KK Beach
Love To Explore Rating: Premium
Set on a quiet stretch of Sri Lanka’s unspoilt east coast, Kalkudah Beach House is set just north of the sweeping sands of Pasikuda Bay, where calm turquoise waters and long golden beaches create the perfect backdrop for a relaxing coastal escape, away from any crowds.
The boutique hotel was formerly a family beach house, and is designed in a contemporary tropical style, blending effortlessly with its surroundings with open-plan living spaces, natural materials and large windows that frame uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean. There are just five guest rooms, ensuring the atmosphere is exclusive while remaining wonderfully relaxed, making guests feel as though they are staying in a private beachfront residence rather than a traditional hotel.
Days here are spent at an unhurried pace. Relax beside the swimming pool overlooking the sea, stroll along the near-empty beach, or enjoy fresh seafood and Sri Lankan specialities prepared by the attentive in-house team. The east coast’s calm waters also provide excellent opportunities for swimming, snorkelling and seasonal whale watching.
Beyond the beach, Kalkudah Beach House is ideally placed for exploring a lesser-visited side of Sri Lanka. Guests can discover local fishing villages, visit nearby lagoons rich in birdlife, or snorkel along relatively undiscovered reefs. Combining personalised service, understated elegance and a spectacular beachfront setting, this charming retreat offers an authentic beach escape, far from the crowds.
At Love To Explore, we would recommend the resort for these unique selling points:
- Intimate, exclusive feel with only five guest rooms
- Beautiful, tranquil setting
- Welcoming, personal service
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