Taru Villas -Mawella

Having booked to stay in Mirissa for three nights as part of our honeymoon, once we had gotten to that property, we didn't really like it much. So, we stayed there for two nights and looked around Tangalle (halfway between where we were, and our next stop at Hambantota) for a replacement stay for what would have been our third night in Mirissa. Taru Villas Mawella popped up, and looked great, so we booked. We're very very pleased we did. The grounds in which the villa is set are so beautiful, and right on the quiet, lovely beach. The room we stayed in (the master deluxe) was absolutely stunning, our nicest room of the trip so far. We had our own private plunge pool and access to the main shared pool. The food was absolutely exceptional. Best we'd had on our trip so far also. The vibe is very peaceful, very relaxing, very exclusive. We had a private dinner outside our room, overlooking the beach, which was very special. Sad we only got to stay for one night (although delighted we found it by accident, as we hadn't planned to stay here) - we'd very happily come back in future for longer.

Small gripe, but on the day of arrival we went next door to Tangalle Social to eat lunch (I think Tangalle Social and Taru Villas Mawella share a kitchen). We ordered at 1.45 and didn't get our lunch until gone 3.15, despite chasing several times, which felt an inordinately long wait. It seemed the kitchen was operating on a system whereby they cooked orders for people that had phoned in earlier, hence a backlog, but this wasn't made clear to us. Should say that the service next door in Taru Villas Mawella was excellent in contrast.

Paradise and we stay in some fantastic hotels It felt like having your own villa with staff But Without the solitude

From check in to checkout we had a fantastic stay at this property. This property embodies a very relaxed boutique feel which leads to 100% relaxation.

There are several small things that can be improved upon. For example, when I was sitting in the sun chairs at the beach, no staff bothered to ask me if I wanted water or other refreshments.

This place is magic! If you are looking for relax, privacy,exclusivity and beauty, this is the place. Our room with a private pool was huge! You can have a private dinner or go to the Taru Tangalle Social restaurant, the other property just next to Taru Mawella. Every single detail is just perfect! The food is so good!!!! The garden, the flowers the huge trees are unbelievable! Congratulation to Heshan, the manager, for his kindness and smile. Congratulation to all the staff because each one of you are doing a great job for caring so well of this place and make it a small paradise. Thank you! This was for sure one of the best moment that we had in Sri Lanka.

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