Shangri-la’s Hambantota Golf Resort & Spa
Ambalantota, Sri Lanka
*****
Located on the country’s southern coast, along the ancient Spice Route in a city steeped in rich history, it is one of Sri Lanka’s largest resorts; guests are surrounded by nature and tranquillity with the beach on one side, lush tropical gardens and beautifully designed golf course on the other.
Guest accommodation is spacious and bright and combines luxurious comforts with traditional decor and modern facilities. All rooms enjoy fabulous views across the lush gardens, Indian Ocean or verdant golf course from a private balcony or terrace.
The resort offers 2 restaurants, plus the Clubhouse, to dine at so guests can enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan menu at Bojunhala, Sera’s South East Asian cuisine or snacks and cocktails at both the open-air Gimanhala Lounge and Golf Club House Ulpatha whilst enjoying the wonderful scenery.
CHI Ayurvida Spa provides the perfect setting to relax and unwind, using ancient healing remedies and holistic approaches with its range of treatments and massages, ensuring guests are at one with their surroundings.
The Artisan Village, unique to this resort, provides guests with the opportunity to interact with local crafts people with learning and support of the traditional arts and craft activities.
An abundance of outdoor activities including archery, petanque, beach volleyball and the flying trapeze as well as the Aquazone waterpark are on offer with the guarantee that guests are never bored!
Nearest Airport: Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport – approx. 20 minutes
Accommodation:
274 Rooms • Bathroom with bath tub/shower • Bathrobe & Slippers • Hairdryer • Tea/Coffee Making facility • Minibar • WiFi • Cable TV •
Room Safe
Golf:
18 holes – Par 70 - 6107 yards
Sri Lanka’s first and only resort course, the Golf & Country Club was designed by golf architect Rodney Wright and provides a challenging round for all abilities, set amongst a vast coconut palm plantation, a sapphire quarry, lakes and sand dunes. Practice facilities include a putting green and driving range. Ulpatha, the clubhouse, overlooks the 18th green and is a great place to unwind after your game, with a fine selection of drinks and it serves international fare and comfort food.
Facilities:
2 Restaurants • 2 Bars • WiFi • 3 Swimming Pools • Chi Ayurveda Spa
• Health Club • ‘The Village’ Crafts Centre • Recreational Activities • Jogging Trails • 18 hole golf course