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Coral Garden Hotel, Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka

FAMILY RESORT HOTEL | 154 AC ROOMS

Coral Gardens Hotel is amongst the pioneer beach hotels on the south-western coast of Sri Lanka. Facing the splendid coral reefs of Hikkaduwa with immaculately tendered gardens, the hotel is world renown for what it has to offer by way of underwater adventure. A professional team of PADI certified instructors offer certification courses and will also test your skill level and help you make the best use of the available facilities for scuba diving and snorkelling. There are 15 diving locations to pick from, including two ancient shipwrecks. And for the absolute amateur, there are glass-bottomed boats that will take you around the reef. Be dazzled by the colourful sea life of the reefs or just relax on the sun-drenched beach. Or take a break from sun, sea and sand and explore the many wonders that lie not too far inland from the hotel.

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage City of Galle, some 25km further south. The old Dutch fort and the many lovingly restored properties within, are all well worth the experience.

ACCOMMODATION

The Coral Garden Hotel offers its guests 154 air conditioned rooms with en suite bathrooms. There are both baths and showers with bath towels, toiletries and all the usual amenities. All rooms face westward towards the Indian Ocean and the glorious afternoon sunsets. All rooms have satellite television, 24hrs room service and laundry services.

DINING

Food at the Coral Garden Hotel is excellent and the kitchen prides itself on providing a wide array of dishes to satisfy everyone. A generous spread of international cuisine is well complemented by exotic Sri Lankan dishes. The “International” element is accentuated every night with a special “ethnic” corner. Food goes down better if the ambience is right and the restaurant is a nice place to sit and dine and also makes a hang-out place to sit and relax.

The poolside bar serves snacks, fresh fruit juices and cocktails all day long.

ACTIVITIES

Underwater safaris
Under the watchful eyes of professional instructors, guests are tested for their skills at snorkelling and diving and depending on the skill level taken out to explore the magical world that lies just a few hundred meters offshore, the Hikkaduwa Coral Reef, home to the a colourful array of wondrous creatures of the sea. For the more experienced divers, there are 15 dive sites and two ancient shipwrecks whose histories along with fascinating tales lie at the bottom of the sea. They provide an opportunity to dive into a different century. Glass-bottom boats are also available for those who don’t want to take the plunge.

Herbal Health Centre
The Ayurvedic Health Centre offers a range of services designed not just to alleviate aches and pains and relieve stress, but enhance that overall feel-good sensation of your body. The physicians will work with you to come up with a treatment plan that suits your needs and fits your schedule. Herbal baths, aromatherapy, facial massages, body massages…in fact the entire gamut of Ayurvedic treatments devoted to making you look and feel terrific.

Recreation
There is a lot to do in and around Hikkaduwa, but if you’re ready to travel short distances, the region provides travellers with many stunning experiences. The hotel will arrange transport to visit the Galle Fort, Sinharaja Rainforest Reserve, a drive to the hill country with endless tea estates and lots of other cultural experiences such as visits to temples and other ancient historic sites. Coral Garden Hotel also offers some onsite sports facilities, which include floodlit tennis courts, table tennis, squash and volleyball, a large swimming pool with waterloo.

Entertainment
The hotel has its own nightclub / discotheque. Live entertainment comes in many forms….you can listen to a band, watch a magician or a juggler. Every night something different, something new, guaranteed to enthral. Sit back with the drink of your choice and soak it up along with the balmy ambience that is a permanent resident at the hotel.

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Products & Services: 154 A/C Rooms, Bath/Shower, WC, Telephone, Radio, Ocean facing rooms, Satellite TV, Room service, Restaurant, Large swimming pool with kiddies pool, Underwater sports, Boat excursions, Sailing, Fishing, Squash, Gym, Tennis court with flood lights, Table tennis, Volley ball, Darts, Squash court, Sauna, Discotheque, Coffee shop, Bar with lounge and outside terrace, Boutique, Souvenir shops, Hair dresser, Ayurvedic centre, Conference facilities.

