Sungreen Resort: Under the shadow of Ritigala
Habarana, centrally in the Cultural Triangle, is the home for a number of tourism related attractions and it is a destination itself. It is one of the most popular wildlife destinations in Sri Lanka.
The latest addition to its growing number of accommodation facilities is ‘Sungreen Resort and Spa’.
Located in Puwakpitiya, Habarana with convenient access to the UNESCO listed world heritage sites such as Polonnaruwa, Anuradhapura, Sigiriya, Dambulla and Kandy, ‘Sungreen Resort’ is the only star class resort in the area with view of ancient Ritigala Mountain.
Surrounded by a number of nature sanctuaries, home to thousands of colourful (migrating) birds and wild elephants, Sungreen Resort is just four months old and an ideal location for cultural and natural excursions as well as indulgence in the beauty of nature and serenity.
Tucked-away away in a beautiful ancient land of six acres off main Habarana- Maradankadawala Road, Sungreen Resort boasts of having 39 well appointed luxury rooms in three blocks including one Suite, five family rooms, fifteen Deluxe rooms and nineteen double rooms.
‘All rooms in the Resort are built around the beautiful pool and overlooking the Habarana jungle from the other side’ said Sanjeeva Indika Wijesinghe, the General Manager of the Resort.
Amidst six acres of lush greenery, Sungreen offers unparalleled luxury of space. Its unique architecture and layout draws inspiration from the remains of Ritigala – 12th century monastery and hideaway of kings enabling guests to relive a semblance of the past magnificence of ancient ruins seen today. It is a deal for a couple looking for romantic getaway amidst the misty Ritigala Mountains.
‘We are very popular with Sri Lankan clientele and have special offers for honeymooners’ Indika added.
Apart from all these facilities and jungle experiences, Sungreen Resort is known for its culinary amusement.
Our beautifully furnished, spacious restaurant can accommodate up-to 80 guests. We serve an array of exquisite western and eastern dishes to please your taste buds. ‘We offer our guests traditional Sri Lankan dishes authentically from the region. Traditional green food and organically produced vegetables and fruits are specialised at the Resort. It always goes with the name too’ explained GM Indika about their cuisine fare.
The resort is the only hotel in the Habarana area to have a well equipped karaoke bar.
‘This is actually the best location for all wildlife lovers and the top wildlife Sanctuaries are situated just half an hours drive away. Minneriya, Kaudulla, Huruluwewa Eco Park, Ritigal, Managala and Galkaduwana jungle are at very close proximity’ he added.
Elephant back riding is also an attraction here. Sigiriya, Dambulla Trincomalee, Polonnaruwa, Girithale, Kantale and Batticaloa are just few hours away from the Resort.
The Resort is owned and managed by Priyantha Athukorala, the Chairman of the Swiss Hotel Management Company.
The room rates for Sungreen Resort range from Rs 18,500/-(HBD) to 25,800/- (FBD)
For more details log onto www.sungreenhabarana.com
