Alankuda Beach Resort

On Sri Lanka’s western peninsula near Etalai/Koyyawadi in Puttalam District, set on a private two-kilometer stretch of beach about 3 km from the town center. Roughly 3 hours north of Colombo and just over 2 hours from the airport, the resort is close to Ruwala Nature & Adventure Park and Kandakuly Beach.

Quirky, romantic beachfront resort with a relaxed, discreet vibe and a range of accommodation along the sand. Rooms are air-conditioned and simple — private bathrooms with showers, TV, safes and desks, daily housekeeping — and the ocean is mirror-calm from October to May.

Private beach access plus a full water-sports program: snorkeling over coral, dolphin and whale watching, deep-sea fishing, kayaking, canoeing, sailing, kite and windsurfing. On-site features include a terrace and garden, barbecue area, arcade/game room, common TV area, elevator for accessibility, complimentary Wi-Fi and free self parking — wake up to sea-breeze mornings.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout the property, free self parking, luggage storage and complimentary newspapers in the lobby.

On-site restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with local flavors and room service during limited hours; barbecue grills are available for alfresco meals.