Check-in/Check-out Time: Check-in is 12.00 noon and Check-Out is 11.00 a.m. An earlier Check-in Time or later Check-out time can be requested on a case by case basis and the resort may agree depending on availability.

Address: Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka
Airport: Colombo International

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Sri Lanka

Amaya Reef | Beach Spa Resort | Hikkaduwa |…

DELUXE BEACH RESORT & SPA | 54 ROOMS

Golden sands – Days spent lazing on the beach of Sri Lanka’s southern coast – Exploring the ocean, diving shipwrecks, snorkelling the reef. Poolside cocktails. Seaside lobster. Beach walks. Rainforest excursions. ..wow! This is paradise. Friendly smiles and personalised service, whether you are a first-time guest or one of the many repeat visitors.

Most guests choose to spend their days around the sea, and the resort has been designed with this desire in mind. Every room has a sea view, where early risers can enjoy the brilliant early morning blue from their balcony. Enjoy breakfast in the ocean-side restaurant, choosing from international fare or Sri Lankan style for a taste of local cuisine [Don’t miss the ftropical ruit salad topped with curd and honey]. A morning walk south along the beach will take you to quiet stretches of beach bordered by lush greenery and coconut palms swaying in the sea breeze.

In the afternoon, snorkel the coral reef or take a trip to the Dutch colonial fort in nearby Galle. a UNESCO listed World Heritage City. Amaya Reef arranges snorkelling excursions so you can see the attraction that lends the resort its name. For divers, Amaya helps you to book diving trips that catch the highlights of the southern coast. PADI certification courses are also available.

Luxuriate in the evening with a lobster dinner, freshly caught and served according to your taste.

Transportation to/from Amaya Reef, individual excursions or a daily chauffeur-driven car can be easily arranged by the hotel.

Hikkaduwa is a lively beach town straddling Galle Road, which runs from Colombo to the country’s southern reaches. As you walk through the town, you will encounter shops where you can pick up local artwork, batiks, clothing or even a distinctive piece of jewellery.

Those seeking culture will find the town dotted with a few interesting temples, and heading a little inland you can catch a glimpse of the local lifestyle. Just cross Galle Road and stroll down a promising sidelane, where you may discover a temple ceremony, local farmers, rice paddy’s, or a spirited game of cricket.

From Amaya Reef you can explore the southern coastline. The hotel offers the following excursions.

– Visit to Galle City
– Visit to Martin Wickramasinghe Folk Museum, Koggala
– Stilt fishing at Ahangama
– Visit to world-famous Sinharaja Rainforest
– Madu Ganga safari in Balapitaya
– Turtle Hatchery at Kosgoda
– Watersports at Bentota
– Deep Sea Catamaran Fishing
– Train tour to Matara
– Moonstone mine at Meetiyagoda

Ayurveda Spa: The science of life, Ayurveda is an ancient healing science practiced extensively in Sri Lanka and India. A holistic approach to wellness and to maintaining a balance between the body and the mind, passed on from one generation to the next for centuries. It is a journey back in time to discover one of the best-kept secrets of Sri Lanka.

Experience this time-honoured tradition at Amaya Reef’s Ayurveda spa. Elevate your holiday with healing encounters with the elements of nature, herbal remedies, aromatic steams, and purifying scents. Oil body massage enhanced by individually selected Ayurvedic medicinal oils that relax the muscles. Facial treatment under aromatic steam that rejuvenates the skin. Herbal bath with the scents of locally grown herbs that cleanse and detoxifythe body.

Each therapeutic treatment is performed by qualified Ayurvedic specialists, under close supervision of the resident Ayurvedic physician. For guests who require a specific treatment, tailor-made programmes an be designed with particular attention paid to the selection of individual herbal ingredients and therapeutic techniques.

