D' Art VILLA RETREAT AND SPA

Lovely place, Very relaxed Staff was excellent

A stunning property equipped with the finest amenities, but it was truly the staff who shone. Highly recommended

sehr sauber, gepflegter pool, sehr aufmerksamer service, ausgezeichnetes, abwechslungsreiches essen

About George and his attentive, lovely and caring stuff all previous reviews told you about them. It is all more than correct. They are amazing, the hospitality is outstanding. Just like the architecture of the building which is creating an intimate atmosphere around the pool in the centre. Each unique room has art wherever you look between comfort in the bathroom as well as streaming services on the TV and a mini bar. You feel like home, staying a day inside you are more than comfortable not missing anything if you eat whatever George and the boys are creating for you fresh in their clean neat kitchen while music is playing and guests are quietly chatting with each other or reading in one if the art books displayed. Indulge in the atmosphere of Sri Lanka individual luxury tourism lifestyle, trying to meet ones needs whatever you might wish for. Sri Lanka traditional Villa life combined with the modern art of living. Well done. It is worth to explore.

Exceptional boutique hotel with friendly staff, beautiful architecture, great rooms, good pool and delicious food.

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Eine sehr ruhige und saubere Unterkunft mit top Mitarbeitern. Immer da ohne aufdringlich zu wirken. Mega

Absolutely everything!!! George, Suresh and the team were absolutely incredible and couldn’t have done more for us. The place is stunning, like staying in an art gallery that also feels like home. The food - divine and prepared right in front of you. An absolute dream, we didn’t want to leave.

There wasn’t anything we disliked.

De inrichting, het personeel!

Niets

Super tolle Unterkunft mit sehr nettem Personal. Abgelegen aber dafür herrscht hier die Ruhe. Gutes Essen und gute Massagen! In 10-15min Tuktuks erreicht man schöne Strände.

Nichts

Så skønt og lækkert sted at bo i Tangalle! Vi boede i værelset ud til poolen og der var så fredeligt og roligt. Vi kom helt ned i gear og fik nydt alle omgivelserne. Det sødeste personale der gjorde alt for at gøre opholdet trygt og rart. Alt i alt et fantastisk ophold!

Intet - ligger ikke i gåafstand fra byen men meget nemt med tuktuk.

The location was superb, only a short Tuk Tuk drive to local restaurants and superb beaches. Very modern, clean and authentic

Nothing

L’établissement est très joli, le personnel est adorable.

Wij hebben 5 nachten verbleven bij D’Art Villa Retreat & Spa en het was werkelijk fantastisch! Het verblijf is prachtig en stijlvol ingericht. Zowel onze kamer als de hele accommodatie werd ontzettend goed schoongemaakt en tot in de puntjes netjes bijgehouden. Het personeel is altijd vriendelijk en levert een uitstekende service. Iedereen doet zichtbaar zijn uiterste best om het je zo comfortabel en aangenaam mogelijk te maken, wat zorgt voor een heel warme en ontspannen sfeer. En dan het eten… wauw! De chef-kok is echt een enorme aanwinst. Elke maaltijd was opnieuw een verrassing en ontzettend lekker. We hebben hier enorm genoten en zouden zonder twijfel terugkomen. Een absolute aanrader!

Loved the property and it’s open planned design. Staff were so friendly and always available to help.

Tolles Zimmer mit direktem Poolzugang, schöne Unterkunft und extrem freundliches und aufmerksames Personal. Auch das Frühstück war sehr gut.

Teilweise roch es stark nach Chlor, wir vermuten das Leitungswasser wird dort gechlort. Wenn man geduscht hat, war teilweise das Bad überflutet, was aber nicht weiter schlimm war.

This is the most beautiful property we’ve ever had the pleasure of staying at. It’s so perfectly thought out with gorgeous rooms, views, dining areas and a picturesque pool. George and his team are nothing short of incredible. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming, helping us with our questions and cooking up delicious meals - it was like a private fine dining experience each evening! We set off early from the villa one day to head to Yala for a safari, and were kindly met with a prepared breakfast to take with us. These thoughtful moments really enhanced our experience! We felt so relaxed at the villa and just wished we could have stayed longer. We’ll be recommending to all our family and friends - and look forward to returning again one day! Thank you for such wonderful stay!

