotel (along the beach)

Had a great experience at Pandanus Beach Resort. Everything: location, room, restaurant, view, pool, beach was absolutely delightful! Hotel Staff members were friendly and very helpful. Everything was immaculate, clean and tidy. Pleasant surprise was an invitation to cocktail party by the Hotel management, where we had amazing time communicating with other guests and having delicious drinks. Left with lots of amazing memories staring with early morning walks on the beach, relaxing time on sunbed and warm waves of the ocean, dinners with delicious food and life music…. If I ever return to Sri Lanka, the Pandanus Beach Resort is the Hotel I am definitely going to stay!

The room was very comfortable. The look and feel the ambiance was excellent. They had a big pool which was clean and maintained. Also the plunge pool a winner for the kids.

Friendly, smiling staff. Good breakfast and dining options with great tasting food. Comfortable bed and well equipped room with attached toilet with tub and a small plunge pool. The surrounding is clean and comfortable. Very appreciative of the free upgrade on one of our rooms.

We had a wonderful and amazing one-night full board stay at Sheraton Turtle Beach Resort Kosgoda! We reserved a garden-view room with a plunge pool, which was private, relaxing, and perfect. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed, and the service throughout our stay was remarkable. Specially thanks to the reception staff, Dilshan and the entire team were courteous, professional, and always ready to assist with genuine care. The service was excellent.

I have stayed in this area 8 times in various hotels and this is definitely the BEST food! I was really impressed with both the buffet and room service in terms of quality and range, especially the egg free breakfasts and labelling on menus. The vegetable lasagne on room service is incredible, highly recommend. Room is clean and plunge pool immaculate, no complaints at all.

We had a wonderful stay at Sheraton Kosgoda! Loved the overall experience, especially the plunge pool attached to our room, which made our stay extra special The food was absolutely delicious, and the staff were very attentive, always checking in to make sure we were comfortable Truly a memorable and relaxing stay Highly recommended! 🌴✨

The uniqueness is the beautiful location and the spacious comfortable rooms with very clean toilet. The private pool to indulge. The food is very good and yummy. The staff is very obliging & friendly. It’s my second visit. So close to the highway entrance and so many other places to visit.

The property is a haven in Unawatuna! Situated on the beach, our beach suite had everything we could have asked for: Direct access to the private beach, jacuzzi, loungers and a private pool. The staff were amazing and Lalith and his team at La mer restaurant made our stay memorable!

The room set up with private pool and private beach access

Amazing hotel ...we had the room with the private pool which was perfect.... The food was great but above all the staff were fabulous... Cocobays biggest asset is indeed their staff who are always smiling always helpful and treat you like VIPs. Can't wait to return . Thankyou Cocobay.

Spacious room with a great private pool and view of the sea

Surroundings, interior and staff were absolutely amazing. Stayed in two different rooms, as the first had a problem with the toilet. Was therefore upgraded to a stunning suite with private pool. The perfect stay to relax and recharge - would highly recommend.

The property is serene and rooms are beautiful. Food was fantastic and staff was very friendly. My wife got a massage and the therapist was very good. We booked the private pool room which was perfect for couples.

We were lucky enough to stay in the brand new private Villas and we couldn’t fault our stay! The staff were all lovely and the Villa was beautiful, the private pool was a bonus luxury but we also visited the main pool a couple of times for some sun! We also ate at the restaurant a few times and loved every meal, highly recommend this resort.

We were recommended this hotel by friends who had stayed last year and it did not disappoint! All the staff were welcoming, helpful, smiley and very friendly. We were lucky enough to upgrade to two of the beautiful one bedrooms with private pool, btw the shower and shampoo provided are lush! Breakfast is cook to order and delicious, as were all the meals cooked by Tom the chef. Annabel was so helpful and recommended an excellent Surf school for beginners and a tour guide come tuk tuk & airport taxi all in one. I highly recommend staying at Panta Rei

We stayed for our honeymoon and my husband’s birthday and it had been a wonderful stay. We had a private pool villa and we had so much privacy that we loved. The staff are super friendly and very accommodating and attentive to all requests. The food is super delicious. My husband could not stop speaking and wanting the burger and I had always had a craving for the delicious banana cake. Loved how the breakfast is until 12:00 and that we did not have to rush to have breakfast. The place is near to the Instagram able places and easily can be accessed to the main areas which we loved and explored. Special thanks to the lovely Annabel and yam for decorating our room for my husband’s birthday. And our favorite lucky and esila who were so sweet we always looked for them.

