Lagoon Paradise Beach Resort

Sri Lanka , Tangalle
Tangalle, Marakolliya
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10/10

Exceptional

30 Jan 2026

Gareth

Staff super friendly and helpful

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

29 Dec 2025

Bauche

Grand hôtel , grande chambre , bonne literie , belle piscine , restaurant sur la plage accessible par un petit pont . Mais Climatisation en panne le 1 er soir , et surtout pas internet dans les chambres , à 100 euros la nuit , inadmissible . Dommage

Leisure Friends

4/10

Poor

07 Aug 2025

Arulrajah

Food options are not available and food is not tasty.
We order butter naan and they brought two roddi not naan. I think they don’t have naan oven.
I have booked deep tissue massage and it was not good at all.

Family

8/10

Excellent

24 Jun 2025

Denise

Lovely hotel was being repainted as we stayed just out of season. The pool and restaurant were great and the staff were very helpful. Be aware the hotel is a little remote from anything else out of season and there no real entertainment around out of season, however the area looks like it would be lively in the season but please note the hotel is still a fair walk to the next bar or hotel and 20 mins to the main strip so tuk tuk will be required

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Mar 2024

John

A fair price

Very relaxing stay next to the lagoon but also an easy walk to the beach. Only one restaurant was open aged that was on the beach so a bit of a trek when it rained. My room looked out on to a corridor which wasn’t ideal and the sealant around bathroom fittings was black with mildew. But largely these are minor details to a comfortable and relaxing stay at a fair price.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

01 Mar 2024

Moira

Resort with Lovely setting if a bit isolated

This resort has a fantastic setting on Tangalle beach and has a lovely pool and other facilities. Restaurant has a wonderful setting on the beach and we enjoyed an excellent dinner there. Rooms and bathroom very large.
Unfortunately there are 2 negatives
1) fairly isolated only a few other resorts close by- Tangalle centre about 3 km away
2) The WiFi is bad. WiFi only in restaurant and lobby and not great there. In 2024 this isn’t good enough

Partner

2/10

Poor

03 Jan 2020

Teena

disgusting

Full of mosquitos, drab, air con didn’t work, they didn’t care. We didn’t sleep a wink after paying 200 USD for a night which is well above the rate for a hotel in Sri Lanka, especially one of this standard. The breakfast buffet was disgusting with squirrels jumping on it, but I wouldn’t have eaten the food anyway. Not a single smile from anyone in the hotel, and terrible service. We needed to just leave cash upon check out as we waited so long to be served, we had to walk out and there was 3 staff and only one other guest.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

24 Dec 2019

Arunas

Very nice place, almost private beach, only 4-5 persons at the time.
The standard room is not very cozy, but has everything you need.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Mar 2019

KEN

Lived up to it's advertising

This is a genuine resort , unlike many who describe themselves as such , but are really just homestays . Lagoon Paradise obviously aspires to maintain a good standard. It is far enough along the beach to be away from the older grubbier parts of town , but is only a 300 LKR ride from town .. Restaurant is good and there are plenty of other dining choices within walking distance along the beach .

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

04 Feb 2019

Magdalena

Just okay

When we pulled up to the resort in a Tuk tuk it had a spectacular lobby i mean it was beautiful, fancy, clean elegant top notch but then Once I got to my room (cabana) it looked like a dungeon. the bathroom door was a heavy wooden door that you had to kick it open or close it. Beds were firm. Lighting was poor in room. No fridge or tv ( not that I was looking for a tv) no blow dryer but all these things were supposed to be included as per description on hotels.com. Staff were great tho, food was just okay.... first time in 10 days of being in Sri Lanka my stomach was upset after eating their breakfast buffet. Beach was okay, the sea was very rough by far not safe to swim in the current was extremely strong. Also location was further out of Tangalle town. Overall I give it a 3/5.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

31 Dec 2018

Walt

Great setting on the lagoon and ocean The beach is not crowded even during peak season. Kayaking in the lagoon was really nice. Great staff. Our only complaint was that our balcony faced the hall on one side so we had no privacy. Overall really nice

10/10

Exceptional

11 Oct 2018

killian

Pretty close to paradise - at bargain price

I really like this hotel and have now been here three times. I find it quite stylish and great value for money. The staff are great, and I particularly commend the pool attendent, domestic staff and restaurant staff. Great pool, really good size and nicely shaded with trees. It also has a seperate shallow bit great for young kids - you can swim while keeping an eye on them. I will be back!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Oct 2018

Alexandre

Amazing pool! Worth the stay!! Friendly staff!

