Opening on Sri Lanka’s stunning southern
coastline on 1 June 2016, Shangri-La’s Hambantota Resort & Spa
will offer unrivalled amenities and experiential activities and set a
new standard for hospitality in the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean.”
Spanning 145 acres, the 300-room beachfront resort will boast lush
tropical gardens, an 18-hole golf course, an artisan village and a wide
array of innovative dining, event and entertainment options.
“Sri Lanka is one of the fastest-growing destinations in the Indian
Ocean and a beautiful country with incredible natural attractions,
wonderful people and more than 2,000 years of culture. We are delighted
to be opening the first international luxury resort in Hambantota and
look forward to bringing Shangri-La’s hallmark hospitality from the
heart to this exciting destination,” said Shangri-La President and CEO
Greg Dogan.
Sri Lanka is one of the best places to see wildlife in Asia, and
Hambantota is located near several national wildlife parks that are
home to an array of animals, including wild elephants, the Sri Lankan
leopard and thousands of rare and exotic birds.
Guests arriving to Colombo International Airport can enjoy Shangri-La’s
private luxury coach transfer, the first of its kind in Sri Lanka.
Seating up to 25 people, resort guests will enjoy the five-star service
and facilities for which the hotel group is renowned, with
refreshments, cold towels and snacks served during the drive along the
scenic coastal route.
In addition to Shangri-La’s luxury coach transfer, Fly Dubai and Abu
Dhabi-based Rotana Jet, fly direct to Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport,
which is 35 kilometres from the resort. Local-based Cinnamon Air and
Sri Lankan Airlines also run regular domestic flights from Colombo.
Discover a Destination within a Destination
Shangri-La’s Hambantota Resort & Spa’s guestrooms include 26 suites
with private butler service and range from 48 to 240 square metres. The
spacious rooms enjoy expansive views of lushly landscaped gardens;
calming neutral tones and carved-wood fixtures are accented by
sophisticated, cool turquoise hues, fusing together a contemporary yet
original Sri-Lankan style.
Each luxury hideaway has a secluded balcony
or terrace affording a sense of privacy.
Sri Lanka’s rich culture is honoured throughout the resort and in
particular at “The Village”, where guests can explore and interact with
local artisans and craftsmen.
The Village is dedicated to preserving
Sri Lanka’s traditional artisan communities and features four
traditional huts where the craftsmen skilfully create, exhibit and sell
their items, from pottery and ceramics, to wood carvings and
weavings.
In the evening, the village transforms into an
entertainment venue, showcasing Sri Lankan music and dance performances
of Angampora (Sri Lanka’s indigenous martial art and one of the oldest
fighting disciplines in the world).
The manicured lawns of Shangri-La’s Golf and Country Club and its
eco-friendly 18-hole golf course cater to even the most seasoned golf
enthusiast. Set amidst a vast coconut palm plantation, the beautifully
landscaped par-70 course was designed by Rodney Wright and takes guests
on a three-zone golf experience. The Dune Area gives the course
breath-taking ocean views, whilst the Sapphire Mine provides a wide,
open space where players must negotiate challenging water features. The
resort is the first in Sri Lanka to have its own golf course.
After your round, the Club House, with its touch of colonial tartan, is
the ideal spot to relax and unwind. Exhilarating water sports on the
lake will suit energetic guests, whilst archery, darts, barefoot bowling
and table tennis are just some of the fun resort activities available.
Nearby, the Humanaya blow holes, a secluded turtle beach and quaint
traditional fishing villages also provide an enlightening day of
discovery, whilst a trip to the Bandagiriya Temple, the highest peak in
the Hambantota district dating back to the second century BC, reveals
one of Sri Lanka’s oldest periods of history.
The resort’s “Cool Zone” Kids Club offers a full programme of
supervised daily activities. A seven-metre-high trapeze, a drone-flying
area and collegial guest-vs-staff sporting tournaments will establish
Shangri-La’s Hambantota Resort & Spa as a family-friendly
destination.
Inspired by Sri Lanka’s rich heritage, the resort’s culinary collection
brings a multitude of superior tastes and gastronomic adventures to the
table. A talented team of international chefs create a vibrant
dining scene, including all-day dining restaurant, Bojun Hala, which
boasts a buffet of international and Sri Lankan specialities. Sera,
meaning lemongrass, is inspired by the famous hawker-style stalls of
Southeast Asia, whilst the neighbouring Beach Grill serves dishes
straight from the fire pit and comfort food in an extraordinary setting
from old local fishing boats. Giman Hala, which translates as “‘a place
to rest”, and The 19th Hole Bar and Lounge both provide a fine
selection of refreshments throughout the day.
The Lobby Lounge is programmed day and night. Guests can enjoy healthy
fresh food along with a large selection of local teas after an
awakening morning yoga session. Later in the day, the Lobby
Lounge transforms into a romantic spot for sunset Champagne and
cocktails by candlelight.
For those in search of pure relaxation, CHI The Spa at Shangri-La is a
haven of indulgence. Drawing inspiration from the origins of the
Shangri-La legend, it is a place of personal peace, enchantment and
wellbeing. Twelve treatment rooms and outdoor pavilions ensure a sense
a place, as skilful therapists use the finest techniques to deliver
Chinese and Ayurvedic treatments using 100 per cent natural products.
Rounding out the offerings are a Health Club with state-of-the-art
fitness facilities, a dive centre, 30-metre lap pool, freeform pool,
tennis court and retail facilities.
A multi-purpose events space of over 2,525 square metres is designed
for hosting conferences, meetings, weddings and social celebrations. No
other venue in Sri Lanka can match its offerings. Outdoor pavilions
with the capacity to host up to 1,000 guests offer an inspired setting
for any event. Kandy, Hatton and Badulla conference rooms with an area
of 84-91square metres can host over 100 guests, whilst smaller venues,
Haputale and Nuwara Eliya span 70.5 square metres hosting up to 84.
The resort provides a spectacular backdrop for a tropical wedding.
Whether in the beachfront breeze under swaying palm trees, or with the
grass beneath your feet on the lawns, a wedding at Shangri-La’s
Hambantota Resort & Spa is an inspired place to tie the knot.
Shangri-La’s Hambantota Resort & Spa is the first of two Shangri-La
hotels under development in Sri Lanka and the group’s third resort in
the Indian Ocean. The second hotel – Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo – is
slated to open in 2017.
Hong Kong-based Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts currently owns and/or
manages over 95 hotels under the Shangri-La brand with a room inventory
of over 39,000. Shangri-La hotels are five-star deluxe properties
featuring extensive luxury facilities and services. Shangri-La
hotels are located in Australia, Canada, mainland China, Fiji, France,
Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius,
Mongolia, Myanmar, Philippines, Qatar, Singapore, Sultanate of Oman,
Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates and the United
Kingdom. The group has a substantial development pipeline with
upcoming projects in mainland China, Cambodia, Hong Kong, India,
Malaysia, Myanmar, Saudi Arabia and Sri Lanka.
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