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“A stunning and remote glamping hotel nestled amongst the coconut trees on Kalkudah Beach. Luxurious tents offer double beds, outdoor seating, and creative bathrooms guaranteed to please. The restaurant serves fresh local seafood and curries cooked to perfection- there is no liquor but you can BYOB.”

“A stunning and remote glamping hotel nestled amongst the coconut trees on Kalkudah Beach. Luxurious tents offer double beds, outdoor seating, and creative bathrooms guaranteed to please. The restaurant serves fresh local seafood and curries cooked to perfection- there is no liquor but you can BYOB.”

Hotel Review

When we visited this was the only hotel on the beach- unheard of! The 17 tents are scattered amongst the coconut trees and cashew groves giving them all privacy and a desert island feel. If you can't manage the few steps down to the beach after a hefty lunch of aromatic curries and tuna tartare then hop into the stunning saltwater infinity pool to cool off. The grounds are scattered with original artworks and local sculptures giving the place the feel of an open air gallery. This is a must visit, before the crowds come and take over!

Recommended For

  • Great walks
  • Wander this almost deserted and wonderfully pristine beach, the only folks you'll see will be local fishermen casting their nets
  • Honeymoons
  • Hidden away on 12 miles of pristine beach, with romantic luxe tents, double ended bathtubs and fabulous food
  • Families
  • The Seed tents sleep five comfortably and the hotel offers a kids menu, kids pool and boogie boards
  • Cycling
  • Borrow the hotel's bicycels to explore this tranquil area under your own steam
  • Watersports
  • The hotel provides body boards for those hoping to make the most of the excellent waves
  • Sights nearby
  • Venture to the nearby town of Batticaloa to explore the ruined fort and markets
  • Hotel Entertainment
  • Relax! Lounge by the pool, be pampered in the spa, feast in the restaurant
  • Yoga
  • Birdwatching
  • Outstanding location
  • On the remote east coast of Sri Lanka, this is a spectacular escape
  • Disabled access
  • One of the tents is accessible
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace
  • Family Suites
  • Quiet
  • Eco
  • Secluded setting
  • Glamping
  • Organic food
  • Barefoot Luxury
  • Sit-out Terrace
  • Full of character
  • Good wine list
  • Wellbeing
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • On the beach
  • Boutique
  • Landmark
  • Chic
  • Child friendly
  • 5* Luxury
  • Remote
  • Charming
  • Luxury
  • Four poster beds
  • Romantic
  • Views

Facilities

  • Disabled access
  • One of the tents is accessible
  • Bicycles available
  • Massage
  • Cots available
  • Outdoor dining
  • Airport transfer
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace
  • Bar
  • Family Suites
  • Parking
  • Bath robes
  • Safe
  • Views
  • Sit-out Terrace
  • Good wine list
  • Babysitting
  • Laundry
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Swimming Pool
  • Garden
  • Child friendly
  • Sitting Room
  • Room service
  • Suites
  • Private villas
  • Concierge
  • Satellite / Cable TV
  • Four poster beds
  • Wifi
  • Air conditioning
  • Games room

Activities

  • Great walks
  • Wander this almost deserted and wonderfully pristine beach, the only folks you'll see will be local fishermen casting their nets
  • Cycling
  • Borrow the hotel's bicycels to explore this tranquil area under your own steam
  • Watersports
  • The hotel provides body boards for those hoping to make the most of the excellent waves
  • Sights nearby
  • Venture to the nearby town of Batticaloa to explore the ruined fort and markets
  • Hotel Entertainment
  • Relax! Lounge by the pool, be pampered in the spa, feast in the restaurant
  • Yoga
  • Birdwatching

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Karpaha Sands

"A luxurious tented resort along a magnificent seven-mile stretch of untouched east coast beach."

Originally published by The Telegraph (view article)