Travelers find tranquility in this oceanside haven with lush gardens, rejuvenating spa services, two outdoor pools, and bicycle rentals for relaxation and adventure.
Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa offers a peaceful escape with a serene garden and terrace. Enjoy revitalizing massages or spa treatments, then cool off in two outdoor pools or the children's pool. The scenic surroundings are consistently praised by visitors.
Located in Kalametiya, Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa is on the beach. Kalametiya Fishery Harbour and Parewella Natural Swimming Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary and Turtle Watch Rekawa. Dry Zone Botanical Garden and Ridiyagama Safari Park are also worth visiting. With snorkelling and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Kalametiya travel guide
Kahadamodara Road, Kalametiya, SP, 82120
What's nearby
Kahandamodara Beach
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Hiriketiya Beach
50 min drive - 42.7 km
Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Nine Temples
16 min walk - 1.4 km
Kalametiya Fishery Harbour
18 min walk - 1.6 km
Restaurants
Sumudu Seafood
24 min drive
Ocean House
10 min walk
නෝනගම Village
17 min drive
Lawan Sea Food
3 min drive
Nimhira Sea Food Restaurant
21 min drive
About this property
Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa
Property highlights
A terrace, a garden and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant.
Other perks at this hotel include:
2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
Free self-parking
Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk
Luggage storage, a front desk safe and tour/ticket information
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as furnished patios and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Rainfall showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
Fridges, cookware/dishes/utensils and electric kettles
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Things to do
2 outdoor pools
Bicycle rentals
Children's pool
Family friendly
2 outdoor pools
Children's pool
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
On the beach
Pool loungers
Terrace
Spa
Massage
Spa services
Accessibility
No lift
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Towels provided
Food and drink
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Minibar
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Connecting rooms available
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: USD 100 per vehicle (one-way)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number PV103328
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa have a pool?
Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa?
As of 2 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa on 22 May 2026 start from RM366, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Does Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 100 per vehicle applies.
Where is Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa located?
Nestled on the beach, this Kalametiya hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Kahandamodara Beach and Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary. Kalametiya Fishery Harbour and Nine Temples are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Lankavatara Ocean Retreat & Spa Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Honesty probably the best beach resort we have ever stayed at. The place is small and intimate; literally right on the beach. Such a relaxing environment. The staff are very friendly and personable. The food at restaurant was some of the best we had in Sri Lanka… and very reasonable prices for the quality. The sunsets on the beach were amazing. It’s a quiet area, with not much to do but chill and relax! Spend 4 or 5 days here and you will forget all your worries in life! Highly highly recommend a stay here
The service is impeccable, from arrival, to drinks at the beach to breakfast. The property appears to be relatively new, the rooms are spacious and so are the bathrooms.
What a place!! We stayed as a family of 4 (2 children 10/12) in an Oceanfront view room. Large double bed and 2 day beds for the kids! Clean and well appointed with a daily freshen up!
We had the best time. So relaxing! A much calmer/quieter stretch of coastline (away from the busyness of Hiriketiya/ Weligama etc.
Nice infinity pool to laze about in and plenty of sun loungers/cabanas for sunning, reading, drinking.
Ocean, beach and waves were amazing, however, there are some serious rips/currents in the water so you may only be able to paddle around. No water sports.
You can however do plenty of day trips (fishing), Udawalawa (to see the Elephants), to other beaches where you can surf/snorkel, cooking classes and Galle (old fort town - with hundreds of shops, cafe’s and restaurants.
There is a good breakfast included in the cost of your room and a nice menu for lunch and evening meals. Plus there is a lovely family run restaurant across the street serving the best homemade currys and fish (caught by the family), plus a few others in walking distance.
Staff were amazing and couldn’t do enough to help! We will be back!
