Hotels with Swim-up Rooms in Tangalle

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.

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.

Truly heavenly. The location, the villa and the staff made our stay just perfect. The beach is pristine and set in a beautiful cove. It’s so peaceful with the perfect combination of sea, beach and mangroves. Really beautiful. We stayed in the Kurumba House and honestly I cannot compliment the staff enough. A particular call out to Donald who looked after us and made sure we wanted for nothing. Our privacy was respected and Donald shared his WhatsApp number so we could message when we wanted something. He made sure the villa was always perfect for us and when we wanted time on the beach that we were also looked after. All of the staff have a wonderful nature and were so welcoming. The main villa is beautiful and from what we could see all of the rooms were really lovely. They work on small number of rooms with lots of different living spaces so it feels boutique. Kurumba house was stunning. We loved the outdoor veranda and the private pool, which was a sublime temperature. Whilst we were at the beach for sunset, the house lights were put on and lots of candles made it a lovely welcome back. Meal times are always flexible around your time table so didn’t feel rushed to a schedule and we ate at the House with Donald looking after us and making sure whilst we ate, our bedroom got the turn down service. We were really sorry to leave. Thanks to all of the team. It was wonderful

Beautiful villa with comfortable rooms and an amazing bathroom! Direct beach access at a swimmable beach and lovely pool too. Breakfasts were tasty, we didn’t eat other meals at the property. One thing to note is food and beverage pricing isn’t all inclusive , taxes and service fees are added on top. staff were super friendly and couldn’t help enough.

To say this place is spectacular is an understatement. We booked for 2 days and extended for 2 more as we simply fell in love with it straight away. The property sits on a gorgeous quiet beach with blue water, rolling waves and lovely soft sand - you cannot believe that it feels like your own beach! Our room/s are decorated beautifully we no details spared - your privacy is guaranteed with only 8 rooms and discreetly partitioned if you want you own space. Meals are served on your own balcony whenever you need. The icing on the cake at Taru is the exceptional service - always generous, helpful and relaxed. We have been totally spoilt rotten for 4 days. Thank you so much to Mal, Rupa, Sanjeeva and the team for looking after us so well. We will be certain to return soon. If you are in the area and considering Taru - spoil yourself for a few days - you wont regret it!

My wife and I had an amazing stay for our honeymoon. The location is so peaceful, with the beach behind the hotel being so beautiful. The food prepared at the hotel was simply stunning! We had a daily set menu with choices, and the menu was great, food portions were generous and tasted amazing. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The only slight negative about this place is the wifi is very temperamental (not always a bad thing). It can feel a little sleepy through the day, but if you’re looking for undisturbed peacefulness, this place is perfect!

We had a fantastic stay at this property, it was very intimate and had a boutique feel. The beach was very quiet with very little people. Staff was great all around.

The villa is spectacular and although we did not meet the hosts they were very responsive to messages. The villa is big, comfortable, good shower and lovely swimming pool. Importantly, it is in an ideal location, the beach just 150 meters and about the same for a variety of shops. We are a couple but this would be an ideal place for a family as I'm sure children would happily spend all day in the pool (and then sleep very well at night 😉).

Charming villa with elegant decor and all the amenities needed. Convenient location for everything. Beaches, restaurants, supermarkets are within 5-10 minutes ride. The owner, Mr. Tharuka was very much responsive and helpful when we had a few issues with the kitchen. Nice clean pool was the highlight. The privacy issue of the pool and the garden has been fixed.

We were the first guests to stay at Thaprobana villa and we had a lovely time. We arrived very late due to an emergency but the owners were very accommodating and welcomed us with smiling faces even at 11 PM. The villa is newly built and has a simple yet elegant design. There's ample parking space outside and the villa is very private. The owners live close by and drop by in the morning to clean the villa. We didn't have any meals here but there's a small kitchen if you need to cook anything. As it was off-season, there weren't many restaurants open nearby but this wasn't an issue for us. The bathrooms are beautifully designed with a rain shower and the rooms are spacious. The pool is the best feature of the villa and we loved cooling off during the hot afternoon sun. The beach close to the villa is beautiful, however, it isn't suitable for swimming. There is a protected area for swimming close to the harbour (about a 10-minute walk), although it can get quite crowded on weekends.

Our stay at this villa was absolutely exceptional! The place is stunning – spacious, beautifully decorated, with a breathtaking view and a wonderful pool that was perfect for relaxing. The villa is well-equipped, spotless, and very well-maintained. The biggest highlight was the host – incredibly kind, helpful, welcoming, and attentive. Thanks to him, we truly felt at home. This place exceeded our expectations in every way. We would love to come back again! Highly recommended!

Absolutely fantastic. Great place to just chill by the pool, you can even barbecue on the grill! It is very close from the beach and from the shops, yet it is really calm place. The owner is very helpful and kind. You will definitely have a feeling of living in a luxury villa which is really affordable and not overpriced! I can definitely recommend the this place.

This place is an absolute paradise. We stayed at Kurumba House right on the beach with heaps of privacy, a private pool, and incredible service. We were looked after with such care by Donald and the Taru team. The food is incredible too!! Highly recommend doing a cooking class.

the property is beautiful. We had the room with plunge pool which I would strongly recommend as being the better of the rooms.

