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SOUTH WEST COAST BEACH RESORTS
7 nts with flights from £ 1365pp extra night from £ 49pp
MERMAID HOTEL & CLUB
3H Kalutara
Tucked away in a vast coconut grove along a stretch of golden , sandy beach in Mahawaskaduwa ; a cosy fishing village in Kalutara . Perfect for sun , sea and sand lovers the hotel is a haven for relaxation with a lovely swimming pool surrounded by beautifully manicured gardens that extend to the shoreline . However , for those not content to laze around , all is not lost as the adjoining club has plenty of action , with a wide range of sports and recreational activities both on land and water .
Features : 81 rooms • restaurant • 4 bars • music and lounge bar ( open 3 times a week )• 2 swimming pools • gym • Sahana Spa • squash
• badminton • yoga lessons • children ’ s play area • DVD library
• free WiFi
Accommodation : In superior rooms with pool or partial sea view , king bed , shower , mini bar , safe and oversized balcony or terrace with a daybed .
Room upgrades : Sea view rooms from £ 16 which have a DVD and a direct ocean view • premium sea view rooms from £ 21 with upgraded facilities • larger premium deluxe rooms from £ 25 which are in a separate building closer to the beach , and have a flat screen TV , king size beds , large bathrooms with bath and separate shower , balcony or terrace with seating .
Private transfers : 1½ hours from Colombo airport .
All Inclusive - what ’ s included Buffet breakfast , lunch and dinner ( set menus may be offered for lunch or dinner during the low season )• snacks from 10.30am-12pm & 3.30- 5.30pm • local brand alcoholic drinks ( except wines , cocktails , mocktails and champagne ), soft drinks ( except diet cola ) and tea & coffee from 10am-midnight • fresh fruits and fresh fruit juices 10.30am-5.30pm • daily events include live music , cultural shows , sports & recreational activities
PREMIER PLUS
FREE nights 7 for 5 : 01 Nov-27 Dec 23 . 7 for 6 : 11 Jan-15 Mar 24 & 11 Jan-15 Mar 25 . Early booking 10 % room discount : On selected dates Aug 23-Mar 25 .
Honeymoons : If you stay at least 5 nights receive a five course dinner in a special location and free 60 minute spa treatment .
Sea view room
7 nts with flights from £ 1375pp extra night from £ 59pp
TANGERINE BEACH
3Hplus Kalutara
Blending modern and ethnic designs to great effect , this good value hotel adorns a vast stretch of Kalutara ’ s golden sandy beach amidst 12 acres of gardens and swaying coconut palms . If you can tear yourself away from the beckoning sands there are a good selection of activities to amuse you , with additional facilities and dining options also available at the adjoining sister hotel , The Royal Palms . An ideal place to unwind in unpretentious surroundings with a few local restaurants and handicraft stalls on the doorstep and the bustling market of Kalutara only a mile away .
Features : 179 rooms • 3 restaurants • 2 bars • restaurant with live entertainment • large swimming pool with swim-up bar • children ’ s pool and play area • Ayurvedic health centre • gym • spa • squash • free WiFi
Accommodation : In deluxe seafacing rooms with bath / shower , ceiling fan , mini bar , safe and terrace or balcony .
Room upgrades : Larger junior suites ideal for families from £ 26 with separate upper floor bedroom and ground floor living room
• executive suites from £ 56 offering a separate living room , bath with jacuzzi and separate shower , and large balcony • luxury suites from £ 82 with a separate living room , double jacuzzi and large balcony .
Meals : Half board . All inclusive from £ 16 . Private transfers : 1½ hours from Colombo airport .
PREMIER PLUS
FREE nights
6 for 5 & 10 for 8 : 01 Sep-31 Oct 23 , 16 Apr-23 Jul & 01 Sep- 31 Oct 24 .
Free nights can be multiplied . Early booking 12 % room discount : On selected dates Aug 23-Mar 25 . Honeymoons : Receive a candlelit dinner with a glass of wine .
Deluxe seafacing room
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