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The Sandhya

4.0 star property
Beachfront, with spa services

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Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Premier Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
View from property
Lobby sitting area
The Sandhya offers a quiet getaway near Kabalana Beach with continental breakfast and an outdoor pool. Enjoy free WiFi throughout and an arcade for entertainment. Guests love the calm atmosphere of this upscale property.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
Exterior

On the beach

This hotel is located on the beach.

Room
Beach/ocean view
What guests liked about the beach

The property offers private access to one of the best beaches in the South with gentle waves and amazing views.

Room options

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Premier Studio, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premier Studio, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 41 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premier Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Kabalana Beach, Baranige Watha, Walhengoda, Ahangama, Southern, 80650

What's nearby

  • Kabalana Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Midigama Beach - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Midigama Left Surf Break - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Unawatuna Beach - 14 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Mirissa Beach - 20 min drive - 11.9 miles

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 8 min drive
  • Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 132 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marshmellow Beach Cafe & Surf School - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ceylon Sliders - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Kip - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sisters Kabalana - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Monkey - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Sandhya

Upscale hotel near Kabalana Beach
Located close to Midigama Beach, The Sandhya provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, a sports massage, or Ayurvedic treatments. In addition to a garden and an arcade/game room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-in, and multilingual staff
  • A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at The Sandhya include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and bidets
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies or patios, daily housekeeping, and electrical adapters/chargers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This is a designated quarantine hotel. The property can only accept bookings from travelers who are required to quarantine (i.e. international travelers). You may be asked to provide evidence of this on arrival.
This is a certified Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 property. Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 is a health and safety certification issued by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 120 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Sandhya Hotel Ahangama
Sandhya Hotel
Sandhya Ahangama
The Sandhya Hotel
The Sandhya Ahangama
The Sandhya Hotel Ahangama

Frequently asked questions

Does The Sandhya have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Sandhya pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Sandhya?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sandhya?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Sandhya?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does The Sandhya provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 120 per person applies.

Where is The Sandhya located?

This Ahangama hotel is on the beach, steps from Kabalana Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Midigama Beach and Turtle Bay Beach. Dalawella Beach and Weligama Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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The Sandhya Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tap

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had 3 amazing nights and day. One of the best in ahangama
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Nice place on the beach with poor service

Sleek modern hotel. Great location right on the beach and delicious food. Service is very slow and staff could be friendlier and more attentive to guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved the hotel so much that we extended our stay from the originally booked 3 nights to 10 nights. The staff were beyond wonderful and we felt relaxed and "at home" in the environment. I had not experienced a boutique hotel yet in my travels and after staying at the Sandhya, a boutique hotel would be my first choice. The intimate, relaxed environment was a nice change from the typical large resort. The hotel's design, décor and attention to detail were exceptional, sort of a modern minimalist environment, yet with everything you need. And, you cant beat waking up with full ocean views right out your patio! Wonderful resort, would absolutely recommend and would definitely visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel I've stayed in period. The photos do not do the Sandhya justice. If you're looking for a quiet beach resort like experience with exceptional service, this is the place. Due to the lower number of rooms compared to other resorts on the coastline, it's much more quiet allowing you ample time to relax and recharge. The staff at the Sandhya have created a seamless relaxation experience for city goers like myself to tune out completely. With gentle waves basically at your doorstep and amazing food & drink menu, I couldn't recommend staying here enough. Definitely on my list to revisit in the future,
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at the Sandhya and it is definitely a place we want and long to come back to. The design is very Scandinavian and we like the colors, materials and vibe that brings along. The breakfast is good, the service is good, they make very nice dinner and cocktails too! The view of the ocean is breathtaking from all rooms. This is a place we're there is attention to ALL little details. Such as cushions on the sunbeds, fresh beach towels, your room is made twice a day, water in your room and all the staff we met were so nice. I love it!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Let's just say, I will definitely return. Clean, design like, minimal hotel. Private access to one of the best beaches in the South. Staff are friendly and the place feels homely. Easy access to local beach bars, restaurants, the train station, etc. Walk, tuk tuk, book a car via the hotel. If you are looking to relax on a quiet elegant property, solo or with partner, take it day by day, with amazing views, I recommend the Sandhya. Thank you. Frances (British)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Celia jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A wonderful stay

We loved our stay at The Sandhya. From the wonderful breakfasts, the perfect location on the beach and the cozy feeling of the lounge areas and rooms. Don’t miss out on surfing either.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Feliks

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francesco

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

IÑIGO

El hotel y el personal de 10. Una atención de todo el equipo increíble y la habitación genial.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennika

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Afik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Let's just say, I will definitely return. Clean, design like, minimal hotel. Private access to one of the best beaches in the South. Staff are friendly and the place feels homely. Easy access to local beach bars, restaurants, the train station, etc. Walk, tuk tuk, book a car via the hotel. If you are looking to relax on a quiet elegant property, solo or with partner, take it day by day, with amazing views, I recommend the Sandhya. Thank you. Frances (British)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Vi bodde här i två nätter, personalen är väldigt trevlig Mindre hotell med 9 rum Bra läge med gångavstånd till flera andra restauranger. Rum o lobby är lika fina som på bilderna. Ca 200 meter till närmsta busshållplats
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is very nice, rooms are big and clean, and breakfast is delicious. Very quiet perfect for couples. If you looking to surf Infront of the hotels and more dining options around you, this spot will not fit.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mamoun

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Spence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A truly unique stay

I came back to Sri Lanka for the first time since the pandemic looking for a place to relax and base myself. The photos of Sandhya looked amazing (note - somehow better in real life) so I booked 7 nights. I was not expecting the simplicity and luxury I found and, with the small number of rooms, equal parts private and communal. I describe this as a modern guesthouse, coupled with barefoot luxury overlooking a pristine surf beach in the Southern District. Dan and his team do a great job making everyone comfortable, well fed and hydrated! The menu is tight but considered, and enough to keep me interested for the duration of my stay. There are a couple of good local places within a few minutes walk if you so wish. By good fortune I met the owner as he passed through on a visit. I always enjoy meeting the person behind the property, and Alan was a pleasure. Will I be back? Absolutely. The sheer easiness of all this space offers makes it a no-brainer.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Therese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing architecture, design and location!

We stayed 3 nights at The amazing Sandhya, and we absolutely loved it! Great architecture and designer furnitures. The staff where very nice and service minded. The food was good and the atmosphere quite and very comfortable. We immediately felt like “home” here. Would absolutely recommend this hotel if you appreciate great architecture, design, and would love a good spot at the beach :)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Shahid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property was all good except the fact that the common areas didn’t have any fan or AC coverage and it was super hot to sit in any of those areas. There was no phones or any communication channel to call the helper staff from the room and you were expected to go around the property looking for a staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

DUONG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best place in Ahangama!

This is the best place in Ahangama! We had such a beautiful relaxing time. The room, the breakfast (until 12.oooh available!) staff and the direct beach access... everything was fantastic. There are several restaurants in waking distance. Home away from home.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

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