Wellalage Watta, Mahawatugoda Thalpe, Unawatuna, 80000 Galle, Sri Lanka
#15 of 129 B&Bs and inns in Galle
Guests' ChoiceBased on 27 hotel reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Location
8.9
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.5
Value for money
9.2
Free Wifi
10.0
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Reviewed: April 6, 2024
Yuliya
United States of AmericaI vacationed in March 2024. I liked the hotel very much. Quiet and beautiful place. The staff is very responsive. The rooms are bright and spacious. The breakfast is good. This hotel is a great place for those who are tired of the hustle and bustle of the city and looking for relaxation. It is located 20 minutes walk from the sea. Since there are not so many tourists in the area, it is possible to relax on the nearest beach without crowds of people. I recommend this hotel to everyone for whom price-quality is important.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 31, 2024
Dmitry
RussiaWe liked our big room which has two big windows with a view of the garden and a wonderful bathroom with an authentic design. The staff was really polite and helpful. Breakfast is really large and tasty, we didn't need lunch half of the day after such a breakfast.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 7, 2024
Liana
RussiaConvenient location, it takes only 5 minutes to get to the beach with turtles, 10 minutes to get to the central beach and the street 👍 the rooms are clean and new compared to many hotels at this price) the manager is very kind and helps with all questions) there is a swimming pool and it is clean I highly recommend this hotel
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 25, 2024
Andrei
RussiaVery calm and comfortable place. It takes ~20 minutes on foot to the nearest beach (the Turtle beach where you can swim with sea turtles) and additional ~10 minutes on tuk-tuk/bus to the busy places in Unawatuna/Galle. Our host Supun was very kind and helpful including transfer to the residence and to the airport. The rooms are very big and tidy, the pool is clean, and the place itself is surrounded by beautiful nature. Breakfasts were nice too. We booked this residence the day before the arrival due to unforeseen circumstances with another booking and couldn't be happier once we finally arrived. Highly recommend this place, feels like home.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: January 19, 2024
Sharinda
Sri LankaEverything was great no complaints! Just room for improvement, -have a reception area. (We had instances where we were in need of something and couldn’t find anyone) - have tea/coffee in the room.
-The owner Supun is very hospitable, genuine and down to earth, and will treat every guest equally. - The staff was kind and helpful just like the owner. -I liked that there was no cut off time for breakfast. It takes away the rush in the morning. -The room was clean and very spacious. -Simple filling breakfast.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 18, 2024
Kushan26
Sri LankaBeautiful, calm and peaceful location just 20 min from Galle town. Rooms were clean and in excellent condition. Theres a nice view from the balcony Special thanks to all the staff giving us an amazing service and hospitality despite how they were a little understaffed during our visit they took great effort to made sure that we had a comfortable stay They checked on us on every possible time. Dinner was delicious as well. Thank you so much! We will be back when we visit Galle!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 6, 2024
Akash
IndiaEverything was great.
Hotel Calm Haven was the best stay from our 14 days trip in Sri Lanka. Super large bedrooms, classy shower area, a sparkling clean & a well maintained property with tasteful interiors. Supun and team took great care of us. They customised the breakfast for my family's liking and went to utmost length to ensure we had a comfortable stay. Will highly recommend the property for your next visit to Galle.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: October 30, 2023
Madeleine
AustraliaThis stay was excellent - I was the only guest, and still had a sparkling clean pool, a clean room and excellent service from the staff. They were very attentive and helpful. The breakfast was incredible, and they were kind enough to go above and beyond in other aspects, such as helping me access an ATM and making me the most amazing Sri Lankan lunch.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: April 21, 2023
Samarakkody
Sri LankaPool water had a little too much Chlorine. Price was a little too high for a bed and breakfast stay as can stay in a 5 star hotel for a full board package for a little more.
Staff were friendly and supportive. Calm environment. Clean and spacious rooms. Delicious food.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: January 3, 2023
Tom
United KingdomNo complaints.
