Scores at a Glance
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle ResortHilton Yala Resort
Overall
8.8
8.8
Beach
·
6.4
Food
8.7
8.5
Service
8.8
9.1
Rooms
9.0
9.0
Luxury
9.0
8.8
Value
8.0
7.3
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
8.8
Overall Score
8.8
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.8 (2,122)
Google Rating
4.8 (546)
Rates TBD
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
–
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
60 min
Airport Transfer
260 min
All Scores
–
Beach
6.4
8.7
Food
8.5
8.8
Service
9.1
9.0
Rooms
9.0
–
Pools
8.3
9.0
Luxury
8.8
8.0
Value
7.3
8.4
Family
–
8.7
Quiet
9.1
–
Adventure
9.3
9.0
Wellness
–
–
Remote work
8.2
Vibes
Yes
Quiet
Yes
–
Adventure
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Kids
Yes
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort
- Full-service spa
- 60 min from HRI
Hilton Yala Resort
- 1 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 260 min from CMB
Pros · Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort
- Beautiful clifftop and beachfront setting in a coconut estate.
- Strong spa and wellness profile.
- Good fit for families who want a luxury resort base rather than a busy town stay.
- Large enough to offer facilities while still feeling destination-focused.
Pros · Hilton Yala Resort
- Excellent Yala National Park access and guide positioning.
- Small 42-room luxury footprint.
- Strong room, service and nature-setting signals.
Cons · Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort
- All-inclusive is optional, not the default booking product.
- Remote Tangalle location adds transfer time and limits walkable off-property dining.
- Sea conditions on Sri Lanka's south coast can vary.
- Some guests note that premium services and extras can feel expensive.
Cons · Hilton Yala Resort
- Not a classic all-inclusive beach resort.
- Very long transfer from Colombo airport.
- All-inclusive and safari inclusions are rate-specific.
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