Ulasan Cape Weligama - Relais and Chateaux

Amazing stay! Villa was big and cozy, and the amenities were great! Though the pool was shared between two villas, it still had a lot of privacy.

除了貴，沒毛病。斯里蘭卡著名茶品牌Dilmah旗下的酒店產業，整座酒店在懸崖之上，所以沙灘相對是弱項，衹有兩處很小的沙灘，不過卻是沖浪聖地。房間密度很低，私密性絕佳。入住時會有歡迎飲料，可以點椰子或者果汁啤酒。套房面積非常大，尤其是洗手間，淋浴間還可以作為濕蒸房用。早餐是點餐式，選擇很多，不過都是西式，水果很好吃。客房服務很好，第二晚疊的毛巾大象有被可愛到。在酒店裡竟然還看到很多衹散步的孔雀，動物與人類和諧共處的畫面很有意思～

2023.9.30下午兩點來到cape weligama酒店，這個酒店在懸崖上，是斯里蘭卡三家羅蘭夏朵集團的酒店之一，在11月到4月從酒店有時候能看到鯨魚。位置不錯，有點類似於峇里島的寶格麗酒店，但是不如寶格麗這麼大，服務一般般。晚餐基本衹能從酒店吃，感覺不便宜，早餐很豐富。從酒店能看到蜥蜴和孔雀，最近新來了個博物學家，可以帶小朋友收集樹葉觀察各種動物，很有意思。不過這種酒店也就住一次體驗一下，後面也不會再住了。

設施：維持了一個五星酒店的尊嚴吧。但是畢竟老酒店了，指望設備多新多潮也不太現實。 環境：沒得説，泳池絕絕子。超級出片。酒店生態很贊，可以説是斯里蘭卡住過的酒店裡最美的了。 服務：非常貼心，響應及時。微笑服務，名不虛傳。 衞生：很乾凈很衞生。餐食也很不錯，種類豐富。

房間很大，用餐環境無敵，泳池面向印度洋.人少景美，食物服務都很好，很適合度假.

This was our first visit to Sri Lanka, which we were looking forward to as part of our winter tour including Maldives, Sri Lanka, Thailand and a return to the cold UK through Oman and Quatar. Our 25 yrs son spoke highly of his experience during his backpacker/surfer visits to Sri Lanka, but we were looking for a higher level of comfort. Cape Weligama is a member of the Relais and Chateaux hotel association. We have a friend amongst the management team at R&C whose advice I sought prior to our decision to book. I personally don’t enjoy Indian spices although my wife loves curry, hence the combination of western and local cooking at the resort was important. The resort scored perfectly well in that respect, overall, the food offering is very good. We had booked a King bedded Master Suite and were allocated one in the eastern beach side of the property at ground floor level overlooking the “family” swimming pool in the “Arthur C Clarke” building of 4 suites. The villa blocks are named after reputed writers, personalities, or navigators, coincidentally my wife’s maiden name is “Clarke”. We were a little disappointed with the view from our ground floor suite, the upper-level suites have more light, especially on the west side of the resort (closer to the adults-only halfmoon shape pool). During the first 24 hours there seemed an absence of senior management presence at the resort, but this significantly changed on our second day when having expressed our disappointment, the assistant Executive Director Mr da Silva met with us and expressed his objective was to ensure our full satisfaction. Since then we received an outstanding level of personal attention to our needs thought our stay. Two days prior to departure, we received a complimentary upgrade to one of the higher elevation villas – this was very appreciated and offered spectacular sunset and ocean views with an abundance of wildlife proximity. Should we return, this would be the sector of the property that we would prefer. The rooms are well constructed with good quality furnishings. Not quite the latest technology seen in more modern luxury hotels, but the internet connectivity was excellent, and everything works. The rooms resemble the earlier Aman properties we stayed in such as Amanpulo in Philippines. There is direct access to a small beach where the hotel has a rustic bar with limited drinks. We sensed that this area could be improved with more extensive cocktails and smartened up. As a guest you are assigned a “curator” or butler who’s role is as an individual concierge and point of contact with the hotel. Our curator “the Brilliant Brenden” was very attentive, and instantly responsive on WhatsApp, not only helping whist in the resort, but also being on hand and contactable during our off-property excursions. Another star performer in their team was Mr Senith, the restaurant manager. Each day we would discuss our bespoke menu, and which place and time we would like to eat. These intimate

Let me start by saying I had mixed feelings about staying here as I was originally booked for the sister property Ahu Bay. An unfortunate glitch in the system meant there was no room for me at Ahu Bay and as a customers service recovery was offered a room at Cape Welligama. Despite being 1.5 hours away from my last location, this place is it. It has been such a long time where a five star hotel acutally met my expectations and exceeded them- all without being pretentious! The Sri Lankan service was impeccable. Rooms- chefs kiss! Spacious, everything you need plus things you wouldn’t think you need. Steam shower was amazing. Facilities- brand new and fabulous. Pools amazing, as was service as the beach. Food/ drink- yes expensive by Sri Lankan standards but well worth it. Cocktails were some of the best I had, with very generous pours. Dinner was delicious! If I am ever back in Sri Lanka, I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here or any of their properties. 10/10- no notes.