Amazing hotel!! pool worth the stay!!!! staff very friendly and helpful!! Great room and huge bathroom! a little away from the city, but otherwise, nothing bad to say!

Partner

4/10

Poor

26 Sep 2018

Lelani

Total Catfish

Warning, this will be long but trust me its worth reading. Will have to list it cause there was so much...
-No Wi-Fi in rooms only in public spaces but only really worked in the reception lounge.
- Only 1 restaurant next to the beach which sounds great until night falls and you're attacked by flies
-Food menu is rubbish for half board and breakfast was cold for both days, not much options either
-Pool was dirty, worn out towels and sun beds. Pool attendant sat round not doing anything since hotel was dead.
- There was building work being done so not quiet or relaxing
- our room was disgusting.. it was cleaner when we left than when we checked in. Ant trails all over the bathroom. Stained towels and bedding. Broken furnishings and out worn seats.
- They add so much commission on to odering taxis or tuk tuks. They asked for 2500rs then came down to 1500rs and coming back we paid 800rs for 16km. Taxi from them, don't bother cause you'll pay double.
- Staff stood round all the time, time to lean time to clean which the hotel massively needs!!
It is not worth the stars or the money. You'll save so much from staying further into the city with much better rooms. I wish we never stayed here, unfortunately was not just our room as we spoke to 2 other couples who felt they'd been ripped off also. Was not a good experience and we shan't be reccomending to anyone. Hope this is helpful to anyone reading.

8/10

Excellent

17 Jul 2018

Verified traveler

Nice location near the lagoon and a pit stop before Yala.

8/10

Excellent

05 Apr 2018

Sarah

Two friends and a pleasant stay

We stayed at the hotel for two nights, and had a pleasant stay. The staff were really helpful in organising transportation for us, both to our next destination and to the local area. They organised transportation to a turtle sanctuary which I would recommend.

Our room at the hotel was a cabana room, so we got a good view over the lagoon. One thing worth a mention is that to get to the beach you need to go on a raft pulley system over the lagoon. There is a member of staff who takes you over there, I don’t know at what times this is manned for we only used it during the day. The beaches themselves are amazing - the area itself is quiet and peaceful. If you want to get a tuk tuk into town it is cheap.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

21 Dec 2017

derek

Great place to stay in tangle

We had a great time staying here the restaurant for the hotel is on the beach which is across a lagoon .
The staff here were all more than helpful with any of our inquires.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

14 Mar 2017

CHRISTOPHER

The ac is broken yet it took them 30 minutes before they will change my room

10/10

Exceptional

01 Mar 2017

John

Large hotel with the only pool in the area.

From the moment we arrived we were treated very well by the staff,who bothered about our well being and were invariably pleasant and helpful.We had chosen the hotel for its nearness to the beach and the ability for us to walk in to Tangalle when we wanted. We thought and were proved right that it was far enough from the Negombo/Bentota strip to exclude the normal 'All inclusive' tourist. Although the guests often came for only a few days they were invariably pleasant, well travelled and interesting people to talk to.

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jan 2017

Verified traveler

A beautiful place right at the beach, great for doing nothing

Partner

2/10

Poor

20 Dec 2016

Katherine

Won't be coming back

Bathroom in our standard room was not nice. Out of date, not clean and full of insects. All the hotel money seems to be spent on the entrance hall and not the rooms. Food was poor / inedible and although two restaurants listed only one available.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Aug 2016

nettie

A lovely resort when you arrive, but abit off the beaten track,

Tangalle town isn't much so don't bother, but the surrounding beaches are fantastic.

Had a great aryvedic massage from Pisandu. Highly recommend.

8/10

Excellent

14 Feb 2016

Jess

It was a great place to relax!

We got up in the morning, ate, stayed by the pool, ate by the ocean and walked on the beach! It was a very serene and calm atmosphere, just what was needed. We didn't go away from the hotel so not sure what the town was like. There is a beautiful lagoon where you can kayak and canoe. The beach is fairly deserted not full of people or buildings! I highly recommend if you just want to get away and spend some time by the pool and listening to the waved as you enjoy a meal!

8/10

Excellent

14 Feb 2016

Ashvin

Comfortable to stay

Partner

4/10

Poor

17 Jan 2016

Verified traveler

Great pool and location. We didn't feel though that overall the hotel lived up to its online description and price category. Food at the hotel was particularly poor. And some of the facilities described are not exactly as they are. They don't proactively support guest, if you ask they some times helped. They did seem to over charge compared to prices we have been quoted elsewhere during our time in Sri Lanka.

