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Buckingham Place

4.0 star property
Beachfront, with full-service spa

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2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Garden Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Balcony Double Bedroom | View from room
Building design
Extra Large Double Bedroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Buckingham Place sits oceanside, offering a peaceful retreat with thoughtful amenities. Guests can book massages and manicures at the spa, relax in the garden, visit the arcade/game room, or simply stretch out on sun loungers at the beach.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
Spa reception

Spa

The on-site spa has couples treatment rooms. The hotel's spa offers deep-tissue massages as well as pampering treatments such as facials and manicures/pedicures.

Treatment room
Bathroom

Room options

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Honeymoon Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Honeymoon Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
  • 88 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Extra Large Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Extra Large Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 84 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Balcony Double Bedroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Balcony Double Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 66 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Garden Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 84 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Extra Large Double Bedroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Extra Large Double Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 59 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Rekawa Beach, Wellawathugoda Road, Netolpitilya, Rekawa, 82200

What's nearby

  • Turtle Watch Rekawa - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rekawa Beach - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles
  • Tangalle Lighthouse - 24 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Parewella Natural Swimming Area - 25 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Goyambokka Beach - 28 min drive - 10.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Verala - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Chalet Restaurante - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Redbeach - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Il Mare - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Yuliconia - ‬22 min drive

About this property

Buckingham Place

Upscale boutique hotel by the ocean
Take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden at Buckingham Place. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure, a massage, and a facial at the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/game room and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, airport pick-up service (surcharge), and luggage storage
  • A front-desk safe, coffee/tea in the lobby, and beach towels
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and separate tubs/showers
  • 42-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and refrigerators

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • 11 buildings
  • Built in 2010
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer to the property via Shuttle and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests should be aware that 2 dogs reside at this property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 8 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 8 are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 125
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 62.50 (from 8 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 125
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 62.50 (from 1 to 12 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 100 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 2)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds and onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Accommodations for children age 6-12 must be requested prior to arrival
Property Registration Number 5288312

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Children 8 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Children under 8 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Buckingham Place Hotel Tangalla
Buckingham Place Tangalla
Buckingham Place Hotel Tangalle
Buckingham Place Hotel
Buckingham Place Tangalle
Buckingham Place
Buckingham Place Hotel
Buckingham Place Rekawa
Buckingham Place Hotel Rekawa

Frequently asked questions

Does Buckingham Place have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Buckingham Place pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Buckingham Place?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Buckingham Place?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Buckingham Place?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does Buckingham Place provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of USD 100 per vehicle applies.

Where is Buckingham Place located?

This Rekawa hotel is on the beach, 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from Kalamatiya Bird Sanctuary, and within 32 mi (52 km) of Mulkirigala Rock Monastery and Bundala National Park.

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