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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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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Fishing

Skiing

Windsurfing


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
5.0
Low score for Kalpitiya
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Mary
    United States of America United 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...
  • Karen
    India India
    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.
  • Elisabeth
    United Kingdom United 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

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Italian • Pizza • Seafood • Turkish • Local • Asian • International • European • Croatian • Grill/BBQ
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Resort facilities at Dolphin Beach Resort
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Cooking class
  • Themed dinners
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Darts
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
  • Skiing
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Air conditioning
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 – outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Pool 2 – outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Fenced pool
Spa
  • Kids' pool
  • Yoga classes
  • Full-body massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

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House rules

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Check-in

From 12:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

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

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free
Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
$66 per person, per night

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.

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The fine print
Must-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

  • Yes, Dolphin Beach Resort is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Dolphin Beach Resort is 13.7 miles from the center of Kalpitiya. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Dolphin Beach Resort has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • 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.

  • 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

  • Room options at Dolphin Beach Resort include:

    • Tent

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at Dolphin Beach Resort is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.