Anantara Peace Haven is a five-star luxury beach resort, set along the golden stretch of Sri Lanka’s southernmost coastline near Tangalle. Arranged over a series of terraces, the design is modern and tropical but there is no mistaking, this a chain hotel, albeit a luxurious one. However, it enjoys an unparalleled location, close to Tangalle Lighthouse and Parewella Natural Swimming Area and is within the vicinity of Hummanaya Blow Hole and Rekawa Turtle Conservation Project.
Ani Villas is an exclusive estate comprising of two large villas, set near the small town of Dickwella, on Sri Lanka’s beautiful central south coast. Designed by renowned architects Reda Amalou and AW2 of Paris, it offers a stylish contemporary, hilltop accommodation with panoramic view of turquoise blue Indian ocean, rolling in among reefs and palm-studded, sandy beaches. This colossal all-inclusive villa, pampers guests on an epic scale that was once reserved for royals and celebrities.
Amanwella Resort in Tangalle lies above the golden sand beach at Amanwella, in a cove on Sri Lanka’s southern coast. Sweeping vistas of the beach, (one of the most beautiful) lined with coconut palms and crashing waves, makes this a stunning location. Those who have not visited other Amans may be surprised by the minimalistic architecture which reaches its apogee in the reception area where your Amanwella experience starts with a "check-in" without a reception desk.
Nestled within the lush greenery of Sri Lanka's Araula Forest, Araula Forest Lodge offers a harmonious blend of rustic charm and modern comforts. The architecture seamlessly integrates with the natural surroundings, utilizing local materials and traditional design elements to create a serene retreat in the heart of nature. Timber structures and thatched roofs evoke a sense of tranquillity, while open-air spaces invite guests to immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of the forest.
Claughton House is a beach front villa, perched on a hillside outside the town of Tangalle in Southern Sri Lanka. Designed by the country’s most famous architect, Geoffrey Bawa, the villa features his signature verandas, courtyards and open-side pavilions. From the splendour of the property, manicured gardens stretch down to the turquoise infinity pool, providing an intermittent barrier from the beach below. This is an ideal setting in Sri Lanka, for a dose of unadulterated bliss.
Coco Tangalla is a chic, colonial-era villa, perched on a small bluff near Tangalle, on Sri Lanka’s south coast. Built in 1910, this beach house has been restored to a luxurious standard by British expat Tim Jacobson of Manor House Concepts. Tim’s wide knowledge of the area, made him select this undisturbed southern tip of Sri Lanka where the wide sandy beaches and cool sea breezes make for easy living. Now fully refurbished, this exclusive villa offers a perfect base on the South Coast.
Ranawara is a stylish, coastal retreat, set northeast of Tangalle, on the southern coast of Sri Lanka. Designed for families and small group of friends, it is safely tucked within 23 acres of tropical gardens and yet close to golden sand beach that joins with the adjacent Kahandamodara beach to its west. Together they form the longest stretch of secluded beaches and provide an idyllic hideaway for friends and families looking to enjoy a slice of luxury along the South Coast of Sri Lanka.
The Last House is a stylish beach retreat, set outside the town of Tangalle, on the southern coast of Sri Lanka. The name – The Last Place – represent the final residential work of Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa. Now a small hotel, it incorporates Bawa’s uncluttered style with careful balance between airy interiors and tropical modernism. The signature pergola-roofed walkways and secret gardens, all represent his work as do the windows that 'frame' views of the garden and sea.