8/10

Excellent

12 Jan 2016

Verified traveler

Exorbitant taxi fare quotes for onward travel

No WIFI in bedrooms. Service in Crocodile Restaurant very slow. Exorbitant prices for taxi ordered from hotel for onward travel. New rooms beautifully fitted out.

Partner

4/10

Poor

17 Dec 2015

Chris

Has potential but overall disappointing

Disappointing stay overall. We got a free room upgrade and the room was nice, however, it was on the forth floor (no lift) and we had to walk though a building site to get to it! The staff weren't attentive or knowledgable about the local area. It has a lot of potential and could be very nice but it isn't there yet. We booked for 3 nights and only stayed 2!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2015

Verified traveler

Great property.

Lovely hotel. good pool and beach areas with a lovely beach restaurant. Beach isn't for swimming but staff said there was area for swimming not far.

10/10

Exceptional

25 Apr 2015

Steve

Paradise Found

After a long day of travel from Amsterdam we arrived at th hotel just in time for breakfast. Our prearranged airport shuttle was on time and friendly.

The hotel is nice (could use some more ambiance) but grounds are well maintained and staff work hard and are super friendly and helpful.

Food is lovely at all restaurants. We stayed in the newer rooms and they were spacious, clean and bright with lots of windows (would recommend). I think the top floor has some ocean views.

The true paradise is hitting the beach and walking about 2 minutes east to the swimming hole. We hung there all week in the hammocks at mangroves.

Tangalla is a great place for couples, families or a super chill group of friends. There are enough restaurants along the beach to keep you busy for a couple nights but certainly no party atmosphere - unless you bring your own.

We will be back!

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2015

Paul

Lagoon Paradise

Comfortable hotel in beautiful location.
Lovely helpful staff.
Food could be better - more interesting menu, quicker service.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Aug 2025

Verified traveler

Dejligt sted med smuk strand

Dejligt hotel lige ved stranden. Vi boede i hytterne. Venligt personale. Dog skal man vide at man ikke kan bade på stranden da bølger og strøm er for farligt. Dejlig pool.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Oct 2024

Eileen

We really enjoyed our stay in the lagoon paradise resort and even decided to stay one day longer than initially planned. You can enjoy the breakfast (as well as dinner) in the nice beach restaurant with a great view. We booked a cabana which was located near the swimming pool. We would definitely recommend the hotel to anybody who visits Tangalle! Special thanks also to the staff (especially Weerasena & Thisara) who were more than welcoming.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Feb 2020

Tomas

Very quite and calm hotel with the restaurant situated on a fantastic beach.
Hotel staff very professional and serviceminded.
If you want to go for a run or walk the sorroundings are perfect with

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Nov 2019

Joseph

n très bon séjour.

Très bel hôtel.Belle et grande chambre avec grand balcon terrasse.Restaurant sur la plage surtout pour savourer la bonne cuisine et les petits déjeuners le matin Grande piscine .Tres bon rapport qualité prix

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jan 2019

Verified traveler

Parfait

Super hôtel, emplacement juste génial au pieds d'une plage paradisiaque.
Cet endroit garde un côté sauvage concernant la plage, peut de monde très agréable.
Restauration, serveur au top.
Je conseille fortement ce lieu.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Dec 2018

Heidi

Upea ranta kohde

Ihana rauhallinen paikka. Ranta upea ei juurikaan ihmisiä. Hotelissa ystävällinen ja eritin palvelu altis henkilökunta😁👍

Partner

2/10

Poor

24 Jul 2018

Verified traveler

dirty, dead body of mosquito all over the bed. no restaurant/bar near the beach as it claimed.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Mar 2018

Christian

Tolles Hotel, Schnäppchen

Bestes Hotel auf der Rundreise. Deluxezimmer (Nr. 35) für 55€ am gleichen Tag gebucht. Top. Minibar, riesiges Bad, bequemes Bett, riesen Zimmer, toller Pool in fantastischem Palmengarten, top Service, top Frühstück für hiesige Verhältnisse. Rundum gelungen.
Tipp: Die Cabanas sind m.E. das Geld nicht wert. Haben eine besichtigt und uns sofort für Deluxe Zimmer entschieden.
Riesiger einsamer Strand, der aber kaum zum Schwimmen geeignet ist (Wellen, Strmung), daher auch keine Liegen am Strand.
Sehr gutes Restaurant \"The big crocodile\" angeschlossen.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

31 Jan 2018

Pawel

Ogólnie Hotel warty polecenia :)

