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Shangri-La Hambantota

5.0 star property
Luxury resort on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools

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Poolside bar
Lobby
2 bars/lounges, 2 poolside bars
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$320
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct

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Sittarakala Estate, Shangri-La Mawatha, Chithragala, Ambalantota, 82100
  • Place, Shangri-La's Golf and Country Club
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hambantota Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Ridiyagama Safari Park
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Premier Room, 2 Single Beds (Ocean)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 48 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Ocean)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 48 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed (Ocean)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 96 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Hambantota

A luxury stay in Hambantota awaits you at Shangri-La Hambantota. You'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Shangri-La's Golf and Country Club and 7 km (4.4 mi) from Dry Zone Botanical Garden. Highlights at this beachfront resort include 3 restaurants, 3 outdoor swimming pools and a full-service spa. .A day of pampering at Chi can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and body wraps along with Ayurvedic treatments and reflexology. The buffet restaurant, Bojun Hala, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. With 2 poolside bars and 2 lounge bars to choose from, you can enjoy a drink at the resort. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site golf course and free kids' club. Business amenities include meeting rooms and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and a sauna. Each morning English breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 5-property class Hambantota resort include Birds Park and Ussangoda National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Shangri-La's Golf and Country Club - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Birds Park - 18 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Hambantota Beach - 19 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Ridiyagama Safari Park - 39 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Tangalle Beach - 50 min drive - 38.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Bojunhala - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gimanhala Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ulpatha Clubhouse & Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ruhunu Resort - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sera - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Shangri-La Hambantota

Luxury resort on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools
Enjoy the umbrellas and sunloungers for a relaxing day at the beach. Summer fun is a breeze at Shangri-La Hambantota, where you can play a round of golf at the golf course, cool off in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools and enjoy a treatment at the full-service spa.

There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. For a drink, you can stop by one of the on-site bars, including 2 poolside bars and 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. This luxury resort also offers a complimentary children's club, a children's pool and a 24-hour health club. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Hambantota resort.

  • 274 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2016
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Shangri-La Hambantota offers 274 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

This Hambantota resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Chi has 12 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Thai massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a hot tub.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 poolside bars
  • 3 restaurants
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bojun Hala
  • Sera

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • 24-hour health club
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf lessons
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Waterslide
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 12 treatment rooms
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2016
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests who book breakfast-inclusive rate plans will receive breakfast for guests age 12 and older.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 200.00
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 100.00 (from 6 to 11 years old)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately USD 20 for adults and from USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 100 per vehicle (one way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, debit cards and cash. This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Shangri Hambantota Resort
Shangri Hambantota
Shangri-La's Hambantota Golf Resort
Shangri-La's Golf Resort
Shangri-La's Hambantota Golf
Shangri-La's Golf
Shangri La Hambantota Resort Spa
Shangri La Hambantota Resort
Shangri La's Hambantota
Shangri-La Hambantota Resort
Shangri-La Hambantota Hambantota
Shangri-La Hambantota Resort Hambantota
Shangri La's Hambantota Golf Resort Spa

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Shangri-La Hambantota?

Shangri-La Hambantota offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Shangri-La Hambantota?

As of 30 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shangri-La Hambantota on 21 Oct 2025 start from NZ$320.13, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Shangri-La Hambantota?

Yep, Shangri-La Hambantota has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Are there any beaches close to Shangri-La Hambantota?

The closest beach to Shangri-La Hambantota is Rekawa Beach (24 km).

Is there a spa on site at Shangri-La Hambantota?

Yep, Chi is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as Thai massages.

Does Shangri-La Hambantota have a pool?

Shangri-La Hambantota has 3 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a drink from one of the bars.

Does Shangri-La Hambantota have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

What luxury perks are available at Shangri-La Hambantota?

Shangri-La Hambantota features 2 poolside bars, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. All guestrooms come with premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes Shangri-La Hambantota a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as rainfall showerheads and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Shangri-La Hambantota.

Is Shangri-La Hambantota family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club, a children's pool and free supervised childcare, it's no surprise that Shangri-La Hambantota is a hit with families.

Does Shangri-La Hambantota serve breakfast?

You bet, English breakfast is on offer daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Shangri-La Hambantota?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Shangri-La Hambantota?

Relax with a coldie at the 2 poolside bars or 2 lounge bars, and grab a meal at the onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Shangri-La Hambantota?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Shangri-La Hambantota?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Shangri-La Hambantota?

Yep, Shangri-La Hambantota has an 18-hole golf course. Golf lessons and mini golf are also available.