Ravana Garden

The rooms were spacious and airy, with beautiful coastline views, and Malindi and the whole team made us feel genuinely cared for. They seemed to anticipate what we needed, always with warmth. We especially loved the food. Every meal was full of authentic Sri Lankan flavors, made with fresh local ingredients, and the chef brought creativity to each course. The candlelit barbecue dinner on the beach was a particularly magical evening. The hotel’s care for sustainability showed in the kitchen, its energy use and its choice to source local produce. The stay felt luxurious while still close to nature. A lovely choice if you want healthy food, thoughtful service and a calm escape.

Such a good, slightly mysterious place. The staff were friendly and helpful, and we had a great time. The simple, healthy meals used traditional Sri Lankan techniques. Really satisfying, and very close to nature. ❤️

We went home feeling refreshed and wishing we had booked longer. Ravana Garden has a calm feel along the quiet Kalametiya shore, with waves in the background and a private beach where you can actually swim. We especially enjoyed dinner on the lawn under the stars, and the food throughout was delicious, generous and full of flavor. Our room was large and airy, with a jacuzzi, and the spacious pool was great for long, lazy swims. The staff were kind, attentive and ready to help. The place follows a sustainable, minimal luxury style, so the rooms are clean and comfortable but don’t have five-star polish. The open shower was lovely, though the hot water was sometimes inconsistent. The kitchen serves seafood and chicken, but no pork, beef or mutton. We also missed having à la carte snacks by the pool, so bringing your own is a good idea. We’d definitely return. I’d suggest staying at least two to three nights to enjoy the quiet, the food and the peaceful setting.

The drive in was fine, too. The map route is right, and although the last stretch follows a narrow road by a paddy field, it felt safe and was easy to manage by car. Our daughter felt a little sick when we arrived, and the staff went out of their way to help. They brought porridge and soup to our room. The resident manager even drove us to the nearest doctor in his own car, despite my saying I could handle it. He told me to focus on my child instead of navigating, and later checked in to see how she was doing. Since she was unwell, we couldn’t experience Ravana Garden fully, but we’ve decided to return once things have settled. The welcome was wonderful from the start. Nearly the whole reception crew came to greet us, and they gave us a traditional lamp-lighting welcome, an amazing drink and a photo that they later turned into a souvenir. I’ve never felt so welcomed at a resort. The food was excellent, made with vegetables grown on the hotel grounds and without MSG or artificial additives. Their homemade tamarind sauce was mind-blowing. Everyone, from the manager and reception team to the cooking, serving and room service staff, gave their best. Their friendliness never seemed to fade. Honestly, this was the best hospitality we’ve ever experienced. 10 out of 10, and we’ll definitely visit again.