Karpaha Sands

Property class: 4.5

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Take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden at Karpaha Sands. With a beachfront location, surfing, and kayaking, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Sea view restaurant, features international cuisine. In addition to a playground and an arcade/game room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 530
AED 700 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

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  • Beach view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A pavilion with a white canopy, wooden pillars, and a central seating area with a table and chairs.

Kolaya Suite

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  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A resort with a covered outdoor seating area, palm trees, and a stone wall.

Seed Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Kiran, Karpaha Sands is on the beach. Saint Nicholas Church Chenkalady and Batticaloa Lagoon are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Kiran travel guide
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Kimbula Thona, Kiran, Eastern Province, 000000

What's nearby

  • A beach volleyball court with a net, sand, and a sunset sky.
    Pasikuda Beach
    21 min drive - 12.1 km
  • A temple with intricate carvings and statues, a flag on top, and a clear blue sky in the background.
    Tiruchendur Murugan Alayam Temple
    47 min drive - 38.0 km
  • Kalkudah Beach
    18 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Saint Nicholas Church Chenkalady
    24 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Batticaloa Lagoon
    27 min drive - 20.9 km

Restaurants

  • Uga Bay Resort Bar
    17 min drive
  • Baycelona
    16 min drive
  • Main Restaurant at Sunrise by Jetwing
    17 min drive
  • Machang Pasikuda
    16 min drive
  • Edo Machang
    15 min drive

About this property

Karpaha Sands

  • Luxury family-friendly hotel near Saint Nicholas Church Chenkalady
  • Consider a stay at Karpaha Sands and take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. With a beachfront location, surfing, and kayaking, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Sea view restaurant, features international cuisine. In addition to a playground and an arcade/game room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking and valet parking
    • English breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • Water sports equipment, massage treatment rooms, and tour/ticket assistance
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Karpaha Sands include comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Egyptian cotton sheets, free cribs/infant beds, and day beds
    • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and deep soaking tubs
    • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

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Frequently asked questions

Does Karpaha Sands have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Karpaha Sands?

As of 23 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karpaha Sands on 23 November 2026 start from AED 530, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Karpaha Sands pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Karpaha Sands?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Karpaha Sands?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Karpaha Sands provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 175 per vehicle applies.

Where is Karpaha Sands located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kiran hotel is 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from Saint Nicholas Church Chenkalady and 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from Batticaloa Lagoon.

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Reviews

Karpaha Sands Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 78 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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This was the most amazing place to stay. Staff were so friendly and location is heaven on earth.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great property... secluded from civilization... beautiful beach...nice swimming pool... friendly staff....well appointed cottage....lovely sea food. Ideal place for a cool get away !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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If you wanted to keep this place a little secret, you almost shouldn’t write a review – but that wouldn’t be fair. Reality actually exceeds the pictures. What makes the stay unforgettable is not only the beautiful accommodation and surroundings, but also the extremely well-organized service through the butler system and the incredibly knowledgeable and efficient restaurant staff. You truly feel seen and cared for as a guest. Behind it all, you can also sense an experienced and highly professional management team clearly working with the guests’ best interests in mind. A place that manages to combine relaxed luxury with genuine care. I would truly love to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nature and service, at its best!

An utterly unique experience. Amazing location and hotel. The staff are amazing and the management team are superb at making sure you feel special. We had the best week at Karpaha sands on this stunning beach amongst the most incredible nature. We will be back for sure and cant recommend the hotel enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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This was our second time staying there with our family and we LOVED every second of it. The staff is hands down the best. The beach is the best you will find in Sri Lanka for swimming. The food and atmosphere is unmatched. Highly recommend Karpaha to anyone. Will be going back when we are in Sri Lanka again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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An oasis on an incredible beach, no other resorts within miles, great food and beverage at reasonable prices given the standard of resort and service received. Staff are impeccable delivering a luxurious experience in a no fuss manner. A small point, the spa facility does not match the standard of the overall facility though the massage itself was very good. We count our blessings in having stayed here, there aren’t many unspoilt beach destinations like this anymore, the facility, staff and F&B top it off. We hope to return one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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A hidden gem in the unexplored east coast side of Sri Lanka. The property offers some of the best coastlines in Sri Lanka. The villas are very artfully crafted for a nominal price. The butler service has been absolutely fantastic and Ash has been always smiling and warm. The food is delicious and has a ton of vegetarian and vegan options. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Endless beach

