Anantara Kalutara Resort

$$$$||View on mapKalutara, Sri LankaSt. Sebastian'S Road, Katukurunda, Kalutara, Sri Lanka|
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Anantara Kalutara Resort
St. Sebastian'S Road, Katukurunda, Kalutara, Sri Lanka·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Comfort9.1
Staff9.1
Cleanliness9.0
Facilities8.9
Free WiFi8.7
Who stays here
Families44%
Couples27%
Groups14%
Business11%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Comfort9.1
Staff9.1
Cleanliness9.0
Facilities8.9
Free WiFi8.7
Who stays here
Families44%
Couples27%
Groups14%
Business11%

5-star resort on a rare peninsula where river meets ocean

Accommodations

Anantara Kalutara Resort houses 141 rooms, suites, and private pool villas with views of the lagoon, gardens, or ocean. The architecture is inspired by Geoffrey Bawa, integrating Sri Lankan heritage with clean lines and open spaces. Pool villas include a private pool and an outdoor seating area with fruit trees such as papaya and passion fruit, as noted by guests.

Dining

The resort operates three restaurants: Olu, Spice Traders, and Acquolina, serving Sri Lankan, Thai, Indian, Chinese, and Italian cuisines. Guests can book private dining on the lagoon or at a treehouse for a romantic evening. Cooking classes include a chef-led market trip and hands-on preparation of local dishes.

Wellness

The Anantara Spa offers Ayurvedic healing and holistic wellness journeys, with treatments rooted in ancient Sri Lankan traditions. Daily yoga classes and a steam room are available, along with a personal trainer at the fitness center. The resort's wellness programs include spa packages and guided meditation sessions.

Family & Activities

A supervised kids' club keeps children engaged with pizza-making, art, and outdoor games like zip line and a climbing wall. Water sports include canoeing, windsurfing, and paddleboarding on the lagoon, while the beachfront offers direct access to swimming and sunbathing. Evening entertainment features live music, themed dinner nights, and a movie area.

Location & Architecture

Anantara Kalutara Resort sits on a peninsula where the Kalu Ganga River flows into the Indian Ocean, a 90-minute drive from Bandaranaike International Airport. The design is the last work of Geoffrey Bawa, blending tropical modernism with the natural surroundings. Nearby attractions include Kalutara Bodhiya, Richmond Castle, and Galle Fort, accessible via car hire or tours.

  • Location: Peninsula at the confluence of river and ocean
  • Rooms: 141 rooms, suites, and private pool villas with lagoon/ocean views
  • Dining: 3 restaurants, private lagoon dining, cooking classes
  • Wellness: Ayurvedic spa, yoga, personal trainer
  • Family: Kids' club, zip line, water sports included
  • Unique: Only Sri Lankan luxury resort with panoramic ocean & lagoon views
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of USD 21.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Arabic, Hindi, Afrikaans, Thai
Building
Number of rooms:141
Former name
anantara kalutara resort - level 1 safe & secure
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Rooms and availability

Deluxe Room
  • Room size:

    650 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed and 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Deluxe Room
  • Room size:

    715 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed and 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
One-Bedroom Suite
  • Room size:

    1295 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Valet parking

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Babysitting

Babysitting/Child services

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Air conditioning
All inclusive
Facilities for kids

Game room

Children's play area

Kids club

Children's buffet

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Pool tables
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Archery
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • All inclusive
  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Anantara Kalutara Resort

💵 Lowest room price 275 US$
📏 Distance to center 200 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 11.4 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Bentota River Seaplane Base, BJT

Location

St. Sebastian'S Road, Katukurunda, Kalutara, Sri Lanka
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St. Sebastian'S Road, Katukurunda, Kalutara, Sri Lanka
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