Taru Villas -Mawella

“Taru Villas was truly impressive from the outset. The setting is a beautiful colonial style villa located on a secluded stretch of beach that feels private. Our room and bathroom were beautifully appointed and decorated - the most lovely room of our trip and definitely 5-star standard. The staff were attentive and accommodating during our stay. I cannot say enough about the food - it was outstanding and the best rice and curry we had in Sri Lanka. Unfortunately our stay was during the evolving coronavirus pandemic. Saying that the hotel managed to maintain the peace and tranquility, and were incredibly helpful when we were trying to reschedule our flights home. It was our honeymoon trip, but we plan to try again next year and will definitely be returning to Taru Villas.”

“The perfect destination on the South coast of Sri Lanka. An idyllic colonial villa with a nice garden and exclusive beach area that makes it the ideal place for couples. The staff member that looked after us was incredibly helpful and accommodating, and really worked out just what we were looking for. The food was amazing, particularly the prawn and black pork curries.”

“The property was just amazing. If you can, take the “master bedroom”. Its size, furnishing, style, the porch and the view are all breathtaking. Great, attentive service (all the staff included). They were friendly, kind, helpful, made our room sparkling clean and beautiful every day. Breakfast is super good, rest of the food is OK as well. Quiet, basically private beach with pristine ocean, soft sand and sunshine. Stayed 4 nights, definitely a 10/10 hotel experience.”

“This hotel is simply in a league of its own. The staff are attentive without being too pushy. They are friendly and professional and have clearly received a high level of training. The whole hotel oozed peace and tranquility. The decor incredible. The setting right on the beach enviable. The food was simply delicious and very reasonably priced. If you are lucky enough to stay at Taru Villas, Mawella, I would highly recommend the Eggs Benedict for breakfast. The coffee served here is flavoursome and hot, the first decent cup of coffee I had enjoyed in 12 days since arriving in Sri Lanka. The coffee is served to you, free of charge, on request rather than having tea and coffee making facilities in your room. To be able to have dinner and breakfast on your own private patio, looking out towards the sea was surreal. I can only use positive superlatives to describe how awesome Taru Villas is. It was my birthday during our stay and the staff kindly presented me with a birthday cake and sang happy birthday. A wonderful and unexpected surprise. A massive thank you to all the staff for making our stay so memorable. It felt like we had found paradise. My only regret is that we hadn't booked to stay longer. We will definitely return.”

“The taru villas are located at the silent mawella beach, perfect for long walks and swimming in the ocean. The resort is perfectly integrated in the nature with spacious and clean rooms in vintage design. I want to highlight the wonderful staff that anticipate someones every wish. Thanks for a great stay!”