Great choice of breakfast and excellent service meals served on the terrace outside our villa . Perfect location overlooking the beach , quiet , clean spacious with our own private plunge pool . Wonderful staff !

A clean, beautiful house with a swimming pool. It is a pity that the pool can be used by all residents of the hotel, sometimes it was uncomfortable. The staff is very kind and helpful. The food in the restaurant is delicious.

The location was lovely with immediate access to the beach with colourful fishing boats . Lovely verandah and pool with chaise longues to sit facing the ocean. Nice verandah off our room also overlooking the pool and beach.

Service and accommodation were exceptional. We were upgraded to a beautiful villa with private pool. Walkable to beach and tons of activities including movie nights, happy hour, and delicious dinner at communal or private tables.

My second journey to Sri Lanka was now, March 2021, and I deliberately have chosen the UTMT as my second quarantine hotel. It was like three and half years ago: very pleasant, nice location, very good food, very good service and some amenities like a big, usable pool, afternoon tea and cakes/fruit, free phone calls, yoga lessons etc. The rooms are extremely interesting, with lots of detail, and with a small private pool. All together the premise is exceptional as are their prices; I could come more often if there wasn't the price ... I have to think twice ... what a pity.

This hotel provides a unique and exceptional Ayurvedic experience in a luxurious setting. Every detail is carefully considered to ensure a top-notch guest experience, from the warm airport welcome with fresh fruit to the nightly mosquito net setup and luxurious towels. The pool is stunning, and the spa is expertly managed. During our 8-night stay, I indulged in Ayurvedic treatments while my husband enjoyed his own activities. He appreciated the delicious food and coffee options. I had daily consultations with the doctor and relaxing massages, which left me feeling rejuvenated, healthy, and clear-minded. I am grateful to the dedicated staff at this outstanding resort for making our stay unforgettable.

We stayed for th three days and we wish we had stayed longer. This is a lovely resort style hotel on the beach, private swimming pools, and excellent restaurant and high quality ayeravedic spa and treatments. The rooms were spacious, the fittings fun and charming. Lots of coll additional service such as an inhouse tailor, free yoga and mediation lessons, and afternoon tea. he private hotel beach is clean and well guarded. The staff were excellent and we enjoyed everything about this stay. T

Design of rooms, SPA and pool is stylish and tasteful, but - above all - the friendliness and helpfulness of the entire staff must be mentioned; they made our stay unforgettable: Sachi from restaurant, Chalani from reception, the Chef with the wonderful Ayurvedic dishes & the SPA team

Great hotel a stones throw away from the beach, restaurants and bus station! We stayed in a non-pool room (which seemed to be the only one without a private pool) so we had the 'shared' pool to ourselves anyway. The rooms are clean and spacious and the bathroom is nice too.

The room was very clean and big! The private pool is perfect 😊 there’s also direct connection from the hotel to the beach. Check in and check out was smooth. Very kind staff. A little pricey as it doesn’t include breakfast, but definitely worth it for the pool!

We had apartment without private pool but the accommodation was still very good. Room was spacious, clean and with AC and mosquito net over bed. We used pool by the lobby and restaurant that was clean and big with spaces to comfortably sit. Staff was friendly and helpful.

Such a comfortable bed - maybe the comfiest one yet! Very friendly staff - unfortunately it rained the whole time we were here so we didn’t get use of the pool or go around much but I’d recommend to book a room with the private pool such good value for money. Short walk to the beach

The accommodation it's very nice, with a common pool, big rooms, outside shower, private pool. If you are searching for a luxurious place, this will satisfy your needs at a good price compared to other countries.

This resort is situated off the beaten track. It was just what we were looking for. The manager was friendly and did every to make our stay there enjoyable. Like any guest house or resort if you go when there are fewer guests please remember to order your food for the evening at breakfast before the chef goes to market.

Bungalovit jo parhaat päivänsä nähnyt, syrjäinen sijainti, rauhallinen paikka. Rannassa voimakas aallokko, Tangalle beachille 18 km.

I booked this place at short notice in between stays arranged by my travel agent, but would have made it our base for 3 days in Tangalle area, if I had known about it earlier. It is a beautifully furnished former private home, a true boutique hotel. Everything was of the best. There is a large pool, with a shallow area for young children. It is set in extensive gardens, growing mainly cinnamon, coconut and pepper; the garden makes a pleasant walk, with the opportunity to admire many peacocks. The lunch we were served on arrival, the dinner and breakfast were all outstanding, well prepared and presented, generous and very reasonably priced. Beds are comfortable with bedside tables and reading lights. There are a number of outdoor areas to sit. Prabath and his colleagues were very attentive to our comfort and he was able to tell us the history of the house. I had an excellent massage from a therapist who is on call; I understand that the hotel is building an Ayurvedic centre on the grounds, and there is already a separate cabana which has been used for yoga sessions. It would be an excellent place for either a romantic escape or a yoga/spa/ meditation retreat. Highly recommended and full marks to Prabath’s management.

Quiet and tranquil with beautiful grounds and pool. Only six rooms and the staff were unbelievably attentive

We were fortunate to have the whole place to ourselves. The room we had was the largest we had in our 3 weeks in Sri Lanka and it was lovely to unwind in the living area and have dinner around the big dining table. It’s a great place to relax as Tangalle is about 13km away but we got the local bus into Tangalle to visit the beach. Prabath and his team really work hard to make your stay enjoyable. The gardens and swimming pool are an oasis and a lovely place to chill out.

