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A contemporary and luxurious retreat overlooking idyllic Passikudah Bay, ideal for snorkelling and diving.
Uga Bay has an enviable position right in the middle of a stunning stretch of sand and it has fantastic views out over the hotel’s palm-fringed garden and the bay. Not only does this make Uga Bay ideal for those looking to relax on a pristine beach, it’s also perfect for watersports enthusiasts, with a selection of activities available seasonally. As the bay is protected, swimming and snorkelling are very popular, and as it is shallow for a long way out it’s great for families too. Deeper into the bay is where divers explore wrecks and reefs.
Why we love Uga Bay
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It’s on Passikudah beach, a picture-perfect sweep of sand backed by palm trees and lapped by crystal-clear turquoise waters
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There are views of the ocean from every stylishly decorated and generously proportioned studio, suite and villa
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Forget about rigid mealtimes – at the resort’s restaurant, you can eat when you’re hungry rather than to someone else’s timetable
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Combine a few relaxed days here with a tour of the Cultural Triangle for a memorable Sri Lankan experience
This resort has earned internationally recognised certification that conform to standards set by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council.
Rooms
The 48 rooms and villas are decorated in a modern tropical style with dark wood, pale walls and splashes of sea blue and ochre. We recommend choosing a Beach Studio if you love to walk straight out on to the beach. Above these are the Ocean Studios which all have balconies with views out over the palm-lined beach (views of the sea are obstructed by the palm trees). For a real treat, you could upgrade to either a two-bedroom Bay Suite which features a private pool, or the two-bedroom, two-storey Beach Villa.
For watersports-loving couples, the Beach Studios are close to the beach and the shallow water of the bay with the reefs beyond.
The Beach Studios are located on the ground floor and have direct access to the beach through the tropical gardens.
- air-conditioning
- television
- telephone
- minibar*
- tea and coffee making facilities
- terrace
- safe
- DVD player
- Wi-Fi
These spacious rooms are located on top of the Beach Studios and have balconies. They overlook the beach, however the views of the sea may be obstructed by the palms trees.
- air-conditioning
- television
- telephone
- minibar*
- tea and coffee making facilities
- balcony
- safe
- DVD player
- Wi-Fi
Have a separate living area and plunge pool.
- air-conditioning
- television
- telephone
- minibar*
- tea and coffee making facilities
- terrace
- safe
- DVD player
- Wi-Fi
- plunge pool.
Two bed-room, two-storey villa with a living/dining area and lots of outdoor space and a private plunge pool.
- air-conditioning
- television
- telephone
- minibar*
- tea and coffee making facilities
- private plunge pool
- safe
- DVD player
- Wi-Fi
Facilities
Uga Bay has a good reputation when it comes to food, though there’s just one restaurant, and you can also choose from a range of private dining locations.
Restaurant
At Uga Bay’s all-day restaurant, mealtimes are flexible, as is the menu, with a selection of Sri Lankan specialities and international favourites based on seasonal produce and whatever the local fishermen have caught that day.
Don’t miss the candlelit ‘sand dining’ private experience, where you dine under the stars at a table and chairs made almost entirely from sand.
What's Included
Breakfast in the restaurant.
Upgrade Options
Half Board • Breakfast and dinner in the restaurant
Full Board • Breakfast, lunch and dinner in the restaurant
All Inclusive • Breakfast, lunch and dinner in the restaurant • Selected imported spirits • Unlimited local spirits, soft drinks and filtered water 11am to 11pm • Selected international wines • Afternoon high tea • Wi-Fi.
The unusual underground spa has sea views and provides a selection of massages, scrubs, wraps and facials. The small gym has a selection of cardio machines.
Uga Bay can organise trips for experienced divers to the nearby wreck of the HMS Hermes, one of the region’s most exciting scuba diving locations.
Various watersports are available at the beach, including jet skis, windsurfing, kayaking and snorkelling.
All the seafood is sourced from local fishermen, helping to support the community and cut food miles. Staff receive sustainability training, including in the principle of Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and are free to make improvements. The bathroom amenities in the guest rooms are in refillable containers, reducing the use of plastic. The hotel sponsors a range of community projects, from beach cleans and tree planting to meals for deprived children. Uga Bay is a Travelife certified property.
The beach is great for children and the two-bedroom villas have private pools, but there are no special facilities for under 18s.
Compulsory Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve gala dinners, supplements apply.
Guest reviews
4.8
Average Rating
Based on 2030 reviews
| Excellent | 1699 | |
| Very good | 257 | |
| Average | 61 | |
| Poor | 9 | |
| Terrible | 4 |
Melbourne, AustraliaApril 2025
Probably the best and most personally curated stay in Sri Lanka we've ever had. We spent two nights here and from being welcomed to leaving, we were looked after like family. Dasun was our host and he made the stay seamless through simple explanations of how the property works. The dining and drinking experience was next level. Sameera looked after us throughout with Yasas supporting - both of the guys are so attentive that before we asked for anything, it was already done! Anura looked after us at the main bar and Rakshini made sure she kept our favourite table always available. Izmath - one of the head chefs came to our table multiple times and made sure the food was to 10-star standard. The people here, the staff, that’s what makes this place unique. It’s a location and service you cannot find anywhere else. CANNOT recommend this place enough. It is truly magical. If you ever visit Sri Lanka - DO NOT MISS!!
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Doha, QatarApril 2025
Very clean, spacious, comfortable and well-appointed rooms. Serene views and calm surroundings. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Superb food service and always ready to accommodate special requests. Clean and spacious beach front with calm and shallow waters with silky sands. Nice beach bar and pool bar with infinity pool overlooking the bay. There is nothing more you can ask for!!
April 2025
We had an amazing 2 nights with my family at Hotel Uga Bay Passikudah. Excellent hotel on a prime location. Customer care manager at front desk was very kind & friendly & helpful as well, rest of the staff. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. The restaurant excellent service & the food was delicious. The staff were so lovely and welcoming. We look forward to returning in the future.
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