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Koggala Beach Hotel is the longest hotel in Sri Lanka. This is because all the rooms face the ocean - a lovely view to wake up to. There aren't many hotels in the area, so it's quiet, clean and peaceful here, and the sea is safe to swim in.

The hotel caters to those making a long stay, and provides ample entertainment in addition to having facilities such as fitness and massage centers, tennis courts and in-house shops that can accommodate all your needs. The pool has a jacuzzi and a kids' area, and plenty of shade is provided all over the garden.

The rooms are fairly large and airy. Simply decorated in black and white, with a woodcarving above the bed, they also have little patios that open onto the sea. The little luxuries of hot and cold water, air conditioning, phones and piped music are available and the hotel also has 15 deluxe rooms, fitted with TVs (local & foreign channels), mini-bars and 24 bungalows with four family rooms. Koggala Beach also accommodates 125 in their conference hall, which is well equipped, and you can check your email while you stay here. The whole atmosphere of the place is very cheerful and relaxed, and the staff will look after you well.

Two restaurants offer à la carte service, buffets and set menus and the variety of food here ranges from Asian to Italian. Special meals for children and vegetarians are provided on request. There are also two well-stocked bars, and most of the nightly activities take place in the Lobby bar. Here you will see anything from magic and cultural shows to live bands and fire limbos. There is also a calypso band every night to serenade your dinners and a disco to take the party well on into the night.

There is plenty to keep you happy here. Try your hand at archery, volleyball, or take a catamaran ride down the famed Koggala River. You can hire a boat and go fishing, skiing, diving, snorkeling or just explore the surrounding area.