Lovely villa with beautiful bedrooms which we were lucky enough to have all to ourselves. Beautiful pool with good sun loungers and parasols. Attractive, well kept grounds. Not a touristy area, so not many options for eating out but the breakfast was large & delicious so kept you going until dinner when the chef prepared a wonderful evening meal. Prabath the Manager was lovely and very efficient.

The villa and surrounding grounds were lovely. There is a beautiful organic garden with paths to walk and lots of fruit trees. Every morning we were served fresh fruit juice with wonderful Sri Lankan or Western breakfast. We also ate dinner here almost every night with several different options that changed daily. The food was always delicious and the service from all the staff was excellent and attentive without being intrusive. The staff looked after booking us taxis and anything else we asked for. The suite we had was massive and had plenty of room with a lot of windows and doors that opened up into the beautiful gardens. We liked it so much we have booked another stay with them again. Thank you Prabath and the team for an amazing stay!

We stayed one week at Sam and Wills villa and loved every second. The communication before we arrived was excellent and Will would check in sporadically to see how we were through the stay. The house was perfect for our family of four with two teenage children, they loved having their own room and bathroom! The house was spotless and the AC in the rooms was a blessing. The pool was fantastic! Nice and cool and the perfect size. The villa is only 1 minute walk to the quiet beach, which we enjoyed boogy boarding every morning. We were there over New Year, so unfortunately not much was open but we did enjoy going to the Halcyon a few times. We could easily cook for ourselves, it was not hard to get to Food city in Tangalle, we also enjoyed the chef coming to the house and cooking for us a beautiful Sri Lankan meal one night. The location of the house is perfect and we could easily tuk tuk to Hiraketiya and we had a day trip to Bundala National Park. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Green House, the visiting birds, squirrels, peacocks and monkeys were a highlight! I could keep on with all the amazing features, but best you go and discover them for yourselves.

Wow what a fantastic villa and beautiful garden, located just a 2 minute walk to the stunning Mawella Beach. The villa is totally private with a lovely pool, exceptionally clean, well equipped and furnished. Each of the 3 bedrooms have large ensuite shower rooms, extremely comfortable beds and high quality bed linen. The kitchen has everything you need to self cater including an oven, hob, large fridge, washing machine and a drinking water appliance. Mawella Beach has a good selection of restaurants and bars. Thank you Will and Sam for an excellent 4 days.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Green House Mawella! Everything is made to make you forget about the outside madness. The villa is well equipped with everything you need. It is spacious and the pool is awesome and clean. The outside bathroom are clean and the solar hot water is definitely a plus. Having the sea just hundred meters away makes it a dream. Rasitha is managing the property very well and is a delight to communicate with.

We loved our stay at the green house! The location is perfect just a short stroll to the beach. The house was well equipped with lovely features and we loved the pool and the table tennis and boogie boards! The hosts are exceptionally helpful and the house keeper who came daily was so kind and friendly. We highly recommend this property.

The Green House Mawella was a perfect oasis for our rest after a busy week of traveling. Beautiful Mawella beach with many restaurants is only 30 seconds by walk with many good restaurants. All facilities were crystal clean and the swimming pool was the best.

The property is wonderful with a great facilities!!! The villa was very clean, sofa bed was ready and the bed was very comfortable. AC or fan is in the rooms which is I founded very convenient. Beach towels are provided, so you don’t have to take from home. Bathroom is very clean, plenty of branded toiletries (smells amazing). I was missing a shower cap only (if you don’t want to get your hair wet under the shower, as sometimes you have to take few during the day). Towels are fresh and soft, feels like in the Spa. Pool area is spectacular!!! Most of the time we had it to ourselves. Restaurant is very cosy and inviting. Our breakfast was included in the price. The food was delicious. I would say that 4 pieces of toast for 3 people is not enough. I would recommend to have at least 2 toast per person and would be great to have a glass of fresh juice too. We have used restaurant for dinner and a lunch; good choice of meals (western) and few local options available. The staff is helpful and trying to accommodate every need. I would highly recommend this villa to my friends!!! The views are pictures!!!

We had an amazing time in Mandala Villas. The villa was spacious and very tastefull decorated. The service was superb. Even though the hotels location is quite remote, it is very easy to go to Tangalle or Rakawa. We highly recommend this place!

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

This place really is paradise. I loved everything about this hotel, the rooms, location, amenities,staff, price - it as to be one of the best hotels I've stayed in throughout my years of travel. The owners are just lovely, accommodating and go above and beyond to ensure you have a magical stay. The rooms were very clean, bed was comfortable, view was sensational - located right on the beach. The staff were amazing, friendly and always wearing a smile, they couldn't do enough or you. The outside bathroom and shower was the best, i want one. The breakfast was fit for a king, you could never go hungry and served in the beautiful garden right by the beach. The small plunge pool on the balcony was a prefect place to sit and cool off. I cannot fault this place. If you are looking for a beautiful place to relax and recharge with nature and the beach at your door step, this is the place. I didn't want to leave, and will be back for sure. Thank you for an amazing stay.