The loveliest stay at The Harding Boutique Hotel! We only had one night to spend in Ahangama and we're just so glad that we chose this hotel to spend it at. The staff were so friendly and made us feel so welcome on arrival, the room was just beautiful - super clean, beautifully decorated and had the most incredible view. They kindly upgraded us on arrival and we were so grateful as the room was just beautiful. I also have to mention the toiletries in the bathroom are all Grown Alchemist which felt like a total luxury after weeks of using basic soap. The breakfast was incredible (we both decided it was the best of our whole trip) and the whole vibe was just perfect. We didn't get a chance to use the pool but it's the perfect plunge pool and it's literally a two minute walk from the beach. The location is also ideal, just a few minutes from the row of restaurants and bars and it still felt like a bustling town not a tourist hot spot. Our only regret was that we didn't stay longer! We'll be back!

beautiful property that looked like the pictures. very fresh modern with nice finishings (glasses, towels etc) no expense spared in making it comfortable. it is really small but never seemed too busy by pool (which we worried about initially as the pool is very small) but people seemed to roam in and out as it’s in a good location to beach bars and restaurants. staff were really lovely and accommodating. has a nice rooftop bar and everything we ate was great from breakfast to dinner

The staff is just outstanding! Everybody is very friendly, thought- and helpful. The fact that the house only accommodates 6 rooms gives a very exclusive feeling and so it also doesn’t really matter, that the pool is a bit small - but the beach (aka the big pool) is just a few steps away. We really loved to stay 5 nights there in total and definitely recommend a visit!

Overall a great place to stay! The staff are extremely helpful and friendly. The view overlooks Ahangama beach. The pool is slightly small but serves the purpose of being a chill pool. There is direct access to the beach from the property. Their breakfast menu is good too. Overall I had a fabulous stay!

Beautiful boutique hotel. Location is perfect, walking distance to all the shops and restaurants. The hotel is very aesthetically pleasing. We had a room in the adjacent building. It was compact, on ground level without a view or balcony (you get what you pay for and the price was reflective of not having these extras), but it was all we really needed and the bed and pillows were soooo comfortable! Shower was huge and the air con worked great. The hotel is situated down a side road off the main road, so we had no issues with noise and security was present day/ night. Breakfast is also worth a mention - a large selection to choose from and absolutely delicious. The pool is small, but so is the hotel, so often you have it to yourself. Loved that this hotel was ‘adult only,’ as it made the experience very peaceful. The staff were also very lovely and attentive. A couple hotel dogs onsite which was an absolute bonus for us. We loved seeing that these dogs were cared for, allowed to lounge around the hotel in the shade and cash in on some of our brekkys!

A unique place, Fantastic, smiling and friendly staff, with whom you can easily contact. Pool was small but clean. The hotel itself in an ideal location - supposedly close to the beach (just across the road ) We tried pizza at the restaurant and it was the best pizza we had from a long time. A must try if you are in Tangalle. The room itself is sensational - a great terrace with a view, comfortable beds, fresh linen and towels and everything that will ensure a comfortable stay. There is a big balconyfor each room. - I recommend this place in Tangalle. We will definitely be back!

Lovely complex with a cute small pool. The place is very calming and silent, and by crossing the road you are at a lovely calm bay. The room went beyond our expectations. It a fridge, a boiler, good ac and ceiling fan. The bed was extra comfortable. The staff was just soo kind and friendly. The boy who speaks english has the most infectious smile!

