We returned a week ago and want to go back again. but everything is in order. flight Boryspil-Sharjah-Colombo will not say that it is easy. especially when children are on hand. The eldest is 7, and the youngest is 1.11. The road from the airport to the hotel took 4 hours. I did not like the guide, he did not give any information about the country.
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We returned a week ago and want to go back again. but everything is in order.
flight Boryspil-Sharjah-Colombo will not say that it is easy. especially when children are on hand. The eldest is 7, and the youngest is 1.11. The road from the airport to the hotel took 4 hours. I did not like the guide, he did not give any information about the country. it’s good that we asked in advance on the internet about the exchange of money (at the airport at the exit of the counter for the exchange of currency and the same exchange rate everywhere), and in general about the customs of people. Alcohol in duty free in Colombo is normal and normal prices.
Hotel Avani is good, we were greeted with freshly squeezed mango juice and taken to the room. If you do not like the number, then you can safely resent. Will replace.
We only had breakfast which was ok.
The most important thing is the strongest sunscreens. and smear CONSTANTLY!! ! and fumigators from mosquitoes.
Outside the hotel there is a Red Lobster bar. - 100 meters. it looks very modest, but the food is simply stunning !!! ! This is a family restaurant, in Russian speaks Sian, the son of the owner. all excursions and ordering food to the hotel through it. he gives his phone number and you can call him food. he will bring.
a portion of food at Red Lobster - 1.500 rupees. for a family dinner, all 4000 rupees (fish, shrimp, rice, vegetable salad, fruits (magno, pineapple, bananas), fresh juices and a bottle of rum).
Tuk-tuk (local mode of transport) from the hotel to the center 300-500 rupees.
Wi-Fi at the reception is good, but in the rooms in different ways.
food at the hotel is more expensive, cheaper and tastier to order in restaurants or local beachboys.
We took excursions from Xi'an. traveled to Galle and friends made a trip to Kandy. Very, very satisfied.
on the way back we appreciated the duty free in Sharjah - very decent and worthy.
Have a nice holiday everyone!! !
flight Boryspil-Sharjah-Colombo will not say that it is easy. especially when children are on hand. The eldest is 7, and the youngest is 1.11. The road from the airport to the hotel took 4 hours. I did not like the guide, he did not give any information about the country. it’s good that we asked in advance on the internet about the exchange of money (at the airport at the exit of the counter for the exchange of currency and the same exchange rate everywhere), and in general about the customs of people. Alcohol in duty free in Colombo is normal and normal prices.
Hotel Avani is good, we were greeted with freshly squeezed mango juice and taken to the room. If you do not like the number, then you can safely resent. Will replace.
We only had breakfast which was ok.
The most important thing is the strongest sunscreens. and smear CONSTANTLY!! ! and fumigators from mosquitoes.
Outside the hotel there is a Red Lobster bar. - 100 meters. it looks very modest, but the food is simply stunning !!! ! This is a family restaurant, in Russian speaks Sian, the son of the owner. all excursions and ordering food to the hotel through it. he gives his phone number and you can call him food. he will bring.
a portion of food at Red Lobster - 1.500 rupees. for a family dinner, all 4000 rupees (fish, shrimp, rice, vegetable salad, fruits (magno, pineapple, bananas), fresh juices and a bottle of rum).
Tuk-tuk (local mode of transport) from the hotel to the center 300-500 rupees.
Wi-Fi at the reception is good, but in the rooms in different ways.
food at the hotel is more expensive, cheaper and tastier to order in restaurants or local beachboys.
We took excursions from Xi'an. traveled to Galle and friends made a trip to Kandy. Very, very satisfied.
on the way back we appreciated the duty free in Sharjah - very decent and worthy.
Have a nice holiday everyone!! !
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Stayed at Avani for 10 nights. We were seated immediately upon arrival. Room on the 2nd floor overlooking the lagoon. We took only breakfast, as we were going to go on excursions often. Breakfast is plentiful and varied, juices are different every day. Every day, 2 bottles of good drinking water are placed in the rooms, on which tea was brewed, as tap water (river water) has a slight taste of chlorine, tea bags, coffee are added daily.