The Taj Tangalle has clean and beautiful rooms with sea view. They cook excellent food, from the pineapple curry to the tuna steak everything is worth to taste it. At the terrasse you can enjoy your breakfast, lunch or dinner and get cooled down in the pool. The beach, which is behind the house, is dreamful and you could get the feeling that its just for you. Highly recommendable!

This strip of Tangalle beach is quiet and secluded. Great for honeymooners and family. This beach front hotel is owned and managed by a German& French couple with their daughter, whom will welcome you as family members. We came to slow down after 2 weeks touring Sri Lanka and are loved it, we have made new friends here, and will be combing back next year for a longer stay. We ate at the hotel restaurant during our 2 days here, because they have a great chef, as well their isn’t much around. Business is slowed everywhere in Sri Lanka after the Easter Sunday bombing.

We had an unforgettable stay. The beach is fantastic and so is Michaela’s hospitality. The hotel has very relaxed and laid back atmosphere which is exactly what one needs in such a location. The room was big and comfortable with unique outdoor bathroom. Breakfasts were deliciois, especially Sri Lankan ones (it is possible to order different kinds of breakfast). The hammocks by the beach were a nice touch, too. The owners are amazing! Thank you very much Michaela, we will be back! Only the best for you, your family and business! See the pictures – they speak for themselves.

Me and my girlfriend spent 5 nights at this wonderful place. The room was beautiful and very comfortable with an amazing view of the beach. The food was excellent and the staff really friendly an helpfull. If anyone looks for a relaxing and time out days at the beach, this is the most perfect place you! Dont miss this place, we will be back soon! Raffael and Aline

Fantastic hotel right on the beach, with a view of the pool and sea to the front and the jungle and lagoon in the 'backyard'. The beach itself is endless, very beautiful and quiet. In contrast to the sea, which was very rough and not really for swimming. But there is a very nice and clean pool where you can cool off. In general, the whole hotel and our room were very clean, in good condition and somewhat minimalist but well furnished. Breakfast and dinner were very good, we were also offered vegetarian options, so there must have been a change in the kitchen when I read reviews from previous years. The staff were always available and very friendly to us, including a little training on how to properly eat typical local delicacies such as string hoppers and egg hoppers. We were almost sad when we had to leave. If you are looking for a few days of peace on the beach, this is the place for you.

Everything about our stay here was absolutely perfect. The hotel is situated right next to the beach and has comfy sun loungers and an incredible pool. The staff were incredibly attentive, friendly and helpful whilst also being discrete and allowing you privacy. The wide expanse of beach is an absolute luxury as it's not busy at all. Although you can't swim in the sea this really wasn't a problem as it was still great to walk along the beach and swim in the pool instead. Whilst this is mainly an area to relax, we visited Kalametiya bird sanctuary which was an incredible experience where we saw lots of different species of birds whilst on the boat.

On the beach property. The beach was very clean with nice sand. Not too far from the national parks that I wanted to go too. Even arranged the excursions to the national parks and Galle city with them. The swimming pool was never too busy, most of the time we had the whole pool to ourself.

Beautiful resort with a clean infinity pool and direct access to a palm tree beach and the sea. Temperature in the pool is pleasant. The room is nice and offers a large balcony towards the sea. It’s simply fantastic to wake up with that view. Spacious bathroom with a hot shower.

The room was amazing with pool and sea view. Staff was great. Food was delicious. Pool was large and warm. Enough chairs on the beach.

The houses are gorgeous! They have every mod con. Your own little outside area with dining room, hammock and another seating area. There is also a new one being finished now that has its own plunge pool which would’ve made this a 10/10 for us if it had been available. The owner Hirushan is beyond helpful, sending all sorts of info to us about the accommodation and surrounding area. It’s 5 mins from the turtle watch at Rekawa beach too. The breakfast was lovely and to top it off they decorated our room as it was our 20th wedding anniversary while we were there!

Felt like home. From the peaceful, cozy, romantic ambience to the mesmerizing aesthetics and perfect cleanliness, this was the warmest place we’ve stayed in a long time. We absolutely adored the food—super delicious with generous portions, and all at incredibly low prices. We had a lovely candlelight dinner, and also the breakfast in a treehouse in the garden. In the evening we watched Spirited Away on Netflix and couldn’t help but notice that the Igabara logo reminded us of Totoro. It’s just a 20-minute walk from the most enchanting Rekawa Turtle Beach. Though we missed the chance to watch turtles laying eggs at night, we were lucky enough to witness baby turtles making their first journey to the sea in the morning. We also saw many peacocks, and a variety of birds, reptiles, and even buffalos. This serene village is full of tranquil inland waters, including a large pond adorned with water lilies. There were so many thoughtful, free gifts: 1. A charming Igabara bag—which I loved so much. We filled it with the seashells we collected. 2. A minibar with snacks and drinks. 3. Extra compliments with both dinner and breakfast—dishes we didn’t even order but were joyfully served. The seashell arts, the wooden lamp, the scented tissue papers, and the large round bed still fill us with deep nostalgia. At checkout, we were even given a Tuk ride to the junction. The overall vibe and experience made us feel like we never wanted to leave. We would definitely stay again.

