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Dining
The Flying Hamilton restaurant showcases classic Sri Lankan dishes and fusion cuisine.
Dining is an event. Breakfast and dinner feature live action cooking.
Each dish is made with freshly ingredients, aromatic herbs, and local spices.
The Flying Hamilton takes its name from the Hamilton Canal. For several hundred years, spice barges traveled along the canal that is next to the restaurant.
To make the cuisine approachable for all our guests, we do not cook with chilies.
All our food is Halal.
All prices in US dollars (USD).
A 10% service charge is added to all food, drinks, and activities.
A 1% tax by the Sri Lankan Tourist Development Agency (SLTDA) is also added to all food, drinks, and services.
Breakfast
Served from 8:00am - 10:00am in the dining room.
Live action cooking with a daily special.
Guests leaving before 8:00am may order a take-away breakfast. Please order take-away breakfast before 5:00pm the previous day.
Guests also have the option to have breakfast in their pool on a floating tray for a supplemental charge.
All prices in US dollars (USD).
A 10% service charge + 1% Sri Lankan Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) tax is added to all food, drinks, and activities.Halal
Full Breakfast
Full breakfast includes:
- Main course
- Fresh fruit with curd
- Fresh juice
- Coffee or tea
US$15
Floating Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast in your pool on a floating tray.
Floating tray is for 2 people.
Cost per floating tray is 15 USD.1 Floating Tray (For 1-2 people)
US$15
2 Floating Trays (for 3-4 People)
US$30
Paper Dosas (Monday & Friday)
A live action cooking item prepared on Mondays and Wednesdays.
A thin crepe made from a batter of rice and lentils.
Served with coconut sambol and mint chutney.
A paper dosa reflects Tamil influence on Sri Lankan cooking.
US$7
Vegan
Coconut Rotis (Tuesday & Saturday)
A live action cooking item prepared on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
Coconut roti (pol roti) is a classic Sri Lankan dish. You can think of it as a savory coconut pancake.
The batter is made of flour, coconut, chopped onions, and water.
Served with sweet tempered onions and dal (lentils) made with coconut milk.
US$7
Vegan
Wheat
Sri Lankan Sweet Crepes (Wednesday)
Sri Lankan Sweet Crepes (Pani Pol) are made with flour, turmeric, and eggs.
Filled with coconut honey and grated coconut.
Served with kithul treacle. Kithul treacle is made from the sap of the jaggery palm.
US$7
Vegetarian
Eggs
Egg Hoppers (Thursday & Sunday)
A live action cooking item prepared on Sundays and Thursdays.
We give our French Toast a distinctly Sri Lankan flavor by making it with coconut milk, Ceylon cinnamon and kithul treacle.
Kithul treacle is made from the sap of the jaggery palm.
US$7
Vegetarian
Eggs
Coconut & Banana Porridge
Prepared with oats, milk, coconut milk, and bananas.
Served with kithul treacle. Kithul treacle is made from the sap of the jaggery palm.
The coconut milk, Ceylon cinnamon, and kithul treacle give this dish a Sri Lankan dimension.
US$7
Gluten free
Vegetarian
Fried Eggs
Like so much of our food, our eggs are sourced locally and delivered by bicycle.
Served with toast, butter, and specialty jam.
Our jam is made by a German who settled in Sri Lanka and makes preserves with exotic tropical fruits.
US$7
Vegetarian
Eggs
Scrambled Eggs
Like so much of our food, our eggs are sourced locally and delivered by bicycle.
Served with toast, butter, and specialty jam.
Our toast is made from freshly baked bread.
Our jam is made by a German who settled in Sri Lanka and makes preserves with exotic tropical fruits.
US$7
Vegetarian
Eggs
Sri Lankan Omelet
Fluffy omelet spiced with turmeric and curry leaves.
Like so much of our food, our eggs are sourced locally and delivered by bicycle.
Served with toast, butter, and specialty jam.
Our toast is made from freshly baked bread.
Our jam is made by a German who settled in Sri Lanka and makes preserves with exotic tropical fruits.
US$7
Vegetarian
Eggs
French Toast
Our signature French toast begins with freshly baked bread.
The bread is dipped in a batter of milk, coconut milk, sugar, and Ceylon cinnamon.
Served with kithul treacle. Kithul treacle is made from the sap of the jaggery palm.
The coconut milk, Ceylon cinnamon, and kithul treacle add a local dimension to this classic dish.
US$7
Toast, Butter, & Jam
Our toast is made with freshly baked bread.
Our jam is made by a German who settled in Sri Lanka and makes preserves in small batches.
US$4
Vegetarian
Fresh Fruit with Curd
2 skewers of fresh, seasonal fruit with a bowl of curd.
US$5
Gluten free
Fresh Juice
Each day, we make a juice of the day using fresh, seasonal fruit.
Ask your waiter about the fresh fruit juice of the day.
US$4
Vegan
Gluten free
Coffee (Pot)
The freshest coffee you will ever have.
The coffee is grown locally and roasted over a fire here at the hotel.
Our coffee pots are made locally at a porcelain factory across the river and serve up to 2 people.
