‘Maalu Maalu Resort & Spa’ the first boutique hotel in the East Coast is set to be opened in Pasikudah next month, making it the first ever hotel to be in operation in the area.
The boutique hotel initiated under the Post War Nagenahira Nawodaya campaign is in its final stages of completion and the ceremonial opening is scheduled for 20 May .
‘Maalu Maalu Resorts & Spa’’ located in Pasikuda Resort, which is being built currently will have 40 chalets overlooking the ocean in the East coast.
These elegant chalets have been designed in a traditional Sri Lankan style, blending in with the environment in the most natural and picturesque way.
Inspired by Sri Lankan authentic traditions and eco friendly architecture, ‘Maalu Maalu’ reinterprets the ethnic style of a Sri Lankan fishing village – Wadiya.
‘ Maalu Maalu Resorts & Spa’ is proud to be the 1st Eco and Family Friendly Boutique Resort exclusively designed according to the green building guidelines on energy and environment. ‘Maalu Maalu’ will have two restaurants to wine and dine- Karadiya: an open-air restaurant/coffee shop with a view of the ocean and Dheewarayo-Habala restaurant and Ruwala pool bar resembling traditional Sri Lankan fishing boats.
Recreation options include traditional ayurveda therapy, snorkeling, diving, wind surfing, deep-sea fishing and other water sports. Guest will also be able to enjoy canoeing trips to the lagoons and mangroves for bird watching, or enjoy a spectacular view of Passekudah bay from the infinity pool.
In addition, ‘Maalu Maalu’ also has a state-of–the- art conference room to provide an ideal venue for small or medium conferences and functions.
Chandra Wickramasinghe Chairman of Connaisance de Ceylan said, “ We are happy to contribute towards the government’s Nagenahira Nawodaya initiative which is aimed at bridging the gap between the East of Sri Lanka and the rest of the island.
‘Maalu Maalu’ strategically fits into the government’s ongoing development plan of the East. ‘The government is fully committed to rebuilding the East following the end of three decades of conflict and we believe that ‘Maalu Maalu’ will be able to assist in positioning the area as a prime global tourist destination’ Mr. Wickremasinghe added.
Guests to the hotel could also discover the culture of the eastern province by visiting to Kalkudah village or by visiting traditional Hindu temples and village markets. Or they can go on half-day tours to discover ancient civilization- Pollonnaruwa.
The Connaissance Group who owns ‘Maalu Maalu’ was determined to use resources from the area when building the boutique hotel. In fact the contractors were hired from the area in order to use the skills of those residing there. In addition this project will provide employment opportunities directly and indirectly.
Sanjaya Bandara Manager – Marketing Said “ Already more than 150 people have been involved in the project and the hotel will be able to provide jobs to the youth in the area within the permanent cadre”
In addition, Directors of Connaissance will be operating an NGO- reconstruire et vivre to provide educational and English language skills and will also open a computer centre in Kalkudah Village.
As a committed socially responsible company, Maalu Maalu Resort & Spa will also contribute 1$ from the occupied per day costto develop, educate and cultivate skills for the youth of the area. |
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