Travelers enjoy ocean view dining at Turtle Paradise's restaurant or sample wines from the property vineyard while relaxing at this beautiful white-sand beach
Turtle Paradise near Rekawa Beach offers a family-friendly retreat with a winery, ocean-view restaurant, and coffee shop. Guests can use the free beach shuttle to the white sand shore or relax in the garden while kids enjoy the playground.
Located in Rekawa, Turtle Paradise is in the entertainment district and on a river. Turtle Watch Rekawa is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Rekawa Beach and Goyambokka Beach. Parewella Natural Swimming Area and Hummanaya Blow Hole are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, rock climbing and mountain climbing. Visit our Rekawa travel guide
Rekawa Beach, Rekawa, Hambantota, 82200
What's nearby
Turtle Watch Rekawa
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Rekawa Beach
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Tangalle Beach
17 min drive - 9.1 km
Parewella Natural Swimming Area
21 min drive - 14.1 km
Goyambokka Beach
23 min drive - 15.9 km
Getting around
Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)
180 min drive
Restaurants
KFC
16 min drive
Wavy Ocean Hotel
17 min drive
Pumpkin Restaurant and Little Cabanas
19 min drive
Saliya Seafood Restaurant
14 min drive
Lucky Beach
18 min drive
About this property
Turtle Paradise
Family-friendly hotel near Turtle Watch Rekawa
Located close to Rekawa Beach, Turtle Paradise provides an attached winery, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. Active travellers can enjoy mountain biking at this hotel. The on-site restaurant, Turtle paradise, features ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Free self-parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Express check-out, express check-in and a reception hall
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and fireplaces, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and first-run films.
More amenities include:
Children's books and art supplies
Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets and day beds
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
32-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
Private gardens, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 10 kilometres
Free beach shuttle
Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 5 for adults and USD 3.50 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Couples/private dining
Private picnics
Restaurants on site
Turtle paradise
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycle rentals
Free children's club
Mountain biking
Playground
Scooter/moped rentals
Winery
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Art supplies
Beach toys
Children's books
Children's games
Children's toys
DVD player
Free babysitting
Free children's club
Free supervised activities for children
Laundry facilities
Mini-fridge
Playground
Separate bedroom
Separate in-room dining area
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Shared refrigerator
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Direct access to the beach
Garden
In a national park
On a lake
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
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Art Deco architecture
Built in 2018
Designated smoking areas
Mosquito nets
Reception hall
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Day bed
Egyptian cotton sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Bathroom
Bidet
Designer toiletries
Dressing gowns
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
DVD player
First-run films
Netflix
Pay films
Streaming services
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Champagne service
Free bottled water
Ice maker
Mini-fridge
Minibar
Separate dining area
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Access via exterior corridors
Ceiling fan
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Fan
Fireplace
Free local calls
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Safe
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed rooms
Washing machine
Policies
Check-in
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 15
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets stay for free
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 5 for adults and from USD 3.5 for children
Airport shuttle fee: USD 90 per vehicle (return)
Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 90 (return), (up to 10 years old)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Turtle Paradise Hotel Tangalle
Turtle Paradise Tangalle
Turtle Paradise Hotel
Turtle Paradise Rekawa
Turtle Paradise Hotel Rekawa
Frequently asked questions
Is Turtle Paradise pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Turtle Paradise?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Turtle Paradise?
Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Turtle Paradise?
Checkout is at 10 AM.
Does Turtle Paradise provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 90 per vehicle applies.
Where is Turtle Paradise located?
Offering direct access to the beach, this Rekawa hotel is in the historical district, steps away from Turtle Watch Rekawa and Rekawa Beach. Parewella Natural Swimming Area and Goyambokka Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Turtle Paradise Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Nice place close to the beach, pleasant surroundings and you can watch the birds and couple of squirrels playing around :) Friendly stuff.
Klara
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
23 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect for turtle viewing
If you're looking for a beach vacation with ocean views, this is not the spot. If you're looking for luxury, this is not where you should stay. However if you're looking to sleep somewhere with a mosquito net over your head, a place to shower and 2 minutes away from seeing turtles then this is the place for you. This hotel has the essential basic needs, bed, shower, mosquito net, towels, soap, toilet paper. I mention these, because if you're expecting a hotel that provides shampoo, lotions, a fridge or any other amenities, this is not the case.
