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Shangri-La Hambantota

5.0 star property
Beachfront resort in Hambantota with golf course, spa

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Poolside bar
2 bars/lounges, 2 poolside bars
Property entrance
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Sports facility

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
    Electric vehicle charging point
  • Connecting rooms available
    Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Gym
    Gym
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Golf course
  • On the beach
  • 3 restaurants and 2 poolside bars
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised childcare
  • 24-hour health club
  • Sauna
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on-site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 2 Single Beds (Ocean)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 48 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Ocean)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 48 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed (Ocean)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 96 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Sittrakala Estate, Chithragala, Ambalantota, Hambantota, 82100

What's nearby

  • Shangri-La's Golf and Country Club - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Birds Park - 22 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Hambantota Beach - 23 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary - 27 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Goyambokka Beach - 44 min drive - 38.6 km

Getting around

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Ulpatha Clubhouse & Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bojunhala - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gimanhala Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪නෝනගම Village - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pela Restaurant - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Shangri-La Hambantota

At Shangri-La Hambantota, you can spend time at the beach enjoying beach umbrellas, volleyball and sunloungers. 3 outdoor pools provide a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps and Ayurvedic treatments. Bojun Hala, one of 3 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious resort include 2 poolside bars, a golf course and a free kid's club.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Hindi, Malay, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 274 units

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • Guests who book breakfast-inclusive rate plans will receive breakfast for guests age 12 and older.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 2 children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
  • No cots (infant beds)
  • Babysitting*
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Free children's club

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • Free on-site valet parking
  • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 poolside bars
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Free children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Water slide
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Free supervised childcare/activities
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Beach volleyball
  • Archery
  • Golf lessons
  • Mini golf
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Shopping
  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Safari nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bike hire
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Built in 2016
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • 24-hour health club
  • Golf course on-site
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/games room
  • Bike parking
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Water slide
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Dressing gowns and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

CHI, The Spa has 12 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Thai massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a hot tub.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Bojun Hala – Overlooking the pool, this buffet restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Sera – This restaurant specialises in Regional cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per adult: USD 200.00
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per child: USD 100.00 (from 6 to 11 years old)

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 20 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 100 per vehicle (one way)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
The listed child breakfast fee applies to guests age 11 and younger.

Also known as

Shangri Hambantota Resort
Shangri Hambantota
Shangri-La's Hambantota Golf Resort
Shangri-La's Golf Resort
Shangri-La's Hambantota Golf
Shangri-La's Golf
Shangri La Hambantota Resort Spa
Shangri La Hambantota Resort
Shangri La's Hambantota
Shangri-La Hambantota Resort
Shangri-La Hambantota Hambantota
Shangri-La Hambantota Resort Hambantota
Shangri La's Hambantota Golf Resort Spa

Frequently asked questions

Does Shangri-La Hambantota offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Shangri-La Hambantota does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Shangri-La Hambantota?
Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Shangri-La Hambantota?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Shangri-La Hambantota?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking. Electric car charging is available.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Shangri-La Hambantota?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 100 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Shangri-La Hambantota?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Shangri-La Hambantota and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as archery, volleyball and cycling, and practise your swing at the golf course. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes, volleyball and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools. Shangri-La Hambantota also has 2 poolside bars, 2 bars and a 24-hour health club, as well as a sauna, an arcade and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Shangri-La Hambantota?
Yes, there are 3 on-site restaurants, featuring al fresco dining, international cuisine and pool views.
Does Shangri-La Hambantota have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.
What's the area around Shangri-La Hambantota like?
Shangri-La Hambantota is located a short 1-minute walk from Shangri-La's Golf and Country Club.

