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SERENE PAVILIONS Wadduwa

SET AMIDST A 7 ACRE coconut grove , beautifully landscaped lawns and water lily pools , Serene Pavilions offers a peaceful haven from the outside world and wonderful Indian Ocean views . Designed with adults in mind , guests are treated to attentive yet discreet butler service , enjoying the luxuries of their own Pavilion as well as the hotel ’ s restaurant , bar , swimming pool , tennis court and beautiful grounds . Stepping-stone pathways weave through the gardens to the twelve Sri Lankan and Balinese-style Pavilions , each with their own plunge pool and sundeck , four-poster bed and separate living / sitting room . High ceilings and an airy open-plan design offer a true sense of space and luxury , with rich , exotic furnishings and polished teak floors . The tropical grounds are home to a colourful assortment of butterflies and lotus flowers , and monitor lizards bathe under the sprinklers . Days at Serene Pavilions are spent relaxing on your private sundeck or by the central swimming pool with its unique Jacuzzi beds , taking a stroll along the golden sandy beach or enjoying a tailor-made treatment from therapists at the Serenity Spa . The hotel is conveniently located near some interesting day excursion possibilities , such as Colombo , or alternatively head along the south west coast to historic Galle . Each evening , the doors of the bar and restaurant open to a panoramic view of the sun setting over the Indian Ocean . Buy fresh fish and seafood from the local fisherman and let the chef teach you how to cook your own dinner , with an innovative Sri Lankan touch . Serene Pavilions allows guests to get away from it all in a natural and luxurious setting .

Sea view from a pavilion at Serene Pavilions

Swimming pool at Serene Pavilions

Dining at Pavilions Restaurant

Hotel facts

Location On the south-west coast of Sri Lanka , between the towns of Wadduwa and Panadura , 30m ( 45 minutes drive ) south of Colombo . Distance from airport 56km , about 1.5 to 2 hours drive away . Local interest Fishing communities along the coast , local life , Bolgoda lake , Gangatilaka Vihara Temple ( Kalutara ), Richmond Castle , Brief Garden ( nr Bentota ), Colombo for shopping and sightseeing . Activities nearby Golf at the Royal Colombo Golf Club ( 1 hour drive ). Watersports at Bentota ( 50 minutes drive ). Excursions further afield 72km to the historic city of Galle with its Dutch Fort ; 72km to Ratnapura , the city of gems famous for Sri Lankan cornflower blue sapphires ; 140km to the famous inland city of Kandy renowned for its Temple of The Tooth . Nearest shops and restaurants There are

SERENE PAVILIONS EXH950 Expressions Holidays includes scheduled flights with Sri Lankan London to Colombo return in economy , private car transfers , bed and a la carte breakfast based on two people sharing a double or twin room .

This hotel is usually included as part of a touring holiday . Prices are available on request .

shops in the towns of Panadura ( 4km ) and Kalutara ( 12kms ), in Wadduwa and on the main Galle Road . There are a few basic local restaurants nearby but it is advisable to go to the other hotels in the Wadduwa area if you want to eat out . Child policy Only guests aged 15 years old and above are welcome . Category Luxury - Indulgence . The hotel is not suitable for disabled guests .

Facilities at the hotel

The Pavilions Restaurant , Amritha Bar , Central swimming pool with 4 underwater Jacuzzi beds , Reading room with books , games and DVDs , Serenity Ayurveda Spa ( in-room treatments and a Spa Pavilion ), Clay tennis court , Air-conditioned gym , WiFi access . Complimentary Fresh fruit basket on arrival , Private butler service , Unlimited still drinking water , Use of the gym and tennis court ( rackets and balls ), Weekly sunset cocktails , Unsecured WiFi access .

Accommodation

Number of rooms 12 Pavilions . All with Private pool with timber deck , Balinesestyle Bale for shaded outdoor dining , Bathroom with Jacuzzi and separate shower , 24-hour personal butler , Butler ’ s pantry and kitchenette , Mini-bar , air-conditioning , Home entertainment system including TV , iPod , DVD , CD , Safe , WiFi access , Telephone . One bedroom Garden Pavilion . In its own walled garden near the swimming pool . The living and dining room opens out to the private garden and plunge pool area . The bedroom features a 4-poster bed and leads directly out to the tropical outdoor deck . The bathroom provides a Jacuzzi and shower . Two bedroom Garden Pavilion . In its own walled garden near the swimming pool , these Pavilions offer a layout similar to the one bedroom Garden Pavilions , with an additional second twin bedroom , with en suite shower room , opening onto the patio on the far side of the living room . Ocean Pavilion . With views of the Indian Ocean and the beachside garden . There is a private plunge pool with sun deck and shaded sitting area and outdoor shower and wc , and a walled garden with lily ponds . Inside is a dining / sitting room with home-entertainment system . The first floor houses a bedroom with four-poster bed , study , dressing room , bathroom with shower and Jacuzzi bath .

Exterior view of a pavilion at Serene Pavilions FOR EXPERT ADVICE AND TO MAKE A RESERVATION CALL OUR TRAVEL CONSULTANTS ON 01392 441224

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