UTMT - Underneath The Mango Tree

Located on the south coast of Sri Lanka, in Dickwella near Matara, the privately managed beach resort UTMT - Underneath The Mango Tree spans approximately 20,000 sqm. Perched on a small hill, it offers breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean. Spread out like a small village, 9 building complexes showcase Sinhalese architecture blended with Viennese charm, thanks to the Austrian owners. Built sustainably and in local style but to European standards, the hotel boasts a private beach (about a 5-minute walk away), inviting guests to swim and bodyboard.

Matara is located on the south coast of Sri Lanka, approximately 100 miles south of the capital, Colombo. The city stretches along the coast and is bisected by the Nilwala River, which flows into the ocean. The area around Matara is renowned for its tropical landscape, palm-fringed beaches, and a blend of urban life and natural beauty. Matara is also famous for its long sandy beach and relaxed atmosphere, while the bus and train stations make it a major transport hub in the region. Additionally, the well-preserved 17th-century Dutch fort and the Parey Dewa Temple are among the city's highlights.

Restaurant with terrace and ocean view, offering dishes made from carefully selected regional ingredients enhanced with Austrian culinary elements. Half board as a set menu (vegetarian/vegan on request), for Ayurveda guests full board with diverse menus according to Dosha type. Open show kitchen at breakfast, bar and lounge by the pool. Clubhouse with tea salon, beach bar, and terrace.

Ayurveda Spa (approx. 420 sqm) with sea view and several treatment rooms for traditional Ayurveda or luxurious beauty and wellness treatments. The team, consisting of 2 Ayurveda doctors and experienced therapists, professionally conducts the Ayurveda therapies with a focus on intensive initial consultation. Yoga and meditation take place either in one of the yoga pavilions, on the spa roof with sea view, or in the UTMT Yoga Shala, one of the largest Yoga Shalas in Sri Lanka. Surrounding the Ayurveda Spa is the herb garden, where ingredients for meals, oils, and medicines thrive, along with an Ayurveda pharmacy.

Activity programme: Yoga, workouts, jogging, beach volleyball. Billiards, sports equipment rental. Diving, surfing, and sailing.

Outdoor pool (approx. 25 m) and hammocks in the garden. Relax on the beach with sun loungers, towels, and first-class service. The clubhouse features a library and a small cinema. You can participate in cooking classes. The hotel boasts an English phone booth for calls to Europe and a mailbox for holiday mail. Barber service. There are many different excursions, for example, to traditional markets, temples, tea plantation tours, Udawalawa National Park, or to Cinnamon Island.