Tuesday, February 18, 2014

Top 5 / 5 Star hotels

  1.  Cinnamon Grand Hotel, Colombo
  2. Cinnamon lakeside Hotel, Colombo
  3. Earl's Regency Hotel, Kandy
  4. Galadari Hotel, Colombo
  5.  Heritance Ahungalla, Ahungalla


Cinnamon Grand Hotel, Colombo 

The Cinnamon Grand Hotel in Colombo welcomes you to a whole new world of luxury and elegance where you can relax and enjoy unexpected delights to your hearts content. The hotel is known as a haven amidst the hustle and bustle of Colombo while sheer luxury awaits you at every turn. From lavish guestrooms to signature restaurants, the hotel offers a range of facilities and services that helps you to combine business with pleasure.

Location
Approximately 35km away from the Bandaranaike International Airport in Katunayake, the Cinnamon Grand is a sanctuary in the midst of the busy city life of the commercial capital of Colombo. A city which is considered as the economical and entertainment hub in Sri Lanka, the hotel is just minutes away from many important venues from the harbour to the central bus and railway stations. Taxi services as well as public transport are available right throughout.

ACCOMMODATION
Famed for its luxurious setting and elegant atmosphere, the Cinnamon Grand Hotel offers a range of guestrooms to choose from. From the newly renovated courtyard rooms, the entire hotel consists of premium rooms, premium executive rooms, premium executive suites and also a Presidential suite. All rooms and suites consist of the following services and amenities. Air-conditioning with individual temperature controls, minibar, tea/coffee making facilities, bottled drinking water, flat screen television with satellite connections, high sped internet, voice mail, 24 hour room service and housekeeping service, hot/cold water, luxury bathroom amenities, hair dryer, bathrobes and bedroom slippers, writing desk, stationery folder, complimentary local newspaper, a pillow menu and a 10% discount from Angsana Spa. A few extras include a weighing scale, iron and ironing board, clock with alarm, shoe shine set and a nightly turndown with chocolates.

Facilities
From Eastern to Western or even fusion, the range of restaurants at the Cinnamon Grand offers you the opportunity to indulge in fine cuisine as well as enjoy the best wines and the finest teas that Sri Lanka has to offer. Feel like enjoying a dinner under the stars with your loved one or do you prefer a cosy breakfast in bed? Our meal venues include the Breeze bar, the Cafe, Cheers Pub, Cheers Kids Club, Chutneys, Coffee Stop, Echo, Nuga Gama, the London Grill, the Lagoon, Tea Lounge, Sequel, Tao and Taprobane.

The hotel has its very own a hospitality Lounge for you to relax and refresh if you have arrived before your check-in time. The Cinnamon Lounge which is on the 9th floor of the hotel is for the exclusive use of the executive floor guests. Facilities offered in the Cinnamon Lounge includes complementary breakfast, high tea, cocktails with canapes, late night snacks, separate boardrooms, separate business centre, smokers rooms, widescreen TV, selection of magazines, DVD's and 24 hour tea and coffee service. For total relaxation, solitude and also inspiration, the Angsana Spa offers a range of therapeutic and cosmetic treatments. The ground floor outdoor pool is one the largest pools in Colombo while you can enjoy a swim or simply laze around under the sun. The hotel also consists of a covered rooftop pool. Guests can also enjoy tennis, squash, snooker or pool or head to the gymnasium for a healthy work out. For banquets, conferences and special occasions Cinnamon Grand offers seven venues with all the required conference and wedding services. Other facilities include a business centre, a crew lounge, a kids playroom and wheelchair access.

Excursions
Immediately adjoining the hotel is the Crescat Shopping Centre, where you can enjoy shopping to your hearts content. Colombo is a bustling city with a myriad of landmarks, historical buildings, financial and entertainment venues. Places to visit in Colombo include the Galle Face Esplanade, the Lighthouse Clock Tower, the Colombo National Museum, the Presidential Secretariat, the Fort Railway Station, Victoria Park as well as the busy street markets of Pettah. With time in hand guests can venture down south along the coastal routes of the island and experience the wonderful beaches the country has to offer.

