The Last HousevsWallawwa by Teardrop Hotels
The Last House and The Wallawwa are both praised by professionals. On balance, The Wallawwa ranks slightly better than The Last House. The Wallawwa ranks #20 in Sri Lanka with praise from 4 reviews like Condé Nast Traveler, Mr & Mrs Smith and Afar Magazine.
The Last House
The Telegraph
Mr & Mrs Smith
Michelin Guide
Time Out
Pubudu Mawatha, Seenimodara, Nakulugamuwa, Tangalle 82200, Sri Lanka
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Pool
The Telegraph8.0
"Mawella is one of south coast Sri Lanka’s last remaining undeveloped beaches, and this five-bedroom Bawa-designed beach house is its perfect match; tranquil, relaxed and colourful." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "A seductive seafront sanctuary, the Last House hotel in Tangalle is a love letter to Sri Lanka by legendary local architect Geoffrey Bawa." Full review
Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand
"Six rooms house guests in remarkably homey style, and the wraparound verandas supply a wealth of public, yet sheltered, outdoor space...the atmosphere at the Last House is a convivial one" Full review
Time Out "Located in Tangalle, a getaway suitable for family and friends" Full review
Wallawwa by Teardrop Hotels
Afar Magazine
Condé Nast Traveler The Telegraph Mr & Mrs Smith
Minuwangoda Road, Nr Ja-Ela & Bandaranaike Int Airport, Kotugoda, Sri Lanka
From $341/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Afar Magazine "The short jaunt to the airport may be handy, but The Wallawwa boutique hotel near Colombo is so much more than a pre- or post-flight crash pad."
Condé Nast Traveler ""The house-made cinnamon ice cream here, near Colombo, is a revelation. The country produces some of the world's greatest cinnamon: Once you've had it, you'll realize that the cinnamon..." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"It’s hard to believe this stylish colonial retreat in leafy landscaped gardens is only a short drive from Colombo International Bandaranaike Airport." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "A lovingly restored 200-year-old manor house 45 minutes outside Colombo, the Wallawwa hotel sits amid lush tropical gardens that feel miles from anywhere." Full review
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For dinner, Mr Smith opts for the black pork curry and I choose the grilled mahi mahi followed by an incredible mango crumble with vanilla custard.
