Dolphin Beach Resort
Illanthadiya, Kalpitiya, Wayamba Palata, Sri Lanka
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Illanthadiya, Kalpitiya, Wayamba Palata, Sri Lanka
Hotel Services and Facilities
Free WiFi
Free parking
Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Hotel facilities
- Free Breakfast
- Free Parking
- Garden
- Room Service
- Safety Deposit Box
- Air Conditioning
- Babysitting/Child Services
- Bar
- 24-Hour Front Desk
- Express Check-In/Check-Out
- Coffee shop
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Water sports
- Refrigerator
- Children's playground
- BBQ facilities
- fan
- Fishing
- Darts
- Library
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Diving
- Private check-in/check-out
- On-site parking
- indoor pool
- outdoor pool
- Poolside bar
- shuttle service
- seating area
- telephone
- kitchenware
- blackout curtains
- 24-hour security
- Boating
- Daily Newspaper
- Designated Smoking Area
- Family Rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Game Room
- Hair/Beauty Salon
- Massage services
- Off-Site parking
- Private Beach
- Restaurant(s)
- Snorkeling
- Wind Surfing
- Daily Housekeeping
- English
- Croatian
- Sinhala
- Tamil
- Non-Smoking Rooms Available
- gift/souvenir shop
- taxi service
- yoga room
- Pool with view
- Kids' pool
- Fire extinguishers
- Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
- First aid kit available
- Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
- Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
- Invoices
- Staff trained in safety protocol
- Temperature check for guests and staff
- Ticket services
- Food delivery
- balcony/terrace
- Car rental available
- CCTV security in common areas
- Complimentary drinking water
- Currency exchange service
- Daily disinfection
- Fitness center
- Ironing amenities
- Laundry services
- Luggage storage & lockers
- Non-smoking property
- Safety chain and/or latch on doors available
- Spa services
- Spa/sauna
- Toiletries provided
- Tour services
- Physical/social distancing guidelines
- Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
- Air conditioning in public area
- Alternative meal arrangement
- Outdoor recreational features
- Cleaning products available
- Room service available
- Airport shuttle (charges may apply)
- Bicycle rental (charges may apply)
- Valet parking (charges may apply)
- Xerox/fax in business center
- Kid-friendly dining

















































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James (Couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
The mud crab that I ate was best crab that I have eaten in a long time.
paula (Couple)
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The staff were amazing. Kind hearted and went above and beyond when we had a difficult situation with our daughter. The food was absolutely delicious. The dolphin watching was small boat and we saw so many dolphins.
A property nearby was Burning some garbage from the recent cyclone so at times it was smoky
Christopher (Solo Traveler)
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Loved the location on the beach - despite being the SW monsoon. Netting in place to reduce the wind
The WiFi so intermittent. Kept falling in & out. Even when I was the only guest
Jan (Couple)
stayed in April, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Fabulous little resort, beautiful setting in a coconut grove, pretend camping in tented thatched cabin with all amenities. Only abt 9 cabins. In addition to regular shower bathroom, your own outside garden shower with refreshing cool water was fun. Small menu with everything cooked to order; food was delicious, Sri Lankan and fresh fish. Beautiful little infinity pool, lots of places to sit and enjoy the sunset. Staff could not have been nicer or more helpful. Baked my husband a chocolate cake for his bday and the boss gave us a complimentary bottle of wine. Hotel has own boat to take you out to see the dolphins - in their hundreds! Will book car etc for safari in Wilpattu for you. It is a LOCAL beach - no sunbeds anywhere, no touts, a little scruffy in places because it is natural and used by local fishermen. It is quiet with hardly any other resorts around. There are, as described online, wind turbines along the beach, inc close to the resort, but they did not bother us at all, and the nearby power station is likewise not in any way problematic. It's an easy 3 hour car journey from the airport. Would highly recommend for a simple quiet stay with access to dolphins and Wilpattu.