It’s just like in the photos! We only were there one night but it’s one of the cutest most unusual photogenic places I’ve ever stayed at. The attention to detail was outstanding. The young man who runs it is also the creative mind behind all of it including how the windows open, The cool front gate and the design of the buildings. He is a top shelf young man who,definitely makes his mother proud. And his mum is one seriously great cook. We had our meal in our courtyard with our mates who stayed next door and wow! Has anyone got an extra stomach I can borrow ? If you are an instagrammer or on your honeymoon or you like tranquility or, like me, you like to stay in unusual places then Igabarra Hobbit House in not to be missed. I’m crap at taking photos but the ones you see on booking .com or their website are not photoshopped to look better. It’s just a magical place. Also had super clean bathroom, vanity kits, tooth brushes, hair dryer, fridge with cold drinks , complimentary snacks the place is 5 star! And if you want to go for a swim the beach is walkable distance away although you can get a tuk tuk too. I’ll add more photos when I find them but mine suck. Just look at all the other ones and book your stay.

My wife and I stayed one night at the Igabara Hobbit House in Rakawa, and it was such a unique and memorable experience. The design of the house is truly special — it feels like stepping into a storybook, with its charming hobbit-style architecture and cozy atmosphere. The attention to detail in the construction and decoration makes the place stand out, and we really enjoyed the creativity behind it. The location is peaceful and surrounded by nature, which gave us a sense of calm and relaxation from the moment we arrived. It was the perfect escape from busy life, and we loved the privacy the place offered. Inside, the hobbit house was clean, comfortable, and well set up with everything we needed for our stay. The hosts were very warm and welcoming, making sure we felt at home. They were attentive but also gave us our space to enjoy the experience. The surrounding area in Rakawa is beautiful as well, and being close to the beach was an added bonus. Even though it was just a one-night stay, it left a lasting impression on us. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to return for a longer visit. We highly recommend the Igabara Hobbit House to anyone looking for something different, magical, and unforgettable.

YOU MUST STAY HERE! Firstly, what incredible hosts, Hirushan you were amazing! We felt looked after from the moment we arrive to when we left. Our room was dressed beautiful, we were shown around and everything explained on arrival (room, food, directions to the beach, if transport was needed, etc). The room is very large, generous tea/coffee/water/beer/chocolate/biscuit selection free of charge. Now, the breakfast, where do I start! The table was laid and dressed with flowers and a card before we even got up. A big thank you to Hirushan's mum for such an impressive morning spread. The food was so morish and generous! Sadly, we stayed 1 night but I would recommend staying a minimum of 2 - 3. Top tips: - A great place on the beach for a drink and amazing food is Buffalo Hill Club / Red Lion Rekawa. You will meet a German woman called 'Angel', one of the most interesting women I have met! Great food and drinks.. - Dinner at Rock Beach Restaurant (5 - 10 mins tuk-tuk from The Hobbit House - thank you again Hirushan for arranging). - Turtle watching is nice but very crowded, be prepared. If it's overwhelming then use the time to admire the incredible stars above you Thank you again!!!

We stayed for 4 nights and would certainly return! Overall a fantastic hotel. Hotel setting is idyllic with amazing pool to lounge around and only 10 metres from the beach - but privacy maintained by palm trees which also provide some much needed shade! Free bodyboards to borrow should you fancy some water-sports which we used everyday :) Only 10 rooms, so very personal (and fantastic) service and small hotel feel which was fab. Felt very secure. Hotel bar located upstairs above the main restaurant is a nice spot for pre dinner cocktails - which were great. Downstairs, right next to the pool is the restaurant which serves fantastic food - the menu is rotated every day for lunch and dinner, so plenty of variety if staying for a few days. Breakfast also very good, and the best coffee we had in Sri Lanka! Everything is cooked fresh to order, but this does mean some meals took a while to arrive particularly at breakfast (our only recommended area of improvement for the hotel)! We intended to do a few day trips, but the hotel was so good we ended up only venturing out for one evening. We hope to return!

This newly built boutique hotel is an absolute gem. Reluctant to rate it because I want to keep it a secret!! The excellent service, beautiful and comfortable rooms and absolutely delicious meals are all overseen with easy charm by owner/manager Zander who welcomes everyone personally and makes them feel instantly at home. Nothing was too much trouble and Zander goes the extra mile to make your stay the best. The pool is sublime, the hotel is right on the beach, the cocktails are wonderful, you could not ask for more! For those that want more than to chill by the pool there are kayak trips, paddleboards and sailing. We rented mopeds for a day (all organised by the hotel) and explored the local area. When we got in a pickle with moped keys (long story) we called the hotel and they helped us to resolve it. If you want some beach chilling time in Sri Lanka, and you want to be really well looked after in very comfortable surroundings, this is the place. Thank you Zander and team, we are missing you already and we will be back!

Luxurious, relaxing boutique stay with the most incredible service we’ve ever experienced. The owner Alexander and his team went out of their way to make sure we were well taken care of the entire time - on arrival, we were shown around the hotel to have a pick of our favorite room out of the ones available whilst sipping on their welcome cocktails. The rooms were beautiful, with every item well thought out. We spent our days going for runs along the beautiful beach, paddle boarding, reading by the pool and enjoying the amazing food in the hotel restaurant (great menu that changed daily!!). We had initially intended to eat out nearby and explore surrounding towns but the restaurant and vibes at the hotel were just sooooo good that we pretty much spent most of the three days on sight 😊 Will 100% be coming back!!