Beautiful place off the beaten track. Nice and clean despite the sand trying to get in. Friendly and serviceminded staff treating all guests with humor and big smiles. Best coffee on the east coast - probably thanks to the italian GM!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a wonderful holiday at Karpaha Sands, lacking nothing. Absolute peace, plenty of privacy, great food, and beautiful accommodations. Our thanks go first and foremost to the stuff. Always friendly, helpful, attentive, and courteous. A great team. Many thanks to Nisanthan for his support throughout our entire holiday. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Karpaha Sands is easily one of the best resorts we’ve ever stayed at. The personalisation here is unlike anything we’ve experienced elsewhere — from our incredible butler Namal (attentive, intuitive, always there when needed) to the cell phones provided to reach him at any time, to an anniversary cake, to arranging dinner at our room the last night. Manager Omberto and the entire team were genuinely warm & friendly throughout our stay. The food is phenomenal! Were talking 5* quality across every meal. Hoppers at breakfast, fresh jams, a dreamy tea selection, ceviches and calamari chapati tacos to die for, and a seafood feast that was beyond anything. The starlight cinema with sparkling wine, sweets and popcorn was pure magic. Luxury glamping rooms are stunning — beautiful design, incredibly comfortable bed, indoor tub with salts, outdoor shower, gorgeous lighting and a speaker for music. Days were spent bouncing between pool daybeds, eating and beach loungers with lovely afternoon snack surprises. The massages were so good I had to have a second one. The masseurs were so sweet & gave lovely massages. Beach walks were wonderful morning abs evening and the entire strip felt very private and quiet. The number of stray dogs was quite heartbreaking competing for food, sadly a big problem in Sri Lanka. A mass neutering program would go a long way. A hidden gem with world-class food, exceptional service, and touches we’ll never forget. We will 1000% be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous stay in a little slice of paradise

What a delightful stay at Karpaha Sands on the East coast of Sri Lanka . The beautiful beachfront property, great staff and fabulous food all made for a great experience. The staff here have smiles galore and are very helpful and obliging. The small touches like cookies and chocolate brought to your room in the evening, the complimentary fruit juices brought to your beach lounge, home made jams at breakfast , small taster pre dinner are lovely extras. A glitch on check in had us changing rooms and a bit disappointing start as we had rooms booked for a birthday celebration. An upgrade was offered but did not eventuate. The facilities are designed to really appreciate the sea views and breeze -pool is fabulous. Our favourite slingshot guy kept the pesky crows away. We had a lovely time with our family and friends from Australia. East coast of Sri Lanka is our favourite..Kalkudah did not disappoint. A little slice of paradise
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The service was exemplary The location perfect, the sea water clean and calm, The GM very involved. It all works! very rare!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely amazing experience
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a must stay in Sri Lanka. Staff, amenities, food, rooms are all incredible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Karpaha Sands is an exceptional hotel in an idyllic location, with stunning ocean views and truly paradise-like surroundings. The property is beautifully maintained and even more impressive than the photos. Every member of the staff went above and beyond to make our stay unforgettable, and the owner personally ensures that every detail is perfect. The housekeeping was impeccable, the food prepared by the chef was excellent, and we especially loved the outdoor cinema under the stars. A charming and unique place that offers a truly extraordinary experience. We couldn’t recommend it more highly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous property. World class. Personalized friendly service. Perfect for our large group Of 8 adults and 2 kids. 20/10 would highly recommend! The food is also amazing sea food tower was our favourite along with the house made sorbet!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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100% luxury.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel with amazing scenery
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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A safe and inviting glamping experience by the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The resort was excellent from the villas to the sraff. Hidden on the beach made it private and exclusive.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent in everything. In house dining is excellent with extremely courteous and friendly staff and very good, delicious choices. Manager was present everywhere and was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Comfort at great value

Very relaxing, but you must accept that you will be isolated and captive to dining at premises.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful resort! Best place I have discovered in Sri Lanka...golden sands and no crowds. After staying here, I would not consider going to the south of Sri Lanka. Truly a world class experience, very well decorated and the tent like accommodations are the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023