GOLDEN SHORES
Set amid swaying palms on the golden shores of Pasikudah Bay, Uga Bay is known for pampered stays on Sri Lanka’s east coast.
For relaxed, do-little beach holidays, Uga Bay is the perfect candidate. The 40-metre infinity pool takes centre stage, while the bay itself is home to one of the country’s best year-round swimming beaches. If you do start feeling active, Uga Bay has easy access to world-class dive sites, wonderful snorkelling, windsurfing and sailing. Back on dry land, you can grab a bike and venture out to explore the local area, before retreating to the underground spa to relax your tired muscles with a Balinese-style massage.
PANORAMIC VIEWS
Although it has 500 guestrooms, the Grand Hotel still manages to feel like a quiet oasis in the heart of the city, just 15 minutes from Shilin Night Market. Its four restaurants serve classical Chinese cuisine as well as western and Japanese delicacies, all in elegant dining rooms or grand banquet hall settings. With its plum blossom-shaped caisson ceiling, the impressive lobby is a popular spot for afternoon tea.
UGA BAY HOTEL, PASSEKUDAH BAY
At a glance
- Stylish beachfront sanctuary set in Sri Lanka’s famous Pasikudah Bay
- Choice of 48 rooms, suites and villas, all overlooking the Indian Ocean
- Interiors feature polished wood floors, classic four-poster beds and a fresh, tropical decor
- Select rooms feature walk-on beach access, whilst others enjoy private terraces and plunge pools
- Superb bar and restaurant set atop a spiral staircase
- Delectable menu filled with Sri Lankan specialities and international favourites
- Choose to dine in a variety of private dining locations
For leisure and pleasure
- Attractive gardens shaded by coconut palms
- Spectacular infinity pool framed by cabanas and palapas
- Enjoy fabulous swimming in the crescent-shaped Pasikudah Bay with fine beaches
- Dive the wreck of the HMS Hermes
- Wide selection of water sports and beach activities, including snorkelling, sailing and jet skiing
- Stylish underground spa and indoor fitness centre
- Easy access to Batticaloa Lagoon
- Excursions to the cultural sites of Batticaloa and the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Polonnaruwa
The Ultimate Travel Company created a completely bespoke trip for us. Every detail was carefully thought through. From handpicked hotels and seamless flights to unforgettable tours and local experiences, nothing was off the shelf. Just excellent, personalised service from start to finish.
