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Each booking will receive a Traditional Sri Lankan roti lunch for two.
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- Both Kahanda Kanda and KK Beach work in conjunction with each other, whilst being quite different in many ways. There is a free tuk tuk shuttle for guests wishing to go for lunch or dinner at Kahanda Kanda, and similarly guests from KK can enjoy a free shuttle service if coming to KK Beach for lunch or dinner.
- Located 12 km away from UNESCO world heritage Galle Fort, 20 km away from Mirissa, one of largest blue whale colonies in the world
- KK Beach is a postmodern south Asian space with a combination of modern furniture and contemporary art.
- All the artwork in the hotel has been commissioned from Sri Lankan artists, giving them an opportunity to showcase their talents and all the paintings are for sale.
- Accommodation:
The 12 bespoke villas are inspired by local culture, featuring elegant art and antiques within each of the spacious rooms and gardens – a sanctuary where you can indulge in serenity, privacy and personalised five-star service. - Location:
The hotel is located along Sri Lanka’s southern coast, near Thalpe. - Getting there:
Colombo’s Bandaranaike International Airport is 150km away from the hotel. Flights arrive daily on both Emirates and Sri Lankan Airlines. - What to pack:
Light and comfortable clothing plus plenty of swimwear. - Restaurants:
Meals at KK Beach are a relaxed affair, with the emphasis on fresh, locally sourced ingredients. On Sunday evenings the team offer Thai cuisine, Mondays & Fridays seafood barbecue, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays a three course set menu whilst on Wednesdays they host a traditional Sri Lankan rice and curry buffet. - Spa:
There is one treatment room at the hotel and massages can be arranged on request. - Signature Activities:
Minutes from KK Beach, activities are in abundance from body surfing, snorkeling, scuba diving, bike rides through the rice fields, canoe trips, whale watching, deep sea fishing, cultural tours and boat trips on Kogalla Lake.
- All rates are subject to 19.08% VAT and Service Charge
- The hotel has a strict no child policy. Children below the age of 12 cannot be accommodated at Kahanda Kanda.
Rates include:
- Daily breakfast
- Bicycles are available free for use within the resort.
- Complimentary Tuk Tuk transfers to Kahanda Kanda
Average Temperature & Rainfall in Days
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jan
27c
3 -
FEB
27C
4 -
MAR
28C
6 -
APR
29C
12 -
MAY
29C
18 -
JUN
28C
9 -
JUL
28C
6 -
AUG
28C
6 -
SEP
28C
12 -
OCT
27C
18 -
NOV
27C
16 -
DEC
27C
8
Visa Cost
Tourist visas can be applied for prior to arrival and cost $25. For more information click here.
Top Tip
Ride the cute train around Ella through the most bewitching of landscapes – tea estates, forests, waterfalls, hills, bridges – is something you’ll cherish for the rest of your lives.
Local Currency
The local currency is the Sri Lankan Rupee
Weather
Peak period is December to April as it's cooler. Off-peak period is May to November yet Sri Lanka is an all year destination.
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