Located within less than 1 km of Tangalle Beach and 19 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole in Tangalle, Home in the Island offers accommodation with seating area. This guest house provides air-conditioned accommodation with a patio. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. At the guest house, every unit has a desk. A balcony with an outdoor dining area and pool views is offered in all units. The units include a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen. The area is popular for cycling and hiking, and car hire is available at the guest house. The guest house has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Weherahena Buddhist Temple is 41 km from Home in the Island, while Tangalle Lagoon is 5.7 km away. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International, 56 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
10.0
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
5.0
High score for Tangalle
Low score for Tangalle
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  • A
    India India
    Pros : Amazing host.. Mr. Ranjith's hospitality is top notch.. so affectionate & carrying host. On the day of arrival he greeted us with sweet tender coconut. The next morning he warmed us with his homemade coconut pancake. The day we departed he...
  • Black
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    Great location ,friendly owners ,who greeted us with a coconut each on arrival.Grest location ,close to the quiet end of a lovely beach..Lovely garden with peacocks and plants .
  • Sofie
    Germany Germany
    We were on site for 3 nights and absolutely happy! Beautifully surrounded by nature and tranquility. The two hosts are especially sweet, have made us feel more than welcome <3
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Home in the Island
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Pool view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Kitchenware
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Tour desk
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Key access
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Mosquito net
    • Wake-up service
    • Private entrance
    • Car hire
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Indoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/beach towels
    Wellness
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Home in the Island takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 22:00

    Check-out

    From 06:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

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

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Cash only

    This property only accepts cash payments.


    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Home in the Island

    • Check-in at Home in the Island is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Home in the Island offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Bike tours
      • Swimming Pool
      • Walking tours
      • Beach

    • The nearest beach is just 200 yards from Home in the Island. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Home in the Island may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

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

    • Room options at Home in the Island include:

      • Double

    • Home in the Island is 2.6 miles from the centre of Tangalle. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Home in the Island on this page.