Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa

Hotels
9.5 (1348 reviews)
Kahandamodara Road , Tangalle , lk

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location
Friendly staff
Good amenities
Spacious rooms
Great food
Cons:
Cleanliness of some amenities
Limited swimming beach access

Categories

Cleanliness
8.5
Some concerns about cleanliness in amenities mentioned.
Service
10
Very kind and helpful staff highlighted across multiple reviews.
Location
10
Exceptional location with stunning beach access noted.
Room Quality
9.5
Rooms described as spacious and beautifully maintained.
Amenities
9
Good amenities, but minor issues with beach access.
Value for Money
9.5
Fair prices for high-quality services and accommodations.
Food and Beverage
9.5
Excellent food options both in the restaurant and nearby.
Overall Experience
10
Overall feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with multiple guests expressing their intention to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 10:48

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Lankavatara Ocean Retreat offers elegant rooms with free WiFi and private bathrooms. Each room is equipped with a kettle for your convenience.

Relaxation and Recreation
Enjoy the year-round outdoor pool and unwind with a refreshing drink at the hotel's bar. Free private parking is available, ensuring a stress-free stay.

Scenic Location
Situated in Kalametiya, just 15 km from the picturesque Tangalle Lagoon, this property is a perfect blend of tranquility and convenience.

To experience serenity by the ocean, book your stay at Lankavatara Ocean Retreat now.

Important information:

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CMB

Location

Guest Reviews

9.5
Based on 1348 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.5
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.5
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 9.5
Food and Beverage: 9.5
Overall Experience: 10
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Bar On solo_traveller il
10
Pros:

אהבנו הכל!!!
החדר היה גדול ומרווח, כלל מטבח קטן, שולחן גדול לישיבה, נקי, מסודר.
אדיבים ושירותיים מאד.
האוכל במסעדה היה טעים.
בריכה כיפית, חוף יפה.
ממליצים מאד!!!

Cons:

כלום

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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pawel solo_traveller pl
10
Pros:

Świtna lokalizacja. Resort położony przy pięknej mało uczęszczanej plaży. Ostrożnie można się nawett kąpac i walczyć z falami. Otoczenie bardzo ładnie zagospodarowane. Czysty, duży basen. Świetna restauracja. Przemiła obsługa. Pokoje duże czyste z dobrze działającą, cichą klimatyzacją. Wygodne łóżka. Super pobyt.
Polacamy wyprawę na pobliską lagunę- Kalametija.

Cons:

Nic.

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Nathalie family_with_children nl
10
5-sterren waardig! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Pros:

Een oase van rust gelegen aan een prachtig strand. Wij waren er als gezin met 3 tiener jongens en iedereen heeft zich uitstekend vermaakt; zwemmen, relaxen en de jongens hele dagen met bodyboards in de branding van de ruige zee.

We hebben hier het lekkerst gegeten in heel Sri lanka en het gehele personeel was uiterst vriendelijk en behulpzaam. Een echte aanrader dus en wat ons betreft absoluut niet 4 maar 5-sterren waardig!

Cons:

Niets, alles was perfect!

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Marisa-Sophie couple de
10
Perfekt zum Ende einer Rundreise
Pros:

Tolle gepflegte Anlage direkt am Meer. Die Zimmer sind sehr stylisch eingerichtet und sehr sauber. Wir haben uns hier sehr wohl gefühlt und die Tage genossen. Es hat uns sogar so gut gefallen, dass wir spontan um 3 Nächte verlängert haben. Das Essen ist ebenfalls sehr lecker und köstlich! Die Preise sind mehr als fair für die Qualität des Essens - insbesondere für das Seafood. Das Personal ist super freundlich und hilfsbereit. :)

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Mariken family_with_children nl
6
2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Efrat solo_traveller il
9
Pros:

עצרנו בטנגלה כדי לפצל את הנסיעה לארגום ביי והרגשנו שזכינו לראות עוד מקום מקסים.
המלון נעים ונקי באווירה טרופית וטבעית. הצוות היה מאוד אדיב ונחמד. אהבנו שהמלון לא גדול ונתן הרגשה של יחס אישי.
הבריכה הייתה כייפית והים והגלים היו מהפנטים אבל לא היה ניתן להכנס בעונה הזו.
הילדים נהנו לשחק פריזבי על החוף.
החדרים גדולים מאוד ומיטה נוחה. היו מים חמים.

