“A beautiful 14-bedroom hideaway with cottages, a villa & treehouses in verdant gardens on Koggala Lake. Expect minimalist spaces with stacks of tropical modernist style, a rejuvenating spa and striking yoga shala, plus a gourmet restaurant showcasing seasons produce. Exceptional elegance.”

Recommended for

  • Spa breaks

    • A beautiful hideaway for rejuvenating retreats, with a soothing spa and frangipani-framed yoga shala
  • Yoga

    • Enjoy daily sunrise and/or sunset yoga sessions at the yoga shala, framed by frangipani trees
  • Honeymoons

    • Romantics will adore the chic, minimalist cottages, the tranquil feel and the gourmet fare
  • Birdwatching

    • Spot endemic birds flitting between the treetops of the gardens, or on the lake
  • Restaurant

    • The Kitchen at Kurulu Bay has a sea-to-table philosophy, crafting gourmet fare from top-quality seasonal ingredients
  • Spa

    • Soothing spa with rejuvenating treatments which seamlessly blend eastern wellness and western science
  • Surfing

    • Head to the surf breaks of Ahangama, Midigama and Weligama for early morning or evening sessions
  • Wildlife Area

    • Venture to Sinharaja rainforest or to Yala National Park to see fascinating wildlife
  • On an island

    • Close to the south coast of Sri Lanka
  • Secluded setting

    • Overlooking beautiful Koggala Lake
  • Lakeside

    • On the banks of Koggala Lake
  • Quiet

  • Gourmet

  • Cooking classes

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Luxury

  • Organic food

  • Barefoot Luxury

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Good wine list

  • Great walks

  • Boutique

  • Chic

  • Pet friendly

  • Child friendly

  • Views

  • Wellbeing

  • Contemporary

  • Intimate

  • Romantic

Facilities

  • Rooms

    14 rooms in this hotel
  • Restaurant

    The Kitchen at Kurulu Bay has a sea-to-table philosophy, crafting gourmet fare from top-quality seasonal ingredients
  • Spa

    Soothing spa with rejuvenating treatments which seamlessly blend eastern wellness and western science
  • Shops

    The onsite boutique stocks a curated collection of pieces by Sri Lankan brands
  • Swimming Pool

    Refreshing swimming pool fringed by palm trees & offering lake views
  • Garden

    Beautiful gardens with tall trees and lots of birds
  • Safe

  • Laundry

  • Bath robes

  • Parking

  • Bar

  • Good wine list

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Airport transfer

  • Outdoor dining

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Suites

  • Pet friendly

  • Child friendly

  • Sitting Room

  • Room service

  • 24 Hour room service

  • Private villas

  • Concierge

  • Air conditioning

  • Wifi

  • Views

Activities

  • Yoga

    • Enjoy daily sunrise and/or sunset yoga sessions at the yoga shala, framed by frangipani trees
  • Birdwatching

    • Spot endemic birds flitting between the treetops of the gardens, or on the lake
  • Surfing

    • Head to the surf breaks of Ahangama, Midigama and Weligama for early morning or evening sessions
  • Wildlife Area

    • Venture to Sinharaja rainforest or to Yala National Park to see fascinating wildlife
  • Great walks

  • Cooking classes

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"Overlooking peaceful Koggala Lake on Sri Lanka’s southern coast, Kurulu Bay opened in December 2022 on a beautiful private jungle estate."

Originally published by Conde Nast Traveller

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