Commonly known as the pearl of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is gifted with many miles of sun kissed beaches that enchant all visitors. The Southern coast of Sri Lanka consists of deep blue waters bordered with golden sand; these beaches are perfect for sunbathing, swimming, water sports and exploring the underwater beauty of coral reefs. The western and southern coast beaches begin from Negombo and spreads along a distance of about 273 km up to Hambantota. The golden coast line consists of many beautiful beaches, namely Mt. Lavinia, Wadduwa, Kalutara, Beruwala, Bentota, Induruwa, Kosgoda, Ahungalla, Hikkaduwa, Galle, Unawatuna, Koggala, Weligama, Dickwella, Tangalle and Hambantota. A wide choice of Sri Lanka beach hotels by the John Keells Hotel Group are to be found at scenic locales at the best of these destinations.
Bentota is one of the most popular beaches on the southern coast. Bentota Beach Hotel a premiere John Keells Hotel is ideally placed on the golden coast line of Bentota, in what is arguably the best location in the strip; bordered by the beach on one side and the Bentota river on the other.
Hikkaduwa is another popular destination for Sri Lanka beach holidays, and it is the best beach to explore the beauty of coral reefs in the Southern coast. It is a destination where the beach is a 24- hour party. Enjoy the liberties of island life by visiting, Coral Gardens Hikkaduwa, a popular John Keells beach Hotel
The Eastern coast of Sri Lanka quite different from the Sourthern coast offers endless white sandy beaches and a captivating tri coloured ocean in aquamarine and turquoise. Trincomalee is renowned to be one of the most beautiful natural harbours in the world. Whale and dolphin watching, surfing, diving and snorkelling are just a few attractions to partake in, on this coast. The best of the Eastern coast extends from Arugam Bay in the deep south and spreads till Kuchchaveli approximately 275 km up the coastline. Chaaya Blu Trincomalee a member of the John Keells Hotels Group will be opening in May 2010. This hotel based in Trincomalee is at a perfect location to explore the beauty of the eastern coastline. The 4 star designer retro chic Chaaya Blu is the only 4 star rated hotel on the entire Eastern coastal strip at present.