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Stayed at Avani for 10 nights. We were seated immediately upon arrival. Room on the 2nd floor overlooking the lagoon. We took only breakfast, as we were going to go on excursions often. Breakfast is plentiful and varied, juices are different every day. Every day, 2 bottles of good drinking water are placed in the rooms, on which tea was brewed, as tap water (river water) has a slight taste of chlorine, tea bags, coffee are added daily. Cleaning of the room, change of bed, towels every day, each time different flowers on the bed. The rooms are equipped in a modern way: high-quality plumbing, electrical equipment too - a lot of sockets, and in addition to type G and combined type G + C. In the room e. kettle TEFAL, mini-fridge, air conditioning, TV (the 1st Russian channel on which there is nothing to watch except talk shows, BBC, Al Jazeera... ), safe. WI-FI is free. The weather was good during the day +32.33, at night +22.23. One evening it was raining. The ocean is calm enough for swimming, especially before 11 am. In the first days, the hotel was mostly foreigners, then our compatriots from the CIS arrived and it became livelier in the hotel, especially on the beach. On one of the evenings, they caught a performance with dancing and fire swallowing, on the other, the elephant Monica was brought to the wedding and ride the hotel guests. From the first day on our balcony, palm squirrels (Lena) were frequent guests, they adore sunflower seeds. Several times we were at dinner in a restaurant at the hotel, no high cost, as some of our tourists write, did not notice. We were in the family restaurant "Red Lobster" next to the hotel, where we ordered seafood and talked with Shiyan, who knows Russian and you can order excursions, tuk-tuks, etc. from them. The hotel staff is very friendly, always smile and greet those passing by hotel guests. I liked the rest and travel in Sri Lanka, but 5 more days would not hurt
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The hotel is quiet, comfortable and very nice staff. always smiling.
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The hotel is quiet, comfortable and very nice staff. always smiling.
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We returned from the Avani Kalutara hotel a week ago. We have the warmest and unforgettable impressions from both the country and the hotel. We took a tour with excursions "Pearl of Sri Lanka". 3 days traveled around the country, the remaining 7 days on the coast. The excursions were difficult because of the heat and due to the fact that immediately after a long and tiring flight we were taken on excursions.
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We returned from the Avani Kalutara hotel a week ago. We have the warmest and unforgettable impressions from both the country and the hotel. We took a tour with excursions "Pearl of Sri Lanka". 3 days traveled around the country, the remaining 7 days on the coast. The excursions were difficult because of the heat and due to the fact that immediately after a long and tiring flight we were taken on excursions. We got to the hotel in Kandy only in the evening. The 2nd day was climbing Mount Sigiriya, it was hard because of the heat, but the impressions and what I saw were worth it! On the 3rd day we were taken directly to the hotel on the coast. I liked the hotel, but there was a nuance that spoiled the mood a little, but we did not focus on this. The fact is that we were settled not on the main territory, but a little to the side, where the dilapidated tsunami of 2004 buildings are located. 2 of them have been restored, and we were settled there. Rooms №№ 600 - 605. I do not advise you to take these rooms, because far from "civilization" (pool, restaurant, reception). But we were so tired after a long move that we had neither the strength nor the desire to move anywhere else. . In general, then they got used to it and did not feel any discomfort until the last day, when a tropical downpour began in the afternoon and it became simply impossible to get from our accommodation to the restaurant for dinner. But this problem was quickly solved with one call to the reception. I called our room number and immediately they sent a car for us, which took us to the main building. All the staff at the hotel are very pleasant and attentive. I strongly advise you to visit the SPA center, the pleasure is not cheap, but it's worth it. The hotel area is clean and well maintained. There are not many Russians, during our stay, mainly French and Polish speech cut the ear. The food is good, the cuisine is European. We took breakfast and dinner, although the hotel also has an All Inclusive system. It is mainly used by foreigners. But we had friends in the hotel management and sometimes treated us. Water was free and 2 bottles of water were provided in the room every day. We dined once outside the hotel at the Red Lobster restaurant. A very large portion for 2, "half a bucket" of rice, salads, fruits, boiled marine life. In general, a lot of things can still be told, but you have to go yourself and feel the hospitality and cordiality of this wonderful country.
