Details
Reserved for a privileged few, we offer a light footprint and authentic luxury close to nature and local fishing communities. We are the only resort on Kalkudah Beach, with only 17 private luxury tented suites for discerning travellers.
Amenities
Location and transfer
Just 1 hour from Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka’s most fascinating ancient capital, Karpaha Sands is your ideal beach stop between the cultural triangle and the central mountains or national parks, adding a Tamil twist to your journey
Accommodation
Palam Suites
Palam Suites, meaning ‘fruit’ in Tamil, have direct sea frontage. Set in the shade of Karpaha’s old coconut plantation, you are a stone’s throw away from the beach and will enjoy soothing views of the sea while watching fishermen languorously pull in their nets from your private terrace. With an overall footprint of 110 m2 (60 m2 indoor plus 50 m2 of private terrace and outdoor shower) and a king-size bed, this is the perfect suite for couples in search of the soothing calmness of the sea. Our nine Palam Suites are designed for a base occupancy of 2 guests, and can accommodate up to 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children upon request. One of our Palam Suites has been designed to accommodate travelers with reduced mobility and wheelchairs.
All suites can accommodate an extra single bed for a child upon request. Areas/square footage above are approximate and may vary from one suite to another.
- indoor (sqm.) 60 m2
- indoor & outdoor (sqm.) 110 m2
- guests 2
- beachfront
Kolaya Suites
Kolaya Suites, taking their name after the Sinhalese word for ‘leaf’, are set in their own lush private gardens, with Palmyra trees, pandanus and other indigenous plant species typical of the east coast. With an overall footprint of 90 m2 (50 m2 indoor and 40 m2 of private terrace and outdoor shower), a c. 800 m2 private garden, and a king-size bed, this is the perfect suite for a couple in search of intimacy in their own secluded garden.
All suites can accommodate an extra single bed for a child upon request. Areas/square footage above are approximate and may vary from one suite to another.
- indoor (sqm.) 50 m2
- indoor & outdoor (sqm.) 90 m2
- guests 2
- private garden 800 m2
Seed Suites
Seed Suites, set in their own private gardens that provides plenty of space for children to play around or for friends to sip a sundowner together, offers two full suites designed with families and friendship in mind. Each suite has an overall footprint of 180 m2 (100 m2 indoor and 80 m2 of terrace and outdoor showers), comprising two bedrooms (which can be configured as two king size beds or a king size bed and two single beds), two indoor showers, two outdoor showers, a large living room, a private terrace and a c. 1000 m2 private garden. Designed for a couple with two children or two couples, various configurations are available to best suit your needs and are ideal for families and friends.
- indoor (sqm.) 100 m2
- indoor & outdoor (sqm.) 180 m2
- guests 4
- private garden 1000 m2
General Amenities
- private terrace
- sun loungers
- living area
- in-door bathroom
- outdoor shower
- bathtub
- king size bed
- air conditioner
- ceiling fan
- TV on demand
- bluetooth speaker
- wifi
- in-room safe
- fridge
- wheelchair
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