Goyambokka Estate, Tangalle, Sri Lanka, 82200 Tangalle, Sri Lanka
#32 of 105 hotels in Tangalle
Guests' ChoiceBased on 226 hotel reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.3
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
8.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 25 May 2024
Muataz67
United Arab EmiratesNothing
Everything: the room, the resort, the staff, the service, the food, all were excellent
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Paul
United KingdomService was incredibly slow most of the time.
Restaurant choice was very good.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 17 May 2024
Emilija
Sri LankaWe were not aware that we will be charged for water during dinner on the half board basis.
Lovely property in a stunning location. We had an amazing room with an ocean view. All staff were very sweet and caring. We enjoyed morning and evening complimentary yoga with amazing instructor, food. Our stay overall was excellent.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 11 May 2024
Aisling
IrelandBeach was lovely but water a bit choppy so swimming wasn’t an option.
The service was excellent and the staff were very attentive. Lovely colonial resort with lots of wildlife and lush gardens. Swimming pool lovely. Great gym & spa. Squirrels very entertaining too!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 1 May 2024
Tarika
AustraliaThis hotel is exceptional, the best of our trip and one of the best hotels I’ve stayed in. Amazing facilities and the service is unmatched. Would highly recommend
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 26 April 2024
Audrey
Israelroom service a bit negligent, themes of the dinner buffet not refined enough, quite isolated.
fantastic breakfast, lanscaping is beautiful, beach is great but dangerous to swimm at high tide, very attentionate and outreaching staff, excellent yoga classes. there is a small hippy beach nearby with very sweet sala for drings and massage, nearby shopping by tuktuk
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Sofia
NetherlandsThe spa's prices are excessively high. Despite the presence of lifeguards, the sea was choppy during our stay, so it's important to be vigilant while enjoying the beach.
The hotel is stunning; the moment you step inside, it's a "wow" experience. Everything is beautifully decorated and seamlessly blends with the local culture. Surrounded by lush greenery, the property exudes positive energy. Our private room host, Thisari, was incredibly kind and attentive to all our needs. There are numerous complimentary activities available. We enjoyed a guided nature walk and a boat ride on the lagoon, both great experiences. Additionally, there are various other activities to diversify your stay without ever leaving the hotel. All staff was very kind and always with a smile. While at the beach, we met Sri, a travel agent who helped arrange our transportation to the next hotel. I highly recommend his services; everything went smoothly, and it was more affordable than we had anticipated.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Sajini
United Kingdomthere was nothing to dislike
Excellent choice of dishes. Very good spread with a good mix of veg, non veg, continental and local dishes. Had plenty of fruit and live counters
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 17 April 2024
Abdallah
United Arab EmiratesThe restaurants were superb in terms of food quality and variety, but the outdoor restaurant lighting could be improved to give a nicer ambience.
We booked at the Anantara Oeave Haven and it didn’t fail to amaze us! Great facility, with amazing views, experiences, activities for all family members, and most of all very good staff. The Soa was great, the gym facility was perfect in terms of equipment variety and opening hours.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Sara
SpainThe main pool too small, beach difficult to swim, kids club could be a million times better
The rooms
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Lynne
United KingdomKids club had limited facilities and not well organised
Overlooking Indian Ocean easy access to sea and beautiful grounds and specious accommodation . Staff were exceptional on every level . Fantastic spa , gym and lovely swimming pools . Great food
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Mark
United KingdomNothing
From the moment we arrived, we knew we were going to be wanting to extend our stay… so we did. It was truly one of the best places we have stayed in the world. Staff, facilities, our villa host, Prashan, were excellent. The eye for detail in everything was remarkable. All restaurants were fantastic, breakfast was delicious. Can’t fault it.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Helen
United KingdomNothing
Amazing service - best we’ve ever had anywhere. Wonderful people. We felt very looked after everywhere we went. Fabulous food and restaurants Amazing beach location Lovely spacious rooms
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 27 March 2024
Emma
IrelandNothing we didn’t like, I would say the restaurants are on the expensive side.
What a property! This hotel has so many amenities which make it a little haven in Tangalle. We stayed for just two nights but when we arrived we didn’t leave the resort once. From table tennis, pool table, tennis courts to the amazing pool, spa and beach itself there’s so much to do. They also offer complimentary things such as a 30 minute consultation with their resident Ayurvedic doctor which was really cool to experience. The restaurants are also good. We didn’t only had buffet for breakfast which was excellent and ate in their onsite restaurants for the two nights we were there, Il Mare and Verala. I would rate Verala higher. The room itself is fabulous and the biggest room we had throughout our whole stay! Finally the staff are great. Our concierges name was Shafraz and he made all of our restaurant reservations and was available via WhatsApp to answer any questions we had. Great hotel overall and for those bringing kids, it also seemed really kid friendly!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Samer
United Arab EmiratesThe staff and the facilities
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 March 2024
Stephen
United KingdomWe had the half board package which actually only included dinner at the buffet restaurant. To eat at the other two a la carte restaurants cost extra, with a discount on some items, but we didn’t feel the discount was reasonable when already paying for dinner with the package.
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.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 11 March 2024
Anna
RussiaWine list is definitely needed to be reviewed and upgraded. We tasted a lot of white Chardonnay, and they all were very basic and like “house wine” even despite quite high price.
Amazing food in the main restaurant, we were impressed by the level, quality and variety! Bravo to the chef! Very good attentive staff, beautiful location and rooms - I would recommend it definitely!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 11 March 2024
Pritisha
IndiaIt is something not in their hands i suppose but the beach is inaccessible as it is very rough. The staff should also provide a list of activities to do at the property and around.
The Property is gorgeous and vast. there is a lot to do at the property. The food at the breakfast buffet and at all the restaurants was exceptionally good and the service was prompt and efficient.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Mrs
United KingdomNothing. If you're looking for a luxury stay and willing to pay for it, this is good value.
Stunning location, beautifully maintained property, well staffed with excellent service. Great massage at the spa.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2024
Raya
JordanNothing
The hotel was excellent in every aspect. The staff provided amazing service, and our designated host, Thisari, was particularly outstanding. She was highly responsive, quick, and attentive, contributing to making our visit more comfortable. Thisari's professionalism added to the overall positive experience. The rooms were clean, offering a stunning view, and the on-site restaurants were delightful. The pools were not only beautiful but also provided a marvelous view. While the beach was lovely, we weren't able to swim in it due to its strong waves. Overall, our experience was great, and I would definitely consider revisiting when I come to Sri Lanka in the future. The combination of excellent service, clean accommodations, breathtaking views, and delightful amenities makes this hotel a top choice for future visits!!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Corina
United Arab EmiratesEverything!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Richard
United KingdomWe had an all inclusive package being a family - we also booked one of their top rooms... so what did I detest ? Unlike other hotels you only had what was in the mini bar and once used you had to pay for more items! Water incl ! Also ... the dinner menus for all inclusive were much smaller in options than the other a la carte menus ... and the bar selection was incredibly limited and poor quality. All that which made us feel frustrated and ripped off...
Amazing staff and location. Room had a great beach view... we would love to return if they sorted the all inclusive selections ( see my other comments)
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 13 February 2024
Christophe
SwitzerlandThe many russian tourists
Stunning setting on a beautiful stretch of beach! Wonderful staff, friendly and helpful
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 11 February 2024
Emily
United KingdomMenus should include taxes added and would be nice to have some evening music for some light evening entertainment!
Amazing facilities, room and food! Staff very attentive and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Would definitely return!
Stayed in February 2024
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