Spa


 Designed to be a sanctuary for the inner self as well as the physical being, our Angsana Spa retreat, run by Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts, Singapore, offers solitude, space, and inspiration. Invigorating treatments knead away stress, while soothing music and the fragrance of exotic oils help you rediscover essential
sensory pleasures. Refresh your body, mind and soul with a range of therapeutic and cosmetic treatments. Sense the moment.


 Restaurant
 From breakfast in bed to enjoying dinner under the stars, Cinnamon Grand Hotel's restaurants offer an assorted mix of fine cuisine.The Cafe offers health foods and fruity drinks. The Taprobane offers a la carte (24 hours) and also International Buffets for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Tao provides guests with fusion cuisine, balancing classical techniques of the West with the vibrant tastes of the East. Echo is an excellent venue for Italian food lovers. Chutneys where guests can indulge South Indian dishes from Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu, with separate vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. For the sea food lovers The Lagoon is a charming restaurant where you can choose your own selection of seafood, sauces and cooking method and style

Cinnamon lakeside Hotel, Colombo

At the Cinnamon Lakeside, it's all about indulging your every sense. Overlooking the Beira Lake this charming hotel is the very essence of elegance and luxury. Their attention to detail embodies the best of Sri Lankan hospitality with a touch of class, creativity.

Location
Cinnamon Lakeside is located 45 minutes away from the International airport and is in close proximity of to Colombo central bus stand and railway station

ACCOMMODATION
Whatever your indulgences the Cinnamon Lakeside provides you accommodation from Deluxe rooms to Premium, Suites and Royal suites fit for a king with all modern amenities. The Executive floor rooms offer the business traveler a 24 butler service, LCD television with satellite connection, complimentary breakfast, tea, coffee and cocktails.

Facilities
Restaurants

At the Lounge mix business with pleasure, or eat your favourite Thai food prepared by Thai chefs.
The 7O North restaurant and bar is a degree apart from the rest. It has a more stylishly casual dining experience with entertainment and live band to suit all ages.
The Long Feng Restaurant overlooking a terrace and poolside has the best Singaporean cuisine.
Enjoy a drink or a snack by the Pool Bar.
Lounge with a coffee or have a glass of champagne at the Lounge.
At the Dining room, you can savour a range of delectable continental and Asian specialties around the clock in buffet or A la Carte menu options. When you really want aphrodisiac to titillate your taste buds then head down to the cozy Sushi bar for a sushi, sashimi or a classic tempura dish. The famous nightclub in town, the Library is an exclusive club and lounge by day and a happening nightclub by night. Treat yourself to goodies, the ideal place for quick fixes, long luncheons or evenings with friends.
Spaces for MICE and receptions
Choose from the Kings court, Queens's court, Earls Court, Dukes Court, Boardrooms, Beira Terrace, spaces at the Cinnamon Lakeside for your next Conference, Wedding or reception with all modern facilities and special complimentary services.
Be sure to check out their special conference packages and food promotions as well from time to time.

Excursions
The Gangarama temple just near the Beira Lake in close proximity to Cinnamon Lake Side. The temple has been in existence for over 120 years having being established by one of the most famous scholar monks, Venerable Hikkaduwa Sri Sumanagala Nayaka Thera
Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya in Kelaniya, which contains the image of the reclining Buddha and paintings which depict important events in the life of the Buddha is a must see.
Other sights to look for include around the vicinity of Hotel Cinnamon Lakeside are the Colombo fort, National Museum, the National library and Archives and Old parliament.
A must visit is also the shopping malls and amusement parks in the area.
Stroll on the Galle face beach stretch when the sun sets, is both soothing and comforting.