A beautiful secluded hotel in Tangalle. We were welcomed with a beautiful complimentary cocktail that we ended up continuously ordering poolside as it was so good! The rooms themselves are beautifully decorated and well air conditioned! The beds are super comfy. The star of the show though is their kitchen, this was some of the best food we had on our trip, breakfast, lunch and dinner and is very reasonably priced. The staff were also really welcoming and accommodating and even made us BLTs (really tasty) for our excursion as we were missing breakfast! For those interested, we also booked snorkeling through the hotel which was fun. A boat collected us at 07:30am and we set out for the morning - worth it if you have some time although as your snorkeling next to the reef the waves can make the water slightly cloudy.

The atmosphere, food, rooms, team and of course the location, were all magical and just what I was hoping for when I booked for our family of four to stay on Christmas Eve for a spot of barefoot luxury. We stayed there towards the end of our trip around Sri Lanka and although we had stayed in some great places throughout our holiday, I felt the most spoilt during our brief time the Halcyon Mawella: from the personal greeting most guests received from the owner ( and his lovely dog Loki) through to the welcome cocktail, the beautiful pool set against the backdrop of the best beach we visited in the country, not to mention the delicious food on offer - everything about the environment invited you to relax and have a great time. My only regret is just booking the one night ...

We liked absolutely everything. Most of all the peace and quiet. The hotel never played any music of their own making the only things you hear the sounds of the ocean and the abundant wildlife. Even our fellow lodgers spoke in semi hushed tones. A perfect remote beach holiday. Clean pool, extremely helpful staff. A safe spot for swimming sheltered by the breakers is only short stroll away. Excellent food. Wonderful views both from the pool and from the rooms. Perfect wifi and water pressure.

We absolutely loved the hotel!! Everything was perfect, breakfast was always freshly made for you and had good options to choose from. The hotel was very clean, the room was cleaned daily and also the pool was really clean, that cleaned it every morning. The pool area is amazing and our kids loved it! The staff was really friendly and motivated to do their job well. I would definitely come back to this hotel if I return to Sri Lanka some day.

Amazing views of the sea, no direct access but this isn’t an issue with the amazing infinity pool. Breakfast had a good selection, lots of fruit and if you order the day before, you can get the Sri Lankan breakfast. The hotel is a great size, not too big so you get a personal service, staff addressed us by name. Great to hang out in the pool which has some floats and toys for the kids.

At first the entrance was through a construction area of the new part of hotel, which wasnt a good first impression. pass the entrance we were welcome in the restaurant with a a magical view,a freshly made juice and early check-in. The pool perfect temperature, the rooms big and clean and most importantly the service, all boys run hotel, they were always ready to help, husband got tanned way to much and the gardener collected aloe vera from the plants, and in the kitchen they peeled and blended and gave us the gel for his shoulders and back, help us find coconut oil for the gilrs hair, and things like that, that are out of their service scope made us feel soo much at home. the food was amazing and very tasty ... we saw lots of monkeys in the pool, peacocks, squierrrels, my little ones loved this place, and we will definiotely be back once the new part they are building its completed. they helped us with every transfer, every tour, every detail. after we stayed in 3 hotels more and none got close to their service of Ananthaya beach.

Lovely pool with a great view to the ocean with pool chairs to relax. Comfortable room with all amenities, the balcony facing the ocean. The breakfast was tasty. As there was a break water dam built in the ocean it is possible to have a sea bath even when the sea is rough.

A very nice guest house in Tangalle. The location is superb, maybe 1 minute away from the beach and all its restaurants. The best thing was the large and clean swimming pool, which was fantastic for our kids and the garden with the pool is just gorgeous. The staff was also very friendly and accomodating. There is a lagoon in the back of the property and they have kayaks you can rent free of charge which was a nice experience. The room was large, with a small kitchen area and comfy bed with a mosquito net. No AC, just a fan.

The garden is very nice and the pool is beautifull. Very close to the beach (3 min walking), you can hear the waves from the pool. Very kind staff, they arranged us a safari to Udawalawe (a bit too expressive but everything was planned for us). The free kayak is a nice bonus and a very nice activity to do. Rooms are clean and big. Very near to lots of restaurants on the sea side.

beautiful! felt like a top resort. everyone was kind and gracious, everything was nice and clean, the pool was gorgeous. my room and bathroom were lovely and I loved having the balcony overlooking the pool. lots of great restaurants (try Kokomos and Ananas!) just a short walk away on the beach. the Sri Lankan breakfasts here at the resort were amazing and plentiful!!

This place is gorgeous! It’s tucked down a little track and opens out into lush gardens, backing onto the lagoon and a brilliant pool. It’s very quiet and relaxing and loads of animal and bird life too- we saw giant squirrels (and the cute little ones), monkeys, peacocks, monitor lizards and mongoose! The rooms are basic but clean and spacious and good aircon. A nice balcony to sit outside with a drink and play cards. The pool is the best feature, never too busy, slightly shaded in the heat and deep and cool. And lovely friendly staff too. Location is excellent, close to everything but also private.

