Surya Lanka Ayurveda Beach Resort
A2, Talalla 60604 Sri Lanka
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As part of an intensive and extensive healing program, we spent almost 3 weeks at Surya Lanka for the second time in November 2021. The reception at Surya Lanka was extremely warm. The medical care and massages by therapists and doctors went perfectly and was characterized by great kindness and helpfulness. The entire staff is also extremely helpful and amiable. The hotel complex, which is located directly on the beach, the garden and the bungalows are very clean and well maintained. Immediately in front of our bungalow we observed the beautiful wildlife daily, which made our rest times very entertaining. The food tasted fantastic and was varied. We again felt very comfortable and will come again!
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Date of stay: November 2021
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Response from Derick Setunga, Other at Surya Lanka Ayurveda Beach Resort
Responded 16 Jun 2022
Dear Guest Thank you so much for your very positive feedback regarding your stay at Surya Lanka. We’re pleased and encouraged when our guests feel that it was time well spent and gain not only a cure/ holiday of two/ three weeks but also the knowledge to enable you to continue to enjoy the benefits of a healthy lifestyle in your future. Best Wishes, Derick Setunga Manager (Colombo Office)
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I stayed here for 8 days. I didn’t do the usual Aruyvedic treatment like most of the other guests, but experienced daily massages, yoga, doctor consultations and made good use of the swimming pool and incredible beach. I had a wonderful, very meaningful and memorable stay at Surya Lanka. The location alone is breathtaking. The staff are all very kind and go above and beyond to help guests in any way they can. There is an unbelievable level of attention to detail and thoughtfulness across everything at the place - from the presentation of the food to the maintenance of the whole resort. All the staff clearly work extremely hard and around the clock to help to provide guests with whatever they may want. I am so pleased and grateful to have stayed at Surya Lanka. I was able to…
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Date of stay: December 2021
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Response from Derick Setunga, Other at Surya Lanka Ayurveda Beach Resort
Responded 16 Jun 2022
Dear Guest So glad that you appreciated some of the things that we also value and are grateful for – the beautiful Talalla bay, the dedication and hard work of our staff, and their willingness to always give the best to our guests. We wish you all the best. Best Wishes, Derick Setunga Manager (Colombo Office)
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I have just returned from a month long stay at Surya Lanka Ayurveda Beach Resort and can highly recommend this hotel to anyone seeking an authentic Ayurveda experience. This is my third intensive panchakarma cure and by far the most professional in every aspect. The resident doctor, Dr. Pradeep and his team of therapists were very experienced and the treatments authentic and effective. The hotel itself is located on an unspoiled beach, away from the usual tourist sites, offering peace and tranquillity in beautiful, palm filled grounds and a deserted beachfront location. Really stunning. The Covid protocols in place were impressive, cleanliness could not be faulted, the meals delicious and varied and all the staff exceptionally friendly. I can highly recommend this establishment…
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Date of stay: June 2021
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Response from Derick Setunga, General Manager at Surya Lanka Ayurveda Beach Resort
Responded 18 Jul 2021
Dear Mrs Hendricks Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review of your stay at Surya Lanka. We were extremely delighted to read your lovely comments during these trying times - being one of the first guests to visit Surya Lanka since we reopened our doors makes it extra special. We will pass on your comments to the staff in all departments, who will no doubt be encouraged reading them. We look forward to welcoming you to Surya Lanka in the future. Best Wishes, Derick Setunga Manager (Colombo Office)
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Surya Lanka re-opened on the 1. of April and we were there from this day on. We were very impressed by the extensive preparations they had done to fullfil the criteria for Level 1 hotels (Covid hygiene). It was our fifth visit and we had the great fortune to be there with only 6 other guests. This allowed us to experience the treatments very intensively. The service and food were excellent as always. Overall, very few tourists were there, but we want to encourage people to come visit Surya Lanka and experience the atmosphere, treatments, food, and the amazing landscape. We want to thank the whole staff for their extreme dedication. They had to stay on the grounds of the resort during the whole time. Despite the locked up situation, it is possible to take long relaxing walks on…
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Date of stay: April 2021
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Response from Derick Setunga, General Manager at Surya Lanka Ayurveda Beach Resort
Responded 18 Jun 2021
Dear Guest We were very pleased and proud to welcome guests back to Surya Lanka after such a long break. You were the firsts guests to arrive, so it’s encouraging to learn that it was a very positive experience for you. Thank you for your complimentary comments and we hope that you and many more will visit this country and Surya Lanka in the coming months . Best Wishes Derick Setunga Manager (Colombo Office)
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I have visited Kerala and Sri Lanka many times over the last 09 years to receive Ayurveda Treatment - so far Surya Lanka has been the best overall. In my experience in general Ayurveda in Kerala is a bit more intensive compared to Sri Lanka, with more focus on Panchakarma treatments than massages. Surya Lanka is intensive! As the Doctor explained to me this is because the overall Ayurveda program was devised by one of the leading Ayurveda Doctors in India over 20 years ago, and they have maintained that same schedule to this day. After the consultation with the Doctor I received my personal treatment program. The next day at a different session the same Doctor also explained what oils would be used for my massages. The Ayurveda program follows the traditional Panchakarma process…