The property was absolutely beautiful and we had a wonderful stay! A huge thank you to the team who were so professional, accommodating and friendly.

Nothing it was perfect!

Our stay here has been nothing short of exceptional. The accommodation has been meticulously designed with a creative, tasteful flair—every detail feels thoughtful and refined. After a busy day exploring, returning to this place truly feels like slipping into a calm oasis. The open, spacious, and private setting adds a sense of luxury that’s hard to beat. The team has been incredibly attentive to our needs from the moment we arrived. Such beautiful people—warm, genuine, and always ready to help. The location, while tucked away and wonderfully peaceful, is still perfectly situated for accessing all the beaches along the southern coast with ease. Highly recommended for anyone seeking beauty, comfort, and a touch of serenity.

Nothing

Staff were lovely, so friendly and helpful - could not do enough for us! They were always happy to help us by booking taxis or making drinks. We had a homemade breakfast every morning which was delicious, and loads of it. The hotel itself was stunning and very clean and quiet.

Nothing!

It was like spending 4 days within a work of art. This boutique villa has been specifically designed down to every detail. We could step from our room almost directly into the cooling pool which was wonderful. George and his staff were very accommodating and friendly and the breakfast and food was delicious - a great Sri Lankan breakfast! As the property is walled you really feel cocooned here. We needed to take a tuk tuk to the beach etc but that wasn’t difficult.

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This Villa was the perfect place after exploring Ella, Kandy and Sigiriya. Perfect place to start slowing down! The Team was super kind and gave us a lot of tips for dinner and which places to visit in Tangalle. Sure, we travelled during the low season but everything was offered, even more. If I ever visit Sri Lanka again, this is a place I’ll definitely visit again.

Petit coin de paradis. Beaucoup de charme et personnel attentionné L'accueil, la chambre, la piscine, les repas et en bonus un massage au spa : de qualité !

Seul petit bémol : Un peu difficile d'accès du fait de l'état de la route.

De staf is geweldig. Wij waren met een ander stel in de villa en er stond continue 4, 5 man tot je beschikking die je werkelijk in alles ontlasten. Suresh gaf ons goede tips over de omgeving en ook plaatsen om uiteten te gaan. Het eten is top. Voor het ontbijt kan je zelfs je persoonlijke voorkeuren doorgeven. Alles is te regelen. Niets is gebonden aan een tijd. Ook het diner was heerlijk! Je kan alles zelf bepalen. De spa en het zwembad zijn fantastisch. De kamer was van alle gemakken voorzien. Zeer luxe! Ben je toe aan totale rust en luxe gedurende je reis in sri lanka? Boek dan deze accommodatie!

Helemaal niets

Struttura molto bella, arredamento di design, camere ampie e molto pulite. Bella anche la piscina e buona, abbondante e curata la colazione. Personale gentilissimo e super disponibile.

La posizione non è delle migliori.. non vicina né al centro né al mare.. devi addentrarti in una stradina secondaria per raggiungerla. Per noi non è stato un problema perché avevamo un tuk tuk a noleggio, a piedi sarebbe stato impossibile, soprattutto di sera.

Staff incredibile gentile e preparato ci hanno aiutato in tutto addirittura facendoci l'upgrade della stanza senza costi aggiuntivi. Eravamo solo noi in tutta la villa ci siamo sentiti trattati in maniera eccezionale. Grazie di tutto

Établissement magnifique avec une décoration type boutique-hôtel. Personnel fantastique et très serviable. Ayant séjourné dans le Penthouse, ce fut indéniablement notre meilleure escale au Sri Lanka, avec une vue splendide.

Léger inconvénient sonore en haut du bâtiment, qui contraste avec le calme parfait au bord de la piscine.

Todo fue genial

Everything ! Amazing place, very calm and confortable, very well decorated Everybody was very kind and helpful It was perfect

The staff were always so so helpful and are the definition of going ‘above and beyond’. Highly recommend for a relaxing and luxurious stay with excellent food.