Sunbeds and tables etc by the pool could have been given a scrub before we arrived. Would have been nice if they'd had yoga or similar sessions (they had an activity room but nothing happening, but there simply aren't enough guests to make it worth their while I guess. This management used to have two other resorts along the beach but these are currently closed since covid, altho plans are afoot to reopen them after renovation).
Lucy (Couple)
stayed in April, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The beach location was wonderful. The tents were really comfortable and well-equipped. The swimming pool was quiet and sea two steps away. The staff couldn't have been more helpful and kind. Breakfast was amazing with delicious curries and dal, fruit and cakes and eggs etc. The staff arranged our dolphin boat trip and the dolphins swam around underneath us - a magical experience. Great spot for bird watching too. We highly recommend Dolphin Beach Resort - a very special place.
Karen (Couple)
stayed in March, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
We loved this hotel which is right on the beach with a big pool. The 'tent' was really luxurious, comfortable bed, great outdoor bathroom. Lovely food and helpful staff. We did the dolphin watching trip in the morning which was fantastic - saw lots of dolphins. There are wind turbines along the coast but that didn't bother us at all, would recommend this hotel and will hopefully stay there again.
Belinda (Couple)
stayed in February, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Beautiful and extremely comfortable tented resort on lovely beach. Wonderful staff and really excellent food. Very relaxing stay. Loved seeing the dolphins and superb massage. Truly unique and magical.
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Ines (Couple)
stayed in January, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Hotel was right on the beach. We could swim in the pool and in the sea. Lovely comfortable and spacious room. Beautifully decorated. Indoor and outdoor showers were great. Food was exceptional in fact up with the best we've ever had. Service and staff were amazing, so friendly and helpful. Dolphin trip was fun and exhilarating even though we didn't see any dolphins due to bad weather.
We liked everything.
Some people mentioned the wind turbine next door but we found it unobtrusive and soothing in fact.
Karolina (Family with young children)
stayed in January, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Great place. It was an amazing dolphin trip, too.
All was fine; perhaps the price is a bit high for this location.
Veronica (Solo Traveler)
stayed in January, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Julie (Family with young children)
stayed in January, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Dolphin Beach Resort is very chilled and relaxed. Despite having all tents booked, it was peaceful. The wind turbines (dotted along the coastline) were surprisingly quiet, just a gentle low key swoosh in the background. The tents are spacious, the staff are great. Lakshman is very helpful and the waiting staff are friendly and accommodating. They put on a delicious buffet and party on the beach for NYE. We enjoyed the dolphin watching trip, borrowing the kayaks (for free) and the cupboard of books. Would definitely return!
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Cyril (Family with young children)
stayed in November, 2024
Guest Score 4 out of 10
Disappointing
Location, rooms were good, staff tried very hard to help, cook was not good, breakfasts were good.
Mosquito menace, it was not under control and made it very uncomfortable. Had to seek medical advice.
Oliver (Family with young children)
stayed in September, 2024
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Alison (Family with young children)
stayed in August, 2024
Guest Score 1 out of 10
Very Poor
The staff were very understanding and helpful.
The pool was dirty, the resort was empty and the beach was not accessible as it was out of season. Sadly we cancelled on arrival.
Jo (Family with young children)
stayed in August, 2024
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
The beautiful and clean pool and seating areas; the food was great. The staff were so kind, helpful and professional (particular thanks to Lacsman, Tatu and other manager who helped so much when our son was ill.) The huts were really lovely and comfortable, and the aircon and wifi were great. We loved the bathroom and outside shower and little garden at the back. Although whale and dolphin boats not running there was a good lagoon boat ride
It was a shame to be there out of season, as we couldn’t go in the sea, and the flies drove us a bit loopy.
Acela (Family with young children)
stayed in May, 2024
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Mary (Group Traveler)
stayed in March, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
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 it was the perfect R&R. Spent our last day on the water with the Dolphins.
