Sama Retreats

COME HOME TO PEACE

Peace: there are thousands of names for it – ‘Sama’ is ours, a simple word derived from ancient Sanskrit.

From the moment you step into our world, you will sense the balance, feel the harmony, and know that you have come home to peace.

If you’re looking for the best beach resort in Sri Lanka to rest your being, at Sama you’ll find that perfect balance of nature and nurture. Here in our quiet cove where the ocean whispers to the trees; amidst our serene spaces where new thoughts meet old stories, you can set your mind free, let your body renew and your soul find inner healing. While sharing the value of tranquility we also embrace the upbeat vibrancy of beach life and communal spirit. Here, you can gather memories with other peace seekers and nurture lasting soul connections.

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Wellness

Sama Way of Living

To embrace wholesome wellbeing and healing from within. To rejuvenate and reconnect with yourself, while forging bonds of connectedness with a community of like-minded souls. This is the very essence of life at Sama.

Surprised beyond belief to discover such a beautiful retreat. The large trees provide privacy and the footpath to the beach is serendipity.

Design

A Pure, Simple Life – Revived and Reimagined.

In times past, the fisher folk found refuge here; made their humble homes on the rocky outcrop above the sea. Their boats sought shelter in the little cove below. As the years moved on, so did they – and nature reclaimed her rights.

Today, we revere that simple serenity in recreating Sama. Resembling village houses, our dwellings are built on their foundations – some, over a hundred years old. Keeping with sustainable design practices they seamlessly incorporate recycled, reused or natural materials and repurposed wood. The must-have luxuries of today, are blended in – understated.

We have left the land with all its tangles and trees much the same. The creatures thrive, undisturbed. The natural ecosystem here is unique, with many endemic plants, and we protect them with care. At Sama – we nurture all beings, you included.

  • star ratingFound my home away from home  – I had an amazing time at Sama! Some of my personal highlights include:
    – The cuisine: Fresh and healthy food every day. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are prepared with love… read more

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    February 1, 2025

    star ratingSama – balance, harmony and a once in a lifetime experience!  – Sama truly does what its name sets out to do, restoring balance and harmony into your life! I spent a little over 3 weeks at Sama taking part in their… read more

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    September 1, 2024

    star ratingBeautiful chilled space  – We had such a lovely week in this beautiful, chilled space. The management and staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The spa was fantastic with a great selection of treatments… read more

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    August 1, 2024
  • star ratingA Tranquil Haven at Sama Retreat Hotel  – Sama Retreat Hotel in Kosgoda offers a serene getaway with lush surroundings and modern comforts. The spacious rooms and excellent on-site restaurant make for a relaxing stay. The staff at… read more

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    August 1, 2024

    star ratingAmazing experience with Sama Kosgoda  – Stay in Sama Kosgoda was a real adventure with nature and biological regeneration, we had several hotels in Sri Lanka but in this one we felt very taken care of.… read more

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    April 1, 2024

    star ratingDo not miss this absolute gem in South Sri Lanka!  – Magical hotel in Kosgoda that should be visited before it blows up!

    Stayed for three weeks and Molly, Shea, Raveen, and the rest of the hotel went above… read more

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    January 1, 2025
  • star ratingPerfect place with lovely & friendly people 😍  – A perfect place with lovely & friendly people 😍
    Nice beautiful rooms, surrounded by nature, directly at the beach, relaxing pool, nice garden and a perfect place for people… read more

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    December 1, 2024

    star ratingA Truly Magical Retreat in Sri Lanka  – I had the privilege of spending several weeks at Sama, and it’s an experience I’ll cherish forever. From the moment I arrived, I felt completely embraced by the serene atmosphere… read more

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    February 2, 2025

    star ratingAn exceptional hotel.  – This is an exceptional hotel! We are a family of 5 and loved every minute of being at the Samara. The rooms were comfortable and the food was delicious, We… read more

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    December 1, 2024
Rooms

Sanctuaries of Comfort
by the Sea

A squirrel peeps at you, a butterfly floats past, the birds chirp, a monkey calls and the ocean roars, then whispers – nature’s disturbances that somehow fill you with peace as you sit in your quiet veranda surrounded by trees, here at Sama.

Our 5 cottages that offer 12 rooms are created to be little hideaways of comfort in a simple, natural way. They are designed with care to bring you the best of both worlds: a humble village ambience with 21st-century requisites. Each one has a story to tell, one that inspired its character. Whether you take a winding path or climb rocky steps to reach yours, it will be your refuge from the world. When you open its doors, you can shut away the stresses of life and focus on regaining it. You have come to Sama in search of rest, and in our dwellings a sense of wellbeing will embrace you in welcome.