Nothing

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the unique D’Art Villa in the penthouse. Amazing space, luxury throughout, and every need taken care of by the fabulous staff team. More than a hotel, this boutique villa exudes style and attention to detail. Based in the countryside it’s lovely to just walk out of the door and be surrounded by stunning scenery, bird and wildlife. A sanctuary perfect to relax, unwind and be pampered. We definitely will recommend and hope to visit ourselves again soon.

Nothing.

A little slice of heaven , peaceful, relaxing , excellent staff , food and a wonderful massage . The art and decor are beautiful , a gem in the middle of nature yet only 10 minutes by tuk tuk to surrounding area and beaches

Nothing

We can’t thank George and Suresh enough, they are both amazing. Food was delicious, clear communication when organising day trips and massages. The villa has 5 bedrooms and we were upgraded to the penthouse which was huge! Whilst all 5 bedrooms are in the bedroom, you feel like you have your own private space. Beautifully designed by Martyn Dempsey. 2/3 days is perfect here.

Slight issue with the fuse, but no real issues.

D’Art Villa is stunning in every way. The design and build is immaculate, both imaginative and sophisticated yet very comfortable. The open design allows the surrounding nature to come inside (not in an intrusive way). The pool is lovely. The food is superb and is prepared from fresh in the open kitchen. George and Suresh and their team go out of their way to make you feel welcome and to provide anything needed without being intrusive. They are true heroes of hospitality! The property is a few kilometres from Tangalle and the beach (a short tuk tuk ride), but it’s rural location allows for memorable walks observing the local human and animal population (the variety of bird life in the surrounding area is amazing). Our stay was the absolute highlight of our trip and we would love to return some day.

Everything was perfect

This property was amazing. Suresh was my point of contact at the property and he answered all of my questions prior to arrival promptly. Upon arrival I had the pleasure of meeting him and his staff. They could not have been more gracious and helpful. Everything about this property was exceptional the pictures do not do it justice. I would highly recommend staying here. It is only five rooms and I am hoping to return and rent it for my family. It was a high light of our two week stay in Sri lanka.

The property is beautiful and so peaceful. The design is very chic but homely and cosy. The staff were exceptional and George, the manager is an asset to this hotel.

Leaving

The stay at D'Art was magnificent and it far exceeded our expectations. The hotel itself is beautifully designed and very unique. The staff- George, Suresh and their team went above and beyond to ensure we had a relaxing time. The hotel only has five rooms so it is not oversubscribed (one of the best parts). It really feels like you have your own space and can relax with all the personal touches. The food was excellent, freshly cooked in front of you in the incredible kitchen . The rooms were excellent, comfortable beds and pillows, and the biggest bath I've ever had. The pool was lovely, clean and perfect temperature. Don't be put off by the fact that this isn't overlooking the coast, all of the local beaches are extremely accessible Many thanks to all the staff for looking after us so well. Best, Will and Louisa

We loved D’art Villa- it was the perfect place to relax and enjoy the local beaches in Tangalle after a busy few weeks exploring other areas of Sri Lanka. The room was clean, comfortable and quirky. The staff restock water and tea/coffee as needed each day. They will also clean the room and replace towels if needed. Breakfast was so lovely and we took advantage of a cooked evening meal by the onsite cook, which was perfect! We felt like we had such a special time throughout, and the whole team were on hand to help, assist, advise and chat. Such a friendly, welcoming and warm welcome and stay throughout. The pool is also beautiful, as is the whole villa, there are many different seating areas and the relaxing music playing quietly throughout the day creates the perfect atmosphere. The staff are amazing! I struggled with WiFi for work as the Villa is a little further back from the beach (10 min drive). When I mentioned this to George, he & Suresh arranged and installed a booster for the room within a couple of hours and it worked perfectly! Tangalle is a short tuktuk drive away, but the guys at the villa will ring and sort this for you as and when needed. The staff team are all amazing, and you were all definitely the cherry on top of our stay- you made our stay a beautiful one. Thank you once again- we hope to return in the future!

