Rock Pool Residence

I really enjoyed my stay here! The owners were very friendly and helpful and made sure I had everything that I needed while respecting my privacy. Their food is also very tasty with great portions! The cabana was really cute and I loved sitting on the terrace admiring the garden and listening to the wildlife! I saw monkeys, monitor lizards and lots of birds! The property is a really short walk (5 mins) to the beach where you can swim safely.

It is rustic, so there were a few insects etc, but I didn’t mind - it’s a tropical location so I expected it! Bring mozzie spray and burn a coil and you’ll be fine.

We stayed for 3 nights and were sad to leave. The owner and his staff were very friendly, from the first moment we could tell he has a good heart! The room was unbelievably cheap but had everything we needed. Two comfortable beds with mosquito nets, a ceiling fan, a terrace with chairs, even hot water. The guesthouse is located a short walk from the beach, you only walk 2 minutes and you're there... The owner helped us with different things (like organizing a big Tuk Tuk that took us all the way to Ella). We were traveling with our 3 year old daughter and the owner and his staff were very friendly with her and gave her little extras for breakfast like a banana or some cake ;) Breakfast was not included, but very affordable and tasty. We hope we'll be back one day!

Objectively, there is little to complain about: the room was clean and big. The food was good. The beach is only 1 minute walk away (swimmable but barely). Laundry was done. (If I have to complain - we ordered breakfast for 8 am and it didn't arrive until 8:45).

Yet, we weren't impressed. The staff spoke little English so it was difficult to communicate, but eventually we did get everything done. In general, the staff was very slow with everything

Great owner with amazing family story... Good accomodation with nice breakfast. It's just 5 minute walk to the beautiful beach and beach bars. Right behind the corner there is also a very good spa and massage place. I would come back to Rock Pool definitely!

This was my third time staying in Tangalle and this was best accommodation I stayed in in this area. Everything was absolutely perfect. The place is really close to the beach, you can hear the soft sound of the sea from your room which is so nice and relaxing. The accommodation itself is spacious and clean, bed is really comfortable . I stayed in upper room with beautiful terrace. In night you can enjoy beautiful sky full of stars and take night walk to the beach. I enjoyed really nice breakfast in rock pool, believe me that you won't find anything cheaper around, so save yourself time 😄 You can use owners kitchen if you like and store your groceries in the fridge. Owner its really nice person, always does the best for you and absolutely respects your privacy. Thank you so much! Totally recommend and if Im coming back to Tangalle, I will definitely choose this accommodation:)

We stayed in the wooden cabana for 4 nights in March and really enjoyed our stay. The beach is just 1 minute away (not for swimming but with breathtaking views), a small store and bike rental is 10 minutes away. The area is calm, full of beautiful birds, there are peacocks walking around. There’s lots of local restaurants in the area. This property offers amazing local breakfast for a good price. The owner is helpful and very friendly. For us the fan was enough for staying cool in the night.

Wonderful location, 2 minute walk to the beach. This place is also underrated for its view and feel. We stayed in the private wooden bungalow and had the most comfortable experience, ending up extending our stay. Kumar, our host, was super nice and helpful and is a great cook. His breakfast was exceptionally good and affordable. If you’re lucky he’ll get you a refreshing coconut from his garden ;)

Rangithk is a friendly and helpful host. Its a Very quiet place near the beach and lagoon, 100m. I sah turtles on the beach, cause the turtle project is close by with friendly guys. It was the cleanest room of all my 5 weeks travel... You can rent canoe in 50m distance for 1000 lkr and scooter at the supermarket for 2000 lkr per day. The host also offered me to rent his tuk tuk..he also drove me to my next home for little money... I can recommend it at all...