Halcyon Mawella

Recommended for

• Kayaking

  • Spot bats and nibble lotus seeds on a guided kayaking tour of Mawella Lagoon, or try sea kayaking right in front of the hotel

• Birdwatching

  • Drift through Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary on a guided raft excursion, spotting a fantastic array of birdlife

• Romantic Break

  • Couples can hide away in beautifully designed rooms, relax on private terraces & sip cocktails at the bar

• Families

  • Families will adore the relaxed, friendly feel, the swimming pool & the flexible room options

• Sights nearby

  • Visit the intriguing ancient Mulgirigala Rock Monastery or the Weherahena Buddhist Temple

• Designer

  • Designer Lindsay Taylor of Tallentire House worked with the team during the build, creating bespoke pieces & collecting curios

• Restaurant

  • The fabulous poolside restaurant has a pan-Asian menu, and offers a great choice of Sri Lankan & Western breakfasts

• Eco

  • Eco-conscious practices include avoiding single-use plastic, organising beach clean-ups & sourcing food locally

• Other Activities

  • Head to lively Hiriketiya Bay for great food, surf and parties in the high season

• Great walks

  • Enjoy long walks along Mawella Beach, watching the fisherman haul in their catch

• Family Suites

  • Add an extra bed in one of the double rooms, or book one of two family suites

• On the beach

  • Tucked behind the trees, Mawella Beach borders the hotel garden

• Child friendly

  • Kids' menus are available

• Rooms with balcony/terrace

• Lively

• Barefoot Luxury

• Yoga

• Snorkelling

• Sit-out Terrace

• Full of character

• Good wine list

• House party feel

• Local markets

• Wildlife Area

• Boutique

• Cycling

• Chic

• Antiques

• Retro/Vintage

• Rafting

• Charming

• Luxury

• Four poster beds

• Intimate

• Romantic

• Views

• Secluded setting

• Gourmet

• Air conditioning

• Owner managed

Facilities

• Rooms

  10 rooms in this hotel

• Bar

  A wonderful place to chill out with a negroni or a glass of wine, the first-floor bar has a very cool vibe & great sea views

• Restaurant

  The fabulous poolside restaurant has a pan-Asian menu, and offers a great choice of Sri Lankan & Western breakfasts

• Family Suites

  Add an extra bed in one of the double rooms, or book one of two family suites

• No pets

  There are two lovely, friendly dogs onsite

• Child friendly

  Kids' menus are available

• Outdoor dining

• Walking distance restaurants

• Airport transfer

• Rooms with balcony/terrace

• Parking

• Cots available

• Massage

• Good wine list

• Sit-out Terrace

• Swimming Pool

• Garden

• Room service

• Suites

• Bath robes

• Four poster beds

• Wifi

• Air conditioning

• Safe

Activities

• Kayaking

  • Spot bats and nibble lotus seeds on a guided kayaking tour of Mawella Lagoon, or try sea kayaking right in front of the hotel

• Birdwatching

  • Drift through Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary on a guided raft excursion, spotting a fantastic array of birdlife

• Sights nearby

  • Visit the intriguing ancient Mulgirigala Rock Monastery or the Weherahena Buddhist Temple

• Other Activities

  • Head to lively Hiriketiya Bay for great food, surf and parties in the high season

• Great walks

  • Enjoy long walks along Mawella Beach, watching the fisherman haul in their catch

• Local markets

• Yoga

• Snorkelling

• Wildlife Area

• Cycling

• Rafting

Map & Location