Looking for the best hotels in Tangalle Sri Lanka? A small town on the south coast of Sri Lanka famous for its wild turtles and rugged beaches, Tangalle was also one of the quietest places we visited which made it feel like we were uncovering some of Sri Lanka’s unknown tourist spots.
During our time in Tangalle we managed to hop along the coastline exploring the hidden beaches, wild attractions such as the Hummanaya Blow Hole and found ourselves winding through the narrow streets of Tangalle town to find the best area to stay in Tangalle.
Although Tangalle is less visited than other popular south coast destinations, we recommend adding it to your itinerary if you like quiet beaches all to yourself, authentic local interactions, especially in the main Tangalle city and wildlife watching as Rekawa Beach, famous for sea turtles is nearby as is the popular Yala National Park.
The most popular area to stay is near Tangalle beach, where you can find a strip of restaurants catered to tourists. There are plenty of budget homestays in this area, other areas with excellent hotels include Unakuruwa and Silent Beach, these offer more luxury resorts tucked away in lush jungle that backs onto the beach.
This blog shares the best places to stay in Tangalle from luxury hotels like Cinnabar Resort to cosy homestays. We’ll help you find the best places to stay in Tangalle that match your style and budget. Read on to find out everything you need to know about where to stay in Tangalle.
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Types of Tangalle Hotels & Accommodation
Tangalle attracts a range of travellers, from intrepid self-hire tuk tuk drivers to people seeking quiet luxury. There’s a variety of accommodations to fit, including budget homestays that start at $5 a night, these are simple, comfortable and often within walking distance to Tangalle Beach.
Nestled amongst the jungle there are also plenty of high-end hotels, full with the latest amenities and facilities to make your trip to Sri Lanka unforgettable. We aim to share the best hotels in Tangalle as well as where to stay on a budget for backpackers.
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Where To Stay In Tangalle: Best Area To Stay
If you’re on a budget we recommend you stay near Tangalle Beach, this is the area in Tangalle we stayed and there’s plenty of local homestays within walking distance from the beach. The closer to Tangalle Beach the better, other places to stay in Tangalle city may be cheaper but it isn’t set up for tourists and it’s hectic, think honking tuktuks and scrambled power lines.
Other areas such as Unakuruwa & Silent Beach offer some of the best luxury hotels in Tangalle, boasting infinity pools, calming jungle gardens and direct access to some of the best beaches in the country. Or you can stay near Rekawa beach if you’re here to experience the turtles.
Cheap Hotels in Tangalle: Best Budget Accommodation Tangalle $
Randu Homestay: Backpackers, Solo Travellers, Couples on a Budget
This budget accommodation in Tangalle option is perfect for backpackers and where we chose to stay, our hosts showed us a short cut to the beach and we opted to eat rice and curry here after a long drive. The meal was delicious, one of the best rice and curries we had in Sri Lanka!
We found the homestays provided some of our favourite food, made with love!
We also ended up giving our host a lift into town on the last day.
- $5-12 per night
- 5-minute walk to Tangalle Beach
- Home cooked Sri Lankan Curry
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Dilip’s House: Backpackers, Solo Travellers, Couples on a Budget
Located just a 5-minute walk from Tangalle beach, Dilip’s homestay is the perfect budget option and one of the best cheap homestays in Tangalle. With comfortable rooms, a friendly host and delicious meals.
- $8-15 per night
- 5-minute walk to Tangalle Beach
- Comfortable Private Rooms
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Star Sun Homestay: Backpackers, Solo Travellers, Couples on a Budget
Another budget friendly homestay is Star Sun, we love the look of this place which has direct beachfront access and spacious terrace to relax on. The restaurant onsite serves a variety of cuisines including Chinese, Sri Lanka and European.
- $10-18 per night
- Beachfront
- Spacious Terrace
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Sheen Holiday Resort: Couples on a Budget, Families on a Budget
Just a two-minute walk from Tangalle Beach is Sheen Holiday Resort. The perfect budget friendly hotel in Tangalle for families due to the spacious family rooms they offer. They can provide a local breakfast in the morning plus it’s in a prime location near lots of bars and restaurants.
- $15-25 per night
- 2-minute walk to Tangalle Beach
- Local Breakfast Included
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Three Little Birds: Backpackers, Solo Travellers
We love the vibe at Three Little Birds and think it’s the perfect place to stay in Tangalle for backpackers and solo travellers. Nestled in nature the homestay has hammocks, balconies and provides a delicious breakfast.
