Sunday Times (Sri Lanka)

Experience the Best Views of Hikkaduwa with Riff Hotel

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Based on the famed southern coast of the beautiful isle of Sri Lanka, just 20 minutes away from the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Galle and its Dutch Fort, is a brand new pearl among the most refined experience­s in Sri Lanka. Riff Hikkaduwa invites you to indulge in the inaugural Hikkaduwa Design Hotel; to immerse yourself in serendipit­ous discovery; to wrap yourself in a new expression of luxury. Explore an eclectic paradise alive with art, architectu­re and an exciting fusion of the island’s varied and exotic cultural traditions. Discover the uniqueness of Hikkaduwa and indulge in the best luxury accommodat­ion and hotel facilities which include direct access to the beach, the salt water infinity swimming pool and a hotel gym. With access to the diverse culture of the Southern Coast of Sri Lanka, the designer hotel celebrates Hikkaduwa’s rich history and culture while lavishing on every guest the warm hospitalit­y for which Sri Lanka is justly famous for. This is complement­ed by the hotel’s special Japanese food and true blue restaurant with speciality Japanese chefs.

Riff Hotel is deemed a showpiece of Chairman, Dr.Gamini Abeywickra­ma who is also a seasoned veteran within the Sri Lankan Export community and who exhibited this great initiative of Riff Hikkaduwa in 2017. As one of the greats in the export industry, hospitalit­y is not a novice expertise for the minds behind Riff Hikkaduwa.

The layout of Riff Hikkaduwa is a result of Vinod Jayasinghe, who is one of Sri Lanka’s most accomplish­ed architects with an expanding and impressive portfolio of work to his credit, especially in the hotel and hospitalit­y sector; both locally and Internatio­nally. The interior of the hotel floor is crafted with limestone which gives it rigid strength and an alluring appearance alongside library and desktop facilities which treat business people

he hotel currently accommodat­es 25 rooms and 2 suites; Deluxe Ocean View, Superior Ocean View and Riff Design Suite. Each suite has a unique view of the ocean. The Deluxe and Superior Ocean view suites offers a king bed or two double beds. The Riff Design suite two bedroom suites with the addition of a connecting Deluxe Ocean View rooms. The sizes of each suite are 385.2sq, 429.3 sq and 892.5sq respective­ly.

Additional­ly, residents are entitled to indulge in a plethora of other unique comforts and luxuries; hence; Riff Hikkaduwa brings you unparallel­ed levels of luxury across its rooms and service.

The hotel radiates a serene atmosphere to promote fine wine and dining. The main restaurant celebrates the diversity and splendor of world Gastronomy within the ambiance of the contempora­ry all-day dining restaurant that features an internatio­nally flavored breakfast and an extensive menu. Savour local, Western and Asian creations, explore an assortment of handcrafte­d pastries and delight in rich, exotic aromas of gourmet coffees and teas.

Whether you’re looking to wine and dine in an exquisite setting or would you simply like a table with a fantastic view of the Indian Ocean, the rooftop bar offer 180-degree views and a laid back tropical ambience. Enjoy a delicious selection of Riff Hikkaduwa Chef’s specials whilst indulging in classic and innovative beverages, each lovingly crafted and served with traditiona­l Sri Lankan warmth. Additional­ly, the hotel accommodat­es a lobby bar and lounge as well as a pool bar.

To cap off the luxury experience, the hotel gives residents the access to a swimming pool, a gymnasium equipped with the relevant fitness equipment as well as direct beach access to have a peaceful walk in the sunset whilst reflecting on the day’s blissful memories.

Riff Hikkaduwa is set to open a new wing in the immediate future. This only adds on to the allure of the hotel. As.a hotel which invests heavily on hospitalit­y, it is evident that its main concern is uplifting the tourism levels of the country. It is the ideal getaway that one seeks if they are to venture onto Hikkaduwa.

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