Kani Lanka Resort & Spa, Kalutara, Sri Lanka

Hotel Information

User Rating:
8.5 / 10
(17 User Reviews)

Hotel Description:

A superior medium class hotel set in a scenic location with fantastic views. Situated at Kalutara on the South West coast of Sri Lanka about 3 hrs drive from Colombo airport. Kalutara boasts the magnificent Kalu Ganga River creating a unique habitat with lush greenery which offers some wonderful opportunities for exploring the area.
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Kani Lanka Resort & Spa Reviews

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" The best day/holiday of my life "

We got married in Sri Lanka, at the Kani Lanka. It was perfect!!!!!
The hotel was amazing, the people were lovely.I honestly can't say one thing
bad about the place or the people.Infact i'm saving up to go back,best place on the planet!!!!!!!

Advice: amazing

Activities: The beach

Good for: Beach 

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  • User Rating:
    10 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Mar 2008
  • Board Basis:All Inclusive
  • Tour Operator:Booked Independently

" we both had a fabulous time at kani... "

we both had a fabulous time at kani lanka, we loved the variety of food especially the sri lankan dishes. The rooms were lovely and clean, they were cleaned daily. The pool is lovely, just what you need when it gets too hot. We booked half board and... read more

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  • User Rating:
    10 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Aug 2006
  • Board Basis:Half Board
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" We had the most fantastic time at... "

We had the most fantastic time at this hotel when we went in February for our wedding. There were 8 of us in our party and I can honestly say that each and every one of us had a great time.

The staff at the hotel looked after us so well... read more

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  • User Rating:
    10 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Feb 2008
  • Board Basis:All Inclusive
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" We have just come back from a... "

We have just come back from a wonderful holiday in Sri Lanka what a beautiful place. Overall the hotel was lovely although we did have some problems with our room and thought the Management was quite rude and indifferent.
The staff were wonderful... read more

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  • User Rating:
    7 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Feb 2008
  • Board Basis:Half Board
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" What a fantastic hotel the Kani Lanka... "

What a fantastic hotel the Kani Lanka is, more of a 9.5 really, the staff are genuinely warm and friendly, the service is excellent and if you accept that tipping for good service is the norm then you won't be disappointed. An average tip is about 100... read more

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  • User Rating:
    9 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Dec 2007
  • Board Basis:All Inclusive
  • Tour Operator:Kuoni

" It's well worth going half board if... "

It's well worth going half board if you don't drink a lot of alcohol as buffet lunch is only 4 pounds and bottled water is supplied free of charge in your room.

Excellent hotel, the rooms were smaller than expected as we had toured around... read more

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  • User Rating:
    7 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Dec 2007
  • Board Basis:Half Board
  • Tour Operator:Dreamticket.com

" I’m currently staying in the Kani... "

I’m currently staying in the Kani Lanka Resort and must admit the hotel is amazing.

I'm over here for the cricket, which is not going too well! The place is gorgeous! The only thing that lets you down is everyone wants a tip or is trying... read more

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  • User Rating:
    8 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Dec 2007
  • Board Basis:Half Board
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" Sri Lanka was a spur of the moment... "

Sri Lanka was a spur of the moment decision to us as we had no idea where we wanted to go, but we wanted it to be hot.

As soon as we arrived in the country the people were great. Our transfer to the hotel was an experience in itself. The... read more

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  • User Rating:
    9 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Oct 2007
  • Board Basis:Half Board
  • Tour Operator:Virgin

" We would HIGHLY recommend the Kani... "

We would HIGHLY recommend the Kani Lanka resort in Sri Lanka. It was a perfect setting in a fantastic holiday destination. The hotel lives up to its 5* status over and over. We were thrilled that we paid a little extra to upgrade our room to a... read more

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  • User Rating:
    9 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Oct 2006
  • Board Basis:All Inclusive
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" Best holiday ever, the hotel was... "

Best holiday ever, the hotel was excellent, the staff were very helpful always smiling despite the very long hours they worked and food was first class. Me and my husband went there with 12 other people for my friends wedding and we have all said we... read more

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  • User Rating:
    10 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Sep 2007
  • Board Basis:All Inclusive
  • Tour Operator:kuoni

" Having not been impressed by First... "

Having not been impressed by First Choice premium star service on the flight out and even worse on the way back, we had misgivings about our holiday before we arrived.

The hotel however was excellent the food very good and the staff... read more

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  • User Rating:
    9 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Aug 2007
  • Board Basis:Not Specified
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" The Hotel was excellent, very clean,... "

The Hotel was excellent, very clean, and well maintained. The Kani Lanka is situated in a beautiful spot, although perhaps one downside is that swimming in the sea is not recommended due to strong currents.

The staff where tremendous, from... read more

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  • User Rating:
    9 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Jul 2007
  • Board Basis:Half Board
  • Tour Operator:First Choice

" We decided on Sri Lanka as I had been... "

We decided on Sri Lanka as I had been on business before, but never seen the country as a tourist.

My office in Colombo recommended the Kani Lanka Resort & Spa, so I had no cause to worry about the resort and accommodation. read more

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  • User Rating:
    8 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Jan 2007
  • Board Basis:All Inclusive
  • Tour Operator:Booked Independently

" We stayed for 2 weeks and the hotel... "

We stayed for 2 weeks and the hotel was in excellent condition. The rooms were kept very clean and cleaned every day. The staff were very helpful and the waiters were excellent especially two waiters named Suranji and Sanji.

We also went to... read more

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  • User Rating:
    9 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Oct 2006
  • Board Basis:All Inclusive
  • Tour Operator:Kuoni

" Very nice location and a well... "

Very nice location and a well appointed hotel. However, the suite we booked absolutely stank and it took 4 days to get moved to another room. The problem was with water in the air-con and it was blowing mould into the room.

Service was... read more

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  • User Rating:
    5 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Jul 2006
  • Board Basis:All Inclusive
  • Tour Operator:KUONI
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