Shangri-La Hambantota Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Only problem is transportation
Prasanga, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Ok for families but dated
The hotel is good, but seems as old as if you traveled in time. And the staff is really slow.
Iliana, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff. Great service. Amazing place to chill
Mohamad, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Back to the 90s
It seems that since it first open, no investment has gone into the hotel. Old facilities, very slow service with just a few good service guys trying their best. 70% of them go in circles. It can take an hour to get drinks and pizza. We played golf, tho the caddies try their best, the equipment for rental is incomplete and old. No shop… really poor vision of what this business could do.
Iliana, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Overall we loved all facilities in and around the hotel. Its absolutely amazing. We look for to stay in Shangrila Hambantota during our next vacation in Sri Lankan
Mafooza, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

We had to wait for an hour for our room to be ready even though we arrived on time and pre-booked months before. There was no compensation offered either for the inconvenience. The rooms are quite far from the elevators so there was a lot of walking involved just to get anywhere. Apart from that, the hotel was good.
Mariam, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Maduka, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Big and nice facility similar to 5-star hotels in Turkey. Food is quite nice. Area around the hotel is also big and nice. There is nowhere to go other than the hotel area and there is really nothing to do if the weather is not good - no leisure is organized for the hotel guests except for 12.00pm aerobics once a day. Prepare for a one-week waiting like to the spa, they only have 2 massage girls and 1 ayurveda specialist for a huge facility. Ocean is not good for swimming. Sunbathing beds/decks are few and occupied by some guests in the morning and abandoned till the come to enjoy the pool around noon time, so prepare to fight for those to get a space by the pool. Staff is friendly but many of them do not understand English very well or may be there is some other reason, but getting things done - should it be a cup of coffee or getting your laundry bag back to the room can take 5 times more times and efforts than you originally planned. Really this hotel is overestimated and except for a fancy facility and good food, it is the most boring place on Earth.
Mikhail, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Excellent service with good staff.
Christi, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff who looked after our 18 month old daughter well. Clean and well maintained hotel with links to all main attractions and special services such as helicopter rides.
William, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nesha, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Like many things from China, appearances can be deceiving. Rooms and the hotel grounds may look 5 star but there are so many things such as quality of service, food, drink and the calibre of staff is distinctly low grade that degrade this place to 2 stars. You are treated as a customer, not a guest. When you enter the hotel grounds you are interrogated and your vehicle is searched by security dogs at the top of the access road to the hotel. There is no valet parking and several more facilities have been removed 'due to covid'. After a 3.5-4 hour drive from the airport you will sweat like pig in the entrance hall as the fans are switched off while you wait for a long time to be checked in. There is no air conditioning in this area. When we enquired as to why there is a delay in check in we were ushered away from the queue without explanation by a rude staff member who struggled to speak english! At check in the staff tried charging me for my hotel stay even though I had paid for it on Expedia 1.5 months earlier and they refused my request to settle bills on checkout. They instead insisted I pay a unexpected surcharge of Rs.30000 (nearly £120) at check in to cover potential extras like room service. Which is utter rubbish. The staff have a poor understanding of English, messed up and delayed our order. The prices are extortionate. Before check out a letter was sent to my room explaining the hotel IT system is unreliable and that they would prefer if I settle any bills the nig
MELVYN, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Worst hotel in sri lanka
I’ve never did any review before, but this hotel made me do one. I booked for two nights for my honeymoon trip in shangri-la Hambantota because it looked amazing in the pictures. I sent them an email informing them that we want something special since we are honeymooners. First when we arrived, the lobby and rooms looked so old although the hotel is 3 years old. What we disliked the most is that everything is paid on the property(any activity) even we asked for golf car tour to see the hotel around since it is huge, they asked for money. The only “special” thing they did for us is throwing some flowers on our bed as “honeymoon decoration”. Their food is below average. The cherry on top was a lizard on the bed before sleep and we couldn’t sleep comfortably. At 8:00 am the cleaning person knocked on the door many times and entered while we were still asleep. I woke up at 8:30 called another hotel and checked out directly. They did nothing about it they were only waiting me to settle the 4$ remaining from the balance😂. Never visit this hotel it is the worst..
Mohamad, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome! Great food! Great people!
Danielle, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Lovely hotel but I had cash stolen from my room
I enjoyed my stay a lot in this hotel during the Covid-19 lockdown BUT I had $900 stolen from my purse during the stay. The hotel did carry out an investigation but hey couldn't find the culprit. I would recommend keeping your valuable extra safe when staying in this hotel. This is not what I expected in a 5* hotel but I was a lone female traveller staying in a very empty hotel (less than 10% occupancy) and didn't realise that I would possibly be more susceptible to these types of crimes. Overall the restaurants, rooms and pools are very nice. The downsides are that sea is not suitable for swimming in and the airport is about 4-5 hours drive away.
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Shangri-La Twilight
For a resort of the caliber of Shangri-La the service was more like a business hotel where you have to carry your language into the hotel and where the attendant left you after a lift without coming to the room to explain everything. The food was no where near the status of other hotels in the same category. The concierge was not very inclined to help.
Yoko, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff and service- very accommodating. Beautiful beach and pools.
4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was an amzing stay at Shangri-La Hambantota resort.
Manish, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