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Date of stay: October 2019
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Response from Derick Setunga, Other at Surya Lanka Ayurveda Beach Resort
Responded 16 Jun 2022
Dear Guest We’re very grateful that we had such valuable input from a leading Indian Panchakarma specialist. He did indeed lay the foundation upon which we have built our Panchakarma program, one which has helped so many guests to change their lifestyles and lead a more balanced, healthier life – you’re one of them. Thank you very much for your highly complimentary review and may you enjoy the benefits of Panchakarma for a long time to come. Best Wishes, Derick Setunga Manager (Colombo Office)
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I came for the first time to do a punchakarma 13 days retreat. I didn’t know what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised and I am Inlove with the place... 50 shades of curry... so much to choose from and super friendly n professional. This is not a luxury facility, yet, simple and clean. You hear the waves and relax automatically... a m a z I n g
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Date of stay: July 2019
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Response from Derick S, Manager at Surya Lanka Ayurveda Beach Resort
Responded 11 Oct 2019
Dear Guest We’re always happy when guests are pleasantly surprised about their cure, especially if its their first experience of Panchakarma. The main thing is to build upon the benefits which the cure delivers so wish you all the best in doing this. Best Wishes Derick Setunga Manager (Colombo Office)
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I could heighly recommend, if you want a very quiet Ayurveda treatment. Very frindly stuff and direct located at a wonderful beach (exept of the dogs). Its not a luxery resort, but clean, food is fine and i recommend the rooms in the new wing. Ayurveda medicine is natural, so no heavy metal as they told me.
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Date of stay: November 2018
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Response from Derick S, Manager at Surya Lanka Ayurveda Beach Resort
Responded 30 Nov 2018
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us. Regarding the ingredients in the medicine that we use - we source all our Ayurvedic herbs either from the Surya Lanka garden or gathered from the local area and then we make it ourselves. We source our oils from the oldest manufacturer of natural oils in Sri Lanka, who possess all the relevant certifications from the Ayurveda Department. We are extremely happy that you have had a pleasant experience at Surya Lanka, and we hope to welcome you again in the future. Best Regards Best Regards Manager (Colombo Office) Surya Lanka Ayurveda Beach Resort
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My husband and I stayed at Surya Lanka for 4 nights as part of our honeymoon. In summary, this place is in a fantastic location, has amazing food, lovely staff, a gorgeous beach and really high-quality service. Facilities are not luxurious because it's all part of providing a realistic Ayurvedic experience. We have nothing to add to Surya Lanka. If you are looking for a true detox and relaxing experience this is THE place to be! Thank you so much for helping us switching off :D
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Date of stay: April 2018
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Spent two weeks of ayurveda treatments at Surya Beach and enjoyed every minute of it. The hotel is offering good accommodations - not luxury, but good rooms and bathrooms. The food is just fantastic - too good if you want to loose weight! The treatments are well organized, although I am not sure of the quality of the doctors. This was my 5th ayurveda treatment, mainly for allergies, and I must say that other treatments have been more successful. The facilities are very well organized. Everything is very efficient but somehow the doctors do not come across as experts. The setting of the hotel is very nice, and the walks on the beach are fantastic! The only thing we did not like were that for instance the yoga instructor explained everything in German and that some of the…
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Date of stay: November 2017
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Response from Derick S, Manager at Surya Lanka Ayurveda Beach Resort
Responded 21 Dec 2017
Dear Guest, We thank you for taking the time to write a detailed review of Surya Lanka. Your comments regarding the accommodation, food, beach and the general efficiency of the Surya Lanka staff are highly appreciated - it is always nice to have the hard work of our staff at Surya Lanka acknowledged. We have taken your comments regarding the use of German/English into account and steps will be taken to rectify this - thank you for bringing this to our notice. We also do not encourage the use of Wifi as we would like guests to be free of distractions during their stay at Surya Lanka, however we will look into improving the Wifi connections already provided. Again, we thank you for taking the time to review Surya Lanka, and hope to welcome you again in the future. Best Regards Derick Setunga
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Surya Lanka is a rare little gem that overwhelms you with serenity as you walk in. From the warm, friendly staff to the lush, scenic gardens that allow you access to the untouched beach - it's a place you will never forget. The Ayurvedic treatments exceed expectation through professionalism and authenticity. There are many treatments to choose from personalised to your own needs. I received a full body and head massage with a steam treatment after and cannot advocate Ayurveda more. The vegetarian buffet is delicious with sincere staff looking after your every need. I highly recommend visiting this beautiful resort as I've now been there twice and can't wait to go back again!
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Date of stay: November 2016
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PRICE RANGE
$216 - $369 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
Sri LankaSouthern ProvinceTalalla
NUMBER OF ROOMS
38
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