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This easy-going, oceanside boutique hotel is located in Balapitiya on Sri Lanka’s south-west coast

Sleepy Balapitiya’s untouched beaches, which sits just north of Ambalangoda (famous for its arts and craft), can be accessed directly from the hotel. The stretch of beach in front of Kumu is superb for morning dips and long evening strolls.

Balapitiya is also home to the Madu River, renowned for its picturesque boat rides through lush mangrove forests, small islands, and local fishing villages.

Immerse yourself in a slower paced part of the island in a serene setting away from the crowds.

LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

Direct access to a secluded beach
Home to the island’s traditional arts
1-hour drive to Galle Fort
Under 2-hours’ drive from the airport

GETTING TO KUMU BEACH

Balapitiya is under a two-hour drive from the international airport and is best accessed by car.
The train from Colombo to Balapitiya is a scenic way of taking in the coast and takes little over 2 hours.

Kumu Beach has a good road connection with the rest of the island so getting to the hotel from other cities is fairly straightforward. From Colombo: 2 hours’ drive, Galle: 1-hour drive, Ella: 4 hours’ drive.

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STYLE & CHARACTER

The stylish interiors of Kumu Beach are the work of Annika Fernando, one of Sri Lanka's leading designers, and the result is a chic and calming celebration of Sri Lankan style and homegrown artists.

Handcrafted Batik cushions add bold splashes of colour, and the hotel is dotted with giant copper sculptures crafted by a local artisan.

WEATHER AND SEASONALITY
Balapitiya is all about spending sunny days by the beach, in the pool, or lazing on a sunbed with a good book under the shade of a coconut tree. The best season for this is between December and April, with the latter months being the hottest.

Rains kick in from May till end June and again from September to November. The rain brings a welcome cooling down of the south coast but still sees plenty of sunshine to enjoy a swim.
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