Overview
**Min stay for 5 nights is required between 27 to 5 Jan, no check out is allowed on 31st Dec**
When to go
What we love
- In-house Ayurvedic doctor is available. Make sure you pop in for a free consultation!
- Cooking classes - you pick your food from the resort garden and enjoy step-by-step class with the in-house Chef
- The resort helps to protect threatened marine turtles by conserving the turtle nests on the beach.
Who should go
- Travelers who wish to see local culture and important sights of Sri Lanka but don't want to compromise on luxury
- Those whose main aim is to relax and unwind on their holiday
- Couples, families and single travellers alike will love this place, there is so much to do regardless of how you travel
Offers
- Exclusive Benefits (until 31 December 2024)
- Single travellers: Discount on daily room price (already included in the price)
- Double/twin room occupancy: 5% discount on Spa Menu guaranteed (can go up to 20% depending on season)
- Special Winter offer *:
- - 25% off the room
- - Plus Free half board for stay of min 7 nights
- - For stays until 23 Dec 24
- Early Bird offers (stays until 31 Oct 25)*:
- - 20% off the room price if booked 45 days prior (not valid between 24 Dec - 6 Jan)
- - 15% off the room price if booked 30 days prior (not valid between 24 Dec - 6 Jan)
- Long Stay Offer (stays until between 1 Nov 24 - 31 Oct 25)*:
- -Stay min 7 nights and get free half board (not valid between 24 Dec - 6 Jan)
* Offers are not combinable
Wellness
The Anantara Spa has won world’s leading awards such as Condé Nast Johansens. The Anantara's philosophy is rooted in Thailand and the spa at Peace Haven is fusing ancient Ayurveda with modern Spa rituals. You can meet the in-house Ayurvedic doctor for a consultation, learn about your dosha and how to improve your health and wellbeing. In addition to a generous selection of Ayurvedic treatments, their spa menu offers a wide range of therapies including Anantara's signature treatments, massages, facials and body treatments. Private yoga, fitness and meditation classes can be arranged. Anantara is using indigenous herbs and spices in their treatments.
The spa facilities include treatment rooms (Ayurvedic, reflexology and facial), relaxation areas and a beauty salon.The hotel facilities include 25 metre split level infinity pool, separate kids' pool, yoga and meditation pavilion, fitness centre, tennis and badminton courts. The hotel also offers scheduled nature walks with the Nature Guru. These are 1,5 hours long and you will learn about the rich biodiversity of this part of Sri Lanka. Walks outside of the resort are available upon request. You can also sign up for a cooking class or learn how to surf at the Surf centre by Tropicsurf.
- Chakra crystal balancing
- Hot stone massage
- Foot massage
- Stress release massage
- Facials by Elemis
- Body scrub
- Aromatic blossom bath
- Ayurvedic treatments
- Herbal steam bath
Activities
- Complimentary tuk-tuk service and bicycles in resort
- Library
- Gift shop
- Beach and pool
- Movie nights
- Tennis
- Badminton
- Nature walks
- Surf centre
- Stand-up paddle
- Cooking classes
- Rice paddy fields and farm
- Turtle watch at Rekawa beach
- Handunugoda tea plantation
- Tangalle and Galle city tour
- Kalametiya bird sanctuary
- Yala and Udawalawe national parks
- Sinharaja forest reserve
- Whale watching
*Available excursions during the stay may depend on safety precautions set out by the local Government due to the Coronavirus pandemic
Typical Group Classes
- Nature walks
- Yoga
Sample Weekly Class Schedule
Please note - Classes are subject to change and seasonal adjustmentsRooms
Rooms are located on the ground floor, offering exotic gardens and partial sea views and direct access to the beach.
Room has a king or twin bed. Bathroom has separate bathtub and shower.
Facilities include wi-fi, air-conditioning, nespresso machine, TV, safe, minibar, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.
Enjoy wonderful ocean views from a comfort of your daybed.
Room has a king or twin bed. Bathroom has separate bathtub and shower.
Facilities include wi-fi, air-conditioning, nespresso machine, TV, safe, minibar, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.
Room has a privileged position within the hotel with views of the ocean from multiple vantage points.
Room has a king or twin bed. Bathroom has separate bathtub and shower.
Facilities include wi-fi, air-conditioning, nespresso machine, TV, safe, minibar, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.
Outdoor terrace (33 SqM) has a private pool and is perfect for alfresco dining.
Bathroom has a stand alone tub and rain shower.
Other benefits of villa are a villa host (who can arrange everything you wish) and complimentary use of bicycles.
Facilities include wi-fi, air-conditioning, nespresso machine, TV, DVD player, Bose sound system, safe, minibar, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.
Outdoor terrace (33 SqM) has a private pool and is perfect for alfresco dining.
Bathroom has a stand alone tub and rain shower.
Other benefits of villa are a villa host (who can arrange everything you wish) and complimentary use of bicycles.
Facilities include wi-fi, air-conditioning, nespresso machine, TV, DVD player, Bose sound system, safe, minibar, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.
Outdoor terrace (33 SqM) has a private pool and is perfect for alfresco dining.
Bathroom has a stand alone tub and rain shower.
Other benefits of villa are a villa host (who can arrange everything you wish) and complimentary use of bicycles.
Facilities include wi-fi, air-conditioning, nespresso machine, TV, DVD player, Bose sound system, safe, minibar, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.
What’s on the menu
Il Mare is an iconic Italian restaurant overlooking the ocean where you can savour fine Italian cuisine including the catch of the day. El Vino offers tapas paired with carefully selected wines. Head to Poolside Bar for some mid-day refreshments. The Lobby Lounge serves an afternoon tea and in the evening you can socialise over snacks, shisha and cocktails.
If you pre-book your stay on Half board you can take your meals at Journeys. Full board can be taken at Journeys and the Pool Bar.
You can also book on All Inclusive basis which will include à la carte lunch and dinner at any restaurant, selected alco and non-alco drinks, bottle of sparkling wine served upon arrival, mini bar refilled once per stay (does not include the wine-bar in room), daily high tea experience, laundry once during the stay (4 items) and one spa treatment during the stay.
*Specialty restaurant opening times may be seasonal
Location
Please note that sea water can be quite rough at times, a spectacular sight to see, but not always good for swimming.
Nearest airport
There is a direct flight from London to Colombo which takes approximately 11 hours and is operated by Sri-Lankan Airlines.Transfer time by car is approximately 2.5 hrs from Colombo airport to the hotel.
You can also fly to Mattala International airport which is 1 hour 15 minutes drive away.