Led by well-trained male and female therapists, Amaya Reef offers a wide selection of popular Ayurveda spa treatment programmes.

ACCOMMODATION

Overlook the Indian Ocean from your balcony or terrace. Every one of Amaya Reef’s 54 rooms features an ocean view and each offers individual design. Simplicity – Clean design that allows you to enjoy the natural setting. Ocean breezes. Sri Lankan sunsets. A comfortable space of your own to enjoy the beauty of Hikkaduwa.

CUISINE

Seaside Restaurant: Grilled lobster. Sri Lankan fish. Tiger prawns. Sri Lankan curries. Dine on the freshest seafood with exquisite flavours and local touches that give each dish a flavour unique from any you have tasted elsewhere in the world.

Amaya Reef’s culinary director and staff seek out the individual desires of each guest, ensuring them a personalised dining experience that outshines the buffets or one-menu-suits-all approach found in many restaurants.

Theme nights bring you close to Sri Lankan culture and world cuisine, with décor and culinary offerings evoking each special theme.

Open Air Bar: Savour drinks at the bar, chatting with the friendly bartenders or enjoy your cocktails at a table beneath the trees. The bar is found between the main building and the seaside restaurant. Choose your pleasure from a selection of cocktails, beers, wines, shooters. Adventurous revellers are invited to try a drink made from the strong local coconut liquor arrack.

High Tide Pub: Your holiday splash begins. Feel the rhythm. Allow the body to move with the flow of energy. Grab a margarita and experience a high tide of fun as your body warms up to the ambience.

With a well-stocked bar, bartenders at High Tide Pub can concoct a wide range of alcoholic drinks and cocktails to satisfy your imagination. The bar also serves savoury bite-sized snacks or “short-eats” with a touch of local spice and flavour.

The sands of Hikkaduwa shine a beautiful golden yellow and long after your trip you are likely to remember the hours spent strolling down the beach, swimming along the shore or basking in the equatorial sun for a tan to be envied.

The beach – its spectacular scenery and relaxed atmosphere – this is what brings guests to Hikkaduwa.

A famed surfing destination. A coral sanctuary perfect for snorkelling. Diving expeditions which take you to the most fascinating underwater sites in the area.

Products & Services :54 A/C Rooms, Room Service, Foreign Currency Exchange, Laundry Service, IDD Facilities, Swimming Pool, Ayurvedic Spa Treatments, Nightclub (opening soon), Tennis, Table Tennis, Beach Volleyball, Basketball, Badminton, Surfing, Water Polo, Boat Rides, Beach Rugby, Indoor Games.

Check-in/Check-out Time Normal Check-in Time is 12.00 noon and Check-Out time is 11.00 a.m. Earlier Check-in Time or later Check-out time could be requested on a case by case basis and the hotel may agree depending on availability.

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Sri Lanka

Aditya Villa | Luxury Boutique Hotel | Rathgama |…

LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTEL | TWELVE SUITES | SPA

Aditya is a small all-suite luxury boutique hotel on a hidden stretch of beach in Rathgama, southwest Sri Lanka. The property is located between the tourist playground of Hikkaduwa and the historic Fort city of Galle. It is approximately 100 km south of the capital Colombo.

The hotel is a small, intimate hotel with only twelve suites. Aditya feels as warm and welcoming as a home, and made out to be your own private luxury villa on the beach in paradise.

Aditya offers more than just luxury on the beach. It arouses the senses, stimulates the intellect, and draws the soul into a truly transcendent experience. The hotel boasts five enchanting Garden Suites, six fabulous Ocean Suites, and the stunning two-storey Grand Surya Suite. Each suite is uniquely appointed with authentic art and antiques drawn from Sri Lanka , the Subcontinent and the East Indies . The suites are not numbered – they are named after the twelve Adityas, the solar deities of Hindu mythology.