Good location walking distance from Tangalle, and with a nice beach just in front of the hotel. We enjoyed the swimming pool even though we had some rainy days. Our host gave us advices on where to go and on our transports for our next steps. Good recommendation thank you

Huge spacious rooms with heaps of storage including a safe. The bed and pillows were so comfortable. Lovely big clean and fresh bathroom/shower. The pool was perfect with sun beds to loll on. Breakfast was beautiful and generous. The balconies offered a beautiful sea view and breezes.

Great staff, great pool, nice beach across the road, a few decent restaurants nearby

We had booked the hotel as soon as we saw the display picture of the hotel as we were blown away. The hotel didn’t let us down from its visuals. It was a lovely stay with various facilities. Loved the dinner and breakfast buffet. The food waa very good. The staff were very fast to their service despite the business. Loved the pool and the dedication of the pool staff to keep it clean and well mainted.

Beautiful large hotel with great pools and rooms. Spotlessly clean and nothing too much trouble for the staff. Special mention to the pool lifeguard who came to let us know that turtles were feeding at the beach. Very special moment!

Great rooms the photos don’t do it justice such a great view of the ocean and the pool near with the pool cafe is perfect the sunsets right there

This hotel stands out for its architectural elegance and thoughtful design. The welcome with king coconut water was a refreshing touch after arrival. The rooms are spacious, well-furnished, and equipped with excellent amenities. Its commitment to sustainability is impressive—arguably one of the best I've seen. I stayed in a sea view room, which was fantastic. It was just after the full moon—clouds moved across the sky, occasionally letting moonlight shine through. The atmosphere was serene, and I deeply enjoyed the solitude. There are two swimming pools: one ideal for families, and another 25-meter lap pool that I especially appreciated—something I’ve rarely seen in hotels. Swimming there while listening to the crashing waves and watching them break into white foam was a unique experience. The staff were warm and professional. Dinner and breakfast were both sumptuous and very well arranged, offering a wide variety. Overall, this was a memorable stay—one of the best in recent years. I definitely plan to return for a longer visit.

Stunning beachfront property in Galle, our room was in the luxury spa wing which is right next to the beach. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and our 2 kids had a wonderful time collecting shells, playing in the pools. The beach isn’t the best for swimming (unlike Hikkaduwa or similar beaches) but good enough for a quick dip or for simply relaxing. We were lucky to spot turtles every single day we were there! Rooms were spacious and brightly coloured doors / windows was a refreshing sight. The food buffets had the usual good spread but hopper counter can have a queue in the morning. Pizzas at Lorenzo were wood fried and we enjoyed it. Overall, we had a wonderful time here and would definitely plan to come back in future.

best property we’ve ever stayed in. all of the following were world class- service, food quantity and quality, location, pool, access to the beach. most of all a bit shout out to the staff and the ability to customize for our sake as we had 2 small kids.

The staff were fantastic, so accommodating and helpful. They were very friendly and great with our kids. The food was outstanding as well. We stayed in the two bedroom villa with private pool and it was so lovely.

Pool 2 bedroom villa... amazing pool and views full of nature.. view to the beach is just out of this world... food was served in room and was good taste.. rooms are clean...

An oasis of beauty and tranquility. Just eight rooms, more like a home than a hotel. Such peaceful views across the lawn onto the beach through ancient trees. It’s on a very rare patch of Sri Lankan beach with no other hotels or restaurants, just the local fishermen. It’s a magical stretch of beach with hardly any tourists on it. The powerful waves means its not ideal for swimming. But if you walk around the corner 15 min away there is a calmer huge beach, but much more crowded and built up . I did have a quick dip every day, but better to swim around the corner . On the way is a rock jacuzzi pool perfect for young kids, and very popular with the locals at the week end. I discovered it’s co owned/managed by a norwegian so the material standards are really high, beautiful local furniture, gorgeous interior decoration, sophisticated simplicity or is it Asian elegant ‘hygge’ ? The food is delicious, beautifully presented with a choice of local and international dishes, fairly priced as well. As a solo traveller it’s a real haven. The staff are particularly kind and attentive. The manager even called me at 22.00 when I wasn’t back to check all was ok.

