Kodev

Dutch Bay Island, 61360 Kalpitiya, Sri Lanka – Great location - show map

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9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
2 reviews
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Kodev

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Featuring sea views, Kodev provides accommodation with a private beach area, a garden and a terrace, around 1.3 km from Kalpitiya Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the luxury tent's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. The luxury tent offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and pancakes are available daily at the luxury tent. Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which serves Asian cuisine and also offers vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options. There is a shared lounge at this property and guests can go fishing nearby. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 143 km from Kodev.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Breakfast to go

FREE private parking!

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.8
Location
8.8
High score for Kalpitiya

Managed by Kodev

Company review score: 10Based on 2 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Kodev is dedicated to offer an atmosphere which connects individuals with natural wilderness. We are committed to sustainable conservation to preserve and protect large tracts of wilderness for future generations. We encourage our guests to connect with wilderness while experiencing nature and luxury camping. Glamping accommodation designed to take guests away from modern urban distractions and direct them to the wilderness. We’re driven by environmentally conscious hospitality, sustainable conservation and empowerment of local communities. Kodev is a project by Wild Ceylon Luxury which promotes authentic luxury wilderness retreats Ceylon (former name of Sri Lanka) offers. Kalpitiya is not simply about sun, sea and sand. There is a whole other dimension to experience on the island, in the midst of its lush vegetation.

Property information

Kodev Wilderness Tented Camp was built in an untouched natural mangrove reserve, overlooking Kalpitiya lagoon and the Indian Ocean. Situated in Dutch Bay Island, Kodev offers a tantalizingly unique synergy of undisturbed and eco-friendly outdoor camping, luxury facilities. Which would only leave you with the best memories of this breath-taking peninsular where land and water converge in perfect symphony.

Neighbourhood information

Kalpitiya Lagoon is a marine sanctuary with a diversity of habitats ranging from flat coastal plains, saltpans, mangroves, swamps, salt marshes and vast sand dune beaches. It provides nursing grounds for many species of fish and crustaceans. In addition to boasting of being famous as the first region in Sri Lanka to commence Dolphin and Whale watching, with the highest dolphin sighting ratio of around 93%, and some of the largest schools of dolphins around the shores of Sri Lanka, Kalpitiya also home to the Bar Reef, considered one of the best reefs in whole of Asia, offering a breathtaking display of the aquatic wonders of nature in all its vividness, not only to look at but also to experience up-close as the sea conditions during November to April each year are absolutely perfect for swimming, snorkeling and diving.

Languages spoken

English,Tamil

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Kodev Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Asian • European
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Kodev
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
Activities
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Dining area
Food & Drink
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Luggage storage
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    General
    • Shuttle service
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Mosquito net
    • Packed lunches
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Tamil

    House rules

    Kodev takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 00:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    Check-out

    From 10:00 to 12:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 1 year
    Extra bed upon request
    US$30 per child, per night
    Cot upon request
    Free
    2 - 11 years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$30 per child, per night
    12+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$40 per person, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Discover Diners Club American Express Cash Kodev accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Kodev in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Kodev

    • Kodev offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Windsurfing
      • Beachfront
      • Themed dinner nights
      • Beach
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Private beach area
      • Cooking class

    • The prices at Kodev may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Kodev. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Kodev is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

    • Kodev is 1.4 miles from the centre of Kalpitiya. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Kodev has 1 restaurant:

      • Kodev Restaurant