Thomas
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jessica
24 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had an outstanding stay at this hotel. The quiet, peaceful location made it the perfect place to unwind, with the beautifully scenic pool and direct beach access creating an ideal setting for relaxation. The food was consistently good throughout our stay, with plenty of fresh, well-prepared options. What truly set the hotel apart, though, was the staff—every member of the team was warm, helpful, and went out of their way to make our stay memorable. A fantastic place to relax and enjoy a more personal, welcoming experience.
Lovely place, really off but relaxing and beautiful environment. Add fans in the restaurant to get rid of the mosquitoes at night and it’s five stars. Unfortunately many of the dishes on the menu wasn’t available.
Make sure to visit the restaurant across the street.
Sehr schöne Lage, super freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal, sehr gutes Essen zu allen Mahlzeiten in einem guten Preis-/Leistungsverhältnis - wunderschöner langer Strand mit ganz wenigen Menschen in diesem März 2026. Die Aussicht der Zimmer mit direkten Meerblick ist ein Traum.
Große, komfortable und sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtete Zimmer (wir hatten ein Zimmer im 1. OG mit Meerblick) und Balkon. Die gesamte Hotelanlage ist super gepflegt und verfügt über einen direkten Zugang zum Strand. Das Restaurant hat uns ebenfalls sehr gut gefallen, die Essens- und Getränkeauswahl ist groß und die Qualität stets hervorragend. Das Personal ist überaus freundlich und hilfsbereit. Top!
Wow! Et fantastisk hotel. Virkelig sødt personale, som er flinke og rare. Generelt er der en rar stemning på hotellet, hvor man føler sig velkommen i det sekund, man træder ind. Fed beliggenhed lige ud til den uberørte strand. Vi kommer igen og kan ikke anbefale nok!
Dernier pour notre périple au Sri Lanka.
Pas de regret d’avoir choisit cette hôtel.
Le personnel est au petit soin. La piscine et la plage rendent le lieu magique. Nous vous profiter avec la fille des massages dont je recommande vivement. Nous y avons très bien mangé, choix avec menu traditionnel ou plus occidental.
Aurore
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ursula
2 Oct 2023
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Wir waren 6 Nächte dort, haben dann aber auf 5 Nächte verkürzt. Essen war mega lecker, Personal außerordentlich freundlich. Zustand des Hotels ist gepflegt und wird auch in Stand gehalten. Die Lage ist sehr einsam. Es gibts nichts Drumherum. Außer sehr viele frei laufende Hunde. Man musste ständig aufpassen, um nicht von irgendeinem Hund angesprungen zu werden. Besonders schlimm war der Hotelhund. Das war auch ein Grund unserer früheren Abreise. Für zwei Nächte sehr empfehlenswert, mehr sollte man sich dann sehr gut überlegen,
La estancia en Lankavatara fue espectacular. El hotel se encuentra en medio de una playa virgen rodeada de naturaleza. El servicio de todo el stuff fue simplemente excepcional, son la esencia de este hotel. En especial nuestro camarero Malshan se encargó de que todo fuese perfecto. Nos hicieron una cena romántica en la playa sin coste extra, nos llevaban las bebidas a la hamaca, siempre con mucha servicialidad. Suelen tener este tipo de detalles. Las habitaciones muy modernas y bien equipadas. SIn duda el mejor hotel de todos los que estuvimos. Comida muy rica, todos los platos están adaptados a los gustos occidentales, a penas pican. El chef es todo un maestro.
Sin duda un espacio para relajarte, disfrutar y dejarte llevar.
Los precios de la carta y del spa eran moderados para el bolsillo europeo, Se puede ver el menu en su web.
The resort is nice and wonderful view of the pool, but the feel of it wasnt for us and tje wifi being terrible meantnww ciuldbt stsy are we needed to be able to do some onojne work. When we asked to check out 1 night early from our 3 night stay they said they would try to resell the room to refund it bacl it us but they never did. The resort being remotely managed means the onsite staff cantaoe aby decisions.