- $12-20 per night
- 3-minute walk to Tangalle Beach
- Hammocks and Social Vibe
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Best Hotels in Tangalle Sri Lanka: Mid-Range Tangalle Accommodation $$
Seven Turtles: Couples, Families
Seven Turtles Hotel offers an outdoor pool, delicious menu all just steps away from Kahandamodara Beach which is east from Tangalle near Rekawa Beach which is famous for the sea turtles that nest there. The hotel has a large swimming pool, air-conditioning and each room has a private balcony.
- $45-70 per night
- Beachfront
- Close to Rekawa Turtle Watch
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Hunguk Lanka Lagoon Villa: Couples, Backpackers, Families
At Hunguk Lanka Lagoon you get a villa with a garden just 9-minutes walk from Tangalle Beach. Your villa also has a private entrance, en-suite bathroom and air-conditioning.
- $35-55 per night
- 9-minute walk to Tangalle Beach
- Private Villa
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Green Turtle: Couples, Families
Imagine shutting your eyes and hearing the crashing waves of the ocean as you drift off to sleep. That is exactly what happens here as the Green Turtle Hotel is right on the edge of Rekawa Beach. This is also the perfect place to stay in Tangalle if you’re coming to watch the sea turtles lay their eggs.
The hotel offers spacious rooms that are set in a garden setting as well as providing dinner and breakfast onsite.
- $50-75 per night
- Beachfront
- Direct access to Rekawa Beach for turtle watching
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Luxury Hotels Tangalle Sri Lanka: Premium Tangalle Resorts $$$
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort: Honeymooners, Couples, Families
On a cliff and nestled within a coconut plantation, you can find the luxury resort of Anantara Peace Haven. We’re sold on being welcomed by traditional raban drums and sent off by conch shell blowers but you also get individual plunge pools, a personal butler and a beautiful villa!
- $200-500 per night
- Beachfront
- Individual Plunge Pools
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Buckingham Place: Couples, Honeymooners
Buckingham Place is perfect for couples and honeymooners as it is an adult only hotel. Here you can choose between sea or lagoon views as well as which pool you want to swim in as it has two! If you’re seeking luxury, Buckingham Place awaits!
- $300-500 per night
- Beachfront
- Personal Butler Service
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Aga Surf View: Surfers, Couples
Aga Surf View is a boutique hotel in the palm tree fringe of Unakuruwa Beach which is known for its reef break. The hotel offers spacious, air-conditioned rooms with private balconies and sea or garden views. There is an outdoor swimming pool, onsite restaurant and spa which offers massages, perfect after a long day surfing.
- $250-400 per night
- Beachfront
- Adult Only
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UGA PRĀVA: Couples, Honeymooners
This luxury Tangalle resort opened in May 2025 and offers 5-star luxury walking distance from Silent Beach Tangalle. Its exclusivity is clear with only seven suites, a dining experience to connect you to the ocean and stunning infinity pool.
- $200-350 per night
- Beachfront (Unakuruwa Beach)
- Direct access to the reef break surf spot
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hotels in Tangalle
Summary Of The Best Hotels In Tangalle
- Best Family Hotels in Tangalle: Seven Turtles
- Best Cheap Hotels in Tangalle: Randu Homestay
- Best Luxury Hotels Tangalle Sri Lanka: Anantara Peace Haven
- Best Tangalle Honeymoon Resorts: Buckingham Place
- Best Hotels Near Rekawa Beach Tangalle: Green Turtle
- Best Tangalle Boutique Hotels: Aga Surf View
Now you know where to stay in Tangalle, we hope you have an amazing trip and soak up everything Sri Lanka has to offer! Check out our Tangalle Itinerary to help with your planning!
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Best Time To Visit Tangalle
The best time to visit Tangalle is during the dry season which runs from November to March. The temperature sits between 25°C and 30°C. This is also when the sea will be calmer and better for swimming.
How To Get To Tangalle
Tangalle is along Sri Lanka’s southern coastline meaning it’s accessible via the country’s extensive public transport.
By Bus
You can take a bus direct from Colombo, Galle, Weligama and Mirissa to Tangalle. From Colombo the journey takes 6 hours.
By Train & Bus
Although Tangalle doesn’t have its own train station, you can take the coastal train to Matara, the closest major station. From there, hop on a local bus or tuk-tuk for the remaining 1.5-hour journey to Tangalle.
By Private Car
A private car is the most expensive but most convenient option if you have a lot of luggage.
By Rental Tuk-tuk
A rental tuktuk gave us the freedom to drive around the country and really made our trip. We came from Ella, down the B35 Elephant Road before ending up in Tangalle, a long but exciting journey. If you want to get stuck into the unusual traffic of wild elephants we have 5% off Tuktukrental.com.
