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Karpaha Sands

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Beach/ocean view
Palam Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Seed Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Karpaha Sands offers a tranquil retreat with spa massages, a poolside bar, and a Sea view restaurant serving international cuisine. Rooms showcase garden views. Enjoy water sports, barbecue grills, and free self-parking for a complete experience.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is ₹10,401
₹13,866 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct

Room options

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Palam Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Palam Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Pillow menu
  • 645 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Kolaya Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Kolaya Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Pillow menu
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Seed Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Seed Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Pillow menu
  • 1076 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located in Kiran, Karpaha Sands is on the beach. Saint Nicholas Church Chenkalady and Batticaloa Lagoon are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Kimbula Thona, Kiran, Eastern Province, 000000

What's nearby

  • Pasikuda Beach - 18 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Kalkudah Beach - 18 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Saint Nicholas Church Chenkalady - 22 min drive - 19.1 km
  • St Michael’s College - 41 min drive - 36.6 km
  • Tiruchendur Murugan Alayam Temple - 44 min drive - 38.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Beach Café - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Baycelona - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Rupsy’s Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Uga Bay Resort Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Kitchen - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Karpaha Sands

Luxury family-friendly hotel near Saint Nicholas Church Chenkalady
Consider a stay at Karpaha Sands and take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace and a garden. With a beachfront location, surfing and kayaking, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a hot stone massage at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Sea view restaurant, features international cuisine. In addition to a playground and an arcade/games room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking and valet parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Tour/ticket information, a 24-hour front desk and a computer station
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Karpaha Sands include comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, free cots/infant beds and day beds
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and deep-soaking baths
  • Private gardens, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 25 for adults and USD 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Open Lounge bar
  • Sea view restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool toys
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Day bed
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per day.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately USD 25 for adults and from USD 25 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 140 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Karpaha Sands have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Karpaha Sands?

As of 8 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karpaha Sands on 23 Oct 2025 start from ₹10,400.51, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Karpaha Sands pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Karpaha Sands?

Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Karpaha Sands?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Karpaha Sands?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Karpaha Sands provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 140 per vehicle applies.

Where is Karpaha Sands located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kiran hotel is 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from Saint Nicholas Church Chenkalady and 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from Batticaloa Lagoon.

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