The Araliya Retreat
Wannimundelama Kalpitiya
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Why people book this hotel
“The staff were helpful”
“The staff were lovely, breakfast was the best I’ve had provided by a hotel in Sr…”
“The room was spacious and had a nice terrace area to sit out on”
“Nice view from room patio”
“The location is excellent, situated near a beautiful lagoon”
“Location Staff very Helpfull Full Dialog Tv channels Including HD available”
“Service was very good and the chalets were clean comfortable and air conditioned…”
“The room was clean, bright, and very comfortable with a great view of the lagoon”
“The breakfast was delicious and plentiful”
“The breakfast was great sitting on the verandah with a view overlooking the lago…”
“Lastly, the hotel offers great value for money, delivering quality service”
“Both accommodation and food were very reasonably priced and great value for mone…”
Overview
Providing lake views, The Araliya Retreat in Kalpitiya provides accommodation and a garden. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The bed and breakfast has family rooms. Featuring a terrace, every unit is air conditioned and features a dining area and a seating area with a satellite flat-screen TV. All units include private entrance. All units have a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen. As an added convenience, the bed and breakfast offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings and The Araliya Retreat can arrange a bicycle rental service. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 140 km from the accommodation.
Traveller reviews
charlotte
couple
April 24, 2025
Really nice setting overlooking the lagoon. You can swim from just outside, although the water is very shallow. The room was spacious and had a nice terrace area to sit out on. The staff were helpful.
William
couple
March 11, 2025
Nice view from room patio
Zaneta
couple
February 21, 2025
The staff were lovely, breakfast was the best I’ve had provided by a hotel in Sri Lanka so far, our room was big and comfortable
Kasun
couple
February 10, 2025
Meals are superb
Geethanjali
family_with_children
January 5, 2025
“Relaxing stay”
Service was very good and the chalets were clean comfortable and air conditioned which helped with the heat. It was also quite close to amenities if needed in Kalpitiya.
A L Chathudina Janitha
family_with_children
December 22, 2024
The room was clean, bright, and very comfortable with a great view of the lagoon. The staff were pleasant and very helpful. The breakfast was delicious and plentiful.
ishan
extended_group
December 14, 2024
“Comfortable stay by the lagoon!”
I recently stayed at this hotel and had a wonderful experience overall. The location is excellent, situated near a beautiful lagoon. I even had the chance to take a refreshing swim there, which was a highlight of my trip. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and nicely maintained, providing a cozy environment to relax after a day of exploring. The staff were very friendly and accommodating, making the stay even more pleasant. The food was delicious, with a variety of options that satisfied my taste buds. Lastly, the hotel offers great value for money, delivering quality service. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a comfortable and enjoyable stay in this area.
Chathuranga
couple
October 16, 2024
“More postive than negative . Restfull resort in Sccluded non tourists area.”
Location Staff very Helpfull Full Dialog Tv channels Including HD available
kasun
couple
July 7, 2024
Meals are superb
Priya
family_with_children
July 6, 2024
“We had a lovely stay there”
It was a lovely property and kept very well. The staff were very helpful and nice
Amjed
family_with_children
July 4, 2024
“Excellent Spot for Families with Children”
ADLRobbie
couple
April 24, 2024
A lovely tranquil retreat. The chalet was large and well equipped with a comfortable bed and good shower . The staff were very friendly and extremely helpful. The breakfast was great sitting on the verandah with a view overlooking the lagoon. The location was just a short walk to town. We had our evening dinner on the verandah, and the food was delicious, especially the fish. Both accommodation and food were very reasonably priced and great value for money. We enjoyed every moment from arriving at the gate to the fond farewell. We would stay again. We recommend it.
Tanya
family_with_children
February 11, 2024
“Lovely experience- would recommend.”
Staff were very welcoming and helpful and the location was beautiful. The food was delicious as well.
Roland
couple
January 23, 2024
“Will be back next year”
Clean comfortable and lovely people
Lilla
family_with_children
January 8, 2024
“Super clean, quiet place with really nife staff and excellent food!”
Staff, food and clemliness was superb!
Rachael
couple
January 5, 2024
“Amazing food and service in a beautiful location”
Spectacular views of the lagoon. Each chalet was very spacious, spotlessly clean and comfortable. The food was absolutely outstanding. The portions were very generous with fresh flavours and innovative dishes. The staff were really wonderful and anticipated our needs such bringing a fresh pot of tea at 6am when we just got up to watch the spectacular sunrise. It was an easy walk to town and we enjoyed chatting to all the very chilled locals we met on the way.
Anne
family_with_children
December 4, 2023
Helpful, friendly staff, very nice breakfast
Kimberley
couple
December 2, 2023
“If you’re in Kalpitiya, look no further!”
This is a small home-like stay with only 3 villas. This meant that undivided attention was given to us at all times. We arrived at an ungodly hour 4am, and yet we’re welcomed by the lovely staff, and even offered tea & coffee. It’s a really spacious villa with a king bed, and another super single day bed. Toilet is spacious and there is good water pressure, warm water and basic toiletries. It’s a small compound, and gated so we ( 2 girls) felt really safe here. The next day the manager Lakshan came to greet us. In our opinion, Lakshan single-handedly made this stay a 10/10 for us. When there were flies / insects in our room, Lakshan hand caught all of them to make our stay as comfortable as possible. He gave us good advice & tips about things to do in Kalpitiya, activities, and assisted us with arranging transport etc. Food - the best we had in our entire stay in Sri Lanka. Lakshan is the CHEF TOO… and cooks all meals and caters to your every need. We were able to request for specific items (eg. Crab Curry, Hoppers, Squid) and he would ALWAYS deliver. Recommended dishes include - Crab curry, Coconut Roti, Pumpkin or Eggplant curry to name a few. Would definetely recommend this stay to everybody! It's a true sample of excellent hospitality. Thank you again Lakshan for going the extra mile for us! You made our stay in Kalpitiya unforgettable.
Kathryn
solo_traveller
November 7, 2023
“As promised. A genuine retreat!”
The view from the porch on the cottage was so lovely, I could hardly leave. Exceptional! The staff were kind and professional and the food, just delicious.
Sander van B.
couple
September 16, 2023
Excellent service. Good off the grid location. Rooms very spacious and clean.
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Bicycle rental (additional charge), Cycling, Diving, Snorkelling, Beauty Services, Facial treatments, Waxing services, Hair treatments, Hair cut, Hair colouring, Hair styling
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Wine/champagne, Fruits, Breakfast options, Breakfast in the room, Restaurant
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered
General
Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Accessible parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Services
Express check-in/check-out, Packed lunches, Fax/photocopying, Laundry, Room service
Deluxe Double Room
The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 2 beds.
Deluxe Room
The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Queen Room
The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 2 beds.
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