KK Beach
Contemporary coastal boutique; clean-lined and breezy rather than colonial. Think art-gallery-meets-beach-house, with warm, unhurried service and no pretension.
Book the free tuk-tuk to Kahanda Kanda for dinner at least once — the rice and curry there is excellent and the lake setting is a complete contrast
Why It Matters
Opened in 2016 by award-winning interior designer George Cooper, KK Beach is one of the south coast's most design-forward boutique properties. It sits on a 2km stretch of beach that has no other boutique hotels on it, giving it a rare sense of private-beach exclusivity. The complimentary tuk-tuk shuttle linking it to sister property Kahanda Kanda is a smart touch — guests can split a Sri Lanka stay between lakeside tea-estate and beachfront without losing continuity.
Ten rooms, one long stretch of golden sand, and a 20-metre pool separating you from the Indian Ocean. KK Beach is the coastal sibling of Kahanda Kanda — same owner (British designer George Cooper), same taste level, completely different setting. Where Kahanda Kanda sits quietly above a tea-edged lake, KK Beach plants itself directly on Habaraduwa's wide, relatively uncrowded beach, just 12km from Galle Fort. The interiors lean into a New England-meets-Sri-Lanka nautical palette: polished concrete floors, indigo-and-white fabrics, and bold contemporary art by local artists — all of which is for sale. It's compact by design, not by accident.
Where You'll Stay
4 room types available
Ocean Deluxe Double
The entry-level room at KK Beach, and still seriously comfortable. At 40 sqm it's not tight — full-height windows face the ocean, and a private terrace with café table and chairs means you can watch the Indian Ocean from your own outdoor perch. Indigo-and-white palette, polished concrete floors, original Sri Lankan art on the walls (for sale), walk-in rain shower, and quality linens throughout. Sleeps two adults.
King · 40 sqmOcean Penthouse
Upper-floor rooms with serious space and a large private balcony fitted with twin sunbeds and a café table. At 85 sqm, there's room to exhale. The king-size bed, the deep bathtub, the walk-in rain shower — this is the room you choose when the beach trip is also a honeymoon or a proper splurge. Views are panoramic. Sleeps up to three adults.
King · 85 sqmOcean Penthouse Suite
The biggest room in the hotel by some margin — 105 sqm with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that let you watch the sunrise from the king-size bed. A separate lobby with a banquette bed allows for a third adult. The generous balcony with sun loungers and café table is as big as a small hotel room on its own, as multiple guests have noted. The bathroom is expansive. This is the one for honeymooners or those simply wanting the best in the house.
King · 105 sqmOcean Suite
A step up in space and flexibility. At 50 sqm, the suite adds a separate sitting area with a banquette bed — making it a discreet option for a third adult or a teenager. The king-size bed faces the ocean through large windows, and the crisp white-and-navy palette keeps things looking sharp. The private balcony overlooks the Indian Ocean. Walk-in rain shower in the bathroom. Sleeps up to three.
King · 50 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Walk through a working cinnamon plantation with a local planter, followed by a cinnamon-themed lunch. Habaraduwa sits in the heart of cinnamon-growing country.
Bicycles are available at the hotel (free use included). Pedal through the quiet lanes and paddy fields around Habaraduwa, or cycle up to Kahanda Kanda for lunch.
Full-day big-game fishing excursions can be arranged from the hotel.
Diving sites around Unawatuna are accessible from the hotel.
Available from nearby beaches, including sheltered spots around Unawatuna and Dalawella lagoon where turtle sightings are common.
Kabalana beach (about 6km away) is a popular surf break. The hotel can arrange lessons or board hire.
The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Dutch fort is 12km away and easily reachable by tuk-tuk. The hotel can arrange a guided walkabout with a knowledgeable local host.
Scenic boat rides on Koggala Lake, about 15 minutes away. The lake has small islands with cinnamon plantations, Buddhist temples, and bird life overhead. A genuinely good half-day outing.
The team can arrange candlelit dinners on the beach or in a sectioned-off corner of the garden for anniversaries and special occasions.
Private yoga sessions can be arranged on the beachfront lawn or terrace. Ask the hotel to set this up in advance.
A turtle hatchery and conservation centre sits right next door to the hotel. The beach itself is a nesting site for marine turtles. Worth a quick visit for context on the conservation effort.
Catamaran excursions off the coast of Mirissa, roughly a short drive east. A well-run local industry with high cetacean sighting rates in season (November–April).
Kitchen team leads hands-on sessions in Sri Lankan cuisine — a good way to learn the mechanics behind coconut curries, sambols, and hoppers before you head home.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Complimentary bicycles available for guests to explore the surrounding area.
A simple cinnamon wood fence is all that separates the tropical garden from Habaraduwa beach — a wide, 2km golden sandy stretch that is largely free of other hotels.
All artwork in the hotel is commissioned from Sri Lankan artists and available to purchase. The hotel also has a boutique in Galle Fort selling design pieces and art inspired by the property.
Available daily 8am–9pm. Full restaurant menu can be ordered to your room.
The hotel takes private parties, beach weddings, and corporate events.
All 10 rooms are air-conditioned with strong units — multiple guest reviews single this out.
The centrepiece of the garden, flanked by neon orange parasols and sun loungers. Palm-fringed with Indian Ocean views. Adult-oriented (1.5m depth throughout — no shallow end). Open-plan and social at either end.
Complimentary shuttle runs between KK Beach and sister property Kahanda Kanda (about 15 minutes inland), allowing guests at either hotel to dine or spend the day at the other.
Habaraduwa train station is a five-minute drive from the hotel. Tell the hotel your arrival time and they will collect you free of charge.
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