Tekanda Lodge

This was hands down the most amazing accomodation we’ve ever stayed at! The rooms were spacious and bed was comfortable. Aircon worked well. The pool, dinner and breakfast views were beautiful. The staff were polite and paid extremely close attention to detail with quite literally everything. They also had lots of great suggestions for day trips as well as good links with kind and reasonably priced tuk tuk and car drivers. The breakfasts and dinners were divine and fresh. Everything was so amazing that we ended up staying a further few nights. We recommend this place to anyone that wants restful accomodation that is only 3kms from the closest town! We will be back - everything is close by and it’s well worth the serene and beautiful scenery. Thanks for an amazing stay!

Nothing not to like! Only suggestion would be to remind guests to turn on hot water switch more frequently - showers were warm but not hot if this wasn’t done in advance which we knew about but kept forgetting!

We had a wonderful stay at Tekanda Lodge. Lodge Manager Upul and the entire staff were incredibly kind, welcoming and helpful. They helped us organise local transportation as well as reservations for restaurants and activities, which made everything very easy. The lodge itself is beautifully designed, extremely clean and set in a stunning location. The views are fantastic and our kids absolutely loved the pool. Breakfast was excellent, and there were also very good options for lunch. The owners provide lots of useful information and recommendations about restaurants, beaches and activities in the area. There are also plenty of great beach restaurants nearby.

Nothing in particular — we really enjoyed our stay.

After travelling through Sri Lanka for almost three weeks, we genuinely believed we had already seen the very best this beautiful country has to offer. Then we arrived at Tekanda Lodge. Our very first thought upon arrival was: "Why on earth did we only book one night?" Our second thought? Checking availability for autumn and winter before we had even unpacked. From the very first moment, we were welcomed with such genuine warmth and kindness. The hospitality was incredibly personal without ever feeling intrusive. Throughout our stay, every interaction was prompt, thoughtful, and full of sincere care. It truly felt like a place where every guest matters. Charlie and Richard have created something very special here. Perched on a peaceful hill, Tekanda Lodge is far more than a boutique hotel—it is a hidden sanctuary where privacy, tranquility, elegance, and impeccable taste blend together in perfect harmony. Every detail has clearly been considered. The stunning open architecture, the beautifully designed lounge, the lush tropical gardens, and the spectacular pool area all merge effortlessly with the surrounding Sri Lankan landscape. Wherever you look, everything feels balanced, intentional, and beautifully curated. The gardens deserve special recognition. They are simply breathtaking, allowing nature to take center stage rather than competing with it. Colourful birds and wildlife are frequent visitors, creating unforgettable moments whether you're relaxing by the pool, enjoying breakfast, or simply sitting quietly with a coffee. One of the absolute highlights was sharing dinner on the terrace with Charlie, Richard, and other guests. It felt less like dining in a hotel and more like spending an evening with friends. The atmosphere was warm, relaxed, and genuinely memorable. Thank you, Charlie and Richard, for creating such an extraordinary retreat. Psst... between us: we're already looking at dates to come back.

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