Turtle Bay Boutique Hotel - Tangalle

Boutique beachfront hotel with 7 rooms overlooking the Indian Ocean, steps from a private beach on Sri Lanka's southern coast

Accommodations & Grounds

Turtle Bay Boutique Hotel offers only 7 uniquely decorated rooms, each with a private balcony and ocean views. The property features a large sweet water swimming pool with infinity edge and direct sightlines to the Indian Ocean. Two yoga pavilions and a garden with sun loungers provide spaces for relaxation amid palm trees and the adjacent beach.

Wellness & Ayurveda

The hotel's Ayurvedic spa and wellness center offers a full menu of treatments including full body massage, facial treatments, and couples massage. Guests can use the spa lounge, sauna, and book spa/wellness packages that include light therapy and body treatments. Yoga classes are held at the two dedicated yoga pavilions, led by instructors Amal and Chandrani who also provide Ayurvedic consultations.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves à la carte dishes that guests can enjoy anywhere on the property, including on the beach or by the pool. Chef Fernando prepares fresh seafood caught daily from the local fishing harbor, with options like jumbo king prawns and Sri Lankan curry selection. Complimentary afternoon tea with cookies is offered poolside each day, and the bar serves wine, champagne, and cocktails.

Activities & Location

The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary, where paddleboat rides through the lagoon are possible at dawn. Bike tours, walking tours, and cooking classes are organized by the hotel, and evening entertainment includes live music and themed dinner nights. Guests can also visit the local fishing village or book a boat trip for whale watching from the nearby harbor.

Services & Family Amenities

With only 7 rooms, the hotel offers a small staff-to-guest ratio that allows for personalized attention, such as organizing your meals anywhere on the property. Family-friendly amenities include a kids' pool, babysitting/child services, and family rooms with extra bedding. The hotel provides currency exchange, express check-in/out, luggage storage, and 24-hour security, plus airport shuttle and car hire services.

• Rooms: 7 suites with ocean views from private balconies
• Wellness: Ayurvedic spa with full body massage, yoga pavilions
• Dining: Fresh seafood from local harbor, dine anywhere on property
• Location: 5 min from Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary, 30 min from Rekawa Turtle Camp
• Beach: Direct access to private beach without crowds
• Pool: Large sweet water infinity pool with ocean view