Turyaa Kalutara  

On Sri Lanka’s sun-drenched southwest coast in Wadduwa, Kalutara District — about 37 km south of Colombo and roughly 77 km from Bandaranaike International Airport. This beach hotel sits steps from Pothupitiya Beach and is close to Richmond Castle, Kalutara Bodhiya and Wild Trails Lanka.

Set amid five acres of landscaped gardens with easy access to surf and sand, the hotel feels like tropical seaside luxe with a playful edge. Nearly 200 air-conditioned rooms and family suites offer sea-view balconies or garden terraces, minibars, safes, LCD/satellite TVs, coffee/tea makers and partially open bathrooms with bathtubs, hairdryers and complimentary toiletries.

Two outdoor pools (including a children’s pool), poolside bars and a grill, a full-service spa for massages and body treatments, sauna and fitness studio keep things lively. There’s also tennis and volleyball facilities, a nightclub and an arcade/game room — perfect for family-friendly fun. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and take advantage of salon services, concierge and onsite shops.

Conference and meeting rooms (including two meeting spaces), complimentary wireless internet and a 24-hour front desk make events straightforward. Dry cleaning, laundry services and valet/self parking are available onsite.

Choose from multiple on-site restaurants — including Svar and specialty Italian and Sri Lankan outlets — plus a coffee shop and poolside bars. A poolside grill and barbecue add casual options, buffet breakfasts run daily, and 24-hour room service keeps late-night cravings covered.