Sri Lanka ∙ Colombo ∙ Passekudah

The Bay an Uga Experience *****
Tour operator category

CMB095
Fitness
Beach
Air conditioning
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Location

The boutique hotel is located on the east coast of Sri Lanka, directly on the beautiful, long, and wide sandy beach in the quiet bay of Passikudah.
The transfer time from Colombo International Airport is approx. 6-7 hours.
Transfer via domestic flight (approx. 45 minutes) followed by approx. 30 minutes by bus is optionally available at an extra charge.
White sandy beach with sun loungers and tropical hotel complex in the background.
A swimming pool overlooking a sandy beach and palm trees at a tranquil vacation spot.
Hammock between palm trees overlooking a tropical beach in sunlight.

Facilities

Bright restaurant with wooden tables and white chairs, set for guests.
Illuminated round lounge with vaulted ceilings in a hotel courtyard at night.
A lit beachside restaurant with palm trees and sand at dusk.
The exclusive Uga Bay welcomes its guests to a luxurious beach setting and features 48 spacious rooms and suites, which are harmoniously distributed among several two-story buildings in the expansive garden area – always facing the sea for a particularly relaxed holiday feeling.
In the heart of the complex is the elegant 24-hour reception with comfortable seating areas, which provides a stylish ambiance right upon arrival. For enjoyable moments, the lounge bar and the beach bar invite you to linger with their breathtaking views over the beach and the ocean. The main restaurant serves both traditional Sri Lankan specialties and high-quality international dishes.
A highlight is the impressive infinity pool with a separate children's pool, which is gently embedded in the well-maintained garden landscape and offers a magnificent panoramic view of the sea. Sun loungers and bath towels are available free of charge at the pool – perfect for relaxing hours under the sun.

Accommodation

Ocean Studio

The spacious rooms are elegantly and comfortably furnished and are located on the upper floors. They feature a large bathroom with a rain shower/WC, bathrobes, hairdryer, air conditioning, 42" LED TV, iPod docking station, DVD player, telephone, minibar (for a fee), safe, coffee/tea maker, and a balcony with sea view.

Bright hotel room with double bed, seating area, and balcony overlooking palm trees.
Balcony with chairs and table overlooking palm trees and beach under an orange sunshade.
Modern hotel bathroom with two sinks, large mirror, and sea view window.
Luxurious hotel room with four-poster bed overlooking tropical garden and sea view.
Bright hotel room with canopy bed, seating area, and view of tropical trees through large windows.

Beach Studio

With the same amenities as the Ocean Studios, these rooms are located on the ground floor and feature a terrace with a garden view.

Pool Suite

The luxurious suites feature 2 bedrooms with a private balcony, 2 bathrooms, a living room, as well as bathrobes, hairdryer, air conditioning, 42" LED TV, iPod docking station, DVD player, telephone, minibar (for a fee), safe, and coffee/tea maker. On the terrace with a sea view, there is a spacious pool where you can relax perfectly.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access present an increased safety risk for small children.
Therefore, for bookings of these room types, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children for safety reasons.

Modern hotel room with large bed, balcony, and view of tropical plants.
Bright hotel room overlooking pool, garden, palm trees, balcony with glass railing.
Modern hotel room with bed, rug, and balcony overlooking tropical greenery.

Super Saver Room

Same facilities as the Beach Studios, but with limited availability and a special price.

Meals

B&B/HB

Breakfast as a set menu or buffet (subject to occupancy). If half-board is booked, dinner is additionally included as a set menu or buffet (subject to occupancy).

All Inclusive

AI

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served in the form of buffets or as a set menu (subject to occupancy). Selected local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks included from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. at the currently open bar.

Sports included

Fitness center and bicycle rental.

Sports for a fee

Various water sports activities are offered for a fee by the hotel and local providers. These include jet skiing, canoeing, diving, snorkeling, deep-sea fishing, and kayaking.

Wellness

The hotel features a unique spa area located under the pool with windows that provide a beautiful view of the sea. Numerous treatments and massages available for a fee. Meditation in the spa upon request.

Entertainment

Evening entertainment several times a week. Karaoke, movie night, beach parties, or barbecue. Occasional live music.

Hotel service

Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the entire hotel complex.
Check-in time from approx. 3 p.m.
Check-out time until approx. 11 a.m.

Credit card

All major credit cards are accepted.

Hotel features

  • Bicycle rental
  • Fitness
  • Air conditioning
  • Hotel safe
  • Sandy beach
  • Direct beach location
  • Young Traveller
  • Extended hygiene concept

Sustainability

"Travel with a Future" provides guidance to make conscious choices. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operational practices and are actively investing in a more sustainable future. These standards cover social responsibility, environmental awareness, as well as cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on the topic of sustainability at Schauinsland-Reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel holds the following certification:
  • Travelife

Hotelhinweis

When booking a transfer via domestic flight, an overnight stay may be necessary depending on the arrival/departure time. Prices and availability upon request.
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In Sri Lanka, sinks or bathtubs/whirlpools may be integrated openly, without spatial separation, into the general living area of the hotel room.
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In Sri Lanka, most rooms are equipped with one or two queen/king-size beds. For an occupancy of 2 adults + 1 or 2 children, it is possible that only 1 or 2 large beds are available in total.

Zusatzhinweis

Uga Bay, Passikudah, Kalkudah, Sri Lanka.
Tel.:+94-655671000
E-Mail:reservations@ugaescapes.com
In the "High Class" 2026 catalog on page 302.

Beaches

The beaches are generally public natural beaches. Depending on currents and weather conditions, the sand on the beach may be washed away.

Seasonal information

Diving season:
· On the east coast from the beginning of May to the end of September
· On the south coast all year round
· South-west coast from the end of October to mid-April

Entry requirements

Please observe the entry requirements for Sri Lanka as well as the current local regulations. Important information can be found in the travel and safety advice of the German Federal Foreign Office.

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5 Suns *****

Country category

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Last updated: 09.06.2026 15:06