Signature Sanctuary
Palm Suite
200 Sqm · 2 Queen Bedrooms
Full kitchen (stove, oven, microwave, coffee machine, washing machine), indoor living area, private balcony with plunge pool. Two couples or families.
Hikkaduwa
Crystal Sands
Twenty-four apartments, and no standard rooms. Every suite: plunge pool, full kitchen, ocean views. Residential-scale suites, from cozy one-bedroom layouts to expansive multi-bedroom apartments, with smart home tech, a rooftop infinity pool and a private beach.
Last updated 19 January 2026
Twenty-four apartments, and no standard rooms. Every suite: plunge pool, full kitchen, ocean views. Residential-scale suites, from cozy one-bedroom layouts to expansive multi-bedroom apartments, with smart home tech, a rooftop infinity pool and a private beach.
Why Crystal Sands Works:
- Genuine Apartments Full kitchens, multiple en-suites, extended-stay ready
- Universal Pools Every residence. Not an upgrade
- Exclusivity 24 suites. Private beach. No crowds
Modern Efficiency in a Coastal Setting
Contemporary service via WhatsApp and Alexa requests handled in minutes. New construction means reliable AC, plumbing, WiFi.
Private beach: wave-driven, uncrowded, no vendors. Strong surf suits lounging; calm bays 15 minutes away. Away from commercial strip for quiet, restaurants a quick tuk-tuk.
Tempest Restaurant & Rooftop Bar
Tempest rooftop: Asian-fusion, unobstructed ocean views. Comprehensive breakfast buffets. Lunch and dinner emphasize fresh seafood, contemporary preparation. Outdoor bar, proper cocktails.
Room service popular and efficient guests order repeatedly.
Our Curated Sanctuaries
Rooms & Villas
Each residence has been personally selected for its craft, its setting, and the quality of its service.
Signature Sanctuary
Sands Suite
97 Sqm · 2 Queen Bedrooms
Two bedrooms, indoor and outdoor living spaces, sunset-facing private plunge pool. Couples valuing extra bedroom for space.
Curated by Lux Ceylon
Why We Recommend This Stay
Every one of the 24 suites has its own plunge pool and a full kitchen, with a private beach, apartment-scale living space and modern systems that work.
New construction means reliable infrastructure, smart home integration. WhatsApp concierge responds in minutes. Trade-off: fifteen minutes to Hikkaduwa. Tranquillity over central convenience.
It offers residential freedom without the constraints of a typical hotel.
Frequently asked questions
+Where is Crystal Sands located?
Crystal Sands is in the Hikkaduwa area, about 15 minutes from Hikkaduwa town. We arrange private chauffeur transfers from Colombo airport and between every stay on your itinerary.
+How many rooms does Crystal Sands have?
Crystal Sands has 24 suites. We feature two of the types here, the Palm Suite and the Sands Suite, with the larger multi-bedroom apartments available on request.
+What is Crystal Sands best known for?
Guests come for south coast, private plunge pools, beachfront, boutique. It is a particularly good fit for beach escapes.
+When is the best time to stay at Crystal Sands?
December to April is the driest, calmest window on the south and west coasts, which is why it lines up with the European and Japanese winter.
+Can Lux Ceylon book Crystal Sands as part of a wider Sri Lanka trip?
Yes. Most guests combine Crystal Sands with two or three other stays across the coast, the hill country and the cultural triangle. We handle the rooms, the private driver, the guiding and everything in between as one booking.
+How do I check rates and availability?
Send us your dates through the enquiry form, WhatsApp or concierge@luxceylon.com. We come back with live availability and a full itinerary quote, normally within 24 hours.
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