Cons:

היינו בקשר עם המלון לפני ההגעה וביקשנו חדרים צמודים בגלל שהילדים קטנים ונתנו לנו חדרים דיי רחוקים אחד מהשני. בעלי ואני נאלצנו להתפצל :(

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Markus couple de
10
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Kamiar couple qa
8
Enjoyable vacation
Pros:

Friendly staff
Willing to help at all times
Food were good and tasty
Quite accommodation
Easy beach access
Amazing spa treatment

Cons:

It was far from a good supermarket despite that a local shop was close by, but it didn’t have much stuff

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Nobuko family_with_children nl
7
Prettig en comfortabel mede door het personeel
Pros:

Vriendelijk personeel

Cons:

Hier en daar beetje verouderd

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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corinne family_with_children re
9
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Diana extended_group kz
10
Pros:

The resort has a cozy and private atmosphere. The rooms offer breathtaking ocean views, and the grounds are lush, green, and beautifully landscaped with plenty of flowers. The beach features soft, clean sand, and the views are absolutely stunning—both from the beach looking out to the sea and from the sea looking back at the beach. The food was delicious, and we truly wished we could have stayed longer!

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Stefanie solo_traveller be
10
Super mooi verblijf , aanrader
Pros:

Wondermooie lokatie en heel mooi verblijf , alles klopte

Cons:

Niets

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Raymond couple fr
10
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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maciej couple pl
10
Perfect and outstanding
Pros:

Our most favourite place in Sri Lanka. Very kind and friendly staff, great facilities, food, room, pool, beach. All just perfect and will definitely return. Thank you.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Murali solo_traveller us
10
I fully reccomend this spot and highly encourage visitors to take advantage of the "low season."
Pros:

Food was generally well above average. I didn't have many meals here du to my schedule, but the few times I did, I was more than simply pleased. given the location it is important that the selections are few and more the reason to have good food, and this spot checks that box.
Typical Sri Lankan staff with overwhelming kindness, hospitality and generosity with their always friendly and smiling kind hearts. I always evaluate a place of hospitality by how management works out any shortcomings. While there was practically none that was noteworthy, even the slightest issues were addressed fast and efficiently.

Cons:

I am not going to nitpick - frankly I see nothing worthy of a comment that qualifies as something I "didn't like"!

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Pumudi extended_group au
10
Beautiful and relaxing
Pros:

Amazing room w beautiful interior decoration. Very close to the beach - literal steps away from the water. Staff were friendly and helpful. Dinner at the resort was very true to Sri Lankan flavours - highly recommend

Cons:

Some small damages in the room tiles - nothing else was an exceptional stay

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Milos family_with_children rs
10
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Svitlana solo_traveller ae
10
Excellent stay! Near huuuuge empty ocean! Go and see sunrise!
Pros:

Sooooo good and stylish place!
I regret I did not stay more days here..
Ocean in 1 step
Stylish rooms/villas!
Very polite and professional employees!!!
Yoga every morning for freee and very good!
And sooooo good chef and quisine!!!!!!!

Cons:

Nothing fo say

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Samir family_with_children ae
10
Perfect Stay
Pros:

The staff is very helpful, kind and friendly.
Location is very good.
Rooms are very clean and room service is very supportive.
Food are perfect sea food is very tasty and we really enjoyed it
This hotel is really highly recommended

Cons:

Literally nothing

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Mina family_with_children ae
10
An Unforgettable Stay
Pros:

Our stay at Lankavatara Ocean Retreat was absolutely wonderful. The location is breathtaking, with a beautiful private beach and stunning ocean views that create the perfect atmosphere for relaxation.

The rooms were spacious, spotless, and very comfortable, with every detail thoughtfully arranged. The staff were exceptionally friendly, attentive, and always willing to go the extra mile to make our stay memorable. Their genuine hospitality made us feel truly welcome.

The food was delicious, especially the fresh seafood and breakfast, and the peaceful surroundings made it easy to completely unwind. Whether relaxing by the pool, enjoying the beach, or watching the sunset, every moment was special.

If you’re looking for a quiet luxury retreat in Sri Lanka with outstanding service and a beautiful setting, I highly recommend Lankavatara Ocean Retreat. We would definitely love to return!

2026-06-28 via Nuitee