[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Dolphin Beach Kalpitiya Beachfront tropical paradise where guests enjoy poolside cocktails, international cuisine, and rejuvenating spa treatments by the sea ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15286400/15286301/ca942e3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Gazebo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15286400/15286301/14e4658c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15286400/15286301/9185dbf1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach, snorkeling, surfing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15286400/15286301/fda7da3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, beach views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15286400/15286301/4e753ed9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Dolphin Beach Kalpitiya offers a peaceful beachfront retreat with a poolside bar and an on-site restaurant serving international dishes. Enjoy spa treatments, yoga classes, and let the attentive staff arrange snorkeling excursions and boat tours. 4.0 ## Popular amenities - Spa - Bar - Gym - Pool - Room service - Breakfast available ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 8 - Oct. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=15286301&PinnedHotelID=15286301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=15286301&PinnedHotelID=15286301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 9 - Oct. 10](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=15286301&PinnedHotelID=15286301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=15286301&PinnedHotelID=15286301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=15286301&PinnedHotelID=15286301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=15286301&PinnedHotelID=15286301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=15286301&PinnedHotelID=15286301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=15286301&PinnedHotelID=15286301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Standard Tent](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15286400/15286301/ea0ad81b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Tent ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Sofa bed - twin Ceiling fan Day bed Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom - 650 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Family Tent](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15286400/15286301/1784b641.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Tent ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Sofa bed - single Ceiling fan Day bed Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom - 850 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 2 King Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEtalai-Hotels-Dolphin-Beach-Kalpitiya.h15286301.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEtalai-Hotels-Dolphin-Beach-Kalpitiya.h15286301.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Etalai, Dolphin Beach Kalpitiya is on the beach. Dutch Fort of Kalpitiya is another place to visit that comes recommended. Scuba diving, windsurfing, and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. [Visit our Etalai travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Etalai.dx6348256) [View more Safari tentalow in Etalai](https://www.expedia.ca/Etalai-Safari-Tentalow.d6348256-aaSafariTentalow.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C8.04150%2C79.71349&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jICmzZVZO-YZnVAthFvhRa41Y70=) Illanthadiya, Kalpitiya ### What's nearby - Ruwala Nature & Adventure Park - 8 min drive - 5.1 km - St. Anne's Shrine - 21 min drive - 11.6 km - Base Hospital Puttalam - 39 min drive - 28.9 km - Dutch Fort of Kalpitiya - 43 min drive - 29.7 km - Kalpitiya Beach - 45 min drive - 28.3 km ### Getting around - Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) - 176 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Adhly Fine Dine - ‬10 min walk - ‪Thasleem Hotel - ‬5 min drive - ‪Breeze Bar, Aarya Lagoon - ‬12 min drive - ‪Diana Restaurant & Baar - ‬16 min drive - ‪Blue Lagoon - ‬17 min drive ## About this property ### Dolphin Beach Kalpitiya Family-friendly tentalow At Dolphin Beach Kalpitiya, you can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. With a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and surfing, this tentalow is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage or Ayurvedic treatments. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Dolphin Beach Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include boat tours and snorkeling. In addition to a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - An outdoor pool and a children's pool - Free self parking - Breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Babysitting (surcharge), a gift shop, and newspapers in the lobby Room features All guestrooms at Dolphin Beach Kalpitiya boast comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like late night room service and free WiFi. More amenities include: - Childcare services and free infant beds - Sofa beds and day beds - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets - Separate sitting areas, electric kettles, and ceiling fans ## Similar properties ![Superior Chalet, Multiple Beds, Pool Access, Pool View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23320000/23317700/23317697/f45e7f76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blue Whale beach boutique Resort Kandakuliya - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Kids pool 8.4 Very good 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=23317697&PinnedHotelID=23317697&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109020000/109014200/109014112/w1024h582x0y0-8c40605e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alankuda Dolphin Village Hotel Norochcholai - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.0 Very good 1 review CA $26 CA $31 total includes taxes & fees Oct 10 - Oct 11 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=109014112&PinnedHotelID=109014112&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30210000/30200200/30200162/3ead93e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Yoho Lagoonside Holiday Bungalow Kalpitiya - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=30200162&PinnedHotelID=30200162&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15600000/15596300/15596227/91b1425a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Santé by The Serendipity Collection Kalpitiya - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi CA $174 CA $210 total includes taxes & fees Nov 1 - Nov 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=15596227&PinnedHotelID=15596227&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11040000/11031500/11031441/ea6c83a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aarya Lagoon Kalpitiya - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Kids pool 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=11031441&PinnedHotelID=11031441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily breakfast available for a fee: USD 11 for adults and USD 5.50 for children - A bar/lounge - A poolside bar - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - Dolphin