‘Calamander Bay’, a chalet-type small luxury hotel, the newest in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka’s east coast, opens for business January 2015. Trincomalee has one of the world’s finest natural deepwater harbours and miles of unrivalled pristine beaches and tranquil blue sea that entice weary travellers to relax and re-energize. It is serendipity where memorable turns unforgettable.

Calamander Bay is located in picturesque Uppuveli, 6 km (3.72 miles) north of Trincomalee town, about six hours by road or rail, or mere 45 minutes by air from Colombo. It is an idyllic setting in a shady coconut and Palmyra grove facing the dreamily drifting river, Pillaikulam Aru, with the ocean and white sandy beaches a walking distance away. The colourful, abundant Araliya blooms shower their exotic fragrance on daytime air, while the Jasmine and Atteriya (Orange Jasmine) perfume the night air.

Calamander Bay has 30 spacious, air-conditioned deluxe guest rooms with gleaming teak floors, which are classically furnished with handcrafted mahogany furniture. Every room offers a panoramic view of the Pillaikulam Aru and the upper floors, the vast Indian Ocean beyond. Each has strategically located Jacuzzis, free Wi-Fi and mini-bar facilities, also IP telephones and room safes for peace of mind. A state-of-the-art electronic key card system assures maximum room security. The Executive Suite has an interconnecting room and a large balcony with a Jacuzzi overlooking the hotel’s emerald green swimming pool, which beckons tired travellers with its public Jacuzzi.

The hotel offers comfortably furnished, air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned dining areas, with dining options that include three food and beverage outlets with eight individual themes in ambience and cuisine. A cosy bar that comes to life as darkness falls includes a pool table, dartboard and a wide screen with sports and music channels. The pool-bar, with its thatched roof and a moat filled with flowering lotus and water lily plants and located between the river and the pool provides an opportunity for guests to relax and savour their favourite beverages while watching the setting sun.

The therapists at Calamander Life Style Spa will pamper guests with an unforgettable rejuvenating and total de-stressing experience. A contemporary business centre and classic boutique outlet are among the many facilities offered by ‘Calamander Bay’. While in this luxury setting, ‘Calamander Bay’ is sensitive to the needs of more adventurous guests, who wish to discover and experience the wonders of nature. So, the hotel is equipped with canoes, kayaks, wind surfers and other equipment to paddle toward the neighbouring fishing village and to the sea, or to go in the opposite direction heading toward the inland lagoon to explore the mysteries of the surrounding mangroves and observe the eco-system with its breeding grounds of shrimps and crabs.

‘Calamander Bay’, with its romantic and enchanting surroundings, is a perfect wedding and honeymoon destination. Its family focus beckons family outings and social gatherings, while its professional ambience and contemporary facilities provide the ideal setting for residential conferences, seminars, conventions, and corporate events. Built with a generous grant from the USAID with the aim of creating employment for local youth and financed by Bank of Ceylon Calamander Bay is preparing to pamper its guests way beyond what is expected from a small luxury boutique hotel. Calamander Bay is where memorable becomes unforgettable.

Source :http://www.ft.lk/2015/01/01/calamander-bay-trincomalees-newest-small-luxury-hotel/