Top Hotels in Talpe
This guide to the best luxury, 5-star, and design-forward hotels in Talpe is manually curated by our editorial team based on first-hand research, verified guest reviews, location analysis, and overall service quality. Each hotel is selected to meet high standards of comfort, authenticity, and guest experience.
Offering an outdoor pool and views of the sea, The Frangipani Tree is set in Unawatuna, 1.9 mi from Japanese Peace Pagoda. The hotel has a sun terrace and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Certain units have a seating area for your convenience. Some units include views of the pool or garden. The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. You can play tennis at this hotel, and the area is popular for snorkeling. Galle Light House is 3.7 mi from The Frangipani Tree, while Galle Fort is 3.4 mi from the property. The Bandaranaike International Airport is 94 mi. Compulsory Supplements: Please be advised that there is a compulsory supplement for all guests staying at the property for Christmas Eve (24th December) and New Year's Eve (31st December). • Christmas Gala Evening (24th December): USD 100 (including taxes) per adult • New Year's Eve Gala (31st December): USD 125 (including taxes) per adult • Children (under 12 years): USD 125 (including taxes) per child • Infants (under 3 years): No charge Please note that children aged 6 years and above will be charged the adult rate. The Gala evenings include a celebratory 3-course meal, DJ, and sky lanterns. The supplement payment will be taken at the same time as the accommodations payment.
Guest Reviews:
- "A superb boutique hotel with excellent food and great staff just by the sea" - "Wonderful!" - "Special mention goes to Natasha, an excellent member of the team, and so thoroughly professional." - "An oasis" - "beautiful pool but property needs an upgrade. friendly staff but poor English and communication"
Fabulous
12 reviews
Located in Unawatuna, a few steps from Mihiripenna Beach, Sielen Diva has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring room service, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant and a terrace. The hotel also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. The rooms have a closet. The breakfast offers à la carte, continental or vegetarian options. Sielen Diva offers a spa center. You can play pool and darts at the accommodation. Galle International Cricket Stadium is 5.4 miles from Sielen Diva, while Galle Fort is 5.5 miles from the property. Koggala Airport is 3.1 miles away.
Guest Reviews:
- "It was the best place to compare all others where we stayd on our trip to Sri Lanka" - "We loved Sielen Diva, it was the best place where we were at Sri Lanka" - "An absolute gem of a boutique hotel. Would highly recommend for a five star stay!" - "This place is out of this world" - "The most wonderful stay in beautiful Sri Lanka" - "Beautiful tranquil villa on the beach with amazing staff and delicious food" - "Stay was excellent. Dinner was very good,specially Chef Tushara was very good"
Superb
173 reviews
Owl and the Pussycat Hotel & Restaurant has a fitness center, a garden and a sun terrace with swimming pool and continental breakfast in Unawatuna. Featuring a shared lounge, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. There's a restaurant serving Seafood cuisine, and free private parking is available. At the hotel, all rooms are equipped with a deskand a balcony with a garden view. All rooms have an electric tea pot, while some rooms also offer a kitchenette with a fridge, a minibar and a stovetop. All rooms feature a safety deposit box. Bike rental and car rental are available at Owl and the Pussycat Hotel & Restaurant and the area is popular for diving and cycling. The reception at the accommodation can provide tips on the area. Mihiripenna Beach is a few steps from Owl and the Pussycat Hotel & Restaurant, while Galle International Cricket Stadium is 5.5 miles away. Koggala Airport is 3.1 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest Reviews:
- "exceptionally great" - "Highly recommend" - "A Hidden Gem on the Coast" - "Exceeded our expectations" - "For sure I'll recommend it for friends" - "Owl and Pussycat and the Dr Barker Special." - "Beautiful stay here." - "A luxurious stay right on the beach in Talpe!" - "Beautiful location and generous sized rooms." - "Amazing staff, location, food, service and trip!" - "Superb, would highly recommend this hotel"
Good
80 reviews
Along the Southern coast of Sri Lanka sits the luxurious Era Beach, offering stunning natural beaches and an outdoor pool. Free Wi-Fi and free parking can be enjoyed on-site. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Galle Fort is a 10-minute drive from Era Resort. Colombo International Airport is a 4-hour drive away. Alternatively, the Air Taxi service from Koggala is just 10 minutes’ drive from the resort. The elegant guestrooms at Era Beach feature four-poster beds and either a balcony or private courtyard. Each is equipped with a tea/coffee maker and mini-bar. Private bathrooms have shower facilities. In the afternoons, guests may take a relaxing stroll in the landscaped gardens or dip their toes in the sea. Laundry services can be arranged at the sister property 'Jetwing Lighthouse'. A daily American and Continental breakfast is served at Era’s dining room. Tapas and refreshing drinks can be enjoyed at the bar.
Guest Reviews:
- "An oasis"
Good
23 reviews
Apa Villa offers a peaceful retreat in Galle, featuring spacious suites that overlook the tropical gardens. This property has an outdoor swimming pool, bar and provides free Wi-Fi. Tastefully decorated, rooms come with modern interiors and warm lighting. All are fitted with a mosquito net and a private bathroom with shower facilities. The resort offers Western and local seafood dishes for room service. Available for all-day dining, the bar serves light snacks and refreshing beverages. With a 24-hour front desk, staff can assist with currency exchange services. Car rental and sightseeing bookings can be made at the on-site tour desk. Villa Apa is 9.3 mi from the historic Galle Fortress Port, a UNESCO-listed site. It is a 5-minute walk from Thalpe Bus Station and 6.2 mi from Galle’s city center.
Guest Reviews:
- "A small section of Paradise" - "Can" - "Great stay" - "A beautiful very private villa with amazing food and great service" - "We had a fantastic time staying here it was paradise at the end of our 3 week holiday in Sri Lanka" - "Wonderful Place to Chill at Thaple Beach" - "Stylish boutique hotel in a wonderful location." - "Definitely worth to consider" - "Beautiful villas right infront of the beach, scenic pool and peaceful environment. The staff were really friendly and ve"
Fabulous
56 reviews
Located on the Western tip of Sri Lanka, Satin Doll provides charming Sri Lankan-style accommodations in Galle, only 1.6 mi from Galle Fort and Galle Lighthouse. It welcomes guests with a private beach area, an outdoor pool and free WiFi access. Satin Doll is only 2.1 mi from Galle Railway Station and 1.6 mi from Galle’s beautiful Dutch Church. Galle Port is 0.7 mi away while Bandaranaike International Airport is 95 mi away. The elegantly furnished rooms all feature a private patio with an outdoor dining area. Other amenities include air conditioning, a large wardrobe and an private bathroom. Rooms offer stunning views of the Indian Ocean. Guests can rent a bicycle/car to explore the area or enjoy some quiet time at the library. The accommodations also offers a business center, massage services and laundry/ironing services. An airport transfer can be arranged at a surcharge. Staff at Satin Doll can arrange for grocery deliveries and barbecued meals. Sri Lankan, Indian and Western meals will be served at the on-site restaurant.
Superb
62 reviews
