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Sanderling Silent Beach Cabanas

Lodge

'Malgahawatta',Goyambokka

10 nights, 2 adults

USD$770

Includes taxes and charges

10 nights, 2 adults

USD$770

Includes taxes and charges

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Why people book this hotel

Great location
14 mentions

The place is within walking distance of Tangalle’s two best beaches

The beaches were all a short walk away

Friendly staff
13 mentions

Everyone in Sri Lanka is friendly—the kindest people—but this couple will truly …

The garden is lovely, you really feel part of nature, the host and his wife were…

Breakfast available
8 mentions

Hosts Gamini and Ira were extraordinary; they went above and beyond to provide a…

Our hosts Aida and Gamini were amazing, they really went out of their way to loo…

Comfortable rooms
6 mentions

The host even arranged a transfer for us to Mirissa for an extra cost, of course…

I felt very comfortable and at home

Clean rooms
4 mentions

The cabana was spotless

Clean, tidy, comfortable bungalow in a pretty, quiet garden

Good value
1 mentions

At this price point, we were a bit surprised to be charged extra for the bottles…

Overview

Sanderling Silent Beach Cabanas offers accommodation in Tangalle. Mulkirigala Rock Monastery is 2.4 km from the property. Free private parking is available on site. A refrigerator and kettle are also offered. There is a private bathroom with a shower in every unit. The lodge features free WiFi. Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant.

Traveller reviews

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Liliana

couple

February 26, 2026

10

I recommend this place a thousand times over!

What a stay in Tangalle! Everyone in Sri Lanka is friendly—the kindest people—but this couple will truly be missed. The way they treated us, always so attentive, is some of the best hospitality we’ve experienced in Sri Lanka! One night, we asked them to prepare dinner for us, and my goodness, it was the best meal we had in the entire country! The place is within walking distance of Tangalle’s two best beaches! If you’re unsure about staying here, don’t be—you won’t regret it! The host even arranged a transfer for us to Mirissa for an extra cost, of course, but they do everything to make sure we’re comfortable and happy. I recommend this place a thousand times over!

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Jo

couple

February 9, 2026

9

The garden is lovely, you really feel part of nature, the host and his wife were really nice and welcoming and very helpful

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d'Andrea

couple

February 6, 2026

10

A wonderfully relaxing stay with extraordinary hosts!

Hosts Gamini and Ira were extraordinary; they went above and beyond to provide additional services including transport and vegan breakfast options. The garden was like a wildlife park. So many birds and small mammals!

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Claire

couple

January 30, 2026

10

A relaxing wonderful stay with the most friendly, hospitable hosts!

The property was set in a beautiful garden, we saw so much wildlife just sitting on our veranda! Our hosts Aida and Gamini were amazing, they really went out of their way to look after us, the breakfasts were yummy and one evening they made us a wonderful dinner. We loved it so much we stayed for 9 nights! The beaches were all a short walk away. We will always remember Gamini and Aida and the wonderful time we had at their cabanas and can’t thank them enough ❤️

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Helen

couple

January 29, 2026

10

Amazing value, adorable hosts.

We loved staying here! Gamini and Aida were adorable hosts, they were a pleasure to chat to and they looked after us so well. The cabanas are perfect, in their beautiful gardens and only 5 minutes walk from the beaches, bars and restaurants. We highly recommend this accommodation and will miss our wonderful hosts!

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Emma

solo_traveller

January 11, 2026

10

Perfect place for a solo traveller wanting a bit of respite

Gamini and Aida are such welcoming hosts. I felt very comfortable and at home. The cabana was spotless. Loved sitting on the veranda writing and reflecting. Short walks to the beaches.

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jan

couple

September 17, 2025

10

Great place

Beautifull garden and best beaches of sri lanka all in walking distance. The owner and his wife are very kind and friendly and will do all they can for you to make it nice and comfortable, and give you the perfect holiday feeling...;*))

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Kevin

couple

March 31, 2025

9

Great location

Clean, tidy, comfortable bungalow in a pretty, quiet garden. Great location, close to two really nice beaches. Lots of restaurants close by. Hosts were very friendly and prepared tasty vegetarian breakfast for us. At this price point, we were a bit surprised to be charged extra for the bottles of water in the room - bit cheeky! 😉

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Oakley

couple

March 14, 2025

10

Service, location, cleanliness, hospitality

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Nathália

solo_traveller

January 19, 2025

10

A rejuvenating experience - best option for people who need rest!