a great family stay, but very expensive
Travelled with my family, including parents and four year old daughter. Check-in service was excellent. I really appreciated their extra effort to find two rooms next to each other. My daughter loved the pool, water slides and separate kids buffet. The in resort prices are very, very high. I would only come again or recommend to family and friends if they are on a generously priced full-board package.
C N, 4-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

We had a lovely stay and enjoyed the free activities they offer during the day. We played golf and it was a nice course.
Ed, 3-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This by far is the best resort in Sri Lanka, we just spent 5 days with 2 small children and enjoyed every minute of it. From the food, to the activities, kids centre to the Spa everything was amazing. This our second time at the resort and once again Jeevon from check in staff was amazing and is now a member of our family. He helped us with everything and was always calling and checking on what we required. There really is not enough ways i can express our gratitude to every one there. They have an amazing property with so much todo that you could literally spent a week and never leave. Yalla national park is near and it is the best Safari we had ever been on. We are able to see all the animals in their natural environment. Don't miss out on a Golf cart tour of the property as you will be able to see many animals.
Al, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely fabulous!
Love, love, love the hotel. My room was gorgeous, spacious and a lovely balcony overlooking the pool and beach. I ordered room service lots, it was super. The breakfast buffet is fabulous too. The staff gave personalised service and were excellent. The hotel has thought of everything, even mosquito coils for the balcony. Spa Ceylon, a wonderful Sri Lankan brand, has jasmine and coconut fragrance just for this hotel. OMGosh. It’s gorgeous! Two people deserve mention. The F and B manager, whose name sadly I can’t recall. He made a point of speaking to me each day, he was so attentive. Sameera Weerathunga from housekeeping. I left my wedding and engagement rings in the safe, when I checked out. He worked so hard to get these to me, I was able to collect them at the Shangri-La booth at Colombo airport. What a superstar! I really hope I can return to this hotel in the future.
What a view from the room!
Peacock almost camouflaged by the hotel towels!
Hotel life guards, watching guests in the sea! They were such lovely lifeguards.
Hotel little gift for new year. What a nice surprise.
Frances, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Beautiful property, excellent golf course, great location. Staffs need a lot of basic trainings and most of all confidence in what they do and empowerment (perhaps senior leadership need be more hands on). No senior team members to be seen anywhere at the property during our stay apart from the Chef - Ashok. Incredibly talented gentleman. F&B service very poor (except the club house), massive room for improvement for food offerings as well. Loads of plastic debris at the beach.
3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful resort and facilities. Staff were also really friendly and helpful.
Elizabeth, 3-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

The property is very large and very well kept, we enjoyed our 2 day stay and could have stayed another 2 days. As it is very near to many attractions, such as Yalla National park, although you will see many of the animals on the property grounds. We recommend that you take the 30 minute golf cart ride around the property. The food was always fresh and very tasty and the staff all went out of their ways to help. A special thanks to Jeevan who checked us in and gave me his number to call anytime as he was off the next day. He messaged me on his off day to inquire if we needed anything that really made us feel special thanks again Jeevan.
AL, 2-night family trip
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