Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas has announced the opening of its second resort in Sri Lanka – the 141-key Anantara Kalutara Resort, located along the island’s southwest coast. Dillip Rajakarier, CEO of Minor Hotels, commented, “With its unique ocean and river front location and its original design by Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa, we are confident that Anantara Kalutara will become one of the ‘must stay’ luxury properties for discerning travellers visiting the island.”
The resort has 141 guest rooms, suites and pool villas that immerse guests in stunning views, with private balconies and terraces overlooking lush gardens, the ocean or lagoon. All guest rooms come with a wine humidor as standard and interconnecting, disabled and poolside guest rooms are available. Suites are set apart by an elegant lounge and the one-of-a-kind One Bedroom Presidential Suite boasts a private plunge pool and sundeck. Suites and villa guests can listen to music on the Bose Bluetooth speaker, and special requests are taken care of by the Villa Host.
Several leisure facilities are available for guests, including the Watersports Centre that offers jet skiing, water skiing and banana rides. Guests can work out in the gym whilst taking in the river view, or raise their game with a personal trainer. There are two swimming pools – the lagoon-side pool with its Jacuzzi jets and children’s section ideal for families and the ocean view pool offering a tranquil escape. 10 luxurious treatment rooms include six for individuals and four for couples, including the option for Ayurvedic therapies.
The resort has a choice of three restaurants. Spice Traders invites travellers to choose between Thai, Indian and Chinese cuisines. All day dining restaurant Olu offers international fare and spicy Sri Lanka specialties, whilst refined Italian tastes can be found at Acquolina. Spice Spoons cooking school gives a glimpse into local market life, followed by a cooking class with master chef tips. Open at dusk, The Upper Deck is the place to enjoy a sundowner and light bites. Tailoring the ultimate in romance, Dining by Design offers a collection of connoisseur menus with a personal chef and butler, in intimate settings.
Expected to open in March 2017, the conference centre can accommodate 500 delegates and up to 300 for a banquet. There are a further three meeting rooms.
