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Why House vs Buckingham Place
Both properties are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Buckingham Place is preferred by most writers compared to Why House. Buckingham Place comes in at 83 with endorsements from 3 reviewers like Oyster, The Telegraph and Lonely Planet.
Why House
The Telegraph
Mr & Mrs Smith
Lonely Planet
Mihiripenna, Talpe, Galle, Sri Lanka
From $220 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
The Telegraph
9.0
"Set in spacious gardens, just inland from Galle’s palm-studded coastline, Why House is one of those rare hotels that suits couples and families alike."
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Mr & Mrs Smith
"Honey, you’re home: Why House, a friendly, relaxed Sri Lankan villa set in lush tropical gardens, is all yours to play with (and little ones will love it, too)."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This feels more like a private estate than a small hotel, with its expansive grounds and rooms in a colonial house (or cottages)."
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Buckingham Place
Oyster
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
Wellawathugoda Road, Tangalle 82200, Sri Lanka
From $239 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster
Upscale
"The gorgeous, upscale Buckingham Place boutique resort is a peaceful, secluded retreat with Rekawa Beach access and within a wildlife sanctuary."
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The Telegraph
9.0
"Buckingham Place really puts its guests first. Hospitality is warm, unfussy and genuine; and the hotel’s first-class facilities include amply spacious rooms."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This gated compound holds a very secluded luxe resort set back from the beach on a slim sandbar."
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