Chambre panoramique au premier étage spacieuse, très agréable avec grand balcon vue mer. Il n'y a pas de TV mais le wifi est bon. Arrivée en fin d'après midi. L'hôtel n'est pas très facile à trouver (petite inscription sur le mur à gauche de la route). Je n'ai pas trouvé le personnel particulièrement chaleureux et nos échanges ont été limités au strict nécessaire. Séjour de deux nuits. Premier diner pris au restaurant en face et le deuxième au restaurant de l'hôtel. Malgré une pré-réservation à 17 heures 30 pas de possibilité d'avoir une langouste 350g. Les repas pris avec mon guide et mon chauffeur étaient bons mais chers, sauf les desserts qui étaient moyens. Mon chauffeur et mon guide ont estimé que leurs plats de noddles étaient bons mais pas assez copieux pour le prix.Le petit déjeuner traditionnel est correct mais j'ai été surpris par le plat très chaud qui est servi dans un grand bol à la fin (peut être du riz au lait ?).
L'hôtel est très isolé, la plage est propre mais la mer est très dangereuse. Il n'est pas possible de se baigner dans la mer.
LAURENT
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified
4/10 Poor
Christoph
13 Mar 2020
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Im Hotel angekommen wurden wir von niemandem Begrüßt, was wahrscheinlich an unseren Rucksäcken lag. Wir « Pöbel » kamen ja schließlich mit dem TukTuk und nicht mit einem privaten Fahrer. Allgemein könnte die Anlage wunderschön seien, jedoch laufen überall wilde Hunde umher, welche vom Hotelpersonal ignoriert werden. Die Hunde folgen einem überall hin in der Hoffnung etwas zu essen zu bekommen. Am Pool oder Strand eine Kleinigkeit essen? Unmöglich. Neben den Hunden ist der Service das wohl größte Problem. Komplett untrainiertes Personal, was hochnäsig über allem steht. Um ein paar Beispiele zu nennen: Die Hunde? Egal ob man Angst davor hat oder nicht, die sind halt da. Das Sri Lanka Frühstück? Gibt es nur, wenn man es am Vortag bestellt. Doof nur, dass einem das keiner sagt. Die Cocktails sind geschmacklich nicht gut, viel zu viel Wasser. Kokosnüsse gibt’s hier nicht. Tipp: Im Hotel neben an gibt es welche zu kaufen :) Die kaputte Klimaanlage habe ich noch gar nicht erwähnt. Als ich Bescheid gab, hieß es, sie wird repariert. Irgendjemand hat dann auch gegen halb 12 nachts etwas repariert,nur leider nicht unsere Klimaanlage. Falls ihr Pech habt und eure Klima auch nicht geht (oder fließend Wasser - fällt regelmässig aus) so dürft ihr auf keinen Fall die Türe offen lassen! Sonst kommendie Hunde sofort zu euch in’s Zimmer. Im Meer könnt ihr nicht baden, Lebensgefahr aufgrund von Strömungen! Das Abendessen ist geschmack. langweilig. Kühles weit vorher bestellten, sonst lauwarm.
Établissement magnifique au bord de la mer ... Chambres très propres , personnel disponible tout en étant discret. Restauration correcte mais un peu chère (vous trouverez néanmoins de quoi vous restaurer pour moins cher et très bon juste en traversant la route 😉).
Établissement idéal pour un moment de "farniente" en fin de séjour.
Lovely stay, lovely staff and great food. The hotel is away from the main Tangalle town, but we enjoyed that. rooms are roomy and nicely designed and furnished. Food was great and our overall experience was that we will be back!
Really loved that hotel. The staff was kind, friendly and passionate. Some did not speak well english but they try and go fetch some help if they can’t help and want to learn.
The food was good. Price in the range of new sri lanka (were everything is about 1000 rp) the room was clean, big and comfy.
Only thing is the wave are too strong and it is difficult to swim in the ocean and it is not recommended.