Dolphin Beach Resort
Illanthadiya, 61360 Kalpitiya, Sri Lanka – Great location - show map
Stylish and eco-friendly, Dolphin Beach features luxurious tents next to a private stretch on Alankuda Beach, Sri Lanka. Blue skies, clear waters of the Indian Ocean and friendly dolphins will accompany guests on their stay. On-site water sports activities and free Wi-Fi are also available. Decorated in rich and bright orange, all air-conditioned tents feature a spacious veranda with comfortable seating. Private bathrooms are equipped with a relaxing rainshower. Dolphin Beach is 11 mi from Palavi Railway Station and 12 mi from Kalpitiya Town. It is a 2.5-hour drive to Colombo City and a 2-hour drive, or 68 mi, from Bandaranaike International Airport. Guests can arrange day trips at the tour desk, or enjoy free bicycle rides to explore the area. Laundry and dry cleaning services are also provided by the hotel. Guests can also relax at the Ayurveda Spa or take exciting kite surfing lessons at in-house school Authentic Sri Lankan cuisine, as well as delicious international buffet spreads, can be enjoyed at the open-air restaurant, which also features an à la carte menu. Beach barbecues can also be arranged by the hotel. A daily breakfast can be served on the beach.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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- 2 swimming pools
- Free Wifi
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
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See what guests loved the most:
- MaryUnited States of America“Beautiful whimsical details with a rustic tropical beach vibe, and extremely helpful and attentive staff. In house chef cooking made to order delicious Sri Lankan dishes. Just the place to get away from it all. We ended our 2 week trip here and...”
- KarenIndia“What a great place- so glad we headed north! The tents, food, location, staff, pool, beach were all wonderful. Also recommended: the boat ride out to see the dolphins. We saw hundreds of them- truly spectacular.”
- ElisabethUnited Kingdom“Amazing food & they went out of their way with a v late breakfast after a dolphin trip & an excellent packed breakfast for a 5am start the following day. Original tweaks, like using shells for taps!”
Area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- Restaurant
- CuisineItalian • Pizza • Seafood • Turkish • Local • Asian • International • European • Croatian • Grill/BBQ
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free
Resort facilities at Dolphin Beach ResortGreat facilities! Review score, 8.7
- 2 swimming pools
- Free Wifi
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
- Garden view
- Sea view
- View
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Clothes rack
- Bicycle rental
- Cooking class
- Themed dinners
- Bike tours
- Walking tours
- Beach
- Water sports facilities on siteAdditional charge
- SnorkelingAdditional charge
- DivingAdditional charge
- Cycling
- CanoeingAdditional charge
- Darts
- WindsurfingAdditional charge
- Skiing
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Sitting area
- Telephone
- Coffee house on site
- FruitAdditional charge
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- Parking garage
- Accessible parking
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/out
- Outdoor play equipment for kids
- Board games/Puzzles
- Babysitting/Child servicesAdditional charge
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/Photocopying
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Air conditioning
- Tile/Marble floor
- Private entrance
- Car rental
- Laptop safe
- Packed lunches
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Open all year
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Swimming pool toys
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Beach umbrellas
- Fenced pool
- Kids' pool
- Yoga classes
- Full-body massage
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Spa facilities
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- MassageAdditional charge
- English
Property practice
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash Dolphin Beach Resort accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Please note that the property provides complimentary driver's accommodations.
All children are welcome. Any child between 6 - 12 years will be charged 38 USD per child on a per night basis. The child rate needs to be paid directly at the property.
Please inform Dolphin Beach Resort of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
FAQs about Dolphin Beach Resort
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Check-in at Dolphin Beach Resort is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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Dolphin Beach Resort offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Cycling
- Skiing
- Snorkeling
- Diving
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Darts
- Windsurfing
- Beachfront
- Spa facilities
- Bike tours
- Bicycle rental
- Beach
- Full-body massage
- Water sports facilities on site
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Cooking class
- Yoga classes
- Themed dinners
- Swimming pool
- Walking tours
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Dolphin Beach Resort is 13.7 miles from the center of Kalpitiya. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Dolphin Beach Resort has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
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Yes, Dolphin Beach Resort is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Room options at Dolphin Beach Resort include:
- Tent
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The prices at Dolphin Beach Resort may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.