So far the best property during our stay in Sri Lanka with delicious breakfast and various tasty dinner options. They can also prepare vegetarian options which for us was a bliss. The staff were really nice and the vibe of the place is perfect! I would definitely come back to the same place!

Everything was good.

Best property we had stayed throughout our trip in Sri Lanka. Definitely a place to go back to! It properly and truly felt like a retreat.

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Everything perfect! Best Hotel we had in Sri Lanka! The employees are extremely courteous, helpful and friendly. We have never experienced such good service!

Stunning property focusing on art and design. Located in a peaceful rural setting yet close to the buzz of tangalle with its long sandy beaches and crashing waves. Our poolside room was perfectly designed with a large bed and beautiful bathroom designed in poured concrete. D’Art Villa is ran by smiles and love. The team couldn’t have done more to make us feel at home. Thank you guys! 🙏🏾

Nothing at all, one of the best (if not the best) hotel experiences I have ever had.

This hotel was a complete shock - in a good way. Photos don't do it justice. An amazing retreat with only 5 rooms in a building that is a modern masterpiece. As soon as we entered we felt relaxed. The staff were superb, especially Suresh, and went out of their way to make sure we enjoyed our stay. They even provided an amazing Sri Lankan breakfast when requested - never having eggs and bacon again after that treat!

It rained for the duration of our stay which was fine as we could simply enjoy our beautiful Penthouse room.

The staff were truly amazing. Warm, welcoming and attentive to my every need. Super helpful for arranging tuktuks and an honourable mention to Thushra who effectively acted as my personal chauffeur for the duration of my stay. The villa itself is beautifully secluded whilst still being a stones throw from the town centre and beach, with very modern, clean and stylish decor throughout. Very tranquil and a great place to relax and feel at home.

Truthfully it was a totally faultless experience from start to finish, I have been racking my brains trying to come up with a genuine criticism and there simply were none. George, Suresh and Martyn did everything possible to make my stay as perfect as could possibly be and completely succeeded, I will certainly be returning.

Very nice Villa close to the beach. The property is amazing, super well decorated, clean and comfortable. All the staff is great, very welcoming and warm with the guests. They were always trying to make our stay as comfortable as possible. The food is great, both for breakfast and for dinner, really good sri lankan food!

Oasis of calm. Beautifully designed. Rooms were spacious and clean Staff were very responsive

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We stayed here while on our honeymoon, and it was perfect. The villa itself is so beautiful, it felt like peaceful oasis. Our room was spacious and luxurious with a great view. Awesome staff, both Suresh and George looked after us so well and could help with any query. The breakfast was super tasty too. We will be back!

Wonderful design, very private. We were the only guests. Stayed in the penthouse apartment. George and his staff did everything they could to make our stay as pleasant as possible.

Nothing

I felt safe at the Villa, which was important to me as a woman traveling alone. However, I was also looking for a retreat and a spa experience, and the Villa didn't quite match that expectation. Despite its name, it felt more like a guest house than a dedicated retreat spa. The only available service was a massage, and there was a possibility of doing yoga with the owner in his upstairs space. I did have a couple of massages during my stay, a male therapist was brought in for the first massage and on request from myself a female therapist for the second one, as I discovered the massage given in Sri Lanka are full body including chest. The massage beds around the pool were uncomfortable, which was disappointing. Despite expressing my interest in other treatments upon arrival, I was not offered any additional options. I had breakfast at the Villa, and I also enjoyed evening meals there on three occasions. The food was delicious. Mr George very kindly made me a takeaway lunch one day as I had an early morning start. The rooms at the Villa were spacious and clean, which was a plus. Although the Villa is located a bit off the beaten track, they provide transport services to take guests anywhere they want to go. (At a cost) Additionally, the availability of the two bikes for guests to use was a nice addition. Both Mr. George and his assistant were friendly and welcoming, which added to the positive aspects of my stay.

