Tabula Rasa Resort & Spa

We had a lovely family apartment ideal for families travelling with children. The staff are very attentive and try hard to make your stay lovely. Stunning views and a beautiful pool. Perfect if you are looking for a relaxing boutique hotel.

It is truly a small luxury hotel set in a beautiful tranquil area. You wake up to the sound of nature to enjoy a simple continental or Sri Lankan breakfast (must preorder the night before) over looking the pool, onto the forest and the sea. It is easy to forget your worries and immerse yourself in this serene surroundings. We enjoyed it so much we extended our stay by another night, and during our entire stay there was only one other family, making it a truly exceptionally peaceful experience. It is important to note that the hotel is located up the mountain so be prepared you will need to get a tuk tuk or a driver to get you to and fro the hustle and bustle of the coastal towns. If you are keen on being amongst the action, this will feel highly inconvenient. If you are committed to quietude I would highly recommend going for the larger rooms, as it truly elevates the experience and don’t forget to treat yourself to a spa treatment as well. The hotel is well appointed and maintained, but the furnishings are starting to get a little run down if you examine closely. The staff are plentiful and helpful, however some are a little amateurish. They do run on island time so if you are in the rush (eg early check out), you have been warned. Overall a wonderful experience at an excellent price point - at around $250 USD per night, I would come back again.

Just stunning. Stop scrolling and just book a stay at this magical place. I had an amazing 6 nights at this beautiful oasis. You feel like you are a million miles away but are in fact just a few mins by tuk tuk from shops, beach bars and more - you just wouldn't know it as it is so peaceful and serene. The main pool is an infinity placed to enjoy a spectacular vista. Some rooms even have their own. My villa was spacious and exceptionally comfortable. Great big bed and top quality furnishings. The food is scrumptious and plentiful. Great selection of drinks and a minibar in the room too. There is a spa and the massage/mani/pedi were most welcome. The owners and GM are a delight and they are supported by an attentive teamwho can cater for all your needs. There's even a 'butler' app so you can plan excursions, order food and drinks to your room/pool/lounge. Whenever I wanted to go out, a tuk tuk or cab was summoned so you could experience local attractions. Or you could, as I did, sometimes just laze by the pool, cocktail in hand, good book and a full heart. Highly recommend if you want somewhere to unwind and reset.

I have just been on a relaxing 2 night break with my wife to Tabula Rasa. The hotel was everything I had hoped for and my only disappointment was that we could only spend 2 nights on the edge of the amazing Sri Lankan jungle. For my wife and I the highlights had to be the wildlife that could be seen and heard from the privacy of our balcony or the feeling that as we walked from our chalet to the restaurant/bar area we were walking through the jungle! The welcome from all the staff was friendly and helpful; I always feel a bit guilty mentioning individual team members but Akeela who ran proceedings in the restaurant and Dilshan who was ever present as front of house were both excellent ambassadors for the hotel. Chef Amith served excellent food and I was delighted at the range of vegetarian offerings for my wife. The F&B prices were reasonable and the views from the lounge and restaurant were beautiful. We were upgraded to a Plunge Pool Suite which was a private villa with a balcony overlooking the jungle and a plunge pool on the decking where we could relax and watch the beautiful sunset. The room was well appointed and immaculately clean. I booked via the Hilton Honors App but I have a feeling that booking direct with the hotel could provide future guests with a better package. Mr Dilin who is the Resort Manager was very helpful during the booking process and I found Whats App a good method of communication. Overall, we had a lovely stay and will definitely be back, hopefully for longer next time! Last but not least, Max the dog deserves a special mention; she was found as a puppy and offered a caring home at the resort.