
Kalutara, 4 February 2022: With international travel to Sri Lanka once again possible, Avani Kalutara Resort (www.avanihotels.com/kalutara) is ready to welcome overseas travellers back with ‘Rediscover Avani’ — a new stay package offering savings of 40% on all rooms and suites, complimentary spa moments and savings on high-adrenaline thrills.
Originally designed in 1994 by Geoffrey Bawa, one of the most influential Asian architects of his generation, Avani Kalutara’s triton-like layout makes the most of the property’s location in a spectacular lagoon at the confluence of the Kalu River and the Indian Ocean. The resort’s fully-renovated suites, as well as brand-new pool suites with private plunge pools, are dressed in modernist white, accented with purple and cobalt blue.
Guests can grab a tropical concoction and settle in by the pool or witness the sunny bounce-back of Sri Lanka on a day trip to the historic city of Galle down the coast. Just a peaceful stroll away lies the Anantara Spa at the adjacent sister property, Anantara Kalutara Resort, offering soothing treatments and exotic elixirs. Recreational facilities include a 24-hour gym, Glider Adventure Tower for ziplining, climbing and abseiling, as well as water sports.
Travellers can get a taste of the coconut-rich Sri Lankan cuisine at Mangrove restaurant sourcing the freshest ingredients from local fishermen and farmers, as well as international delights. For cinnamon-flecked morning buns, artisanal sandwiches, strong coffee and world-famous Ceylon tea, all available for take-away, Pantry by Avani is the place to go.
- Accommodation with daily breakfast
- 30 minutes extra for every 60-minute spa treatment booked
- 15% off water sports, rifle shooting, archery and ziplining
Guests staying five nights or more will also benefit from a welcome bottle of bubbly, guided Bawa tour of Anantara Kalutara Resort and daily complimentary dinner for suite bookings.
Fully vaccinated travellers to Sri Lanka can stay at any type of accommodation with no on-arrival PCR test required, with ‘Flexible Bio Bubble’ and ‘Tourism Bio Bubble’ options available to everybody else. Children below 12 years are exempted from on-arrival and exit PCR / Rapid Antigen tests.
The ‘Rediscover Avani’ package requires a minimum stay of two nights and is valid for bookings made before 31 March 2022 for stays until 19 April 2022. For more information and reservations, please contact reservations at kalutara@avanihotels.com.
Avani Hotels is designed for the millennial-minded traveller whose priorities are style, value and comfort. Avani is an upbeat and contemporary hotel concept that delivers the perfect balance, with a focus on good sleep, designed social spaces, locally inspired sustenance and friendly service.
Avani welcomes guests to over 30 properties in Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Australia, New Zealand, Seychelles, Mozambique, Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia, Zambia, the United Arab Emirates and Portugal, with a rapidly growing pipeline across Asia, the Indian Ocean and the Middle East.
Avani is a member of the DISCOVERY loyalty programme and is part of the global hospitality group Minor Hotels (BKK: MINT).
To learn more about Avani Hotels, visit www.avanihotels.com. Follow Avani on Instagram, Facebook or YouTube and engage with #AvaniHotels.
- Natasha Rhymes
- Group Director PR & Communications, Minor Hotels
- nrhymes@minor.com
- tel:+971 (0) 4436 3482
- Dinusha Chandrathilake
- Marketing Manager – Minor Hotels Sri Lanka
- dchandrathilake@minor.com
About Minor Hotels
Minor Hotels is a global leader in the hospitality industry with over 560 hotels, resorts and branded residences across 58 countries. The group crafts innovative and insightful experiences through its eight hotel brands – Anantara, Avani, Elewana Collection, NH, NH Collection, nhow, Oaks and Tivoli – and a diverse portfolio of restaurants and bars, travel experiences and spa and wellness brands. With over four decades of expertise, Minor Hotels builds stronger brands, fosters lasting partnerships, and drives business success by always focusing on what matters most to our guests, team members and partners.
Minor Hotels is a proud member of the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) and recognises its guests through one unified loyalty programme, Minor DISCOVERY, part of GHA DISCOVERY.
Discover our world at minorhotels.com and connect with Minor Hotels on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
Contact details
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- Mark Thomson
- Group Director of PR and Communications
- mthomson@minor.com
- +66 (0)2 365 7678
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- Natasha Rhymes
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VP PR & Communications
Minor Hotels Europe & Americas, Anantara & Avani - nrhymes@minor.com
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