We had a great stay at Calm Haven, it is exactly what it says; a calm haven. The location was perfect for us, 5 minute ride from the beach and located in a wonderful serene area. Staff were very attentive and made us extremely welcome. Special thanks to Supan, he was fantastic. We were originally considering a hotel on the beachfront, however having stayed here we would return again without hesitation, the beaches get so busy, calm haven is a great place to retreat at the end of a sunny beach day and chill by the pool.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: June 26, 2022
Chloe
Sri LankaAmazing hotel - very tranquil with beautiful and peaceful surroundings (and amazing wildlife!). Very friendly staff who go over and beyond to help and provide recommendations. Delicious and very large breakfast (definitely the best I've had in any hotel I've stayed at!) Very clean room too.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: March 9, 2022
Emil’
UkraineIf you are looking for a calm and quiet place to stay in Sri Lanka you definitely have to stay in CALM HAVEN! You can enjoy the beautiful view here and have a rest at the swimming pool!Every room has a huge bad and air conditioner. This hotel is super clean, people here are ready to help you anytime. you can also walk down to the ocean, it will take up to 15 minutes to see it! Near this place you can find stores, restaurants and cafés. This place is literally the best way to enjoy Sri Lanka’s nature and peace. Thank you for making this place so special😊
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: March 1, 2022
Tamara
Netherlandsone of the best accomodations around the south coast. staff was incredibly kind and the rooms and pool where great. breakfast every morning. will definitely come back one day!
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: February 26, 2022
Rotem
IsraelThe place is beautiful, surrounded by trees and animals like monkeys and peacocks. the room is very comfortable, the location is excellent - 20 minutes walk from the beach and the staff is very nice.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: February 22, 2022
Kisselmann
Germanyclean, new, spacious
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: February 21, 2022
Ayesh
Sri Lankaquick drive from the main road . clean and peaceful place with a nice big pool .
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: February 20, 2022
Marie-alice
Australiaour stay was too short!!
This hotel has by far been one of, if not the beast hotel we stayed at, throughout our stay in Sri Lanka. Hotel is very clean and the area is well taken care of by the staff. Very large and comfortable room done up very nicely. Situated 5 mins from Unawatuna centre and 10 mins to Galle. Great place to stay to visit around with a great value for money. To add, the staff are super friendly and welcoming and ready to assist you throughout your holiday.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: December 4, 2021
Rajarathna
Sri Lankano anything i didn't like. everything was very good ok
This is my second stay at hotel clam haven. the rooms (suites) are very spacious and sunny and in immaculate condition. the large king size bed is also very comfortable. i would definitely stay again
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: November 23, 2021
Renate
GermanyThis is a wonderful place to stay and relax: beautifully decorated and clean rooms, very friendly stuff, a nice pool, a tasty breakfast and a lovely beach within walking-distance. We enjoyed our visit very much.
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: January 15, 2024
Ondřej
Czech RepublicThe building is very loud. We had a room under the dining room and every morning at 7am we were awakened because the stuff prepared tables for breakfast. Also when you have inconsiderate neighbors who want to hang out by the pool all night, you hear everything.
Comfy room, kind stuff, nice pool and good location, tasty breakfast
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: December 31, 2023
Pamudini
Sri LankaA very calm hotel indeed. Away from the noise of the city to unwind.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: March 9, 2023
Johann
GermanyBad smell in the bathroom. Not in depht clean. When we opened the Mosquito Net a lot of dead flys and Mosquitos fell out. At the day of our Arrival there were too less explanation about were the dining room is, about the W Lan and about general things for example when the breakfast is. We couldn't reach any staff til the evening to explain us the questions we had.
Nice and spacy rooms. quiet location. There is potential for 10/10. But we had a few letdowns compared to other places we stayed in the country.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: February 21, 2022
Madhawa
Sri LankaThere are no facilities like electrical kettle, adequate water supply, at least no water bottle
Only bathroom
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: December 30, 2023
Ashwin
United Arab EmiratesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2023
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