We loved everything: the rooms were large and with beautiful design, everything super clean; very confortable bed. At one point we were the only guests (our group) since it is a small resort. The pool is amazing, food was perfect. It s best to preorder, so you don t wait. Try Tomato and Orange soup, my favorite, also shrimps, pasta, lamb.. they have a very good Chef. Staff is very friendly and helpful. The nearby Balapytia beach was so beautiful, we saw a wonderful sunset from the rocks. It was splendid to relax here after visiting the island. It was one if the 2 best hotels we stayed in Sri Lanka. Only 5 km to River Madu boat tour. 30-40 min to Hikkaduwa to see turtles.

Extremely well maintained. The whole area is always super clean. The staff is attentive to all your needs. It is in the Yala Buffer Zone and hence very quiet and calming. We had booked the room with a private pool and everything was like a fairytale. Kid friendly as well.

We loved this little paradise in the middle of the jungle! Our house with outside bathroom and private pool was like a dream and the staff was extremely kind and helpfull. Also really enjoyed the welcome dance, jungle tour. Thank you so much for everything!

The ‘hut’ was fabulous, it was huge and beautifully furnished. Outside, we had a lovely private plunge pool and several seating areas. The whole resort is beautiful. The staff were amazing - so welcoming and knowledgeable. Food was excellent too. Would highly recommend.

Wonderful place to stay. The moon drive and full day safari were excellent. Great food and lovely staff. Outdoor shower and plunge pool were very nice and we weren't bothered by any insects in room.

The location and the staff were wonderful. The rustic camp was well cared for and the plunge pool helped with the heat of the day. The arrangements for the Safari were professionally done and the Safari itself was good. The entertainment was an unexpected bonus.

Absolutely incredible place! Tent was nice and clean with a small private pool. The staff was so kind and helpful and the breakfast and dinner was the best we have had in Sri Lanka. A great experience!

The bush lodge was spectacular and inclusion of the plunge pool was great. Safari they put on was really good, best surprise was the breakfast in the treehouses. Don’t miss it

Amazing experience staying in very swanky tents in the forest, with our own plunge pool, and very cool experience eating breakfast in the tree tops! Hotel organised safari from the property, which was a great experience.

Beautiful location in Yala close to the National Park. We had the villa with a private pool and felt like we were the only ones there as it was nestled in a corner of the property surrounded by nature. The pool after a safari was perfect 👌 Staff were very accommodating and helpful. Breakfast in the treetop on our last morning was amazing. Very cute dogo as well!

We had such an amazing trip at Tribe. We were kindly upgraded to one of their nicest rooms, very secluded and a beautiful private pool. The food was great and we never ate in the same place twice. Dinner by the bonfire, a private dinner for two under candlelight, lunch by the river on the safari and a canopy breakfast with the birds! The staff there really went above and beyond. Our safari was great, and we were lucky to see the first black leopard at Yala ever recorded. Our guide took some great photos of the wildlife we saw and emailed them to us after. All in all, would highly recommend.

Beautiful hotel set in nature overlooking the lake. Stunning room with own plunge pool. Communal pool beautiful as well with amazing views. We were able to order room service to the room. Thoughtful and helpful staff - staff surprised me with a cake on my birthday. Nice restaurant and breakfast.

The location over the lake is beautiful and the whole environment is extremely tranquil - a great place for a quiet, relaxing stay. Service was always very personal and came with a smile. We stayed in the sunset villa with a plunge pool. Recently built, they're spacious and the design, decor and finish on them is amazing. The view of the lake and sunset is somewhat obstructed by the foliage but on the flip side this creates a very private and secluded feel. Presumably the upper level sunset villas have a better view but I don't think these have a plunge pool(?).