We stayed for 2 weeks, the villa is in a beautiful setting overlooking the paddy fields and out to sea. Monkeys in the trees, Eagles and nature around it. It’s a 2 minute tuk tuk ride to the beach. We’ve stayed at quite a few properties around the Tangalle area in the past and no where else comes close to this. It’s a guest house but it’s 5-star. The standard of the rooms and fittings is way above any of the others for the price. Beds are really comfortable and the AC works really well, cable tv, fridge. Balconies over look the pool. There are not too many rooms so it feels very exclusive. The place is spotless. The open air feel of the lounge & dining room leading to the pool feels really relaxed, the design of the whole place is stunning with great attention to detail. At night with the lights on around the pool it looks amazing. The swimming pool is long and beautifully designed with built-in jacuzzi. There are massages available in the spa area, the whole pool area is perfect to relax around or sunbathe. Such a nice place to come back to after a day at the beach or surfing. The staff are amazing, the Sri Lankan manager George arranges tuk tuks, scooters, airport transfers and trips, anything you need. The food is the best part, fresh fish everyday when we wanted it, curries, sushi! Breakfast, lunch, dinner all available. Will be back again for sure next time when in the Tangalle area. Thanks!

D’Art Villa Retreat exudes, style and charm , fabulous design and layout. My room was superb , totally stylish , amazing swimming pool and areas to relax surrounded by stunning tropical plants . As a seasoned traveller I simply could not fault this unique place . The location is perfect , surrounded by tropical birds and monkeys . The friendly and helpful Tuk Tuk driver is on tap to take you to amazing beaches only a few minutes away. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The food was a complete experience , fabulous , obviously prepared with love and pride. I am returning in August .

Nothing it is 5 star

Villa D'Art is an exceptional treasure! Beautiful space, everything you need at hand and absolutely amazing service made our stay there unforgettable. We also recommend trying the dinner - the seafood was delicious! THANK you!!!!

fabulously stylish

only thing to be aware of is no back-up generator in case of power outages. but the place is exceptional and staff could not be more helpful and welcoming

everthing ! when you walk into this villa it literally takes your breath away ! it's seriously impressive , the design aspect is a beautiful fusion of sophisticated contemporary with old school colonial style . we went for the deluxe king size room on the first floor which had spacious balcony nestled in the palm trees and overlooking the pool , it was really magical at night . the whole place is immaculately clean and the attention to detail bang on. the whole team were super professional and nothing was too much trouble . both breakfast and supper were superb as were the world class cocktails , we had supper at the chefs table where everything was cooked to order. having come from the hustle and bustle of Colombo this was the perfect place to really relax and unwind in affordable luxury , and despite the scale of the felt very cosy and intimate hygee ! thanks for a wonderful stay , will be back !!

that we couldn't stay longer !

We had an amazing stay at D’art villa! We needed somewhere to relax and unwind and we certainly did that. The massages were very professional and good value. The food was amazing. We told the staff what we liked and they specially bought fresh fish / seafood / vegetables and cooked delicious meals every day. The villa itself is beautifully designed and the room was extremely clean. The staff are professional and made us feel very special! The pool is long enough to swim for a bit of exercise or to relax in during the day. Overall the villa gives you a very personal experience, with only 5 rooms and lots of spaces to relax in. It feels more like a home than a big hotel. We will return next year and thanks to the team!

Well I was delighted to with my stay at the d art Villa TAngalle it had everything that you would need to relax on my travels. The pool was so large and the atmosphere is like a haven. My room over looking the pool was furnished to such a nigh standard. The staff couldn’t be nicer catering for my every need. I also was very impressed with my meals at the villa, fresh fish and a delicious breakfast with fresh fruit and juice. I will be back for longer next time I found a gem 💎.

The Breakfast was out standing.such I great choice of dishes to chews from fresh fruit platter eggs of your choice avocado on toast my favouret .Plus eating at the pool was so relaxing.The location is perfect as you get the breeze from the paddy fields.The sunrise in morning truly spectacle coming up from the sea.We couldn't fault it.five minutes from the beast beach we have ever been on.The staff wear amazing catering for are ever need.The Villa is truly 5 star designed by a artist and believe me it shows.We will be back next year for a longer stay.