Amanwella
Tangalle, Sri Lanka
Overview
When to go
What we love
- Join a local fisherman at 6am for 2 to 3 hours of traditional handline method of fishing and chefs will prepare your catch for dinner
- Private guided meditation with a local monk can be arranged either in your room, beach, at nearby temples or local Buddhist centre
- Udawalwe National Park with amazing wildlife is only 1.5 hours away
Who should go
- Travelers who are looking for a lavish hotel stay on the beach
- Anyone who want to explore the southern coast of Sri Lanka - Amanwella has a sister property in Galle so you can combine both hotels during your trip and enjoy beach as well as history
- Those who want to enjoy an active holiday - experiences on land or water are plentiful and will keep you busy for the duration of your stay.
Offers
- Please contact us for details
Wellness
Amanwella's spa is a place of relaxation - listen to the waves of the Indian Ocean and the gentle breath of coconut palms. Treatments will incorporate ingredients from Sri Lanka's herbs, plants and flowers and therapist will ensure that every treatment will be tailored to your needs. Spa is taking inspiration from Ayurveda and you will be able to enjoy traditional warm-oil treatments. Treatments can be arranged in the comfort of your own room, either inside or in the courtyard. Hotel can also organise private yoga or personal training sessions done on the beach or in the privacy of your room. Sessions will be tailored to your needs, goals and level of expertise. Guided meditation is also possible.
Wellness facilities include treatment rooms, open-air yoga shala on the beach, 47 metre swimming pool.
- Abhyanga massage
- Balinese massage
- Amanwella massage
- Foot massage
- Aromatherapy facial
- Pedicure
- Kids massages
Activities
- Surfing
- Snorkeling
- Fishing
- Cooking lessons
- Mixology classes
- Private boat charters
- Biking
- Market visit
- Library
- Boutique
- Udawale national park
- Tea plantations
- Tangalle
- Temples
- Whale & dolphin watching
- Turtle conservation
- Yala national park
- Bundala national park
- Galle and Galle fort
- Pottery making
Rooms
Suite has a expensive terrace for dining or lounging.
Bedroom has a king size bed, daybed, desk, armchair and a table.
Bathroom features a free standing bathtub, twin vanities, dressing area and separate toilet/shower.
Outdoor you will find a private courtyard with plunge pool and terrace for lounging and dining.
Suite has a expansive terrace for dining or lounging.
Bedroom has a king size bed and a living area with daybed, armachir, table and writing desk.
Bathroom features a free standing bathtub, twin vanities, dressing area and separate toilet/shower.
Outdoor space has a private courtyard with plunge pool and terrace for lounging and dining.
Suite has a expensive terrace for dining or lounging.
Bedroom has a king size bed and a living area with daybed, armchair, table and writing desk.
Bathroom features a free standing bathtub, twin vanities, dressing area and separate toilet/shower.
What’s on the menu
Resort has 3 restaurants and also offers a private dining option which can be arranged in your room, on the beach or in multiple settings off the property.
Apart from these dining options you can chose something a bit different such as Village Dinner - you will travel by tuktuk for a dinner in a typical Sri Lankan village with a local family or Roti Feast - dinner in a traditional home surrounded by jungle where the family will prepare a roti meal. Cooking classes can also be organised.
Location
Nearest airport
Colombo International airport is 212 km away and car transfer would take about 2 hours and 45 minutes.There are direct flight from London to Sri Lanka (Colombo) which takes approximately 11 hours and is operated by Sri-Lankan Airlines.
Visa and entry:
You will need a visa to enter Sri Lanka. To apply you will need a booking confirmation, return flight ticket and a proof of medical insurance.
Visa cost $35 and you can apply online here.
If you have not been vaccinated against COVID-19 a negative PCR test is required prior to boarding your flight. Test must be no older than 72 hours.
Second test will be taken within 24 hours of arrival
If departing within less than 14 days a further test is required a couple of days prior to departure otherwise a third test is required on day 11 to 14 in resort, if tests are negative you are permitted to leave the hotel
If you have had both vaccine doses of COVID-19 with at least 2 weeks prior to arrival will be required to produce original copy of vaccination certificate in English.
PCR test will be required within 24 hours of arrival and if negative will be able to leave the hotel.
We will arrange for your tests in Sri Lanka to be carried out at the retreat and organise your mandatory Covid insurance ($132 for 3 PCR tests and Covid insurance to be paid on booking).
Families, Children & Infants
Kids are allowed at the resort but hotel is not recommended for very young children. There is no kids club. Older kids over 12 will love the beach and nature.
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