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Private 18-hole golf course

For children

Kids’ club, pool and waterpark

SPA

Ayurveda across 12 treatment rooms

Hotel description

Shangri-La Hambantota is a five-star beachfront resort on the southern coast of Sri Lanka, surrounded by tropical landscapes and overlooking the Indian Ocean. Set across 58 hectares, the resort brings together 274 rooms and suites, three outdoor swimming pools, a family waterpark, children’s facilities, an Ayurveda-focused spa and its own 18-hole golf course. Interiors combine tranquil natural colours, local patterns, bamboo wood accents, contemporary art and carefully selected details inspired by the island’s cultural heritage.

The resort accommodates both leisurely oceanfront holidays and active escapes. Adult guests have access to a dedicated sunset pool, a modern fitness centre, golf, yoga, cycling, archery and the Altitude adventure experience. Family facilities include the Cool Zone Kids Club, a dedicated teens’ club, a children’s pool, Aqua Zone Waterpark and outdoor activities. Artisan Village introduces guests to Sri Lankan crafts through pottery, wood carving, painting, batik and traditional mask-making.

Dining ranges from Sri Lankan and international favourites to authentic Southeast Asian flavours and modern European dishes. Chi Ayurveda Spa offers authentic Ayurveda programmes, traditional massages and Asian wellness rituals in a secluded area of the resort. With its beachfront setting, extensive family facilities, golf course, spa, varied recreation and event venues, Shangri-La Hambantota is suited to family holidays, wellness retreats, couples’ escapes, weddings, celebrations and corporate gatherings.


Accommodation at Shangri-La Hambantota
Shangri-La Hambantota offers 274 rooms and suites overlooking tropical gardens, the golf course or the Indian Ocean. Interiors combine contemporary comfort with sandy tones, turquoise accents, local patterns, bamboo wood and artwork reflecting Sri Lankan culture. Accommodation starts from 48 square metres, while spacious interconnecting rooms are available for families. Most categories include a furnished balcony or terrace, an in-room seating area and a bathroom with a deep-soaking bathtub and separate walk-in shower. Suites add separate living and dining areas, while the Janapathi Suite also features a private massage room and outdoor whirlpool bath. Standard amenities include Wi-Fi, a flat-screen television, electronic safe, minibar, tea and coffee-making facilities, pillow menu, bathrobes and slippers.


Rooms overview

The resort is located in the Tangalle area on Sri Lanka’s southern coast at Sittarakala Estate, Chithragala, Ambalantota. Bandaranaike International Airport is 269 km away, with a driving time of approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes; hotel transfers, taxis and car rental services are available.

 

Chi Ayurveda Spa occupies a secluded area of the resort and features 12 treatment rooms combining Shangri-La’s signature Chi style with local design details. Working in partnership with the Siddhalepa Group, the spa provides authentic Ayurveda programmes intended to cleanse and restore balance.

  • Ayurveda treatments
  • Traditional massages
  • Aromatherapy
  • Hot stone therapy
  • Sri Lankan and other Asian treatments
  • Beauty rituals using tropical ingredients
  • In-room massage upon request
  • 18-hole, par-70 golf course
  • Modern fitness centre
  • Personal training
  • Fitness classes and aqua aerobics
  • Outdoor yoga
  • Guided bicycle rides and tours
  • Archery
  • Cricket, football and volleyball
  • Bocce ball and pole tennis
  • Billiards and darts
  • Nature, beach and jogging trails
  • Seven-metre-high flying trapeze
  • Altitude treetop adventure course
  • Pottery, batik, painting and wood carving at Artisan Village
  • Excursions exploring the region’s nature, culture and history
  • Beachfront setting on the Indian Ocean coast
  • Expansive Lagoon Pool with poolside service
  • Adults-only Sunset Pool overlooking the ocean and gardens
  • Children’s pool connected to the Lagoon Pool
  • Aqua Zone Waterpark with a wading pool, two waterslides, sprinklers and interactive water features
Cool Zone Kids Club welcomes children aged 4 to 12 with crafts, a ball pool and themed activities; children under four must be accompanied by a parent. A dedicated teens’ club and a video-game zone with PlayStation are also available. Family facilities additionally include a children’s pool, Aqua Zone Waterpark, table tennis, cricket, checkers, nature explorations and golf discovery. Babysitting is available for an additional charge and subject to availability.

Bojunhala — the main all-day restaurant with live cooking stations, buffet and à la carte selections featuring Sri Lankan, international, vegetarian and wellness dishes.

Sera — a Southeast Asian restaurant inspired by the culinary traditions of Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam.

Gimanhala Lounge — an airy ocean-view lounge serving afternoon tea and refreshments in an elegant setting that is particularly atmospheric at sunset.

Ulpatha Club House & Bar — the resort’s golf clubhouse and a modern European dining venue offering casual dishes and snacks overlooking the 18th green.

  • High-speed Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour room service
  • Express check-in and check-out
  • Foreign exchange counter
  • Health clinic and doctor on call
  • IT butler
  • Laundry service
  • Airport transfers
  • Car rental
  • Taxi and limousine service
  • Tour desk
  • Parking
  • Library
  • Safe deposit boxes
  • Postal and courier services
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Accessible facilities
  • Conference rooms

The resort hosts intimate beach weddings, engagements and elaborate multi-day celebrations. A dedicated events team assists with selecting the venue and creating a bespoke concept, menu, setting and programme.

 

Event facilities include the 1,232-square-metre Grand Ballroom, five separate meeting rooms and the Upper Lagoon and Gimanhala venues. The Grand Ballroom accommodates up to 1,434 guests for a reception, 1,400 in theatre layout or 990 for a banquet. The hotel’s events team provides planning and customised support for corporate and private occasions.

Golf club sets and golf carts are available for hire. The Golf and Country Club also provides caddies, changing and shower facilities, bag storage and a pro shop.

 

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