Sri Lanka, an island nation off the southern coast of India, is well known for its lush greenery and sandy beaches. The country's lesser known attractions range from Adam's Peak, a pilgrimage site said to bear the footprint of Buddha, to Anuradhapura, an ancient city in which a Sinhala civilization was once in evidence. A number of the island's hotels offer all-inclusive deals, featuring lodging along with food and other extras.
Kanilanka, which describes itself as an "up-and-coming resort," is in the town of Kalutara, about two-and-a-half hour by car from the Colombo International Airport. The hotel, which also offers a spa facility, is located at the tip of the Kalu Ganga River. Its 99 rooms and six suites have private balconies or patios that offer views of the river and a garden. Kanilanka's all-inclusive deal includes a buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner, besides a variety of snacks in-between the main meals. The deal includes alcoholic and soft drinks, as well.
Kanilanka Resort & Spa
St. Sebastian's Road
Katuturunda
Kalutara, Sri Lanka
94-34-4280801
kanilanka.com
Originally built in 1975 entirely out of local materials and based on the concept of a Sri Lankan village, Ranweli Holiday Village has been transformed to offer an ecotourism experience. The hotel, which offers an ayurvedic center and bar, was refurbished in 1996 to meet the standards of an international ecotourism facility and also offers some adventure experiences. Ranweli boasts a number of awards, including a citation by National Geographic Adventure magazine as one of the top 50 ecolodges of 2009, according to the hotel. Ranweli's all-inclusive deal features meals, snacks and drinks, including alcoholic drinks.
Ranweli Holiday Village
Waikkal, Sri Lanka
94-31-2277359
ranweli.com
The Royal Palms Beach Hotel in Kalutara, which features a big swimming pool and offers varied cuisine, touts itself as a luxury hotel. Its 124 guest rooms offer balconies or patios for guests to enjoy the tropical climate of Sri Lanka. The hotel, a part of the Tangerine Group, features an all-inclusive deal that offers a buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner, along with snacks and drinks.
Tangerine Group of Hotels
N0 236 Galle Road
Colombo, Sri Lanka
94-34-2228113
tangerinehotels.com