The Hidden Garden is an oasis of calm. We were told it was a few minutes from the beach by going down a garden path and it really is. In the extensive hotel grounds you could not hear any noise from the beach bars and restaurants that dot the coast. The rooms were spotlessly clean and depending on the room you booked, had all amenities. The view from our veranda was really beautiful. The pool is fab. The staff were really friendly. They also do laundry and you can borrow a kayak to go around the lagoon that backs onto the Hotel. We saw a massive monitor lizard which was exciting! Tip-the address on booking .com is accurate for car travel. The address on Google only for on foot. I suggest you ring the Hotel to co-ordinate with your driver if you are coming by car. It is one of those places that is easy once you know!

Absolutely incredible! Great value for money! The villas are amazing, spotlessly clean, spacious and have everything you’d need - fridge, hot water, toiletries, hair dryer, pool towels etc. Breakfast was great, food available for the rest of the day also really good and reasonably priced. The pool is beautiful, really peaceful surroundings with lots of wildlife to spot. Location is a little remote, only a few minutes walk to the beach, but not very close to restaurants/shops (we really enjoyed this and rented a scooter for a day when we wanted to explore a bit more) The staff were amazing - super friendly and arranged scooter rental and onward travel for us. Was the nicest place we stayed during our few weeks in Sri Lanka, we even extended our stay by a night - would 100% recommend staying here! There will soon be a spa, gym and yoga space here, which will make it even more incredible!

The bungalow was so lovely the furniture and decor was perfect for me a Balinese style. Great large terrace with sunbeds and a seating area. The pool was kept so clean and from it you had a view of the lagoon. Sunbeds also table and chairs to relax in by the pool. Only 10 bungalows on the resort. The beach is a short walk away with not a lot on it. If you walk a way there are a couple of hotels you can eat and drink at. Hardly anyone on the beach. Friendly helpful staff. There are other beaches 10 min drive away. We ate at the rezort a couple of times and the food was excellent. This was one of our favourite places we stayed at.

This resort is perfection! We absoutley loved everything about this stay. The place is immaculate, clean and has great facilities (gym, pool). We had a bungalow that was well maintained and stylish. Each bungalow has a balcony with sun loungers outside, mosquito net and fridge. The pool is clean and so relaxing. The massage was the best I have had in Sri Lanka alongside the coffee! Staff are wonderful and accommodating, the resort even comes with 3 pet dogs who are always up for a pat! Cannot fault this place.

The space is incredible, not only the bungalow was spacious and clean, the design was great, plus the pool in front of the lake, well equipped gym, spa center and restaurant make for a overall experience. The location is unneatable, in front of the lake amnd 5 mins walk from a breathtaking beach (we were almost alone). The staff was always welcoming and accomodating (they allowed us a late check in and to stay in the pool while we waited for our driver). Food was good and complete.

I cant find words fort this amazing place ...we spend here 3 nights and i was very unhappy that we must leave this place. The place is modern, clean, peacful, almost like paradise :) . Restaurant offers teasty meals for meat lovers and vegetarians. All staff are polite, nice and always ready to help you. Swimming pool had great view to beautiful lagoon. Bonus is sunset from pool. Almost privet beach is only 3 min by foot.

We are a family of four From Canada (two adults and two kids aged 6 and 10). This was one of our favourite stays while visiting Sri Lanka. The host is one of sweetest people that we have met here. She made us feel very at home! our kids were in the kitchen cooking with her and laughing. they were learning how she made some of the most amazing local dishes we have ever had. we were here all four nights that we stayed here simply because the home style cooking was just phenomenal!! There is also fun activities nearby such as visiting the rock pool beach which is just beautiful! nice restaurant on the beach and we would hang out there all day basically having a pristine beach all to ourselves. I cannot get recommended this place enough. We came as strangers and we left as friends!

The location next to the lagoon and only 15 minutes gentle stroll from Rekawa beach rock pool, and lovely beach near the fishing harbour were great. Cool shady terrace to sit and watch the monkeys, birds and water buffalo from. Pryanthi is an amazing host and cook - the place was spotless- AC was great. Best breakfasts and dinners in Sri Lanka - varied and so much that you couldn’t possibly finish it all. Free bikes to get around the sandy quiet lanes if you didn’t fancy the walk. We only had 2 days here and wished we had stayed longer. Turtle beach - watching the turtles laying their eggs then going back to sea was also a highlight - get there late in the evening then it shouldn’t be so busy.

We had an amazing 2 night stay at All View Resort. Our host, Priyanthi, was very kind and welcomed us with two huge king coconuts. There is a restaurant on site so we couldn’t resist ordering some rice and curry. She made the best Dahl we’ve had so far in Sri Lanka! Our room was large and spotlessly clean, with A/C, towels, a mosquito net and plenty of storage. We slept so well here as it is very peaceful. The property itself is very well kept, with a beautiful garden. This is a great place for nature lovers, as we spotted peacocks, buffalo, frogs, many kinds of birds, and turtles (as I’ll go on to explain)! Priyanthi can also help to arrange bicycles and canoeing on the lagoon. The property is located a 15 minute drive outside Tangalle and this ended up being hugely advantageous. The beach (only a 10 minute walk from the property) was much quieter and very beautiful. They day we arrived, our host informed us we could see baby turtles hatching and then return later in the evening to see an adult turtle lay her eggs. This is led by a conservation project called Rekawa Turtle Watch, to which you are asked to contribute a small donation. This was definitely the highlight from our time in Sri Lanka. Cannot recommend this accommodation enough!

