SETTING
Coconut palms sway above the golden sand beach at Amanwella, a tranquil hideaway set in a cove on Sri Lanka’s southern coast. The seaside town of Tangalle is nearby and Sri Lanka’s diverse flora and fauna is ready to be explored.
PEACE
Stroll along paths that wind through the jungle and pretty Wella Wathura village. Take in the spectacular sunset, framed by rocky headlands, from the palm-fringed pool. Or watch it surf-side, with your toes buried in the sand.
ADVENTURES
Surfing and scuba diving suits all levels. There is also fishing, and spinner dolphin- and whale-watching trips. Giant turtles lay eggs in nearby beaches. Yala and Udawalawe National Parks are home to elephants, leopards and more.
DESIGN
Amanwella’s clean, serene lines frame the untamed landscape. Inspired by modernist Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa, Suites are constructed from stone, timber and clay tiles of local origin. Each opens onto a private plunge pool.
Open to the sights and sounds of Sri Lanka’s spectacular south coast, Amanwella’s contemporary suites feature floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors on both sides.One side opens to
an entrance courtyard with a private plunge pool, the other to an expansive terrace with twin sun loungers, a dining table and chairs, and views of the coconut grove, beach and ocean.
Offering uninterrupted views of the sea, beach and coconut grove, the 100-square-metre
Ocean Suites feature plunge pools in private courtyards and expansive terraces.
Offering lofty views of the sea and treetops, the 100-square-metre Suites
feature plunge pools in private courtyards and expansive terraces.
Looking out over the palm-fringed bay from its elevated platforms and terrace, the Restaurant serves up the catch of the day, delivered fresh from the local fishermen’s boats. Locally-grown produce also features prominently on
the menu at both the Restaurant and Beach Club, including curry leaves and spices, which the chef finds at nearby markets and uses to create colourful, well-balanced dishes that can be tailored to guests’ tastes.
Sri Lanka’s tropical climate ensures fragrant spices, fresh seafood and vibrant fruits and vegetables year-round.
Visit the local markets with the Amanwella’s chef to discover more about the fertile island’s agriculture.
Fresh breezes herald the coming of the evening - ideal for a private dinner amid the coconut grove.
Afterwards, visit the nearby Rekawa Turtle Conservation grounds to watch giant turtles lay their eggs by moonlight.
The melody of the waves and the gentle breath of the coconut palms soothes all who come to Amanwella. Spa treatments can be organised in the spa
or inside the suites themselves. The all natural products are made with ingredients from Sri Lanka’s cornucopia of herbs, plants and flowers.
A gentle head massage begins the therapy, which uses long strokes to work deep within and an herbal inhalation to cleanse.
Private sessions of various types of yoga are available throughout the day, as well as guided meditation beside the sea.
Amanwella’s golden-sand beach is ideal for activities ranging from surfing and snorkelling to whale watching and fishing in the Indian Ocean. Nearby, the jungled coast is home to the cultural riches of
southern Sri Lanka and infinite natural treasures such as those at the Yala and Udawalawe national parks, where leopards and elephants can be seen, as well as the Bundala Bird Sanctuary.
Discover the untamed beauty of Sri Lanka's southern coast.
Learn about the island’s history of tea growing from Amanwella’s own experts over an afternoon cup, or visit the plantations with a guide.
Travel between Aman’s Sri Lankan resorts and discover some of the country’s greatest treasures, from the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Galle Fort at Amangalla to the balmy seclusion of the palm-fringed coast at Amanwella.
Master potter B. Karunasena invites Aman guests into his home workshop to learn the skill required to craft his family’s renowned terracotta designs, before encouraging visitors to try their own hand at creating a unique piece.
Farther out to sea, blue whales can be sighted on their annual migration from December to April, as well as sperm whales and spinner dolphins.
Visits to traditional villages or artisans’ studios offer other insights into Sri Lankan culture within easy reach of Amanwella.
AMANWELLA
Amanwella, Bodhi Mawatha,Wella Wathura, Godellawela, TangalleSri Lanka