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Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle ResortvsThe Blue Water Hotel and Spa
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Scores at a Glance
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle ResortThe Blue Water Hotel and Spa
Overall
8.8
8.1
Beach
·
7.4
Food
8.7
7.9
Service
8.8
8.4
Rooms
9.0
8.3
Luxury
9.0
·
Value
8.0
7.8
Romance
·
8.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort | Measure | The Blue Water Hotel and Spa |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.8 | Overall Score | 8.1 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.8 (2,186) | Google Rating | 4.4 (5,752) |
| From $144 | Price / Night (pp) | Rates TBD |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | – |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| (better)60 min | Airport Transfer | 120 min |
All Scores
| Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort | Measure | The Blue Water Hotel and Spa |
|---|---|---|
| – | Beach | 7.4 |
| (better)8.7 | Food | 7.9 |
| (better)8.8 | Service | 8.4 |
| (better)9.0 | Rooms | 8.3 |
| – | Pools | 8.7 |
| 9.0 | Luxury | – |
| (better)8.0 | Value | 7.8 |
| 8.4 | Family | – |
| – | Romance | 8.5 |
| (better)8.7 | Quiet | 8.4 |
| (better)9.0 | Wellness | 7.7 |
Of the 9 measures we call, Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort leads on 9 and The Blue Water Hotel and Spa leads on 0.
Vibes
| Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort | Measure | The Blue Water Hotel and Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
| – | Romance | Yes |
Activities
| Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort | Measure | The Blue Water Hotel and Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort
- Full-service spa
- 60 min from HRI
The Blue Water Hotel and Spa
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 120 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 · The Blue Water Hotel and Spa
- Iconic Geoffrey Bawa design
- Large pool and beachfront setting
- Optional all-inclusive package
- Spacious room categories
- Strong quiet-romance feel
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 · The Blue Water Hotel and Spa
- All-inclusive exclusions are significant
- Beach swimming can vary
- Exact main entrance should be manually verified
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