We booked the suite with private pool. Everything in the hotel is perfect. The room is completely independent from the hotel, it has amazing views of the lake and the privacy is unique. Very comfortable room, bed, shower, balcony. The service of the hotel is excellent and they take care of everything. Breakfast is fabulous, and the lunch/dinner menu is outstanding (the chef is top, totally unexpected). We had one of our most valued experience in this hotel, and we had an amazing service with Dilshan and Chanukah (they provided us an excellent professional service)

Luxury in the heart of a rain forest, from privacy to the sounds of nature, it was beyond exotic. The staff is very welcoming and the GM made sure that our stay went perfectly well. We had booked the family villa since we were 5 people and wanted to stay in close proximity. The 2 rooms are not interconnected but have a private pool in the middle and both rooms are lake facing. You are truly immersed in nature with the sound of afternoon showers, peacocks echoing their calls all day, chirping birds in the morning, bhuddist prayer chants in the distance and innumerous crickets at night. You can hear a few monkeys too but we dint see any at the property. The infinity pool is magic with a beautiful deck and bar. The views are so scenic with the beautiful rainforest lake in sight and reflections of the sun gleaming throughout the day. The sunrise is breathtaking from this deck, although if you have a lake facing room, then you can enjoy the sunrise from there too. Enjoy viewing an uninterrupted view of the stars in a clear night sky. Food was well curated and breakfast was excellent. The approach might feel like a little adventure but it's a part of heading into the rainforest. We had a memorable experience at Tri by Amaya and look forward to returning soon!

Having stayed at multiple resorts & hotels across Sri Lanka over a period of one and a half weeks, Tri by Amaya takes the win for the best stay overall for my wife and I. We happened to celebrate our Anniversary at Tri. General Manger Dinesh, Manager Harsha and Chef Camil helped plan out the day with multiple couple’s activities which included a couple’s spa, a 1.5 hour boat ride in the lake with drinks and refreshments, and a lavish dinner with off the menu vegetarian items along with a cake prepared by Chef Camil himself, all of which made the wifey super happy. We spent the rest of our time at the lake facing villa with a plunge pool, with full height windows, and a running balcony facing the lake with seating, which was absolutely perfect to say the least. An attempt to extend our stay by a day and skip 1 night in Colombo failed unfortunately as the Villa was already booked by other guests. All in all, felt pretty lucky and happy that Tri happened at the very end of our Sri Lanka trip, as it turned out to be an absolute banger, thanks to Dinesh and the entire team of service staff.

We had a great 4 night stay at Ahu Bay. It was nice that Nilanga messaged ahead to discuss arrival time. Having a room right on the beach was a real treat and the private pool was kept spotless by the team. The team couldn’t do more for us during our stay, making adjustments to cocktails to suit ours tastes. We ate at hotel twice and both times really enjoyed the dishes we tried, it’s clear there’s a talented chef in the kitchen!

The property is very clean and has an amazing view. The private pool was clean and the water temperature perfect. The villa was well organised and clean and staff ensured attention to detail. Friendly and helpful staff members who are always ready to support. The Chef was amazing he customized our dinner as per our requests. Thank you so much and we will come again.

We absolutely loved the food! The chef is incredible and we had 3 x melas a day at the restaurant there. Each outdoing each other. I also loved the beach. I was worried about strong surf. But the little bay was perfection. I am a strong swimmer and feel comfortable in the surf, but this was super fun, playful and OMG Warm! We had the pool one bedroom with the pool on the beach. What a dream. An absolutely wonderful way to finish our honeymoon. Noting that we planned to and did stay here in the whole time, not leaving (why would you) so 2 x nights was pretty great here.

Nice hotel, but feels a little unfinished. The food was great, as well as service. The bay is pretty but the beach is small and waves are too strong for swimming most of the time. The suite with a pool doesn't feel as private as I imagined looking at the pictures. The pool is visible from the public beach and the rooms upstairs.

Ahu Bay was the perfect place to spend the final two nights of our trip around the island. The hotel occupies a beautiful position between two picturesque Sandy coves. The design of the property was stunning and our room was luxurious and comfortable (especially loved the half open air sitting area of our pool villa). The views from the restaurant overlooking the infinity pool and beach beyond are postcard perfect. Staff here do everything possible to make your stay wonderful and the food was delicious! The highlight was a candlelit dinner on the beach to celebrate my husband’s birthday. We would come back again without hesitation!