Service on the other hand is exceptional. The staff and everyone who works at the hotel is very kind and happy to accommodate our requests. The menu was varied, and we tried quite a few dishes and were pleased with all of them.
If you're coming to see turtles on Rekawa beach, then book your stay here, it's literally a 2 min walk to the beach (we saw baby turtles making their way to sea, and mama turtles laying eggs in the evening). If however you don't care about seeing turtles, book elsewhere. The hotel is not close to much else, and there are no swimmable close by.
Homely atmosphere. Friendly staff. Sandy beach within minutes.
Good value for money.
sath
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
4/10 Poor
Carolin
25 June 2023
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Positive: The family running the hotel is very sweet and kind. It’s also located close to the beach where you can watch Turtles, so that’s a plus.
Negative: Unfortunately our room was very dirty. It looked like it wasn’t cleaned at all after the previous guests left. Many, many hair on the bed, pillow and ground. Dead insects on the floor, in the bathroom and the mosquito net above the bed too. 0/10 for cleanliness.
Our checkin was a little rough also, as nobody was there when we arrived. The guy who finally came after 20min of waiting barely spoke any English, was kind though.
Turtle Paradise er et sted som absolutt kan anbefales om man skal den veien. Standarden kan virke litt lavere ved første øyekast, men man finner raskt ut at dette er en liten oase et stykke fra Tangalle sentrum. Kort spasertur til stranden med skilpadde-sightseeing. Litt for lang avstand til sentrum, men dette gjenspeiler seg i en pris som vi faktisk opplevde som for lav i forhold til hva man fikk tilbake. Rene og pene rom, et kjøleskap som ikke virket, men det regner jeg med de løste etter at vi dro. Desidert den beste frokosten vi hadde på hele vårt opphold i Sri Lanka.
Family owned and operated hotel & restaurant where the staff are warm, friendly and eager to please. Good traditional Sri Lankan breakfast and local fruits are served. The hotel is located very close to the beach where sea turtles can be seen nearly every evening. I’d highly recommend this hotel.
We arrived to this hotel quite late in the night with family and a private driver. We were only staying for 1 night and were planning to leave straight after breakfast the next day.
Staff were extremely friendly and warm and met us with big smiles. Accommodation as well as breakfast for our driver was provided free of charge.
Shortly after we got into our rooms, we were welcomed with fresh flower garlands and freshly squeezed juices in our room. We were a bit surprised when we heard the knock on the door but it was a nice surprise!
The rooms were very clean, neat and tidy and had everything we could need. I was very happy to see the mosquito nets draped around the beds! Had a comfortable night sleep.
The food in the morning was very tasty and varied- with traditional Sri Lankan foods as well as fresh fruits. The location of the hotel was also amazing- very scenic and you can hear sounds of the sea.
The owner was wonderful. We were quite sad to learn about the death of his 2 sons from drowning a few years ago in the sea (whilst their father tried to save them). Pictures of them are seen in the dining area. We were amazed at his resilience and positivity to continue on with a big smile.
Sadly we had already visited a turtle conservation area the day before and also did not have enough time to see the nearby one. Perhaps next time we will try to do this!
We were very happy with our stay and will definitely return if we visit Tangalle again!
Very friendly and helpful host, good with kids, nice room (and a babysitter was almost included), great food, a bit remote area (we stayed there out of season), perfect for watching sea turtles at night. It almost felt like being on a family visit :-D
It was very simple, but georgeous. The hosts were lovely and the food excellent. When the complete house is ready it will be the loveliest place in Tangelle. 2 Min to the beach. Turtles at night and a nice stone covered ocean pool. We loved it.
Right next to Turtle Watch for watching turtles lay eggs on the beach. You can also go out on the lagoon with the owner. Quite remote and far from the bustle of Tangalle.
Ça été un très beau séjour
Bouffe excellente , surtout les fruits de mer
Toujours frais
Un peu loin de Tangalle , mais on peut avoir le service de tuk tuk avec le propriétaire
Par contre ... on doit vraiment vérifier les prix
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