Rock Pool Residence
Rock Pool Residence
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Boasting lake views, Rock Pool Residence offers accommodation with balcony, around 100 metres from Tangalle Beach. It is set 18 km from Hummanaya Blow Hole and features a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation provides a shuttle service, while a bicycle rental service is also available. The units at the guest house feature private entrance and soundproofing so guests can enjoy a peaceful stay. With a private bathroom fitted with a walk-in shower, units at the guest house also feature free WiFi, while some rooms also feature a terrace. All units feature a desk. The guest house serves a Full English/Irish and Asian breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. The family-friendly restaurant at Rock Pool Residence specialises in Chinese cuisine, and is open for dinner and lunch. Activities such as snorkelling, cycling, fishing can be enjoyed in the surroundings, and guests can relax along the beachfront. A car rental service is available at the accommodation. Weherahena Buddhist Temple is 41 km from Rock Pool Residence, while Tangalle Lagoon is 5.4 km from the property. Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is 56 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Beachfront
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle (free)
- 2 restaurants
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Joanna
Poland“Everything was perfect, very clean and nice place, close to the beach, yummy breakfast, great staff, no airco, but the fan was doing well.” 
Saarvh
Netherlands“Samith and his cousin gave us the warmest welcome. The guesthouse has a beautiful garden and the rooms are all you need: clean, a good bed and a balcony. It is just a short walk to a long stretch of white sand & palm trees beach, swimming not...”
Miriam
Germany“The owner of the place is a really nice guy, really helpful and easy going. Also the food is excellent, the chef samith made sure all of our wishes were met and even more! He prepared extra vegan meals for us and they were amazing! The rooms (we...”- Ronja Germany“One of my favorite places that I stayed at during my time in Sri Lanka. The family who owns the place is super friendly, the garden very beautiful & the rooms spacious and clean. I had a super tasty breakfast & the beach is just 2 min walking...”
- Gemma
United Kingdom“Great place in a great location. The room was big and clean on the top floor. Had plenty of space to put clothes. The gardens were beautiful. Was only a 1 minute walk if that to the gorgeous clean quiet beach. Was so quiet on a night and slept...” - Baker United Kingdom“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...”
- Sophie Germany“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...”
- Iga Poland“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...”
- Simona
Spain“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...” - Mariia United Kingdom“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...”
Quality rating
Property surroundings
Restaurants2 restaurants on site
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineChinese
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian
- Restaurant #2
- CuisineSeafood • Local • Asian
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
Facilities of Rock Pool ResidenceGreat facilities! Review score, 8.9
Most popular facilities
- Beachfront
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle (free)
- 2 restaurants
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Breakfast
Bathroom
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Shower
Bedroom
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
- Landmark view
- Lake view
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Patio
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Dining table
Room Amenities
- Clothes rack
Activities
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Cooking class
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Beach
- Evening entertainment
- Water sport facilities on siteAdditional charge
- SnorkellingOff-site
- Cycling
- CanoeingAdditional chargeOff-site
- FishingOff-site
Living Area
- Dining area
- Seating Area
- Desk
Food & Drink
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingNo parking available.
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- Tour desk
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
- Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing service
- LaundryAdditional charge
General
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Grocery deliveriesAdditional charge
- Mosquito net
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Car hire
- Fan
- Ironing facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Languages spoken
- English
House rulesRock Pool Residence takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 5 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
