Why stay here
It suits couples and families who want a quiet beach base on the south west coast, with turtles nesting nearby and good food on site.
More about the area
The beach in front of the hotel is known for nesting turtles, and the hatchery nearby lets you see them up close. Galle, Hikkaduwa and Bentota are all within an easy drive, so the hotel works well as a base for exploring the south west coast while returning to a calm beach each evening.
Planning your stay
Ahungalla is on the south west coast between Bentota and Hikkaduwa, about an hour and a half from Colombo by expressway. The sea is calmest from about November to April. Turtle hatcheries, the Madu river mangroves and the mask workshops of Ambalangoda are all within easy reach.
Things to do nearby
Visit the turtle hatchery, a few minutes away, take a Madu river safari ending with a fish spa, see mask making at the Ariyapala workshop in Ambalangoda, go whale watching in Mirissa, or walk the ramparts of Galle Fort.
For more ideas, see things to do in Ahungalla, or compare all hotels in Ahungalla.
- Check-in1400 hrs
- Check-out1200 hrs
Accommodation
There are Deluxe Rooms and Suites, designed to suit the surroundings, with modern furnishings.
Deluxe Room
The entry-level room is 46 sqm, with five-star amenities, a sitting area and sea views. Each has a king size bed that can be split into twins.
Image Credit: The Habitat
Suite
There are just two suites, each 87 sqm with views of the garden or the sea. They have a private balcony, a seating area, a minibar, free Wi-Fi and satellite TV.
Image Credit: The Habitat
Facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool with sun decks.
- Balinese Ayu spa.
- Swimming pool
- Beachfront
- Excursion desk
- Wi-Fi
- Spa
- Free parking
- Garden
- Private check-in and check-out
Food and drink
Salt is the main restaurant, serving international food. Teppan is a Japanese restaurant with an action station, and Moonu is the bar.
- A la carte dining
- Room service, 24 hours
- Sri Lankan
- Japanese cuisine
- Bar
- Banqueting facilities
- Meeting rooms
- Local and international cuisine
How to Get There
The Habitat sits beside the sea at Kosgoda, a few kilometres north of Ahungalle and close to the turtle hatcheries. The airport at Katunayake is around 115 km away, about 2 hours by car, travelling via the Southern Expressway, then west to the Galle Road.
Coming from central Colombo instead, allow 1 hour 30 minutes for roughly 80 km.
The coastal railway from Colombo Fort also runs along this shore, a slower but scenic alternative if you travel light.
To keep arrival simple, ask us for a private transfer with a chauffeur who meets you outside arrivals. You can keep the car for touring afterwards.