LUX Spring 2018

60 The Water Garden Sigiriya is a 5-star luxury resort located in Sigiriya, within Sri Lanka’s cultural triangle. We examine the wonderful and scenic Water Garden as we look to find out more about the exciting feature. Set on the picturesque island of Sri Lanka, the Water Garden Sigiriya is located approximately 175km from Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka. Comprising of a vast amount of land and set in the luxurious and scenic countryside, the location really is ideal for a delightful and relaxing destination. Adding to the fascinating views, when guests visit the resort, they are able to have unobstructed views of the well-renowned Sigiriya rock, one of the foremost attractions in the country, as well as a place of immense cultural, historic and national importance. Amongst its enticing views, the resort itself is comprised of 30 modern villas, all spread out amongst the meticulously landscaped gardens. Importantly, the villas are not just shelter, but are kitted out with the most up to date equipment and lavish amenities. Guests are able to indulge in their own private pool, complete with Jacuzzi, or relax on the spacious pool deck with sunbed loungers. Other facilities and equipment which guests are certain to enjoy includes 24-hour room service, air-conditioning, mini bar, Wi-Fi, and many other aspects which make their stay as luxurious as ever. Regarding the villas themselves, they are constructed to be their own sequestered habitat, giving guests a real sense of escapism and also reducing their contact with other guests and staff. Thanks to the natural location and habitat that the villas are placed, some of the wonderful wildlife rarely seen are often attracted to the villas, including peacocks - this is just another crucial aspect which entices guests to visit the location. For guests looking to rest and relax, the Water Garden Sigiriya also accommodates guests with numerous other facilities, providing them with an assortment of relaxing and recreational activities, both on site and in the surrounding areas. Undertaking a variety of activities, guests are able to use 1803LU11 the Gymnasium, Billiards, Swimming Pool and even take nature treks and visit historical sites - there really is everything to do at the Water Garden Sigiriya. However, the Water Garden is not just a place for clients to relax and enjoy their stay, as there are facilities which enable tourists and guests to mix business and pleasure, where it is complemented by all the trimming of a luxury corporate getaway. Furthermore, the resorts general design ensures that living spaces segue seamlessly into the outdoors and all common area benefits from the cool, palatial sprawl, which also provides exceptional views of the countryside, allowing for a variety of dining options and interesting recreational spaces. What really enables the Water Garden Sigiriya to stand out, is its ability to ensure that when guests first arrive at the destination, their initial impression is wonderful. The team go to great lengths to ensure that first impressions count, and guests are always delighted right from the point of arrival. Upon their entrance, guests are entitled to a welcome drink, and many more conveniences, whilst the utmost effort is made to make sure guests are able to check in as quickly as possible. In contrast to the flat open landscape, the hotel’s design provides a microcosm of island life. The contrast between the modern, palatial design, numerous water ways and lush tropical landscape makes for a wonderful first impression, announcing the resort’s stylistic theme. Enabling the resort to attract the best business and entice tourists and guests from all around the world is the fact that the destination is like no other. The entelechy of the Water Garden Sigiriya’s offering, allows the resort to strongly differentiate its services from competitors in the vicinity and even likeminded establishments throughout the rest of the island. Moving forward, the Water Garden Sigiriya is constantly looking to evolve and grow in line with the industry. Continuing to attract an assortment of guests is the main aim of the team at the resort, and it will look to do this by associating themselves with other preferred service providers throughout the island, in order to offer guests a more diverse spread and better value. Where Luxury Meets Nature Retreat Company: Water Garden Sigiriya Contact: Manoj Devaraj Address: Indigaswewa, Sigiriya Phone: +947 6571 8533 Website: www.watergardensigiriya.com