In Our Opinion
‘Pure relaxation in Sri Lanka. Make sure you make time for a day by the gorgeous pool to enjoy the perfect service Anantara deliver -they even provide the sunscreen if required.’
Location
Along Sri Lanka’s southwest coast Anantara Kalutara resort is approximately 1 hour from Sri Lanka’s capital Colombo and 2 hrs to Bandaranaike International Airport.
Nearby Attractions
- Kalutara – 3 miles 8 mins by car
- Richmond Castle – 5 miles 15 mins by car
- Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project – 16 miles 40 mins by car
- Colombo – 30 miles 1 hr 15 mins by car
- Handunugoda Tea Plantation – 55 miles 1 hr 23 mins by car
Room Options
Facilities
Leisure*
- Beach
- Three swimming pools including one adults-only and one children’s pool
- Fitness centre
- Aliya kids’ club
- Archery
- Glider adventure tower and zipline
- Fishing Guru experience
- Sundown Ceremony
- Spice Spoons cookery class
- Movie night
- Library
Water Sports*
- Jet ski
- Water skiing
- Windsurfing
- Banana boat
- Dinghy sailing
- River cruise
- Canoeing
- Tube boat/sofa ride
- Stand up paddle
Anantara Spa
- 5 single treatment rooms
- 4 double treatment rooms
- Yoga & meditation pavilion
- Ayurvedic treatments
- Reflexology pedicure area
- Steam rooms
- Family spa experiences
- Wellness relaxation area
*some activities will incur additional costs
Services
- Excursion and transfer arrangements
- Resort buggy & tuk tuk service
- Laundry facilities
- Jewellery shop
Restaurants and Cafés
Olu
An all-day restaurant serving a mix of western, Asian and middle eastern dishes. There is also local fresh seafood and tasty desserts to enjoy. Buffet and a la carte choices. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Acquolina
Fresh Italian style seafood and fine wines in a candlelit setting. Open for lunch and dinner.
Spice Traders
Featuring the best of Chinese, Indian and Thai cuisine using only the freshest herbs, spices and ingredients. Open for dinner.
Upper Deck Lounge & Sports Bar
Overlooking the lagoon and furnished with leather armchairs, this afternoon-tea and sundowner location is a relaxing space for afternoon tea and drinks, including signature cocktails. Open for afternoon tea 14:00 – 18:00 and bar open 10:00 – 01:00.
Pool Bar
Light snacks and refreshments beside the pool. Menu includes pizzas, burgers and naughty desserts. Open 09.00 – 18.00
Spice Spoons
A cooking experience where you can learn the secrets of Sri Lankan cuisine. Go on a tour of a traditional market to buy ingredients and take a box of recipes home with you. Available on request.
Dining by Design
Share a dining experience whether it is a family picnic, sunset bbq, a table for two by the ocean or a tree house venue then Anantara can provide fun or romance.
In-Room Dining
Anantara Kalutara will bring Western, Asian or Sri Lankan dishes to you. Enjoy early breakfast, afternoon tea or a 3-course dinner.
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All Inclusive
Anantara Kalutara operates an all-inclusive option, which offers:
- Selected spirits, beers, wines & soft drinks 11:00 – 23:00
- Bottle of sparkling wine served upon arrival
- Minibar refilled once per stay (excluding wine-bar in room)
- Daily high tea experience
- A la carte lunch and dinner in any restaurant
- Laundry once during stay – 4 items
- Spa treatment once during stay
Conditions
- All-inclusive is available to all rooms and villa/suites
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