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Located on Rekawa Beach, Buckingham Place overlooks the Indian Ocean and Rekawa lagoon. It features a 108 ft ocean facing infinity pool with wet bar and another pool (39 ft) in its quiet nature garden, and direct beach access and a nearby rock-pool for ocean dipping. All rooms come with a king-size double bed and veranda or balcony overlooking the lagoon. Spacious air-conditioned rooms combine modern art with furnishings made from natural materials. Large private bathrooms have a bathtub and/or rain shower. Surrounded by tropical greenery, Buckingham Place features several indoor and outdoor relaxation areas, a small spa, a snooker room, and is home to a wild pony that roams freely around the property. The all-day open-air oceanfront restaurant and bar serve local and international dishes including vegetarian options and a selection of wines, beers and spirits. Buckingham Place is a 2hr45min drive from Colombo International Airport. Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip. We speak your language!

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
10
High score for Tangalle
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  • James
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    The Buckingham is an exceptional Hotel located on Rekwa Beach near to Tangalle. The service and quality of the Hotel is top notch. Amazing food and breakfasts and beautiful infinity pool overlooking the sea. The rooms are well appointed and the...
  • Shereen
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    We never planned to go to Tangalle. Reading the reviews of this property put Tangalle on the radar for us. I read somewhere that Nick (the owner) once said: “I became utterly mesmerized by the chaotic beauty of this island and its peoples’...
  • Rosslyn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    What a fantastic place - a slice of paradise. Staff are fantastic and the owner, Nick, really makes you feel at home. A lovingly crafted place with wonderful art, two great pools and spacious, well-designed rooms. The food is exceptional. Great,...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Local • International
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Buckingham Place
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Badminton equipment
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table
  • Game room
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Private check-in/out
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Room service
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Infinity pool
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Pool bar
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Beach umbrellas
    Spa
    • Full-body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Couples' massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Pedicure
    • Manicure
    • Facial treatments
    • Beauty services
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa
      Additional charge
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Buckingham Place takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:30 PM to 12:00 AM

    Check-out

    From 12:00 AM to 10:30 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 5 are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    13+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    $30 per person, per night

    Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no cribs available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa Cash Buckingham Place accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that children below 6 years cannot be accommodated at the property.

    As imposed by the government of Sri Lanka, along with this hotel booking, there are other requirements that need to be met in order for you to obtain the Visa to enter the country.

    The property will assist you with all this information.

    The details will be sent to you via a message post-reservation.

    Disclaimer: Please note, classification of level-1 properties and the above information can change based on government regulation changes. Therefore, please ensure to refer to SLTDA protocols prior to making a reservation.

    FAQs about Buckingham Place

    • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Buckingham Place. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Buckingham Place may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Room options at Buckingham Place include:

      • Double
      • Family
      • Suite

    • Buckingham Place is 4.3 miles from the center of Tangalle. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Buckingham Place is from 2:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

    • Buckingham Place offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Spa
      • Massage
      • Pool table
      • Game room
      • Ping-pong
      • Canoeing
      • Beachfront
      • Facial treatments
      • Beach
      • Foot massage
      • Badminton equipment
      • Back massage
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Full-body massage
      • Bicycle rental
      • Pedicure
      • Swimming pool
      • Head massage
      • Beauty services
      • Neck massage
      • Movie nights
      • Couples' massage
      • Manicure
      • Hand massage
      • Spa/Wellness packages

    • Buckingham Place has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.