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With impressions of another type in Sri Lanka, brought by coconut and campari, I am writing a review about my vacation in December 2011 at the KANI LANKA 4 * hotel (Kalutara, Sri Lanka). The hotel is just super, the food is excellent, everything is updated in the hotel, the pool is clean, the sunbeds are wooden, the territory is very clean, no one asks for a tip, I don’t know about theft, because the documents were kept in a safe in the room, they carried money with them (having read reviews about theft).
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With impressions of another type in Sri Lanka, brought by coconut and campari, I am writing a review about my vacation in December 2011 at the KANI LANKA 4 * hotel (Kalutara, Sri Lanka). The hotel is just super, the food is excellent, everything is updated in the hotel, the pool is clean, the sunbeds are wooden, the territory is very clean, no one asks for a tip, I don’t know about theft, because the documents were kept in a safe in the room, they carried money with them (having read reviews about theft). Of the contingent of vacationers, 90% are Germans and British, silence, only the sound of the ocean, the cries of chipmunks and crows. There is no animation as such, only volleyball in the pool and water polo, well, in the evening some kind of show for older Germans in the style of someone over 60.
Once a week they brought the elephant Monica, very cheerful, washed and musical, the ride costs 1000 rupees, photo 500 rupees. It was very interesting to feed her with crackers (pechivo Maria).
Separately, about what is outside the hotel: An excellent local guide on a tuk-tuk, his name is Sanbat (his phone number is 07.457-02-72), we highly recommend him, he understands English and a little Russian, he takes you where you say, and not to expensive shops, fruits helps to buy, at a price like for a local: pineapple + papayo + 10 shaggy coconuts = 600 rupees (rate 1 $ = 112 rupees), fruits are much cheaper than for tourists, we went with him to the waterfall 10 km. there and 10 back from the hotel - the price is 1000 rupees for the round trip, other tuk-tukers demanded 2000 rupees, we liked it so much at the waterfall that we went there 3 times, well, of course, we stopped for fruit along the way. Then we went with him to Bentottu to the Temple of the Big Buddha, a river safari, a turtle farm, a spice garden, as a result, for three of them, taking into account the transfer by Sanbat tuk-tuk, it cost 5.500 rupees ($ 50), it would cost 100 dollars from local guides bucks. Separately, about Sanbat - a very careful driver and a brand new tuk-tuk (red), he drove us everywhere and drove and showed everything. If the weather was cloudy, they called Sanbat by phone to the hotel and went for a ride. The nature is just amazing, the food is not very spicy, the atmosphere is friendly, and so on.
We only had breakfast included in the hotel, we dined at the Red Lobster restaurant (200 meters from the hotel), they write a lot about it on the internet, mostly Germans and British, it’s very tasty and not expensive, one dish for three was enough (I’m attaching a photo of the menu ), beer - 200 rupees, fresh - 200 rupees (beer glass), lunch for trochs is about 2500 rupees with drinks, and there is no extra charge + 10% type for service.
More separately about the local population, who hang on the fence of the hotel beach and try to sell something at three prices, they are not very intrusive, but the prices are three times more expensive than behind the hotel, for everything.
Once a week they brought the elephant Monica, very cheerful, washed and musical, the ride costs 1000 rupees, photo 500 rupees. It was very interesting to feed her with crackers (pechivo Maria).
Separately, about what is outside the hotel: An excellent local guide on a tuk-tuk, his name is Sanbat (his phone number is 07.457-02-72), we highly recommend him, he understands English and a little Russian, he takes you where you say, and not to expensive shops, fruits helps to buy, at a price like for a local: pineapple + papayo + 10 shaggy coconuts = 600 rupees (rate 1 $ = 112 rupees), fruits are much cheaper than for tourists, we went with him to the waterfall 10 km. there and 10 back from the hotel - the price is 1000 rupees for the round trip, other tuk-tukers demanded 2000 rupees, we liked it so much at the waterfall that we went there 3 times, well, of course, we stopped for fruit along the way. Then we went with him to Bentottu to the Temple of the Big Buddha, a river safari, a turtle farm, a spice garden, as a result, for three of them, taking into account the transfer by Sanbat tuk-tuk, it cost 5.500 rupees ($ 50), it would cost 100 dollars from local guides bucks. Separately, about Sanbat - a very careful driver and a brand new tuk-tuk (red), he drove us everywhere and drove and showed everything. If the weather was cloudy, they called Sanbat by phone to the hotel and went for a ride. The nature is just amazing, the food is not very spicy, the atmosphere is friendly, and so on.
