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Amanwella is an Aman resort on Sri Lanka's south coast in Tangalle, set within lush nature above a crescent of golden sand. It offers 30 private suites, Sri Lankan fine dining, and a beachfront spa and pool. This independent guide gathers verified facts from the resort's official website for travellers comparing a stay in the area.
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Amanwella is in Tangalle, on Sri Lanka's sun-drenched south coast. The resort is reached by a winding track through lush jungle, which opens onto a crescent of golden sand.
The address is Boddhi Mawatha, Wella Wathuara, Godellawela, Tangalle. Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is a one-hour drive away.
The resort sits on the shores of the Indian Ocean, and its setting places it within reach of Galle, home to the 17th-century Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where Aman's sister property Amangalla is located.
Amanwella has 30 private suites, surrounded by lush nature.
The suites page lists inclusions such as daily breakfast, daily afternoon tea, in-room refreshments and non-alcoholic beverages, daily morning yoga classes (subject to availability), Tuk Tuk transportation within the resort, complimentary pressing (three pieces of clothing per room, per day) and butler service.
Dining at Amanwella includes a Village Dinner, set beneath the stars in a rustic village-style setting, with local music and spices simmering in clay pots over open fires.
The resort also offers a Private Seafood Barbecue, in one of two serene settings on the shores of the Indian Ocean, with freshly grilled seafood, candles and ginipandans (oil lamps), and the optional addition of traditional or fire-limbo dancers.
Restaurants are open to Aman guests and non-residents, subject to availability. Reservations can be made by phone at +94 4 7 224 1333 or by email.
Wellness at Amanwella includes an extensive menu of massages and facials, as well as manicures and pedicures. Treatments are available in-suite and on the beach.
There is an open-air yoga platform on the beach, and private yoga and personal training sessions in the coconut grove. Meditation with a monk is offered at Amanwella, a local temple or the Buddhist Centre.
The resort has a 47-metre swimming pool with sea views.
The resort's setting and facilities suit couples and travellers looking for a beachside retreat on Sri Lanka's south coast. The suites include butler service, and dining experiences such as the Private Seafood Barbecue are designed for two.
Families and guests interested in wildlife can use Amanwella as a base: within 2.5 hours by car are Udawalawe National Park, where leopards and wild elephant roam, and Bundala, which attracts large numbers of migratory birds, with vehicles and guides arranged.
Amanwella is a one-hour drive from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport. The resort's getting-here page lists flight durations into Bandaranaike International (BIA), including Mumbai (2hrs 31min), Bangkok (3hrs 10min), Kuala Lumpur (3hrs 30min), Dubai (4hrs 35min), Istanbul (8hrs 20min) and London (10hrs 45min).
Editorial verification: Amanwella is affiliated with Aman; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Amanwella is in Tangalle, on Sri Lanka's south coast, at Boddhi Mawatha, Wella Wathuara, Godellawela, Tangalle. It is a one-hour drive from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport.
Amanwella is an Aman resort. Its sister property Amangalla is in Galle, within the Galle Fort.
Amanwella has 30 private suites, surrounded by lush nature.
Dining experiences include a Village Dinner and a Private Seafood Barbecue. Restaurants are open to Aman guests and non-residents, subject to availability.
Yes. The wellness offering includes massages, facials, manicures and pedicures, available in-suite and on the beach, plus a 47-metre swimming pool with sea views.
Book through the official Amanwella website or contact the resort by phone at +94 47 224 1333. Check availability for your dates before booking.
Amanwella is affiliated with Aman; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Amanwella is in Kadurupokuna, Sri Lanka. Address: Kadurupokuna, Southern Province, Sri Lanka.
| Location | Kadurupokuna, Sri Lanka |
|---|---|
| Address | Kadurupokuna, Southern Province, Sri Lanka |
| Brand / alliance | Aman |
| Official website | aman.com |
| General manager | Morton Johnston · General Manager ("prend la direction de l'Amanwella") · source: latribunedelhotellerie.com, checked 2026-09-28 |
| Area guide | Kadurupokuna luxury hotels |
| Verified | by the editorial board |
Sources: aman.com/resorts/amanwella · aman.com/resorts/amanwella/accommodation/suites · aman.com/resorts/amanwella/dining · aman.com/resorts/amanwella/wellness · aman.com/resorts/amanwella/getting-here-amanwella · aman.com/resorts/amanwella/experiences · aman.com/resorts/amanwella/exclusives/fort-beach-journey · aman.com/resorts/amanwella/exclusives/amanwella-wildlife-exclusive
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