Restaurant

 7° North is a one-of-a-kind restaurant and bar, offering both, a stylishly casual al fresco dining experience
by the cool green waters of the Beira Lakeand an air-conditioned, exclusive in-door bar. There is live
entertainment to suit all ages and moods. The restaurant boasts tapas-style food, an extensive Mediterranean a la carte menu, cocktails by the pitcher and wines by the glass

 Business Centre
 Located on the 6th floor, the Business Centre is designed to meet guests' secretarial, meeting and auxiliary needs. The centre includes email, photocopying, secretarial and telecommunication services, a courier service, equipment rental and office and meeting facilities.
An efficient and friendly staff will ensure that guests' requirements are quickly and courteously met.





 Earl's Regency Hotel, Kandy

One of the finest hotels in Kandy, the Earl's Regency offers guests the perfect setting for a memorable and luxurious holiday in the hills. All facilities and services are of the highest quality while the local touch never goes unnoticed. Guests can choose from a number of room categories, various dining venues while
also enjoy drinks and snacks all day long. Recreational facilities include a swimming pool and tennis courts while you can always pamper yourself at the in-house spa.

Location

Located in the cultural capital of Sri Lanka, Earl's Regency is well appointed and hidden amidst the central hills of Kandy. The distance from the Bandaranaike International Airport is about 120km while the drive takes about 3 hours. The same applies if you are driving from Colombo. The town centre and the train station are about 4km away from the hotel. There are luxury intercity trains and buses running to and from Kandy on a daily basis.

ACCOMMODATION
Earl's Regency consists of a total number of 104 rooms which are spread between the main building of the hotel, the South Wing and the Knuckles Wing. The hotel offers ideal accommodation options to choose from while categories include Deluxe Room, Premium Room, Junior Suite, Mini Suite and the Mountbatten Suite. All rooms consist of its own balcony with breathtaking views over the river and surrounding mountains.
Local material has been used, from wooden floors and furniture to custom made toiletries using herbs that are perfect for your well being. All rooms are equipped with comfort and various conveniences including a fan, air-conditioning, television with satellite and local channels, a fully stocked mini bar, tea/coffee making facilities, free bottled water, hair dryer, telephone and safe. Free cots for babies can be requested while extra beds are available at a cost. Interconnecting rooms are also available when required. Other services offered include 24 hour room service, laundry services and dry cleaning. Added facilities vary according to the type of room that you request.

Facilities
A number of dining facilities are available at the Earl's Regency in Kandy while all the restaurants at the hotel offers guests the combination of traditional vs. international fine dining for the most memorable gastronomic experience. The main restaurant the 'Far Pavillions' can accommodate up to 175 guests while offering them beautiful views of the surroundings. Guests can enjoy comprehensive buffets while there is a show kitchen allowing them to witness the action. Theme nights are introduced for dinner offering the best of many international cuisines.
For the perfect fine dining setting in the hills, the Earl's Regency Hotel boasts of the 'Royal Spice Indian Restaurant' with a rich and sophisticated interior. The 'Mountbatten Lounge' which is open 24 hours a day is the perfect venue to enjoy drinks and snacks. Guests can enjoy a range of dishes from pizzas, steak to the best cheesecakes. Free Wi-Fi and large TV screens are available for guests to relax and catch a game. Live music is provided on Saturday evenings. A number of bars are also located within the hotel where you can enjoy a range of international and local brands of spirits, beer and wine. The Spice Bar, Ministry of Music (Karaoke Bar) and the Dip 'n' Dive which is right next to the pool are the options available.
Earl's Regency boasts of a splendid swimming pool, a number of sports facilities and games that you can spend your free time in, a well equipped gymnasium, tennis courts, badminton and putting green. The hotel also consists of the 'Diviyan Spa' where you can experience soothing massages and facials. A popular venue for weddings and business conferences the hotel provides tailor made services to suit your needs. Other facilities include jewellery and gift shops, currency exchange facilities, postal services and taxis.