Beach Restaurant - The Pool Bar ### Things to do - Boat tours - Children's pool - Free bicycle rentals - Gym - Outdoor pool - Playground - Pro golf shop - Snorkeling - Surfing/bodyboarding - Yoga classes ### Family friendly - Children's pool - In-room babysitting (surcharge) - In-room crib - In-room sofa bed - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Playground - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Gift shop/newsstand - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Newspapers in lobby - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - On the beach - Picnic area - Terrace ### Spa - Ayurvedic treatments - In-room massages ### More - 1 floor - Built in 2009 ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Day bed - Free crib - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Slippers - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - In-room dining only - Late-night room service ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Safe - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at noon ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Free cribs are available on request at the property ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Breakfast fee: approximately USD 11 for adults and USD 5.50 for children - Airport shuttle fee: USD 90 per vehicle (one way) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards ### We should mention Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining) ### Property is also known as Dolphin Beach Kalpitiya Safari/Tentalow Dolphin Safari/Tentalow Dolphin Kalpitiya SafariTenta Dolphin Kalpitiya Kalpitiya Dolphin Beach Kalpitiya Kalpitiya Dolphin Beach Kalpitiya Safari/Tentalow Dolphin Beach Kalpitiya Safari/Tentalow Kalpitiya ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Dolphin Beach Kalpitiya have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. ### Is Dolphin Beach Kalpitiya pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Dolphin Beach Kalpitiya? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Dolphin Beach Kalpitiya? > Check-in begins at noon. ### What time is check-out at Dolphin Beach Kalpitiya? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Does Dolphin Beach Kalpitiya provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 90 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Dolphin Beach Kalpitiya located? > Nestled on the beach, this Etalai tentalow is 15.4 mi (24.7 km) from Base Hospital Puttalam and 16.3 mi (26.2 km) from Dutch Fort of Kalpitiya. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Dolphin Beach Kalpitiya Reviews 4.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 4.0 Cleanliness ### 4.0 Staff & service ### 4.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 4/10 Poor #### Kiki, The Netherlands Sep 4, 2017 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### We expected way much more We were traveling in Sri Lanka for almost 4 weeks. We wanted a more expensive and more luxurious hotel for our last nights. That's why we choose Dolphin Beach. When we came, we didn't get any time to land. The manager was in a rush and it was not comfortable. We had an amazing room, a 'tentalow' but everything was a little bit wet. At the website was written we would get a fridge, a watercooker, coffee and a bathrobe. None of them was there. The food was cold, and the taste was not worth the price. We liked the staff at the restaurant tho, they were really kind and did the best they could. It was such a lovely and beautiful place but when you pay that much, you expect more than that we get. ##### Kiki Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Luxury Hotels in Mont-Tremblant](https://www.expedia.ca/Mont-Tremblant-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d55374-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Comfort Inn Trenton](https://www.expedia.ca/Belleville-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Trenton.h15844.Hotel-Information) > > [Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour](https://www.expedia.ca/Victoria-Hotels-Victoria-Marriott-Inner-Harbour.h1054406.Hotel-Information) > > [Overlander Mountain Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Jasper-East-Hotels-Overlander-Mountain-Lodge.h3605168.Hotel-Information) > > [Resorts Orlando](https://www.expedia.ca/Orlando-Resort-Hotels.d178294-aaResortHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotels in Eastport](https://www.expedia.ca/Eastport-Hotels.d3000451556.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hermitage Hotel Prague](https://www.expedia.ca/Prague-Hotels-Hermitage-Hotel-Prague.h2434356.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Vancouver Metrotown](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels-Hilton-Vancouver-Metrotown.h433661.Hotel-Information) > > [Blue Waters Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Johns-Hotels-Blue-Waters-Resort-Spa.h695516.Hotel-Information) > > [Topas Ecolodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Sa-Pa-Hotels-Topas-Ecolodge.h2922248.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Denver Downtown by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Denver-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Denver-Downtown.h2787.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Thompson](https://www.expedia.ca/Thompson-Hotels.d4087.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Beach Hotel in Portugal](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Portugal-Beach-Hotel.0-0-d147-tBeachHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) ### Flights > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Portland (PWM)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/pwm/montreal-to-portland) > > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/yyz/edmonton-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Portland (PDX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/pdx/toronto-to-portland) > > [Flair Airlines Abbotsford (YXX) to Calgary (YYC) flights](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flight-routes/flair-airlines-from-abbotsford-intl-to-calgary-intl/f8/yxx/yyc) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Nagoya (NGO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/ngo/montreal-to-nagoya) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/yvr/calgary-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Cassidy (YCD) to Masset (ZMT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ycd/zmt/nanaimo-to-masset) > > [Flights from Delhi (DEL) to Brisbane (BNE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/del/bne/delhi-to-brisbane) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Ocala (OCF)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/ocf/toronto-to-ocala) > > [Flights from Abbotsford (YXX) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxx/yyz/abbotsford-to-toronto) ### Packages > [Türkiye Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Turkiye.d183.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Mexico](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/117/Mexico) > > [all inclusive vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations) ### General > [Visit Saint-Simeon](https://www.expedia.ca/Saint-Simeon.dx6269323)