Po przyjeździe otrzymałem pokój z grzybem na ścianach pokój na parterze, po interwencji przeniesiono mnie na piętro i tam pokój był już jak najbardziej w porządku . Drobnym minusikiem jest fakt iż internet dostępny jest tylko w lobby i w restauracji na plaży i to bardzo wolny, brak internetu w pokojach czy przy basenie , ale na wakacjach można postarać sie być chwilę \"bez smyczy\" internetu ogólnie bardzo ładny basen , dobre jedzenie w restauracji na plaży, no i prześliczna plaża : długa , piaszczysta i przez większość dnia pusta i kameralna :)

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jan 2018

Erik

rekommenderar

Fint rum, stor fräsch lobby. Nära till stranden samt en fin pool. Ganska dyrt men värt det.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

12 Apr 2017

fab

Grande structure hôtelière demi finie

Cet endroit à beaucoup de potentiel mais manque de moyen pour atteindre ses ambitions
Belle chambre mais avec airco en panne!!
Au Check out on vous relance par ce qu'il manque des serviettes de toilette alors que le compte y est!!
On vous propose des chambres avec balcon sur l réception parce que vous avez réservé à un meilleur prix par internet!!

10/10

Exceptional

24 Mar 2017

Verified traveler

Super hotel à recommander!

Hotel bien situé en bord de plage avec restaurant sur la plage
Grande piscine calme et agreable
Bonne nourriture
Chambre grande et spacieuse
Bon rapport qualité prix bref un super endroit sur une plage paradisiaque
Attention plage dangereuse pour la baignade mieux vaut marcher un peu plus loin et se baigner devant des rochers qui protègent du courant qui vous emporte

8/10

Excellent

31 Jul 2016

Verified traveler

Lekker bijkomen aan het zwembad

Prima hotel, perfecte ligging aan strand. Kamers comfortabel, wel wat harde bedden en gedateerde simpele badkamers. Zwemmen in zee kan alleen in dec t/m feb. Perfect zwembad.

10/10

Exceptional

14 Apr 2016

Verified traveler

RSA

Perfekt

Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Mar 2016

Verified traveler

Pas decu

Agréable sejour bon petit dej

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

21 Feb 2016

Verified traveler

Restaurantqualität schwankend, Strandrestaurant insgesammt gut, Service insgesammt gut, Ausstattung teilweise \"renovierungsbedürftig\" für diese Preisklasse und Sri Lanka zu teuer, das Preis/Leistungsverhältnis war anderswo weit besser

8/10

Excellent

14 Jan 2016

Charlotte

Stranden är väldigt fin och med få turister. Hotellet ligger väldigt bra, med kort promenad till lugnare bad då annars mestadels stora vågor. Hotellet var rent och fint, men utan genuin service.

Partner

4/10

Poor

03 Jan 2016

You better have plenty of time to spare

The location of the hotel is great, as it's right by the beach, just a short bridge over the disgusting lagune. The rooms are ok, but not nearly as good as i would expect from a hotel in this price-range. Rooms are big, but feel very cold with the stone floor and walls, and no furniture besides a bed, a closet and a small table (all look quite old). Not a lot of hotels to choose from, so not sure if the alternatives are much better.

The major disadvantage of this hotel, is the staff. There's a lot of staff, but they are utterly useless! When you order food at their restaurant, which you'll have to do since there are no alternatives, you have to give them your order at least 3 times before they actually consider giving it to the kitchen. Once they have your order, you'll get something back (likely not what you actually ordered, but something), in about 45 minutes if you're lucky. Even if you just ask for a coffee, it will take them at least 30-45 min. If you need to ask the staff for a towel or any service at all, then good luck to you. You'll have to ask/tell them many times, and it will take a long time before they bother doing anything, if anything at all. We weren't the only ones with this problem, every day i saw customers almost crying when they tried to get help with even the smallest things from the staff.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Sep 2015

Verified traveler

아름다운 바닷가가 보이는 호텔

가격대비 전반적인 서비스는 만족스러웠어요..그런데 음식을 좀 별로였어요. 바닷가 풍경은 매우 아름다워서 가족여행으로는 적합합니다

8/10

Excellent

03 Aug 2015

Malin

A hotel where service is the highest priority

We stayed here for a wedding and extended our vacation to experience Sri Lanka and this hotel was wonderful. We had no problems all week long. The service was outstanding. We loved the breakfast choices. The grounds where beautiful and well kept. Grounds keepers when over the whole hotel several times a day. The staff where helpful with all our questions and seemed to be happy to work here. Having one restaurant on the ground and one one the beach was genius! We could always bill our room and didn't have to carry around excessive cash. We came home well rested and happy. Thank you Lagoon Paradise Beach Hotel!