About
The Hotel Riu Sri Lanka in Ahungalla is the ideal place to enjoy an authentic holiday in Sri Lanka together with your family and friends and discover the incredible location with all-inclusive 24 hour a day service. From free Wi-Fi in the hotel's common areas, pools for the entire family, a kids' club and a diverse entertainment program, everything is thought out to deliver the best holiday experience you can imagine. Boasting 500 rooms that have all of the amenities you need to feel right at home, the resort has you covered on all aspects. The Resort invites you to experience the exotic Sri Lanka and make the most of it's incredible beaches, thousand-year-old temples, lush vegetation and so much more.
- Set along the golden shores of Ahungalla, enjoy immediate access to one of Sri Lanka’s most picturesque beaches
- Take your pick of three outdoor pools to lounge beside
- Within easy reach of Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery and Ariyapala Mask Museum
Overview
At a glance
Awards
2025
- Travelers Choice Best of the Best - AllInclusive
- Travelers Choice
2024
- Travelers Choice
2022
- Travelers Choice 2022
2021
- Travelers Choice Best of Best - All-Inclusive
- Travelers Choice 2021
2020
- Traveler's Choice - All-Inclusive
- Certificate of Excellence 2020
- Travelers Choice Best of Best - All-Inclusive
- Travelers Choice 2020
2019
- Traveler's Choice - Top Hotels
- Certificate of Excellence 2019
2018
- Certificate of Excellence 2018
Accommodation
5* Luxury continues into the 500 rooms and suites availale at Riu Sri Lanka, all including:
- Bathroom with shower and double washbasin
- Hairdryer
- Telephone
- WiFi
- Central air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Minibar (water, soft drinks)
- Satellite TV (flat screen)
- Electronic in-room safe
- Balcony or terrace
Junior Suite
- 1 King bed
- Optional sofa bed
- Resort view
Junior Suite Sea View
- 1 King bed
- Optional sofa bed
- Sea view
Superior Junior Suite
- 2 Queen beds
- Sitting Area
- Sofa bed
- Sea view
Family Suite
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 King and twin beds
- Sitting Area
- 2 Bathrooms
- Resort view
Suite
- 1 King bed
- Lounge with sofa
- Larger balcony or terrace
- Sea view
Senior Suite
- 1 King bed
- Lounge with sofa
- Larger balcony or terrace with whirlpool bath
- Sea view
Dining
Restaurants & Bars
With 5 restaurants and 4 bars adorning the glorious resort you will always have somewhere to fill up on a gastronomic delight or crafty cocktail.
Restaurants
The 5 restaurants encompass everything you could need when it comes to eating in paradise. From hot and cold buffet with live cooking stations, freshly cooked pizzas, delightful desserts and of course a la carte offerings from speciality restaurants, there really is something for everyone:
- Riti Panna: main restaurant
- Ceylon: main restaurant
- Kaori: Asian restaurant
- La Forchetta: Italian restaurant
- Saute: beach restaurant/ Barbecue
Bars
Check out the 4 bars dotted around the resort, all perfect for picking up your favourite tipple.
- Nuwara: Lobby bar
- The Purple Lounge: bar with terrace
- After Hours: bar
- Flamingos: poolside bar with swim-up bar
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Fitness centre
- Childrens programs
- Gift shop
- Laundry service
- Spa
- Child pool
- Outdoor pool
- Bar/Lounge
- Cable or satellite TV
- Night club
- Safe
- Babysitting/child services (£)
- Free parking
Leisure
Sports & Activities
- Gym
- Group fitness activities in the RiuFit area
- Whirlpool bath
Entertainment
- Daytime entertainment programme for adults (daily)
- Live music, shows or Riu evening programme (daily)
- Nightclub
Riuland
Let the kids create their own holiday memories in their own designated activity area perfect for kids aged 4-12 to have fun in the sun.
Renova Spa
The world class Renova Spa is the place to head to unwind in style and let the expert staff treat you to a luxury holiday experience.
- Beauty salon
- Hairdresser
- Steam bath
- Massages
Riu Resorts
Riu Hotels make 5-star holidays accessible to everyone, with over 100 hotels worldwide in beautiful destinations that include the Mexican-Caribbean and Cape Verde. Attentive service, excellent facilities and an extensive all-inclusive programme make Riu Resorts a great choice for holidaymakers looking to try a destination for the first time.









