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Bodhi Mawatha, Wella Mawatha | Godellawela, Tangalle, Sri Lanka
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Ranked #3 of 10 hotels in Tangalle
4.5 of 5 stars 95 Reviews
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  • Sri Lanka(10)
  • Private beach(5)
  • Not much(3)
  • Infinity pool(3)
  • First nights(3)
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milano
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“the restaurant is nothing special”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2012

If you plan to go on vacation to Amanwella Hotel in Tangalle, it means that you have the budget to afford it and you deserve perfection.
We vited the place beginning of January 2 times just to have a drink at the bar, and one time for dinner. So we do not judge the hotel.
What we got was, one of the most amazing views, a fantastic dramatic architecture inspired by the genius of Bawa in its special tropical modernist style.
Very nice waiters, but the service was much too long, we had to ask the bill for about half an hour, they could not provide a mosquito repellent (we where literally attacked, mosquitos are democratic and don't care about the place).
The list of wine was poor (the italian wine was of a rather low quality, we are italian and we know), the menu was lacking in fish, and what we got was really so so.
We had much better food on the simple shacks on the beach, with all sort of fishes, including lobsters.
You may run into a pop star or an hollywood actress, if you care about it. We don't.
My advice if you are in the area is to go there to have a drink for sunset. Enjoy the view, and go elsewhere for dinner.


Not very expensive.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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LOndon
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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“Relaxed, friendly”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012

An extremely well run group of 28 gorgeous suites overlooking a fabulous golden, private beach. Amanwella stands out for its friendly, relaxed atmosphere and immaculate attention to detail. Swimming in the sea or the affinity pool, food and drink when you want it, no fuss just a luxurious break.

Room Tip: Ocean suites have a direct view of the bay, but the views are good further up too.
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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Lazing by the sea”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012

Amanwella is a wonderful place to stay and laze around, with impeccable Aman service and style. We had an ocean suite, with a superb view and the whole place is geared for relaxing. I'd say that adding a gym would be an improvement, but Amanwella has a magnificant swimming pool and I didn't find the energy to use it so probably wouldn't have used a gym either I suppose. Some more discernment around the wine list selection would be very welcome - I'm not talking about price here, but about the quality of some of the wines on offer. This is a common problem with the top resorts in Asia, probably reflecting too much influence of local wine distributors and surely can be fixed.

Room Tip: Pay a little more and get an ocean suite.
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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Do Not Stay Here”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012
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This was by far one of the most disappointing Aman properties I have ever been to and I've been fortunate to be at many. Pietro was a terrible hotel manager and the food was disgusting for a 5 star hotel, or whats supposed to be a 5 star hotel. Just being honest.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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“Amanwella Resort, Tangalle, Sri Lanka”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012

This hotel is a MUST, if planning a trip to Sri Lanka. Pietro and his team offer impeccable service and attention to every detail. The beach is breathtaking. I highly recommend taking a yoga class with their in-house yogi, Michael Lear. He's the real deal. Unfortunately, the property doesn't have a gym.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Address: Bodhi Mawatha, Wella Mawatha | Godellawela, Tangalle, Sri Lanka
Price range (per night):* INR34,502 - 47,048

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