Excursions
There are a number of excursions that you can enjoy while in Kandy. If you are a true golf enthusiast, transport can be arranged to the Victoria Golf and Country Resort which is a short drive away from Earl's Regency. City tours can be organized to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, the War Heroes Cemetery and a number of temples within the region. You can also visit the Gem Museum, the Hanthane Tea Museum and also enjoy a walk along the Kandy Lake which is beautiful in the evenings.

 Galadari Hotel, Colombo

Galadari Hotel that overlooks the vast Indian Ocean provides guests with a range of rooms and suites along with a very comprehensive list of facilities to enjoy their stay in Sri Lanka. The hotel which is able to cater to the requirements of both business and family travelers is specially geared to handle the needs of Muslim clients. Step into a world of elegance and royalty at the Galadari Hotel where you are provided with excellent services and facilities.

 

Galadari Hotel Location

Galadari Hotel is situated in the heart of the Commercial Hub of Colombo offering a panoramic view of the magnificent Indian Ocean. Travelling options to and from the International Airport are plenty. The central train station and the bus station are also of proximity to the hotel. Banks, the world trade centre and main shopping areas are found within easy reach.

Galadari Hotel Accommodation

At Galadari Hotel, a total of 450 luxury rooms await you in elegant settings and delightful decor.

Presidential Floor - A floor fit for royalty. Presidential Suite - offering the ambience of a luxurious private residence, the suite is located on the 14th floor of the hotel offering views of the Indian Ocean. Modern amenities include a large sitting and dining room area, a conference room, an office room, a master bedroom with jacuzzi for two, walk in shower with rain shower head, plasma TV with DVD player, steam room, additional guest bedroom/bathroom.
The Diplomatic and Royal suites as well as the Presidential floor room have all being designed with comfort and elegance in mind. Standard facilities include express check-in, plasma TV with DVD player, breakfast at the Executive Club Lounge, daily newspaper, free pressing of one suit/dress per night and shoe shine service.
Executive Floor This floor is ideal for the business traveller with additional facilities to entertain colleagues on the same floor for that last moment meeting before a presentation or important event. A private Business Centre, Restaurant & Bar is available exclusively for guests of this floor, as well as magnificent views of the Indian Ocean and the Colombo harbour. Executive Presidential Suite, Executive suite and Executive floor rooms are offered with the addition of express check-in facilities, TV with DVD player, breakfast at the Executive Club Lounge, daily newspaper, free pressing of one suit/dress per night and a shoe shine service.
Superior Floors These deluxe guest rooms offer VIP amenities for guests. Spacious and elegantly furnished Superior Suites and Rooms offer a range of luxury facilities with the addition of tea/Coffee making facility, bathrobe & slippers, built in wall safe, mini bar, Internet Access and a daily news paper.

Galadari Hotel Facilities

For dining options the hotel offers a range of venues. The Coffee Shop which is open 24 hours provides buffet breakfast meals and lunches along with theme nights and a la carte menus. The California Grill Rooftop Restaurant offers the best seafood and steaks while guests can listen to some music. This restaurant is open daily for dinner with an a la carte menu. The Sheherezade Arabic Restaurant is also open for dinner - buffet and a la carte while the garden area can be used for private dining. Offering exotic cuisine from China is the Stix Chinese Restaurant where guests can enjoy lunch and dinner. The Nightingale's Karaoke Lounge, the Lobby Bar and the Margarita Blue Retro Pub are ideal venues to enjoy a drink. Guests can also enjoy pastries, cakes and various mouth-watering snacks at the Pastry shop and Garden Terrace.
For all your banquets and function requirements, the Galadari Hotel offers an assortment of varied banquet halls and meeting rooms with exceptional service tailor made just for you.
Recreational facilities at Galadari Hotel include a fully equipped gymnasium with a personal trainer, steam room, sauna, an open air swimming pool and a flood lit tennis court. Body care and massage therapies are also available for guests to relax and refresh themselves from their busy work schedules. A flower shop and a laundrette are also available for the convenience of the guests.