All suites are equipped with a full range of luxury and convenience features, including a private plunge pool, large-screen TV, DVD/CD player, minibar, safe, hairdryer, tea & coffee service, his & her sinks, vanity mirrors, and more.

But the suites themselves are anything but small. Guests find themselves in some of the most expansive accommodation available in Sri Lanka, cosseted in exquisite tropical art and antiques, lavished with every conceivable luxury, and indulged with service that looks after every need and desire. Guests can summon room service, laundry, and en suite spa treatment with an exiting and holistic spa menu.

Aditya is a boutique hotel in the finest sense of the expression. Located on one of Sri Lanka’s most pristine stretch of beaches, with a beautiful swimming pool and an en-suite spa service, Aditya provides an environment of true romance and authentic well-being that few boutique hotels can boast of. The hotel s a lot more than just luxury on the beach. It arouses the senses, stimulates the intellect, and draws the soul into a truly transcendent experience.

Aditya offers regular mini courses on subjects like Sri Lankan cooking, mask making, juggery making etc. Themed tours take guests off the beaten track to some of the area’s most fascinating experiences. Guests can make use of the Aditya’s Mini Moke for excursions to the historic attractions of Galle and the hedonistic pleasures of Hikkaduwa.

ACCOMMODATION

Ocean Suites
Fantastic views over the Indian Ocean, Aditya offers some of Sri Lanka’s most scenic beaches and also some of the world’s best sunsets. Few hotels can offer sunsets quite like these, enjoyed from purpose-designed private balconies. The beautiful décor, spectacular bathrooms, plunge pools, and comprehensive luxury amenities that are also part and parcel of these suites.

Garden Suites
The Garden suites are charming with own plunge pool, exquisite furnishings and all the expected luxury features. Each suite offers all kinds of serendipitous delights which include some celestial ceiling designs, dreamy verandas, and of course, private gardens with the kind of lush tropical foliage for which Sri Lanka is famous.

Surya Presidential Suite
An astonishing penthouse suite comprising two levels, the lower level boasts expansive living space with plush furnishings to stretch out, relax, watch a movie or entertain. The upper level hosts a magnificently proportioned bed that is splendid to behold, and even more splendid to occupy. Outside is a massive private sun-deck and an open air plunge pool overlooking the endless blue of the Indian Ocean and the million colours of the tropical sunsets. Surya is Aditya’s crowning glory, and arguably the most spectacular accommodation on offer by any boutique hotel in Sri Lanka today.

Cuisine
Aditya’s Restaurant offers a cosmopolitan menu, carefully chosen for discerning palates, with a strong emphasis on fresh seafood. Guests may request custom-prepared meals, depending on the availability of ingredients. Our guests may dine whenever and wherever they choose. The Bar is stocked with a comprehensive range of wines and spirits, and serves up familiar and exotic cocktails.

Activities

Aditya offers ideal swimming and sunbathing conditions, with an expansive pool and a long, wonderfully secluded stretch of beach.
The En Suite Spa service brings in expert hands to banish stress and fatigue in total comfort and privacy
The fully-equipped Gym keeps the body in shape – the Yoga Room does the same for the mind.
The Library has an extensive collection of books, movies and music for all tastes.
The colonial port city of Galle, with its historic Dutch fort, is a ten minute drive south from Aditya. This atmospheric town is one of Sri Lanka’s premier attractions.
Hikkaduwa, just to the north of Aditya, has long been a traveller’s playground. It is famous for its coral gardens as well as its characterful beach restaurants and bars.
Ambalangoda, about a twenty minute drive north from Aditya, is a centre for art and crafts. It is renowned for its distinctive devil-masks, and is also one of the best places on the island to shop for antiques.

Check-in/Check-out Time Normal Check-in Time is 2.00 p.m. and Check-Out time is 12.00 noon. Earlier Check-in Time or later Check-out time could be requested on a case by case basis and the hotel may agree depending on availability.

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