Best hospitality Ive experienced in Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 I am so very grateful for this beautiful family for making me feel at ease and at home. This is an experience I will cherish for years to come! Highly recommend!

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Simon

couple

January 9, 2025

9

A nice stay, good location.

Lovely self contained accommodation, comfy bed, good location and lovely hosts, he speaks great English and was very friendly and a lovely breakfast.

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Francois

couple

January 7, 2025

10

Great location and very caring owners.

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ALESTE

extended_group

January 3, 2025

10

We had an amazing stay at these cabanas. The host family was wonderful and incredibly helpful. They cooked us a delicious christmas dinner. They even decorated a Christmas tree for us. Served excellent breakfasts, and even provided transportation with their own car. It was about a 5 minute walk to the beach. Highly recommend!

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Troels

solo_traveller

January 1, 2025

9

Really nice tranquil place to stay with a large and beautiful garden. Most of all, the host couple are very service minded and so friendly to you. I enjoyed cooking with them one evening. Highly recommended!

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Daiga

extended_group

December 21, 2024

9

The owner is very kind! good breakfast, lots of fruit! It is not easy to find a place! no direct access to the ocean! pl

T

Tjasa

couple

March 11, 2024

10

We had a truly memorable experience at this place. Clean, a beautiful garden setting with peacocks, squirrels and birds keeping you company, and only 5 minutes walk to the beautiful Goyamboka beach. Good breakfast options, Sri Lankan or continental. And what really touched us was the hospitality of the owner Gamini and his wife, they are the kindest people possible, they will go the extra mile to make you feel welcome and set with anything you need, without being intrusive. It was my husband's big birthday during our stay, and they put so much love and effort into making the day extra special. Warmly recommend.

M

Magdalena

couple

March 7, 2024

10

We absolutely loved this place! It is a hidden gem! The owner and his wife are very heartily and welcoming, helping us with everything that we needed! The two cabanas are in a beautiful garden where you also have the very delicious traditional Sri Lanka breakfast! The Goyambokka beach is just a 5 minutes walk away, the silent beach 10 min walk. We enjoyed our stay here very much and would recommend to anybody to come and stay here! Thank you again for making our stay so very special 🌸

C

Charles

couple

February 27, 2024

10

We loved everything about this amazing place and the lovely couple who run it.

Gamini & Ira served the most wonderful Sri Lankan breakfasts & evening meals in a small covered dining area at the bottom of their lovely tropical garden. We went food shopping with them one evening & 'helped' with the preparation of the meal which was a very special experience. They're such kind, gentle, hospitable people who couldn't do enough to make us feel welcome & comfortable. Gamini drove us round to Silent Beach (which is gorgeous) on our first morning as he wasn't sure if the the shortcut/footpath (which we did actually subsequently use) had become overgrown. The cabana was very comfortable & had everything we needed - good bed (with mosquito net), aircon, en-suite bathroom & a shaded outdoor veranda/seating area looking down the garden. There's nothing to dislike about this accommodation if you like to get off the beaten path and under the skin of a place - it's not for anyone who prefers the comforts & facilities of a western-style hotel.

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Daiga

extended_group

February 25, 2023

9

The owner is very kind! good breakfast, lots of fruit! It is not easy to find a place! no direct access to the ocean! pl

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Katja

couple

February 20, 2023

9

Nice little cabana in walking distance to silent beach

Mr. Gamini and his wife are super kind and helpfull. We felt very welcome staying at their cabana. Theres a nice green garden with lots of birds and other animals to watch while hanging out at the varanda. The house is in walking distance to silent beach wich is the most beuatiful beach we have seen. Mr. Gemini helped us get a tour at the Kalametiya bird sanctuary and drove us there and back himself. We can really recommend this!

Facilities

Food & Drink

Restaurant

General

Safety deposit box, Air conditioning

Internet

WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services

Outdoors

Garden

Parking

Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking

Services

Car hire, Luggage storage, Laundry, Room service

Large Double Room

This double room is air-conditioned and features a private bathroom, a wardrobe and sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 19 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 18:00
Check-outFrom 12:00 until 13:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Managed by a private host
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 12:08 PM

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