Galadari Hotel Excursions

Excursions can be made to beautiful locations in the island since Galadari Hotel is located in Colombo. Travelers can simple enjoy a walk along the Galle Face Green or head towards the south along the main road and encounter the beautiful stretch of beaches that our country has to offer. A trip towards the hill capital of Sri Lanka will take you to a totally different scenery in just a couple of hours with rivers, mountains and the historically famous Kandyan heritage.

 Heritance Ahungalla, Ahungalla

Ideal for a beach vacation with friends and family, Heritance Ahungalla is located along the South Western coast of Sri Lanka. With an infinity pool and the magnificent Indian Ocean just beyond the property, guests are in for a treat when holidaying by the beach. The hotel offers luxurious guestrooms with modern facilities and elegant settings along with a number of venues to savour award winning culinary masterpieces. Heritance Ahungalla also consists of a number of facilities from a spa to a gymnasium for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Location
Heritance Ahungalla is located in 15 acres of beachfront property in the south west coast of Sri Lanka in the town of Ahungalla. The hotel is located just south of Bentota while the distance from Colombo is approximately 76km. The Colombo – Katunayake new expressway offers travellers the convenience of reaching Colombo in less than 20 minutes while the drive from Colombo takes about 2 hours or less depending on your mode of transportation. The southern railway also runs via Ahungalla while buses and taxis are available right throughout.

ACCOMMODATION
A number of 152 guestrooms are available to choose from under a number of categories. Private balconies are available in all rooms so that guests can enjoy beautiful views of the southern coast and the Indian Ocean. Categories include deluxe rooms, premium rooms, luxury rooms, suites and luxury suites. Rooms and suites are very elegant while the monochrome colour schemes highlight stylish living conditions. One of the best features is the polished wood, stone floors and glass-panelled bathrooms with giant rain showers or Jacuzzis.
The rooms are also equipped with energy efficient air conditioning, television with satellite connection and local channels, a very comprehensive mini bar and a digital safe. The guestrooms at Heritance Ahungalla are also accessible for guests with disabilities while free Wi-Fi facilities are offered. Guests can also choose from smoking and non-smoking rooms. Free cots are available for babies while extra beds can be provided.

Facilities
The cuisine at Heritance Ahungalla is simply a heavenly affair with experienced chefs creating dishes with local ingredients and westernized presentations. "Jute Restaurant" is the main restaurant of the hotel while it has full length glass windows that overlook the lush gardens of the hotel. For special occasions, the "Upper Room" is a fine dining restaurant where you can experience a culinary journey from around the world. The "Mustard Coffee Shop" is the perfect venue to enjoy a wide range of a la carte menus at any time of the day. Heritance Ahungalla also offers a wide range of dining options which can be discussed with the restaurant manager.
The hotel also boasts of 4 bars and a night club offering guests a wide range of international and local brands of beer, wine and various spirits along with a number of signature cocktails. They include the "Bacchus Bar", "Pool Bar" "Apollo Bar", "Wall Bar" and the "Orpheus Bar" which is the night club.
The “Diviyan Spa” offers professional expertise, professional treatments as well as professional products. A complete range of services from massages, body treatments to facials and nail care, the spa also comprises of a steam room, sauna and an open air Jacuzzi. Heritance Ahungalla is also a fine location for weddings and corporate functions while there are professionals to help you organize successful events.
Other facilities include two superb swimming pools, beach access, a gymnasium, gem and handicraft shops, a library and a number of sports and games.

Excursions
Due to the excellent beachside location of Heritance Ahungalla, guests can explore the area without any hassle. The Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery is a famous tourist attraction where sea turtle conservation is carried out, while Madu River safaris are ideal for nature lovers enabling you to explore through an extensive mangrove eco system. Ambalangoda is a town that is famed for its arts, crafts, masks and antiques while you can also visit some moonstone mines. For the ultimate 'Bawa' experience you can visit 'Lunuganga' and the 'Brief Garden'. Further excursions include a visit to the Galle Fort and whale and dolphin watching tours in Mirissa.