Elisabeth (Couple)
stayed in March, 2024
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
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!
Only a zip up door to our room. Wind turbines dwarfing the beach.
Justin (Couple)
stayed in March, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
From the fabulous beach to the stunning and comfortable glamping tents, everything was perfect. We were so lucky to find this beautiful hotel having been very disappointed with a previous booking elsewhere. We got a room last minute. Best decision ever.
Ther3 is noth8ng not to like
Jackijavea (Couple)
stayed in February, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Large luxurious tents on the beach with AC, ensuite bathroom and a lovely outside shaded sitting area.
Stunning quiet location with a beautiful pool and clean beach.
Super friendly and professional staff, excellent breakfast (Western or Sri Lankan), great selection of dishes for lunch and dinner - everything we ate was fabulous = 10/10 to the chef
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Availability from Sun, Apr 5, 2026 To Wed, Apr 8, 2026 For 1 Room (Change Search)
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Luxury A/C Double Room Tent
This well-designed tent comes with air-conditioning, a telephone and a private veranda. private bathroom has a relaxing rainshower.
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$240.00USD
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Total (including tax) $792.00
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Total (including tax) $940.50
- Accessible toilet
- Adapter
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Bidet
- Body soap
- Closet
- Clothes rack
- Complimentary drinking water
- Conditioner
- Crib(s)
- Dining table
- Electric kettle
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Extra long bed
- Fan
- Garden view
- Hair dryer
- In-room safe box
- Individual air conditioning
- Iron and ironing board
- Key access
- Laptop safe
- Linens
- Non-feather pillow
- Outdoor dining area
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
- Phone
- Pool towels
- Private bathroom
- Private entrance
- Room with view
- Sea view
- Seating area
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Tile/Marble floor
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Toiletries
- Towels
- Trash cans
- Walk-in shower
- Wine or champagne
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Luxury A/C Family Room Tent
Featuring 2 bedrooms, this well-designed tent comes with air-conditioning, a telephone and a private veranda. private bathroom has a relaxing rainshower.
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$240.00USD
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Total (including tax) $792.00
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Total (including tax) $1,089.00
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Total (including tax) $1,237.50
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Total (including tax) $1,386.00
- Accessible toilet
- Adapter
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Bidet
- Body soap
- Closet
- Clothes rack
- Complimentary drinking water
- Conditioner
- Crib(s)
- Dining table
- Electric kettle
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Extra long bed
- Fan
- Garden view
- Hair dryer
- In-room safe box
- Individual air conditioning
- Interconnecting room(s) available
- Iron and ironing board
- Key access
- Laptop safe
- Linens
- Non-feather pillow
- Outdoor dining area
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
- Phone
- Pool towels
- Private bathroom
- Private entrance
- Room with view
- Sea view
- Seating area
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Tile/Marble floor
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Toiletries
- Towels
- Trash cans
- Walk-in shower
- Wine or champagne
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Area information
- Negombo General Hospital - 58.00 mi
- Negombo Railway Station - 58.09 mi
- Wilpattu National Park - 32.54 mi
- Negombo Beach Park - 56.29 mi
- St Anthony's Church - 57.06 mi
- Maris Stella College - 57.95 mi
- Kakkapalliya - 35.81 mi
- Nagala Viharaya - 48.28 mi
- Malasana Dewale - 50.98 mi
- Thuparama - 51.62 mi
- Tanthirimale - 51.65 mi
- Sinhagiri Vihare - 54.24 mi
- Awukane Vihare - 55.03 mi
- Ave Maria Convent - 57.85 mi
- Kekirawa - 59.57 mi
- Silvatgala Vihare - 60.77 mi
- Gangapura Vihare - 61.20 mi
- Gommotawa Vihare - 61.29 mi
- Medawachchiya - 61.46 mi
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Dolphin Beach Resort
Illanthadiya, Kalpitiya, Wayamba Palata, Sri Lanka