Experience authentic Ayurveda at the Lawrence Ayurveda Paradise, nestled in the picturesque nature of Sri Lanka. Surrounded by palm trees, tropical gardens, and the soothing proximity of the sea, the resort offers an ideal environment to relax and find your inner balance.
In Hikkaduwa on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka, approximately 16 km from Galle, lies the Lawrence Ayurveda Paradise, nestled in a stunning 10,000 sqm palm and flower garden. It is a tranquil, privately managed family hotel, situated on a small hill about 250 m from the beach. The beaches of Hikkaduwa are among the most popular in the country.
Adjacent to the Ayurveda Center and right by the pool, nestled within the lush garden, lies the open-air restaurant. Here, you can savour the freshly prepared Ayurveda buffet. All dishes are made predominantly from regional ingredients and are prepared according to dosha guidelines. Options include chicken or white fish, and upon request, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, low-salt, sugar-free, and lactose-free dishes are available. The tea room offers a hot and cold water dispenser and dosha-appropriate tea. In line with Ayurvedic dietary principles, no alcohol, coffee, or soft drinks are served.
Nestled within the expansive garden, the Ayurveda Center boasts 16 treatment rooms and a team comprising 2 Ayurvedic doctors and qualified therapists. It stands out as one of the few Ayurveda Centers in Sri Lanka with a certified Ayurveda pharmacy and production facility. The personalized Ayurvedic treatments include, for example, head, face, body, and foot massages with herbal oil, milk rice poultice massage (Navara Kizhi), Shirodhara oil forehead flow, Ayurvedic herbal and steam baths. Inhalations as well as Abhyanga massages and Panchakarma cleansing techniques are also performed. Hatha Yoga sessions are conducted daily under the guidance of a professional yoga instructor either in the yoga hall or atop the water tower with a sea view. Meditation is offered as needed, and acupuncture is available for a fee of approximately €17 (approx. UK £15 / USD $18). Guests are welcome to visit the hotel's own herbal kitchen or learn about the production of Ayurvedic herbal medicine during a lecture by the Ayurvedic doctors.
The hotel features an outdoor pool, complete with loungers and sunshades. The beach, with its fine sand and a nearby coral reef, is just a 5-minute walk away and offers year-round swimming opportunities. The area offers a variety of excursion options such as boat trips, snorkelling, walks through rice fields, visits to cinnamon and coconut plantations, as well as temple complexes.
All rooms are spacious and bright, offering a stunning view of the expansive tropical garden. The 20 rooms feature garden/pool views, are equipped with Ayurvedic care products, and include a veranda or balcony. A hairdryer is available upon request, and selected rooms have air conditioning. Single rooms are double rooms for single use.
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4.4 Outstanding
100% recommend the hotel to others
Brigitte K.
April 2024
solo | 70 to 79 years | 12 - 16 days
Andreas V.
January 2024
as a couple | 60 to 69 years | 17 - 23 days
1st Ayurveda experience, very good! The staff is incredibly friendly, but with too many guests (> 20) the family atmosphere is somewhat lost.
Christian Z.
March 2022
solo | 50 to 59 years | 12 - 16 days
My expectations were fully met:-).