Nirbana Retreat
Thalduwa Island
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2 nights, 2 adults
USD$374.26
Includes taxes and charges
2 nights, 2 adults
USD$374.26
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“The staff are very warm, welcoming and keen to make your stay a nice one”
“Tudo We were amazed, everybody was so friendly”
“The rooms are nicely styled”
“Nirbana retreat was a great place to stay the surroundings and rooms were beauti…”
“Location, staff friendliness, common areas”
“Amazing location, great staff and lovely atmosphere”
“The breakfast is nice”
“I also stupidly left the side lights on the hire car so had a flat battery and t…”
“The spacious room and the pool + garden Staff is very friendly”
Overview
Set in Ahangama, 2 km from Ahangama Beach, Nirbana Retreat offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The resort has a terrace and pool views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. At the resort, all rooms come with a desk, bed linen and a balcony with a river view. The private bathroom is equipped with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Nirbana Retreat, the rooms include air conditioning and a safety deposit box. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish options. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire and car hire are available at the accommodation. Midigama Beach is 2.1 km from Nirbana Retreat, while Galle International Cricket Stadium is 22 km away. The nearest airport is Koggala, 9 km from the resort, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Traveller reviews
Andrew
couple
February 24, 2026
The property is beautiful and serene. The staff are very warm, welcoming and keen to make your stay a nice one. They were excellent, really. The rooms are nicely styled. The breakfast is nice. If you intend to lounge around for most of the time, this place is great.
Conny
family_with_children
February 16, 2026
“It is a paradise on earth”
Tudo We were amazed, everybody was so friendly. Yoga in the mornings, everuthing was excellent
Myriam
couple
January 31, 2026
Location, staff friendliness, common areas
Carol
couple
January 26, 2026
“I came away feeling rested, relaxed and rejuvenated.”
Very peaceful place and staff were very attentive. A wonderful retreat to relax and switch off from the hustle and bustle of life
Charlotte
solo_traveller
January 14, 2026
“Fantastic stay!”
Nirbana retreat was a great place to stay the surroundings and rooms were beautiful and it was so tranquil. All the staff and owners were lovely and so accommodating! Would highly recommend!
Alina Giumerca
couple
January 13, 2026
“A very interesting place”
The hotel was beautiful in the heart of a lake with lots of plants. Like paradise.The manager Sneha was very kind and friendly.
Nathan
couple
December 29, 2025
Amazing time here and particularly made great by Sneha who we thought was brilliant at hosting ame made our stay so special and Ramaa the wonderful yoga teacher.
Mabelie
family_with_children
December 26, 2025
“Overpriced”
The spacious room and the pool + garden Staff is very friendly
Maura
solo_traveller
December 18, 2025
Super relaxed break
A
extended_group
December 5, 2025
Amazing location, great staff and lovely atmosphere. Food was lovely and everything was made fresh from scratch.
Leon
family_with_children
August 12, 2025
“Beautiful oasis where you can just relax”
Nirvana Retreat was by far the best, comfortable and most beautiful place we stayed at during our holiday in Sri Lanka. Mark, his brother and the complete staff is super friendly and their hospitality feels like a warm bath.
Vasileios
couple
April 4, 2025
Perfect place ! Maybe from the greatest at Ahangama
Warren
solo_traveller
March 16, 2025
“Heaven 🙏”
Heaven, Nirvana, This is Nirbana, It’s a completely magical experience that I’ll hold close to my heart!!! What a spot, lovely staff, lovely food & beautiful owners. Thanx for everything & I’ll be back for sure 🙏
TANYEL
couple
February 8, 2025
“Peaceful, personal and the owners makes you feel like home.”
Nirbana Retreat is a beautiful place in Ahangama with amazing personal and owners. We stayed there 11 nights and personal was very friendly and helpful with everything. Mr. Anusha and Rashika took really good care of us. They made us feel like home. They did an amazing job. The Chef is amazing! His food is so delicious. We loved the each food that he cooked for us. Rooms are big and comfortable. If you wake up early you can see the lotus flowers blooming in the lake and beautiful birds singing. They have an amazing yoga place with a beautiful view. You can’t miss this experience! We definitely recommend the place.
Michael
couple
February 8, 2025
“Best resort in Sri Lanka”
Beautiful calm oasis on an island in the jungle, just a couple of kms from the coast and town. Owner’s and staff are very friendly helpful and welcoming, they did everything they could to make sure we felt at home.They allowed us to stay the day of our departure without us asking which was lovely. I also stupidly left the side lights on the hire car so had a flat battery and they called the local garage to come and get me going which nobody asked to be paid for just a tip for the mechanic. So thank you everyone at Nirbana and I will definitely return and stay again. We are already trying to plan a big family vacation to one of the bigger villas there.
Michael
solo_traveller
February 5, 2025
The place is amazing, like a little piece of paradise in the middle of the jungle. Everything was so beautiful. The room is big and comfy, if you are looking for a place just to chill and rest thats the place for you. The staff is very nice and carring.
Abhishek
couple
January 27, 2025
“Tranquil getaway”
The property is quaint..will maintained and very tastefully done. It's as tranquil as it's tropical.
Drew
extended_group
January 19, 2025
“The perfect haven of tranquility and nature”
About 1.5km from the beach but feels like you’re in the jungle surrounded by nature. So peaceful and beautifully crafted. The hosts were so friendly and really made us feel at home. The food was unbelievable (the best I tasted during my two week trip in Sri Lanka) and I could’ve sat watching the abundance of nature in the gardens all day. The rooms were beautifully decorated and had some awesome finishing touches. Highly recommend for a relaxing stay.
Demi
couple
January 8, 2025
An amazing location, just offset from the main town. Secluded and relaxing vibe
Maria
family_with_children
January 5, 2025
Location in the middle of nature. Great food by in-house chef.
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Higher level toilet, Auditory guidance
Activities
Badminton equipment, Water sport facilities on site, Evening entertainment, Open-air bath, Fishing, Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Windsurfing, Canoeing, Cycling, Diving, Snorkelling, Beauty Services, Facial treatments, Waxing services, Make up services, Hair treatments, Manicure, Pedicure, Hair cut, Hair colouring, Hair styling, Body treatments, Body scrub, Body wrap, Light therapy, Spa facilities, Spa/wellness packages, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Massage chair, Yoga classes, Beach, Movie nights, Walking tours, Bike tours, Themed dinner nights, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class, Live music/performance, Live sport events (broadcast), Aerobics
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Kids' outdoor play equipment
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Special diet menus (on request), Coffee house on site, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Snack bar, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
Internet
Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), BBQ facilities, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Pool with view, Pool/beach towels
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Shuttle service, Strollers, Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Express check-in/check-out, Ironing service, Airport shuttle, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Packed lunches, Car hire, Currency exchange, Tour desk, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (free), Shuttle service (additional charge)
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Deluxe Family Suite
The family room provides air conditioning, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a bidet. The family room is equipped with tiled floors, a sofa, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as garden views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
The pool with a view and fireplace are the standout features of this double room. The spacious double room features air conditioning, a seating area, a balcony with lake views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Suite with River View
This suite comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The suite is furnished with a desk and a seating area and features air conditioning, a wardrobe and lake views. The unit has 1 bed.
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