With endless fine sand, a beautifully curved bay and safe to swim turquoise waters, you will unwind under an ocean of swaying palm trees, watching the calm horizon and falling under the spell of what is undoubtedly Sri Lanka’s most stunning beach

Reserved for a privileged few, we offer a light footprint and authentic luxury close to nature and local fishing communities. We are the only resort on Kalkudah Beach, with only 17 private luxury tented suites for discerning travellers

Named after the unique Palmyra trees that dot this lush former coconut plantation and vast untouched land, our spacious tented suites, with their intimate gardens, individual terraces and rubble stone outdoor showers, offer total luxury while having a low environmental impact

Unreachable for 30 years and Sri Lanka’s prime beach destination before the civil war, the East Coast is re-opening its doors, offering its natural and cultural treasures, including the country’s most wonderful beaches and its rich Tamil culture

Adding art to aesthetics, discover emerging Sri Lankan and foreign artists, with sculptures, paintings and photography scattered indoors and outdoors throughout our resort

Spend time exploring and discovering the many cultural and natural richnesses that the East Coast has to offer, with special activities both at the resort and nearby

Whether you’ve come to unwind or recharge, Karpaha Sands offers you countless options and individual spaces to relax or reinvigorate your way, including individual pavilions to enjoy our soothing massages and ayurvedic treatments

Fall in love with the orange, pink and purple hues at the crack of dawn as the sun slowly rises over the calm seas of the Gulf of Bengal every morning

Discover the delicate flavours of our unique Sri Lankan dishes and indulge in our Mediterranean cuisine. We use seafood directly sourced from local fishermen, the freshest ingredients and local produce to offer delicious dishes in our intimate restaurant, feet in the sand or in the privacy of your terrace

Contemplate local Tamil fishermen as they join hand to slowly haul in their nets for hours on the beach in a daily ritual that has not changed for centuries

Environment is at the very heart of our hotel and we strive to have the lightest environmental footprint and an unwavering commitment to sustainability

Just 1 hour from Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka’s most fascinating ancient capital, Karpaha Sands is your ideal beach stop between the cultural triangle and the central mountains or national parks, adding a Tamil twist to your journey