We only had breakfast included in the hotel, we dined at the Red Lobster restaurant (200 meters from the hotel), they write a lot about it on the internet, mostly Germans and British, it’s very tasty and not expensive, one dish for three was enough (I’m attaching a photo of the menu ), beer - 200 rupees, fresh - 200 rupees (beer glass), lunch for trochs is about 2500 rupees with drinks, and there is no extra charge + 10% type for service.
More separately about the local population, who hang on the fence of the hotel beach and try to sell something at three prices, they are not very intrusive, but the prices are three times more expensive than behind the hotel, for everything.
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Staying at this hotel is just great. Suitable for those who want a relaxing holiday. The staff is very friendly and always ready to help. Do not expect a great variety in food, but this is easily fixable near the hotel there is a restaurant where for little money they will feed you very tasty and without prejudice to your health.
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Staying at this hotel is just great. Suitable for those who want a relaxing holiday. The staff is very friendly and always ready to help. Do not expect a great variety in food, but this is easily fixable near the hotel there is a restaurant where for little money they will feed you very tasty and without prejudice to your health. There are no problems with excursions either, you can freely ride a tuk-tuk for short distances, the driver will be your guide at the same time. I highly recommend one of them - his name is Sambat, his mobile phone: 0724570272. I wish you all a pleasant stay and more impressions that are guaranteed in this country you 200%
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clean, tidy, conscientious staff. A monitor lizard lives near room 401, but you need to be patient to see it. The hotel often holds wedding ceremonies with national dances, elephants, etc. I do not recommend eating at the hotel, it is not clear why it is so expensive in a cheap country and, frankly, there is no national flavor.
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clean, tidy, conscientious staff. A monitor lizard lives near room 401, but you need to be patient to see it. The hotel often holds wedding ceremonies with national dances, elephants, etc. I do not recommend eating at the hotel, it is not clear why it is so expensive in a cheap country and, frankly, there is no national flavor. In terms of food, I recommend the "restaurants" Red Lobster and Blue Lagoon. In the first one, they even understand a little Russian (the owner's son takes Russian lessons). Do not buy anything in the store on the way to Kalutara will set the price at least three times more expensive. The only trouble in the hotel for two weeks is mosquitoes. So have a nice holiday.
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25-01-2008-04-02-2008 . Very decent, clean, comfortable hotel, fully consistent with the declared parameters. Moreover - a safe in the room, a library with round-the-clock free Internet access, very friendly staff, an exceptionally clean pool. Pleasant music every evening, the opportunity to see the wedding ceremony, good cuisine.
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25-01-2008-04-02-2008 .
Very decent, clean, comfortable hotel, fully consistent with the declared parameters. Moreover - a safe in the room, a library with round-the-clock free Internet access, very friendly staff, an exceptionally clean pool. Pleasant music every evening, the opportunity to see the wedding ceremony, good cuisine. You should be careful when visiting Ayurvedic centers located in spice gardens - that's where the expanse for charlatans is - take care of your money! In general, a wonderful place for a relaxing holiday, though for those who want to see the beauty of the sea-fish. corals should go to Hikkaduwa and further to Galle.
Very decent, clean, comfortable hotel, fully consistent with the declared parameters. Moreover - a safe in the room, a library with round-the-clock free Internet access, very friendly staff, an exceptionally clean pool. Pleasant music every evening, the opportunity to see the wedding ceremony, good cuisine. You should be careful when visiting Ayurvedic centers located in spice gardens - that's where the expanse for charlatans is - take care of your money! In general, a wonderful place for a relaxing holiday, though for those who want to see the beauty of the sea-fish. corals should go to Hikkaduwa and further to Galle.
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