★★★★★·Puttalam·8.4
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The Horizon KiteSurfing Beach Resort in Kalpitiya boasts direct beachfront access and breathtaking sea views. Guests can unwind on the sun terrace or in the lush garden, surrounded by an open-air bath and outdoor swimming pool. Spacious rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities like free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. The family-friendly restaurant serves Chinese, British, and local cuisine in a variety of settings.
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How guests rate the property, aspect by aspect.
The resort is a gem on the lonely West Coast beaches. We especially want to mention Antony. He is the soul of the house, always the point of contact and tireless caretaker. Thanks for arranging the Safari Tour. Plenty of freshly prepared breakfast and tasty fish for dinner. A relaxed stay in a calm atmosphere, the beach and sea were as beautiful as expected. Thanks to the team. Nothing bothered us.
Fanny·A month ago
The location is directly on the beach, the pool is great, and the service from Chama and Anthony is incredible. The overall atmosphere is extremely comfortable. The open bathrooms were often dirty from animals – we had to share the toilet with raccoons.
Lisa·A month ago
The hotel feels very cozy, with two pools, plenty of loungers, and only about 10 m from our room to the beach; the staff made the biggest impression—Antony in particular went above and beyond. We booked two separate four‑person rooms, one sea‑view and one cheaper, but arrived to find the property empty and were upgraded for free to a second sea‑view room right next to the first. We dined half the days at the hotel and half elsewhere (mostly Nirukthie Beach Resort), and Antony would check in on us, offering any dinner we wanted—from lobster and crab to shrimp and curry, even sourcing missing items from the market and cooking them. As for kitesurfing, that was a main reason we chose this part of Sri Lanka; we visited in July, got wind on 15 of the 17 days, mostly blowing along the shore. Most kitesurfers launch from the spit, but I set off right from the hotel beach, which is narrow and makes a classic launch tricky; my wife would pull the kite into the water while I retrieved it from the ocean side. On one weekend noisy local groups showed up at the hotel; although staff usually ask them to quiet down by 23:00, a few stayed late and played music. We had to shout at them once, after which they moved farther down the beach and apologized the next morning.
Stanislav·2 months ago
It was our first experience with Sri Lanka and it couldn't have been better! The resort has everything needed for a relaxing holiday and maybe more: very attentive and kind staff, excellent facilities and incredible dishes. The pools are very clean and well maintained. Follow Anthony’s advice on the daily catch and you’ll never be disappointed at dinner. Check the photos to believe it. The boat trip to the lagoon in Wilpattu Park was fantastic. The Horizon experience is recommended! The cleanliness of some common areas could be improved.
Dario·2 months ago
We had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The property is generally well kept and offers a welcoming atmosphere. A definite highlight is the kitchen: the dishes were truly delicious and the restaurant area was always spotless, tidy, and well organized. The rooms aren’t newly built, yet they remain well maintained, comfortable, and functional. The only thing that left us a bit puzzled was the presence of several abandoned bottles and cans in the common areas—a detail that clashes with the otherwise good impression of the place and deserves more attention. Overall, a solid experience that I would recommend, especially for the quality of the food and the care of the main spaces. The beach was dirty, and the sea in July was practically unswimmable.
Alessio·3 months ago