Anantara Kalutara Resort, Kalutara - Reviews, Rooms Options & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

St Sebastian Rd Katukurunda, Kalutara, Sri Lanka

Anantara Kalutara Resort is a luxury hotel located where the Kalu Ganga River meets the Indian Ocean in Sri Lanka. This resort showcases Geoffrey Bawa-inspired architecture that is seamlessly integrated into its tropical surroundings. With panoramic views of the ocean and lagoon, it stands as the only resort in Sri Lanka offering a 360-degree view, accentuating its unique setting. Guests can enjoy a combination of local culture and modern luxury, including state-of-the-art conference facilities and wellness experiences inspired by Ayurveda.

Location

Located just an hour's drive from Colombo and around 20 km from Bentota River Seaplane Base, the resort is easily accessible for international guests. Close to local attractions such as Galle Fort and the Handunugoda Tea Plantation, the resort offers a serene ambiance amidst lush natural beauty. Guests can also explore cultural sites and vibrant local markets nearby.

Rooms

The resort offers a variety of rooms, suites, and pool villas with expansive views of the ocean, lagoon, or gardens. Each room is equipped with amenities like Nespresso machines, wine humidors, and spacious balconies or terraces. Notable features include generously furnished bathrooms with monsoon showers and freestanding tubs, providing a luxurious experience.

Eat & Drink

Anantara Kalutara Resort boasts three world-class restaurants serving cuisines from Sri Lankan, Thai, Indian, and Italian traditions. Signature dishes feature local seafood prepared fresh from the ocean, offering guests a taste of the region's flavors. The restaurant experience includes buffet breakfasts and catered private dining options with romantic settings, such as private beach barbecues.

Leisure & Business

The resort features a luxurious spa, two swimming pools, and extensive recreational activities, including water sports and yoga sessions. Guests can indulge in Ayurvedic treatments or take part in cooking classes focused on local cuisine at Spice Spoons. Leisure activities also include whale watching excursions and guided boat rides along the Kalu Ganga River.

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The resort provides a range of accommodations, including double rooms, family rooms, and suites, all with breakfast, free cancellations, and exclusive deals.

Deluxe Room

Max:

2 persons

65 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds or 1 Queen Size Bed

Sea view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe Room

Max:

2 persons

65 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds or 1 Queen Size Bed

Lake view

Shower

Bathtub

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One-Bedroom King Suite

Max:

3 persons

123 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Sea view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Kalutara 1.0 mi

Airports

Bentota River Seaplane Base (BJT) 11.3 mi

Ratmalana Air Force Base (RML) 20.9 mi

Facilities

Enjoy a range of amenities at the resort designed for your comfortable stay and remarkable experiences.

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Locker room
Elevator
Currency exchange
Barber shop
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

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

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

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

Dining

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 pool
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

Location

St Sebastian Rd Katukurunda, Kalutara, Sri Lanka

Map view

St Sebastian Rd Katukurunda, Kalutara, Sri Lanka

City landmarks

Colombo - Galle Main Rd

Kalutara Temple Meditation Building

1.5 mi

Kalutara South

1.0 mi

Church

Holy Cross Church Kalutara

1.0 mi

Kalutara Mosque

2400 ft

Church

Holy Cross Church

3100 ft

Ananadharamaya

3700 ft

Laksiri Station Road Beachfront next to Royal Palms Hotel

Ranjiths Carving and Batik Museum

1.3 mi

Church

St sebastian's chruch

4400 ft

Temple

4900 ft

Kumari Kanda Temple

1.1 mi

Kalutara

Kalutara Chaitya

1.3 mi

Chithra

1.3 mi

Kalutara

Kaluthara Beach

1.3 mi

Asokarama Maha Viharaya Kalutara North

Asokaramaya Buddhist Temple

1.3 mi

Ingiriya

Bodhinagala Forest Hermitage

1.3 mi

Kalutara Bhodiya

1.4 mi

Kalatura Beach

1.5 mi

Beach

Calido Beach

1.6 mi

fishing spot

Calido Beach Kalutara

1.6 mi

Bridges

Kaluthara Bridge

1.6 mi

Katukurunda

1.9 mi

Athagama Sri Sumanaramaya

1.7 mi

Palathota

1.8 mi

St.Mary's Church

1.8 mi

Church

St Philip Neri Church

1.9 mi

Phillip Neri

1.9 mi

St. Mary's Church

2.0 mi

St.Anthony's

2.1 mi

Infant Jesus Church

4.4 mi

Nearby

Keththarama Temple

1000 ft

Restaurants

Acquolina at Anantara Kalutara Resort

1000 ft

St Sebastian_s Road Anantara Hotels Resort

Fresh Lobsters Restaurant

2000 ft

No. 166 St. Sabestian Road Katukurunda

Queen Bee

2000 ft

181 6 Saint Sebastian Road

Spice Traders at Anantara Kalutara Resort

500 ft

St Sebastian Road Katukurunda

Red Lobster Hotel & Restaurant

2300 ft

No 106 St Sebastian Road Katukurunda

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

liked the resort and would come back

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

9.0

Location

7.2

Service

9.4

Dining

8.4

James

United States of America, January 2025

9.0/10

Our stay at the resort was absolutely fantastic! The staff went above and beyond to accommodate us, which truly enhanced our experience. The rooms were spacious and well-maintained, providing a comfortable retreat. The dining options were diverse and delicious, especially the Italian restaurant. However, the high prices of wine during dinner were a bit off-putting.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious and comfortable, with beautiful views. The AC was a bit slow to adjust at first, but it was well-equipped with many movies for the kids to enjoy.