Exceptional place to stay! Immaculate rooms, incredible food and nature all around. Priyanthi and her small team of ladies looked after us so well during our stay that we were genuinely sad to leave. Their cooking was the best we have ever experienced and we loved the breakfast especially! We stayed in a large, brand new room that was HUGE and would be perfect for families, it was spotless like the other rooms and had a lovely view of the garden. Their kindness was so beautiful and Priyanthi helped us to organise a trip to see the turtles lay eggs and a lagoon kayak experience- both were really great and I would recommend to other travellers. Priyanthi’s place was like being on safari where every day we saw monkeys, water buffalo, amazing birds and wildlife just from the balcony! The walk to the beach is so beautiful where you can immerse yourself in nature. It is a very special place here, Priyanthi and her team work so hard to keep it this way and genuinely care about you and the environment. Thank you for everything, we can’t wait to return!

The lady-owner gives the best hospitality in entire Sri Lanka. She makes amazing home made food, with passion and love. She explains a lot about food, ingredients, animals, birds and area around. Room was looking new and clean with good AC and extremely comfortable fresh new beds. She took care of us like a mother. We used the bicycles for free, that was great option to get to the beach. We got huge, good quality breakfast with lots of fruits, eggs, pancakes, curd and honning. The hotel is located out from the city, quiet, peaceful and a huge empty beautiful beach, very relaxing. We spotted a huge turtle at the evening, just by sitting on the beach, without guides etc. The lady-owner helped us to arrange tuktuk trip which her husband is driving for reasonable money. Aswell Safari in Udawalawe with her good friend Jeep driver in National Park. We really recommend to stay here if you looking for lovely people around you, quiet, relaxing time, local food, beach for yourself and clean accommodation. Over all expectations, thank you ❤️

"Palm Paradise" is a very accurate description of this place. Located in a quiet palm grove right next to the beach, very green and quiet (except for the crashing waves - but that's the kind of noise I could listen to all day). Peacocks walking around in the garden and sometimes coming to the pool to drink, all sorts of other birds, squirrels and monkeys can be seen all day round but never cause any trouble. Back in the day they used to have only the minimalistic cabanas (which are great btw), but I was very happy to discover that they have expanded quite a bit since 2010 and now they have the villas, a new restaurant and a pool. The villa where I chose to stay this time was very spacious, air-conditioned and had a large balcony/patio. Both the pool and the beach are less than a minute away. Super-friendly staff, helped me organize the transfer from Ella and then to Colombo for a very reasonable price without requiring any sort of prepayment. The ocean can be a bit rough at times, but that's not a bad thing, just something to be aware of. The restaurant offers excellent quality food, which applies to both the breakfast and the a-la carte dining options. Very clean and warm pool just outside the restaurant with comfortable wooden sunbeds. There's a small grocery store just on the corner of the main road (~5 min walk), and if you need more shopping then Tangalle is only ~10 minutes and ~500LKR away by tuktuk, which can be found just outside the main gate.

Highly recommended. We stayed in the Villas which are airconditioned and well maintained. All the villas are a few steps to the pool and a few more steps to the ocean. We could hear the ocean from our room. We had a group of 11 family members across 4 rooms and it was a pleasure to stay in this quiet palm tree location (with a few monkeys) leading to a quant beachfront. The rooms were clean, plenty of clean sheets and towels and excellent value. The restaurant pricing was reasonable for a hotel and the neighbouring cafes and bars are good quality. We stayed in Sri Lanka for a total of 10 days in July and it was sunshine every day with hardly any rain. Don't believe the iphone weather app or the blogs. July is great. The sea at this time of year is not suitable for young kids but the hotel pool was an excellent substitution. We used this hotel as a base to go to Yalla, the turtle sanctuary (highly recommended) and exploring villages on Tuk Tuks. The team at the hotel were super responsive on WhatsApp, arranging everything - including our airport transfers.

We absolutely loved our stay here! Everyone of the staff is just so genuinely friendly, helpful and charming, it's impossible not to love them. The place is a lot bigger than we had expected which really makes it feel like a paradise resort, with two restaurants, cabanas which are nicely spaced out from eachother, a big and clean pool, a poolbar/restaurant... The beach adjacent to the resort is very pretty and although we initially thought it was a 'private' beach for guests, this is not the case, since it does have some bars and little restaurants which don't belong to the resort. Our cabana was very clean and spacious, right next to the beach, and the sound of the ocean nearby can be very soothing. The cabanas do not have AC but even though the weather was very hot when we visited, it was not a problem. There are big and powerful (yet silent) ceiling fans to provide a nice cool breeze. Everyone here will go out of their way to make your stay as best as possible!

I will have a long review but is very important! My recommendation is to book the villas. The villas and the cabanas are 2 different locations separated by a green yard , unified in one name, with separate owners. The villas are more updated and the restaurant / pool area is nice, the food is good and tasty, we had a great time with the kids at the pool! Please be aware that the property has a road to the beach, but they not own the beach space - so you will find only local food from the villagers.

Amazing pool where we spend most of the days. We visited during July where the sea is rough and we couldn't swim on the beach. However, we also just went here for the nice weather and the pool to relax after the long flight to Sri Lanka before exploring the country. The garden was lush and the children loved the animal life with peacocks and lizards and even a monkey.