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Villa Mohotti Walauwa, Bentota, Sri Lanka |
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| Set in lush coconut grove gardens bordering the beach, Villa Mohotti Walauwa dates back to 1880. Although it is indeed a hotel, the ranging layout, set amid the coconut trees, means that each of the 10 rooms is very private. The Dutch period manor house was originally used as part of a coconut estate. However, renowned Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa carried out extensive refurbishments, and has made it into one of the most desirable hotels on the south coast. It is only metres from Galle Road yet feels a lifetime away- luxurious yet homely.
Great attention is given to privacy and personal service. The staff can arrange just about anything you could desire: local sightseeing trips, scuba diving or riverboat trips to mention but a few activities. However, you will most likely end up relaxing in the garden, on the beach or on one of the shady verandas in this home away from home. |
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Villa Mohotti Walauwa Accommodation |
| The 14 large rooms are superbly designed. Simple, pared-down luxury is the overriding theme. Ours was floor to ceiling white, with only colonial planter’s furniture in between. High vaulted ceilings are wonderfully criss-crossed with exposed beams, which give the otherwise very safe and sturdy rooms an almost hut-like ambience.
Most of the superior rooms have balconies, as do all the suites which are larger and have better views. Family rooms with adjoining doors are also available.
The dining area is outside and lit by candles and lanterns in the evening. Breakfasts range from Sri Lankan to Western, as do lunches and dinners. The menus include mulligatawny soup, chowder, salads, noodles and lobster. You can eat in the open-air dining room or take your meals on the porch. |
Villa Mohotti Walauwa Facilities |
| HIGHS
* The enormous, tiled, terrace verandas
* The spacious rooms
* The open-air dining room
* Watching sunset through the coconut trees
* The in-room bells to call the staff, who are attentive to your every need
* The tropical beaches
LOWS
* The pool could be bigger and the train at the end of the garden is a little disconcerting at first, though you quickly get used to it and begin to enjoy waving to the passengers!
* No air-conditioning in the rooms
* Prolific mosquitoes, especially at dusk (bring long sleeves, trousers and repellent)
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