Service

10.0

The service was outstanding, with staff always eager to help and accommodate our needs. They even arranged a special setup for us to enjoy a football game.

Location

8.0

The location is beautiful, set on a peninsula with views of the sea and lagoon. However, be mindful of some noise from the nearby village at night.

Dining

9.0

Dining was an undeniable highlight, with a great variety of options. The buffet was impressive, and both the Italian and Asian restaurants offered delicious meals.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were excellent, with a range of pools and activities to keep the kids entertained. Overall, the resort felt clean and maintained.

Chad

United States of America, November 2024

8.6/10

I had an amazing experience at this hotel, as the location is breathtaking, right next to the beach and perfectly situated for relaxation. The rooms are spacious and beautifully decorated, offering a comfortable stay. The staff went out of their way to ensure we felt welcome and attended to all our needs with a smile. While the dining options were varied and tasty, I found the vegetarian selections could use improvement. Overall, this hotel offers great value for money, aside from a couple of minor issues with room amenities.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious, beautifully designed, and extremely comfortable, providing everything needed for a nice stay.

Service

10.0

The service was exceptional, with staff who were always smiling and eager to help us with anything we needed.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in a stunning location between the sea and the lagoon, providing lovely views while being just a short drive from Kalutara.

Dining

7.0

Dining was enjoyable with a variety of delicious options, though I felt the vegetarian choices at the buffet were somewhat limited.

Facilities

8.0

Facilities were well-maintained, with gorgeous pools and a lovely spa to enjoy during our stay.

William

United States of America, October 2024

9.2/10

I chose this hotel to relax after a long journey and was absolutely delighted. The warm welcome from the staff made me feel right at home, and the facilities were all well-maintained. However, the distance to the beach was a bit of a downside as it required a 200-meter walk. Overall, it offered great value for money with excellent dining options and beautiful pools.

Rooms

10.0

The rooms were spacious, comfortable, and well-designed, equipped with great amenities. I particularly appreciated the coffee machine and wine cooler.

Service

10.0

The service was impeccable, with staff going above and beyond to ensure a memorable stay. They were always available to help with any requests.

Location

7.0

The location was somewhat isolated from the beach, requiring a walk, but it was still peaceful and surrounded by nature.

Dining

9.0

Dining was a highlight, with a vast selection of delicious, high-quality food available at every meal. It's clear a lot of thought goes into catering for diverse tastes.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel had two beautiful pools and well-maintained grounds, making it easy to relax and unwind throughout my stay.

Michael

United States of America, September 2024

8.8/10

I had a fantastic family holiday at Anantara Kalutara. The hotel offered comfortable and clean interconnecting rooms, which were perfect for my kids. The friendly staff made sure we were well taken care of, and the dining options, especially the buffet, were some of the best I've experienced. However, the beach wasn’t ideal for swimming due to rough surf, and it was a bit disappointing to find people smoking by the pool.

Rooms

9.0

Our interconnecting rooms were very clean, comfortable, and spacious, with lovely views.

Service

10.0

The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, always going out of their way to ensure our comfort.

Location

7.0

The resort is a bit of a walk to the beach, which is not great for swimming, but the gardens and lagoon views are beautiful.

Dining

9.0

The buffet restaurant had a wide variety of delicious options, and the chef was attentive to our kids' food preferences.

Facilities

8.0

Amenities like the spa and pool were excellent, though it was disappointing that smoking was allowed by the pool area.

Blake

United States of America, August 2024

7.0/10

We had a great week at the resort, enjoying beautiful surroundings and excellent service at times. The accommodations were fantastic, and the pools offered a nice retreat, though the location is quite isolated with limited options outside the hotel. While we had a wonderful time, the early morning mosque calls and some service inconsistencies detracted from our experience.

Rooms

8.0

Our lagoon view room was stunning but faced a mosque and train line, leading to some noisy mornings. However, the room itself was very clean and comfortable.

Service

7.0

Service varied; while we experienced some exemplary interactions, particularly with Frank, we noticed some inconsistency in how staff engaged based on our gender, which I found frustrating.

Location

5.0

The resort is truly in the middle of nowhere, making it difficult to find off-property dining or activities. However, it’s ideal for a quiet getaway and we enjoyed a lovely day trip to Colombo.

Dining

8.0

Dining options were plentiful with an excellent buffet, but we found the Italian restaurant’s service lacking. It’s a good idea to book the a la carte restaurants ahead of time.

Facilities

7.0

The resort had two pools which were well-maintained, but the main pool was often crowded. The adults-only pool lacked service, which was disappointing.