Couples can enjoy 50% off when honeymooning or celebrating their wedding anniversary with Shangri-La’s Hambantota Golf Resort & Spa’s Bride Stays for Free offer
While meandering through the thousands of swinging palm trees or perching on a nearby swing to watch the sun sink into the Ocean, it becomes strikingly evident that romance at Shangri-La’s Hambantota Golf Resort & Spa is everywhere. Set against the backdrop of the Indian Ocean and surrounded by unique marbled sand, the hotel is perfectly positioned for romantics. As the most luxurious hotel of its kind in Sri Lanka, Shangri-La’s Hambantota Golf Resort & Spa offers bountiful space for couples to explore the pristine shores of Sri Lanka in complete privacy and peace.
Brides Stay Free Offer: Shangri-La’s Hambantota Golf Resort & Spa invites newlyweds to celebrate their recent nuptials with their exclusive Brides Stay Free offer. Further positioning the resort as the perfect honeymoon spot, both honeymooners and those celebrating a wedding anniversary can enjoy 50% off a room or suite as well as a 50% discount on restaurant and bar offerings and spa treatments for both the bride and groom. Not to mention, the hotel will also arrange for a chilled bottle of sparkling wine to be served in their room upon arrival.
The hotel offers an array of memorable and intimate experiences for newlyweds and couples to enjoy:
Sunset River Boat Safari down the Walawe River
Adventurous couples are encouraged to embark on a sunset boat ride along the mangrove-filled Walawe River where, as the sun sets, guests can watch tropical birds, bats and impressive white-bellied eagles reserve their night-time spots on the trees bordering the river. During their journey, travellers can also expect to see langur monkeys swinging through the trees alongside the boat, parading peacocks roaming the banks, thirsty buffalos and even a crocodile or two. For couples wanting to continue their safari adventure, the hotel boasts unparalleled proximity to some of the country’s finest nature and wildlife reserves including the magnificent Yala and Udawalawe National Parks, home to the elusive Sri Lankan leopard, bear sloth and elephant. Couples can set off on safari together at dawn and share in the truly unforgettable experience of spotting wildlife.
Sunset picnic at Godawaya
Starting with a romantic beach stroll along the resort’s coastline, passing through a quaint local fishermen’s village and Buddhist temple, and concluding with a scenic hike through extraordinary rock formations to Godawaya couples can enjoy a mesmerizing sunset on the Indian Ocean. As the sun sets and the sky becomes a mixture of soft pinks and yellows, honeymooners can savour this unique moment with a luxury sunset picnic on the rocks.
Dine by Design on the Beach
In addition to the four restaurants, bars and lounges, the resort’s expert chefs can also create a special three-course meal, accompanied by the finest of wines, to be served in secluded locations as part of the bespoke “Dine by Design” offering. Popular among honeymooners and couples is the enchanting Dine by Design on the beach. Set underneath an elegant canopy, amid flickering candles and lanterns, couples can enjoy a private dining experience right on the sand with only the gentle to and fro of the ocean for company.
Couples Treatment at CHI, Ayurveda Spa
For a blissful escape from the real world, honeymooners can venture to the CHI Ayurveda Spa, a secluded sanctuary located in its own spa village. With twelve spacious individual treatment rooms boasting private gardens, guests can enjoy a private massage side by side. The CHI Ayurveda Spa at Shangri-La’s Hambantota has partnered with South East Asia’s most famous Ayurveda healing centres, the Siddhalepa Group, offering traditional and authentic Ayurveda
treatments using remedies and therapies handed down unchanged through generations of practitioners.
Luxurious Speciality Suites
For the ultimate romantic retreat, couples can immerse themselves in luxury-living by staying in one of Shangri-La’s Hambantota’s Speciality Suites. The Araliya Suite and Manel Suite are ideal for couples seeking a truly relaxed and private stay. Each suite is an expansive 144sqm bathed in natural light and surrounded by the captivating Sri Lankan landscape. The Janapathi Suite is another exclusive haven for honeymooners seeking a truly magical experience. Boasting magnificent views of the Indian Ocean, this private hideaway covers 240sqm and offers a separate living room, dining area, massage treatment room and outdoor bathtub. Exceeding all expectations, this retreat offers exclusive privileges, the highest level of attentive service and indulgence at its finest.
For more information and reservation: Tel: 0800 028 3337, slht@shangrila.com visit www.shangri-la.com/hambantota/shangrila
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About Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts
Hong Kong-based Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts currently operates over 100 hotels with a room inventory of over 41,000. Shangri-La hotels are five-star deluxe properties featuring extensive luxury facilities and services. Shangri-La hotels are located in Australia, Canada, mainland China, Fiji, France, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius, Mongolia, Myanmar, Philippines, Qatar, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Sultanate of Oman, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom. The group has a substantial development pipeline with upcoming projects in Australia, mainland China, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia and Saudi Arabia. For more information, please visit www.shangri-la.com.
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PRESS CONTACT: Marilyne Morin, Area Director of Communications – Indian Ocean, Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts Marilyne.morin@shangri-la.com