Wonderful relaxing stay. We had a large room with a lovely terrace. The restaurant is very nice with sea views and a very good range of food and drink options, both Sri Lankan and International. The gardens are very beautiful as is the coast and the peacocks. The staff were all very friendly and the service is excellent. People with mobility issues need to be careful to get a room which can be directly accessed by a buggy. I think our room was quite a way from where a buggy could have picked us up had we needed it.

The reason the food was so good was because of the selection and the variety of dishes that one could choose from the presentation was excellent. The spice level was amazing if you wanted it to be which we haven’t found in any other restaurants, the staff was so friendly and would accommodate any special needs you have from gluten-free to oat milk options.

Cape Weligama had some fantastic views and good pools. The staff were polite and gave excellent service. The face price of items on the restaurant menu were just about acceptable for such a hotel. However the 31% added for tax and service charge seems unreasonable and we never found out how much of the 31% was imposed tax (which we had nowhere else) and service charge. Access to the beech and sea was not ideal

I spent two night at Cape Weligama and sadly I didn’t enjoy my stay there. I have to say the staff are lovely and very polite and helpful, but that’s the only real positive thing I can say. The room I had booked had a damp and musky smell and felt incredibly dated. It was right next to the main road and there was loud music pumping so I asked to move rooms which they did. They moved me to a lovely room with a pool and while it was very nice, again there was just a strange smell in it. While the resort is pretty, there doesn’t seem to be any ambience or atmosphere at all. They asked for my number on arrival so they can communicate by WhatsApp, they got my number wrong and when this was corrected, they still didn’t WhatsApp me. One night what I was waiting for a buggy, it didn’t show up and I was waiting for 15 minutes. WiFi at the resort isn’t great outside of your room. It doesn’t work at the main pool. The gym is good but again, just an odd smell there. The service for all meals was incredibly slow, expect to wait at least 25-40 minutes and the food just isn’t worth the price. It’s very expensive and the quality isn’t worth what you get. As I said, the staff are lovely, but when I come back to Sri Lanka I definitely won’t be staying here again. They also quoted me $265 for a taxi to the airport when I was leaving and you can literally get one on uber for under $80.

An absolutely faultless stay for all of us. The rooms, pools and general facilities are brilliant. We had the best breakfasts and dinners here, a must to fully appreciate. The half moon pool is amazing, each room has its own pool. Had a great time

Our final stop in Sri Lanka after experiencing 2 of the other Resplendent Ceylon properties ( Tea Trails and Wild Cost Tented Safari) Sprawling grounds with clusters of villas featuring their own private swimming pools. Highlights included The Cliff Edge moon pool - stunning location and views. The staff at the Cocoon Bar were super friendly and always looking out to offer us a cool drink Restaurant - the staff were flawless. The Executive Chef came out the first night to say hello and to discuss any requirements and subsequently arranged the most delicious Sri Lankan meal. Each meal was delicious and beautifully presented. The Spa and Ali - I visited three times during my stay for various treatments including the 90 minute Ceylonese massage which was heaven. Ali was brilliant. The spa could do with a steam room and sauna to complete the overall experience. The Front of House staff - for the warm welcome and personal farewell, assisting with our transfers and also day trip requirements. Plus a special gesture ( and much appreciated one) offering us a late check out to prepare for a late flight out of Colombo The thoughtful gardener - he saw how delighted I was to have a peacock on our balcony. The very next day he brought me a peacock feather which was such nice gesture.

It was our first stay at Cape Weligama for seven nights. The Villas are equipped beautifully and just recently renovated. Everything is well maintained. The Housekeeping-Duo Sampath and Dinush takes care of the facility with love and passion. Everything is of the highest level. We were particularly impressed by the great people who spoiled us every day. We love the chats with Stephanie! The Assistance of Brendan and Restaurant Service of Praneeth are wonderful. The daily chats with chef Ishara was so caring, the food was presented tailor-made, so tastefully and lovingly. We will never forget the Chefs Table and the Sri Lankan Curry Omelett. Each Villa has a pool, surrounded by birds, peacooks and green scenery. Overwhelming! Special thanks to Mega for the yoga classes We will be back! Thank you for this warm hospitality. AMAZING!!