Avani Kalutara Resort offers the perfect tropical escape along Sri Lanka’s scenic southern coast, seamlessly blending colonial charm with modern tropical aesthetics inspired by Geoffrey Bawa. A haven of relaxation, adventure, and warm Sri Lankan hospitality, the resort invites you to lounge by the pool or on the palm-fringed beach, enjoy yoga and fitness sessions, or indulge in local and international flavors with oceanfront dining. For adventure seekers, kayak along the river, experience rock climbing, zip-lining, and abseiling at the Glider Adventure Tower, or explore the rich culture and handicraft markets of Kalutara. Whether you seek thrilling outdoor activities or tranquil beachside moments, Avani Kalutara Resort offers an unforgettable island getaway tailored to your perfect holiday.
GGinge52025.01.03
5* hotel booked to end our trip in style.
Bar staff and cleaners were super happy, polite and love to great the guests in the hotel.
Reception staff were generally unhelpful. I tried to book activities and excursions, but was initially told to go the hotel next door before being given a random book
While trying to sort late check out one receptionist began serving another customer over my head. Late check out was eventually agreed to which was helpful but after being sat face to face in silence for minutes.
Facilities are wonderful. Nice private beach, great pool area. Two bars and buffet style restaurant with ala carte option.
Locals got charged significantly less for our event dinner. Some would say that's fair, others would disagree, but not being transparent probably suggests it was trying to be hidden.
Service wasn't 5*. When we arrived our bedding was ripped and had a huge hole in it. Thankfully this was fixed, but I think atleast 2/3 people came to check before it was resolved.
Nestled between the serene Kalu Ganga River and the vast Indian Ocean, Anantara Kalutara Resort is a secluded sanctuary of luxury and tranquility, just an hour from Colombo. Inspired by the legendary Geoffrey Bawa, the resort’s Dutch colonial architecture harmonizes with nature, offering sun-dappled spaces and breathtaking water views. Whether practicing yoga by the coast, indulging in holistic Ayurvedic spa treatments, or savoring authentic Sri Lankan and international cuisine, every moment is designed for relaxation and discovery. With water sports, kids’ and teens’ clubs, and exclusive dining experiences, Anantara Kalutara Resort is an idyllic retreat for families, couples, and culture seekers alike.
李李2020.02.09
The international five-star standard, the waiters are each warm and polite, the English standard, the traditional dance and singing are welcome and welcome guests, very pleasant surprise! The rooms are nice, reasonably designed, big enough, and comfortable. The hotel is one hour away from Colombo and the traffic is convenient. There are many entertainment activities, you can play billiards, play giant chess, table football, these are free of charge, and water sports and archery should be charged, not experienced. He was also sung by foreigners and sang karaoke, only English songs. The hotel itself is beautiful and large, like a large park with the sea on one side and the lake on the other. The garden view room we booked was upgraded to pool view. This is very bad and very noisy! Did not sleep well for two days! In the morning, the crows are meeting! In the afternoon, there are all kinds of chair pulling sounds, and in the evening it is even more terrible. Crows of crows gather by the pool and take a bath in the pool! If you want to live, it is best to book a sea view room! There is also a swimming pool over there. The sea water is very good, but it is also very wavy. In the evening, go for a stroll to the beach to see the sunset is beautiful. This is a hotel that should return.
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GGuest UserThis is more a resort then a normal hotel. with good facilities .
Even though it is more then 20 years old it is still o'kay and is currently being updated and renovated.
Back when it first opened ,it was probably the best resort in all of Sri Lanka!!
Quiet location ,a bit out of town ,but easy to get a Tuk Tuk to get around.
it is about 2 hours by bus from Colombo ,or probably quicker by train ........ but not as much fun!
Staff where freindly and helpful if needed.
GGuest UserUnfortunately underwhelming...
We booked a room with 2 double beds (alternatively 2 single bed) for a higher price because that's what we wanted - when we checked in, we were given a room with 1 double bed. Unfortunately the bed couldn't be spitted and no other room was available (which we highly doubted, as we were one of the early one's checking in that day).
We received a very soft co-sleeper bed...
The first night, we went to bed quite early as we were exhausted from the day. Suddenly, there was banging on the door - up to 10 times - before I was awake enough to open the door to 2 service guys from the hotel, giving me some cut fruits and 4 pralines - at 10:30pm!? I was totally confused by the time and behaviour...
Also the personnel wasn't of great help when asked regarding directions, post office, or else...
We just didn't like the experience we had in this hotel.
GGuest UserInitial experience wasn’t great at check-in, as the staff wasn’t giving accurate information about dinner prices, and wasn’t very friendly. There were also a few issues in the room. But the front desk was able to coordinate with their internal house keeping and engineering team to solve the problems. We were happy with their services in the end.
GGuest UserThe food was so delicious. You must book their ocean-view room, which is big and bright. The front desk was super nice and suggested that we upgrade to the ocean side instead of the railway side, because the railway side is a little noisy when the train passes by. The ocean side will not have this problem at all. The key is to eat roasted pig's trotters in Sri Lanka, which is so delicious!!!
MMy name is DongDongIt's a very nice place, beautiful sea, all the services are good, very good food, perfect and clean room, I can promise to have a good time, for me it is a go to Sri Lanka A place to stop in the South. They also have a full bar and a nice pool
GGuest UserHotel is modern , fresh , well maintained . Perfect for a relaxing vacation with gym , excellent long pool , yoga , sports area . Access to the beach is private and peaceful. Food spread was lavish Nd tasty . Staff is very friendly Nd goes out of the way to help you . We enjoyed the wide spread of food for new years gala dinner . Bar has good choice of liquor. You can take a tuktuk from hotel lobby roam around to see local life . Go to kalatura rich look store or others for cheap but good quality daily wear clothes . Beach is little rough . Spending 5 nights with hotel was relaxing then we moved to bentota to enjoy the beach which is smooth Nd one of the best I have come across travelling world around . Special thank to Tusharri to ensure we had the best stay Nd the personal touch she provided and Mr Prasad Wijesyriya for maintaining the hotel so well . You can always see them around with a smile and ensuring all guests are happy checking on them . Key feature is the long swimming pool . We are staying at Taj bentota now but we found citrus much better with pool , rooms and pricing for quality .
EEKATERINAHotel on the beach.
Pool with fresh water.
Air conditioning works only in one mode.
Refrigerator rumbles like a tractor. Louder than a train and the ocean.
The bar does not sell alcohol on holidays. In another hotel they sell it without problems.
The food is ordinary home-cooked. Sometimes it is not even tasty.
Does not match the price!!!!
Four sun loungers (but then they brought two more wooden ones)
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