Calamander Unawatuna Beach Resort is one of the prime family-friendly resorts in Unawatuna which is justifiable since it is a beautiful hotel that offers an array of things to do – ranging from kayaking on the ocean that’s free of charge and provided by the resort itself. You can participate in a session of yoga that’s conducted, or play a game of volleyball and make some new friends with the other guests staying at the resort.
The hotel hosts luxurious living spaces that are tastefully designed with bold colours adding vibrancy to the atmosphere, with balconies that open out to gorgeous views of the ocean and the gardens around the resort. The staff will be there to help out whenever necessary, and are very friendly.
Take a dip or simply lounge by one of the country’s three best swimming pools and feel refreshed and energized. The pools are designed with a different concept in which one is a crimson coloured pool making it the first of its kind in the world; inspired by turtles hatching on the shores, the kids’ pool has a large mosaic creation of a turtle on the pool floor and the blue pool is encased in glass which is the first of its design in Sri Lanka and the longest in South Asia. The views of the ocean from these pools are breathtaking.
Savour scrumptious cuisines from around the world with different dining experiences. Melt Bistro, the main restaurant situated on the beach built in a unique design with inspiration from ancient Kandyan kingdom consisting a large open spaced hall with a long timber roof that give an airy and relaxing atmosphere, offers signature international dishes with a live cooking stations. This bistro hosts a wine cellar that comprises a selection of fine wines for the ultimate dining experience. For light meals, wood fired pizza and wraps, the Brix Café is the place to be, hosting a bar with plenty of beer on tap and is an ideal place to play board games and sip various coffees and teas. 680 Blu bar is the poolside bar which presents a variety of cocktails and other fine beverages with events of Sports shown, creating a pub like atmosphere perfect to spend your evenings with friends and families.
Unawatuna beach has shallow waters created by coral reefs which make for a safe haven for swimming all year; therefore guests can enjoy a good swim in the natural salt waters of the sea. It is an ideal spot to try surfing, diving and snorkeling. The hotel offers kayaks where one can enjoy kayaking along the ocean and paddle boarding.
The hotel provides many recreational activities which are suitable for families and groups of friends such as volleyball, badminton, table tennis, water aerobics, beach cricket and more. Stay fit or burn out extra calories at the gym. Balance your mind and body with practices of Hatha yoga conducted by yogi experts who opt for having lessons outdoor since the fresh oceanic air gives perfect conditions for easy breathing.
While you escape to Calamander Unawatuna beach resort in search for tropical bliss, discover many places of interest and things to do in and around Unawatuna which would complete your Sri Lanka holiday. Experience an off the beaten track by hiking to Rumassala hill and visit the Japanese peace pagoda; explore iconic Galle by walking through the streets within the Galle fort which is a UNESCO world heritage site and reminisce to times of a bygone era; see exotic species of turtles at the Habaraduwa Turtle hatchery; spot mighty whales on a whale watching excursion at Mirissa and much more. For more information on excursions and activities please do refer the pages of Things to do in Unawatuna and Things to do in the South Coast
