Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort in Sri Lanka

Location

The Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort is located in Galle, the capital of the Southern Province of Sri Lanka. The city is not only known for having gorgeous beaches, but also for being home to many remaining historical buildings and sites. The resort is built on a coconut plantation and has access to the golden crescent beach on the Indian Ocean. Guests can access the resort by flying into Colombo’s Bandaranaike International Airport and taking a 45-minute flight via Cinnamon Air to Dickwella, which is only 10 minutes away from the resort.

 

Style & Character

This contemporary resort captures the idyllic views of Sri Lanka while reflecting the rich heritage of the coconut plantation it is built on. The resort buildings are nestled into palm trees on the edge of the ocean and their features angled roofs and pillars, reminiscent of a luxurious plantation home. Rooms in the resort are decorated in warm neutrals and feature dark wood detailing and ceiling. Wide windows allow guests to enjoy the the beauty of the outdoors from their rooms.

 

 

Amenities

All rooms in the resort come with the standard amenities like flat screen televisions, personal safes, and coffee machines. WiFi is also available to all guests. Other amenities include wine humidors in each room. All rooms have views of the ocean or the gorgeous gardens surrounding the hotel. The resort also offers the Anantara Spa where guests can go to relax. There is a public pool on site as well as a gym, tennis courts, and bicycle access.

 

 

Rooms

This resort offers a number of luxury rooms that are perfect to accommodate everything from a romantic getaway to a family vacation. Here is a complete listing of the different rooms and features available at the Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort:

 

• Premier Beach Access Room: This room features a daybed and dining furniture on a private balcony. There is a rain shower and oval bathtub in the spacious bathroom. This room also features a balcony or terrace with a gorgeous view of local tropical gardens.

 

• Premier Ocean View Room: These ocean view rooms take advantage of the beautiful beaches surrounding the resort. Rooms are available in king-size or twin. These rooms have private terraces that lead right to the ocean.

 

• Deluxe Ocean View Room: This room is perfect for a romantic getaway. It offers a spacious and elegant atmosphere with an amazing view of the ocean and a large soaking tub. The room comes with a balcony or terrace and has a dining table for guests to use indoors.

 

• Garden Pool Villa: The Garden Pool Villa is complete with a daybed, king-size bed, and a work desk. There is also an indoor living room so guests have enough space to enjoy their stay. There is a lounge indoors and an outdoor dining terrace. These villas also have BOSE sound systems and private plunge pools.

 

• Ocean View Pool Villa: These villas overlook the ocean so you can wake up to the sunrise over the water. They have private patios with an outdoor terrace and a private pool with sunbeds. Guests who stay here also have access to bicycles to go exploring.

 

• Beach Pool Villa: These villas are the closest rooms to the ocean. Head outside and jump in the water, or enjoy the sounds of the ocean from a private outdoor terrace. These villas also feature a private plunge pool and access to bicycles.

 

• Two-Bedroom Garden Pool Villa: The 2-bedroom villa is ideal for families on vacation. It is the most spacious accommodation in the resort and has a master bedroom and a second bedroom with twin beds. This villa has 2 bathrooms as well as a living room and dining room. Enjoy the private pool and outdoor shower.

 

 

 

Food & Drink

Not only is the food unforgettable at this resort, but so are the views you can take in while you dining. From dining on a cliff’s edge to enjoying the ocean shoreline, guests won’t be disappointed when it comes to their food options at this resort. Here are the various restaurants on site:

• Journeys: This restaurant overlooks the pool and the ocean. Guests can watch their Sri Lankan meal being cooked in the open kitchen, and there is always enough food at the buffet.

 

• II Mare: If you want to eat on a cliff’s edge, then this is the dining experience for you. This Italian restaurant has breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean and a delectable seafood menu.

 

• Verele: This restaurant offers teppanyaki-inspired Sri Lankan cuisine. Enjoy the meal beachside while you watch short acrobatic shows and enjoy the ocean breeze.

 

• El Vino: Mediterranean cuisine is available at this restaurant in the resort. Try the wine selection and tapas-style food.

However, if you are looking for something a little more romantic, you can schedule your own tailor-made private meal with Dining by Design. Select your own menu and location on the beach.

 

 

Things to Do

The resort offers a number of activities so you don’t have to worry about planning excursions.

Guests can enjoy organized trips to a number of attractions near the resort:

• Rekawa Turtle Conservation Project (25 minutes away)
• Mulkirigala Rock Temple (30 minutes away)
• Whale watching (1.5 hours away)
• Uda Walawe National Park (1.5 hours away)
• Handunugoda Tea Plantation (2 hours away)
• Yala National Park (2 hours away)

 

In addition, guests can participate in holistic exercise classes and kids can join the children’s’ club. For all of the foodies, there is a guided tour of fruits and vegetables in the area so you can try authentic Sri Lankan cuisine.