Holidays in Sri Lanka is all-weather in nature. But there is also the so-called low season — this is October. The prevailing tropical climate, rainy weather and rainfall scare tourists away. Weather conditions can be unpredictable: at night the elements rage, and during the day there can be normal sunny weather. Well, it's not so scary.
Water temperature and ocean conditions are directly dependent on monsoons. Those wishing to soak up the sun, lie on the beach, plunge into the ocean, you need to choose hotels in the eastern part of the island, while in the west at this time the monsoons are raging. What is Sri Lanka in October?
Weather features
October in Sri Lanka is a rather unstable month in relation to climatic conditions. The change of seasons occurs twice under the influence of the “wielding” monsoons on the island. Of course, during this period it does not work without rains. Equatorial, warm and humid regions are characterized by precipitation for several days in a row. They are replaced by a series of clear, calm days. The likelihood of such a development of "events" exists almost everywhere. Rainy cloudy weather mainly in Colombo, thunderstorms and hurricanes are also frequent here. So, a trip to this part of the island will have to be canceled. If you want to relax, you can go to Trincomalee and Galle - October is sunny here. Also worth a visit is Unawatuna.
What can a country offer?
In October, Sri Lanka offers its tourists a varied vacation and a wide selection of entertainment. Depending on the region, water leisure centers operate in the daytime: surfing, diving, fishing. But before choosing a region for relaxation, you need to think and decide what kind of water entertainment I would like to enjoy.
Traveling to the island causes a lot of impressions even in the unpopular low season. Sooner or later, the rains stop, and it's time to think about what to do in order to get a gamut of unforgettable impressions of a mysterious and exotic island. You can visit the farm of turtles or a nursery with elephants, cave mysterious Buddhist temples, explore the ruins of an ancient palace, visit the spice garden, the Royal Botanical Garden or climb Mount Adam. The history, architecture and nature of Sri Lanka is simply amazing.
The island is a multinational state. In October, Indians celebrate the birthdays of famous prophets, the festival of lights, the festival of the goddess Lakshmi - Diwali, the international festival of spicy food. Many holidays have no names, and their dates are determined by the lunar calendar.
Sri Lanka is rich in chic beaches, many great hotels and a variety of experiences. Going to rest here, you need to think about individual hotel reservations. There is a huge variety of hotels that are excellent in their comfort, availability of stars and value. There is a choice between 4-5 * hotels and budget accommodation options.
So a two-week stay of two people in a 3-star hotel will cost from about 12 to 15 thousand rubles, when in a 4-star hotel the same period will cost from 30 thousand rubles. The price includes breakfast only. This article will present a budget, but very comfortable hotel Hotel Thai Lanka 2 * (Hikkaduwa).
Description and hotel description
The hotel is located near the small town of Hikkaduwa. This is a beach complex, 1000 meters away from the sea. Using the expressway, you can reach Colombo in 1.5 hours and in 2 hours to the famous Bandaranaike International Airport. It features a large open-air pool, free parking and free Wi-Fi throughout.
The cuisine is diverse, both national and European. The restaurant of Hotel Thai Lanka 2 * (Sri Lanka) serves local specialties. Western cuisine is also popular. The hotel features a room service.
Infrastructure and service
In the complex:
- 24-hour free private parking with car rental
- outdoor swimming pool,
- beautiful garden,
- 24-hour reception with room service and all kinds of drinks,
- lunch packing
- Free airport shuttle
- round-the-clock registration
- the possibility of selling tickets,
- luggage storage with lockers,
- laundry with ironing
- various entertainments
- beach (first line),
- diving,
- snorkelling
- windsurfing,
- library,
- free internet access, wifi.
The main advantage of the Thai Lanka Hotel 2 * hotel is service.
The hotel offers rooms of different categories: double with one bed, with two beds and apartments. The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a flat-screen cable TV and a dining area.
What do guests say about Thai Lanka Hotel 2 *?
Reviews
According to many tourists, this place definitely deserves to be chosen as a place to stay in Sri Lanka. Please note that it takes about three hours to get from the airport to the hotel. But, getting into the hotel, you immediately forget about fatigue. Friendly staff welcomes all visitors with a free cocktail, serves wet towels and immediately takes them to breakfast. After this, the process of settlement. If you do not book a room in advance, then they may not offer the best option.
The view from some apartments is poor. There can also be problems with sewers, which is why the rooms have far from the best aroma. For a small surcharge of 20 euros, you can choose a suitable room, for example, with a view of the picturesque ocean. The facilities in the rooms are excellent. It has everything you need. The only thing that can cause inconvenience is the lack of the proper number of outlets. Fresh tea or coffee can be prepared at any time. There are all accessories for this. You can also not take a hairdryer with you.
Nutrition
Tourists recommend a package of services that includes breakfast only. As a rule, a vacation in Sri Lanka involves not only staying on the beach, but also visiting interesting places. Therefore, there is always the opportunity to look into one of the local restaurants or cafes. In the Hotel Thai Lanka Hikkaduwa 2 * hotel, the food is excellent. Do not worry that the dishes will be spicy and full of spices. Breakfast includes eggs in various variations, spaghetti, sausages, rice, various fruits. For dinner, you can try seafood, meat dishes with delicious side dishes, exotic salads and elite cheeses. The skill of the cooks is at the highest level. The restaurant service is also commendable. At any time, the staff is happy to fulfill your every desire. Of the local alcoholic drinks, it is worth noting the red rum “Calypso Gold”. This nectar can even be brought with you, after packaging well, as the bottle may leak. It is strictly forbidden to drink purchased alcohol at the hotel; the fine for this is 700 rupees. Particularly risky tourists can bypass this moment. The main thing is to take out empty bottles outside the hotel on time.
Territory
The hotel is located in a small but very clean area. There is a pool equipped with sun loungers. Near him there is a staff on duty who can ask for towels or move a deck chair if necessary. Hotel security is constantly present. Here you feel completely safe.
Unfortunately, the complex has almost no private beach. But this problem can be solved by walking a few minutes along the coast. The neighboring hotel has a wonderful beach. It should be noted that at the beginning of autumn the ocean is warm, but the water is cloudy due to constant storms.
Internet can normally be used only at the reception. In rooms Wi-Fi practically does not catch.
Near the hotel
Near the hotel there is a supermarket with all the necessary products. Also nearby are many cozy restaurants, cafes and shops with various goods. For relatively little money you can buy jewelry here. The Refresh restaurant deserves special attention, located within walking distance of the hotel. There is a huge selection of fresh seafood and delicious tea.
Excursions
With local transport, tuk-tuk you can move around the island. The friendly staff of the Hotel Thai Lanka 2 * can advise on excursion routes. They recommend visiting Fort Galey, safari and Kandy. If you wish, you can go to the beach of Marissa. This is the most popular holiday destination. The journey to it takes about 2.5 hours.
The local market is also nearby. Here you can buy fresh fruits, nuts and seafood.
Sri Lankans are incredibly friendly. They like to receive guests and make all kinds of gifts.
Almost all tourists are completely satisfied with their stay at Hotel Thai Lanka 2 *. It is comfortable, safe and tasty.