Halcyon Mawella Hotel - Tangalle
5.997738, 80.747441Overview
Beachfront boutique hotel in Tangalle with eco-friendly practices and unique reclaimed antique architecture
Beachfront Location & Eco Practices
Halcyon Mawella sits directly on Mawella Beach, a quiet stretch of sand used by local fishing boats. The hotel operates a foundation that cleans the beach of plastic and provides employment for women, producing chutneys and soaps for guests. No plastics are used on the property, and the architecture incorporates reclaimed antique materials.
Dining Experience
The on-site restaurant offers a rotating menu with British, Indian, Indonesian, Japanese, Malaysian, and Mediterranean cuisines. Breakfast includes continental, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and Asian options, with coffee made from Sri Lankan beans. The bar serves Lion draft beer and a signature Halcyon Spritz cocktail, with a separate upstairs bar for pre-dinner drinks.
Rooms & Architecture
Rooms are decorated with local antiques and feature high ceilings, rain showers, and mosquito nets. Each room opens onto a private terrace or balcony overlooking the pool and beach. No televisions or phones are provided, encouraging guests to disconnect; instead, an ice chest is replenished daily with complimentary soft drinks and beer.
Spa, Pool & Activities
The year-round outdoor swimming pool is set between the rooms and the beach, with sun loungers and umbrellas. Spa facilities are available on-site, and the hotel offers complimentary bodyboards for swimming and snorkeling in the sea. Guests can join guided tours to the Hummanaya Blow Hole and Tangalle Lagoon, or book a local fishing experience.
Family & Pet Friendly Amenities
Halcyon Mawella accommodates families with spacious triple rooms and a two-bedroom family villa with its own private pool. The resident Rhodesian Ridgeback dog, Loki, is part of the hotel team and welcomes guests. Staff organize kids' meals and can arrange babysitting through room service.
- Location: Steps from Mawella Beach, 63 km from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport
- Rooms: 8 bungalow-style rooms with private terraces and no TVs
- Dining: Rotating international menu with Sri Lankan coffee and cocktails
- Eco: Plastic-free property with women's foundation producing soaps and chutneys
- Activities: Complimentary bodyboards, guided tours to blow hole and lagoon
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Shower
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Air conditioning
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Sea view
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Shower
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Air conditioning
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Max:6 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Sea view
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Shower
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Private pool
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Luggage storage
Locker room
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Coffee shop
Paid shuttle service
Fitness centre
Outdoor swimming pool
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Snorkelling
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
Children
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Spa centre
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Essential information about Halcyon Mawella Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 366 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 6.0 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 2.8 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Mawella Lagoon SPB, DIW |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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