Buckingham Place - Tangalle
6.046996, 80.854427Overview
Boutique beachfront hotel on Rekawa Beach with a 33m ocean-facing infinity pool
Amenities & Facilities
Buckingham Place Tangalle offers two outdoor pools: a 33m ocean-facing infinity pool with a swim-up bar and a 12m quieter pool set in the nature garden. The property provides a range of recreational equipment including badminton, bicycle rental, billiards, table tennis, and a games room. Guests also have access to a small on-site spa, a snooker room, and temporary art galleries featuring work by resident artist Sony.
Rooms & Suites
All rooms at Buckingham Place Sri Lanka come with a king-size double bed and a veranda or balcony overlooking Rekawa Lagoon. The spacious air-conditioned rooms combine modern art with furnishings made from natural materials. Large private bathrooms include a bathtub and rain shower, with some suites featuring an open-air bathroom design.
Dining
The all-day open-air oceanfront restaurant and bar serves local and international dishes, including vegetarian options, with a selection of wines, beers, and spirits. There is no buffet - every meal is freshly prepared to order, and the menu changes daily. Breakfast is not restricted to early hours; guests can order from the menu until midday, all while overlooking the Indian Ocean.
Location & Surroundings
Buckingham Place Tangalle is located directly on Rekawa Beach, which is a known nesting ground for sea turtles. The hotel is within driving distance of Uda Walawe National Park for elephant viewing and Yala National Park, famous for leopards. The property itself is home to abundant wildlife, including monkeys, peacocks, and a resident wild pony that roams freely.
Wellness & Activities
The small on-site spa offers massages, facial treatments, manicures, pedicures, and couples massage packages. For active guests, the hotel provides bicycle rental, canoeing, badminton equipment, and movie nights. The property also features two swimming pools and a private beach area with sun loungers and umbrellas.
- Location: Rekawa Beach, between ocean and lagoon, near turtle nesting sites
- Rooms: 16 suites with lagoon views, king beds, and outdoor bathrooms
- Dining: No buffet - all meals freshly cooked to order, breakfast served till midday
- Wellness: On-site spa with massages, facials, and spa packages
- Highlights: 33m ocean-facing infinity pool with swim-up bar
- Activities: Canoeing, biking, billiards, movie nights, and badminton
- Pet-Friendly: Resident wild pony and friendly dogs on the property
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour security
Poolside snack bar
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Picnic area/ Tables
Paid airport shuttle
Infinity pool
Pedicure
Manicure
Facial
Body wraps
Sports & Fitness
- Canoeing
- Badminton
- Billiard tables
- Table tennis
- Yoga class
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Board games
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Infinity pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room view
- Garden view
- Lake view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Essential information about Buckingham Place
| 💵 Lowest room price | 217 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 7.1 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 20.3 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Mawella Lagoon SPB, DIW |
Location
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