About the Hotel

This sprawling manor, built in the 1800s by a prominent family in the Galle district, was first occupied by a British Admiral and later by a High Court judge of the colonial era. Tamarind Hill was refurbished preserving the intricate details and style of a by-gone era - all the extensions and alterations to the property have been beautifully blended with the original main house, in keeping with the architecture and restoring it to its grand origins.

Tamarind is situated on a 3 acre hill with huge courtyards, sun-dappled verandahs and tropical gardens, characterised by sloping tiled roofs, high ceilings, elongated verandahs and smooth polished cement corridors that are furnished with beautiful antiques, clever reproductions, and cushioned sofas. Bright white walls are illustrated by interesting artwork, drawings and maps.

A Tamarind tree – from where the hotel takes its name – is the centrepiece to the large grassy courtyard at the heart of the property and the tropical gardens that shelve down towards the river are enhanced by lush foliage, colourful plants and a magnificent infinity-edged swimming pool.

Rooms
Standard Room
Spacious and amply furnished, these rooms are standard only in name. Slightly smaller than the superior rooms they open onto cute private terraces furnished with planter’s chairs.

Superior Room
Slightly larger than the standard rooms having also a seating area and marginally bigger private terraces and are equally beautifully decorated and furnished with wardrobes and writing desks.

The Admiral Suite
This expansive living space takes up most of the first floor of the house. Twin vanities and a free-standing tub characterise the large en-suite bathroom. Doors from the bedroom open onto a huge and richly furnished balcony that affords views towards the ocean and which is shared with the suite next-door. A smaller intimate balcony – ideal for private dining and overlooks the central courtyard.

Captains Suite
Beautifully furnished and decorated. It opens onto the large front shared balcony though also has an intimate balcony of its own overlooking the central courtyard that would be ideal for private dining or lounging. The en-suite bathroom also has twin vanities, a bathtub and lots of gorgeously scented toiletries.

Tamarind Suite
The Admiral and Captain’s suites join together to form the magnificently spacious Tamarind Suite.

Facilities & Amenities

Hotel
Tamarind Restaurant, 24 hour Dining, Swimming pool & pavilion, Internet access (Wi Fi) , Poolside bar & 24 hour Bar- Colonial, Complimentary High tea, Airport pick up & drop, Laundry service

Rooms
Fan or AC option, En suite bathroom with hot & cold water, Telephone, Private courtyard, Safety deposit box, Plasma screen TV/ DVD player and Audio system, Cable TV, Tea/ Coffee making facility