Thaproban Pavilion: Heaven by the Unawatuna waters
Listed as one of the seven most beautiful beaches in the world, the fishing village of Unawatuna is the magnificent beach frontage mysterious Rumassala Forest, the beautiful hill off renowned Galle harbour, which was known as ‘Buono Vista’ (magnificent view).
Unawatuna is an ideal holiday destination for both the budget minded as well as the more up market traveller. Rumassala hill offers what are arguably the best coastal views – ‘jungle beach’ from North and West, while tranquil Unawatuna from South side. Both the forests and the ocean around Rumassala along with world famous Unawatuna are rich in biodiversity. The entire Rumassala range including the forest, coral reefs and the beach are now protected as a sanctuary.
Sited by the rough waves with rocky outcrop of the ocean and by the rocky slope of Rumassala Hill, beautifully designed twin heaven- ‘Thaproban Pavilion Resort and Spa’ and ‘Thaproban Pavilion Wave’ offer spectacular views across the Galle harbour and Dutch fort.
Started in 2012, ‘Thaproban Pavilion Resort and Spa’ is the first Pavilion project initiated by Managing Director Preshan Dissanayake of Thambapanni Leisure Group. ‘Thaproban Pavilion Wave’ was completed in 2015 to bring the total room strength to 43.
With the blend of the Dutch and Roman traditional architecture, Thaproban Pavilion Resort and Spa offers elegantly furnished luxurious resort living in 16 duplex Suites and villas designed to take advantage of the magnificent back-drop of Unawatuna beach.
‘Each spacious bedrooms boasting of having two king size double beds on two levels and breathtaking and spectacular views of the Indian Ocean.
The duplex features comfortably furnished two rooms with en-suite bathrooms, televisions and other amenities’ said Shelton Weeramanthri, the General Manger of Pavilion and Wave.
All 27 double rooms of the Pavilion Wave embrace with luxury interior, exclusive materials, modern amenities, own home entertainment system and an unrestricted view over the beach and beyond.
Apart from the tea and coffee making facilities and the mini bar, private Mountain View, a 24 hours room service and butler services are available on request.
‘Thaproban Pavilion and Wave boast of having two large swimming pools and also offer many culinary facilities to enrich guests stay in Unawatuna. The rock carved private bathing area is a popular place on the beach.
‘Unawatuna is popular for budget or low cost travellers. But I think the time has come to market Unawatuna as an up-market destination. We have the capability of offering luxury living. There are few other high end properties have come up in Unawatuna. These resorts offer star class facilities’ explained MD Dissanayake.
Like everything else, cuisine plays a major role in the Hotel. Nothing beats a good Lankan rice and curry, they say. Boasting personalised room service, this resort also provides a restaurant that features all major cuisine.
‘From our traditional cuisine to a hot and authentic rice and curry along with a whole range of Sri Lankan dishes are the main attractions.
Western, Continental, Far Eastern, Italian, Mexican dishes and Chinese cuisine too can be prepared by experienced team of Chefs.
Excursions and tours is another attraction of ‘Taproban Pavilion Resort and Spa. Unawatuna, an attractive sandy bay popular for lounging and snorkeling, virtually deserted palm-fringed beaches of jungle beach, Dalawella, Talpe and Mirissa are also a very short distance away.
‘Whales and Dolphins watching in Mirissa is a half a day tour, which can be arranged on request’ said Weeramanthri.
Apart from Galle Fort and other colonial places other attractions, the close to Unawatuna include Kottawa Rainforest, spice and cinnamon plantations and Tea plantation at Hinduangoda that produces the world’s most expensive white tea. The Martin Wickramasinghe Museum and turtle hatchery at Kosgoda, Madol Duwa, stilt fishermen at Ahangama, Blow hole in Tangalle and Rumassala are also interesting places to visit.
For more details call 091 4944181, 0766880500 or log onto www.thambapannileisure.com Pix by Neil Siriweera
