Wet Zone
The Last House
The Last House is a peaceful Sri Lankan boutique hotel on the south coast where you can easily relax or enjoy visits to see the stunning wildlife, culture and heritage nearby.
Located near Tangalle, it is the late architect Geoffrey Bawa’s final example of his world-renowned designs seen all around Sri Lanka, and is colourful, airy and stylish in a way that makes you feel at home. The building and the rooms are spacious and open to make use of the sea breeze to cool the rooms down. In 2022 air conditioning was installed to ensure comfort for those for whom ceiling fans are not enough.
After a long day exploring in the national park or out whale watching you can take a dip in the swimming pool or go for a swim in the sea on the wonderfully quiet beach at the end of the garden.
The fact that there are no TVs in the rooms means it does encourage a peaceful atmosphere and that you are on the beach, away from anything, makes for the most relaxing stay you can have in Sri Lanka.
To make things even better, the food is delicious and the staff are wonderfully attentive.
The Last House can be booked for parties of friends of family, or rooms can be individually booked.
Facilities
Central swimming pool, Beautiful garden area, Restaurant, Air conditioning, Private dining can be arranged, Lounge, Free Wifi, Tours and ticket assistance, Laundry service, and a remote virtually private beach.
Local Wildlife
Go to Yala National Park on safari which has the world’s highest concentration of Leopards or enjoy the company of large herds of Elephants at Udawalawe reserve. Visit the Bandula Bird sanctuary to see over 100 indigenous bird species. Witness turtles laying eggs at night at the Turtle hatchery. 45 minutes away from Last House you can take boat excursions from Mirissa to go Whale watching. Parakeets, Hornbills and Peacocks can be seen at the bottom of the garden.
Optional Activities
Massages can be arranged in nearbye spas, Surfing at Hiriketiya Bay or Mirissa, Whale and Dolphin watching excursions, visit the Bandula Bird Sanctuary, Visit the Turtle hatchery by night, fishing and snorkelling boat tours, visit Galle to see the UNESCO World Heritage Fort, visit the Katargama Temple, cycling, croquet on the lawn.
Alan Godwin
Area Specialist
If you are looking for a small boutique hotel in a quiet spot with direct access to an almost deserted beach, the Last House is for you.
If you have any questions regarding our Sri Lanka tours, please feel free to contact me on +44 (0)1803 866965
“It was a very good tour in every respect…Anyone fortunate enough to get [our guide] as their guide will have met an excellent ambassador for Sri Lanka. It was a perfect mix of culture and wildlife and overall a very good mix of hotels.