US$5
Vegan
Gluten free
Dilmah Tea (Pot)
Dilmah tea is world famous.
The founder of Dilmah - arguably the best tea producer on the island - was a neighbor and created a bespoke tea menu for Waterland.
Ask your waiter for the tea menu.
Our tea pots are made at a porcelain factory across the river and serve 2 people.
US$3
Vegan
Gluten free
Blue Tea (Pot)
Vibrant and refreshing blue tea made from the butterfly pea plant flowers in our garden.
Our tea pots are made at a porcelain factory across the river.
US$4
Vegan
Gluten free
Lunch
Lunch served from 12:00pm - 2:00pm in the dining room patios or in the private dining area of your villa.
All prices in US dollars (USD).
A 10% service charge + 1% Sri Lankan Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) tax is added to all food, drinks, and activities.Halal
Floating Lunch
Enjoy lunch in your pool on a floating tray.
Floating tray is for 2 people.
Cost per floating tray is 15 USD.1 Floating Tray (For 1-2 people)
US$15
2 Floating Trays (for 3-4 People)
US$30
Asian Noodles
Silky Asian noodles tossed in a fragrant blend of soya sauce, sesame seed oil, and aromatic spices. Vegetables
US$8
Chicken
US$10
Fish
US$10
Prawns
US$10
Vegan
Chicken Satay
2 skewers of Chicken kebabs served with a bed of rice of the day.
Served with a side of coleslaw.
The highlight of this dish is a sauce of peanuts, mild spices, and coconut milk. The dish reflects Sri Lanka's connections through the spice trade with Malaysia and Indonesia.
US$12
Tree nuts
Sesame
Soy
Kottu
Classic Sri Lankan dish made with chopped paratha.
Paratha is a flatbread made of wheat, wheat flour, butter, and water.
Listening it the preparation of kottu is like listening to the percussion in an orchestra.
Serving size is for 1 person.Vegetables
US$8
Chicken
US$10
Fish
US$10
Prawns
US$10
Vegetarian
Wheat
Toasties
A Jamie Oliver recipe prepared with green onions, fresh ginger, and soya sauce.
Sandwiched between freshly baked bread.
Coated with sesame seeds and cooked on both sides.
Passionfruit mayonnaise gives the dish tropical flare.
Served with a side of coleslaw.Vegetables
US$8
Chicken
US$10
Prawns
US$10
Vegetarian
Pasta with Olive Oil and Garlic
Al dente pasta gently sautéed in fragrant extra virgin olive oil and golden garlic, allowing simple ingredients to shine with bold, rustic flavor. Light yet deeply satisfying, each silky strand is infused with warmth, aroma, and a delicate savory finish.Vegetables
US$8
Chicken
US$10
Prawns
US$10
Vegetarian
Dairy free
Pasta with Cream
Tender pasta folded into a luxurious cream sauce, simmered to velvety perfection. Rich, comforting, and delicately seasoned.Vegetables
US$8
Chicken
US$10
Prawns
US$10
Vegetarian
Appetizers, Snacks, and Side Dishes
All prices in US dollars (USD).
A 10% service charge + 1% Sri Lankan Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) tax is added to all food, drinks, and activities.Halal
Coconut Soup with Lemongrass
Prepared with turmeric, lemongrass, and coconut milk.Vegetable
US$6
Chicken
US$6
Prawns
US$6
Gluten free
French Fries with Curry Leaves
Crisp golden French fries tossed hot from the pan with fragrant curry leaves.
Each bite delivers a perfect crunch followed by an aromatic burst of earthy, savory flavor.
US$6
Vegan
Garlic Bread
Warm, freshly baked bread slathered with oliver oil and sautéed garlic and toasted to golden perfection. Crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and bursting with flavor.
US$5
Vegan
Side Dish of Grilled Vegetables
A colorful medley of fresh vegetables, grilled and lightly seasoned to highlight their natural flavors.
A smaller portion than our Grilled Vegetable main course.
US$5
Vegan
Side Dish of French Fries
Crisp golden French fries tossed hot from the pan with fragrant curry leaves.
A smaller portion that our French Fries Appetizer.
US$3
Vegan
Side Dish of Rice of the Day
US$3
Vegan
Dinner
Served from 6:30pm - 8:30pm.
All prices in US dollars (USD).
A 10% service charge + 1% Sri Lankan Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) tax is added to all food, drinks, and activities.Halal
Kottu
Classic Sri Lankan dish made with chopped paratha.
Paratha is a flatbread made of wheat, wheat flour, butter, and water.
Listening it the preparation of kottu is like listening to the percussion in an orchestra.
Serving size: 1 person.Vegetables
US$8
Chicken
US$10
Fish
US$10
Prawns
US$10
Vegetarian
Wheat
Asian Noodles
Prepared with soya sauce, sesame seed oil, and local spices.
Served with a a side of peanut sauce, an influence of Sri Lanka's connections through the spice trade with Malaysia and Indonesia.
Serving size: 1 person.Vegetables
US$8
Chicken
US$10
Fish
US$10
Prawns
US$10
Vegetarian
Sesame
Peanuts
Tree nuts
Wheat
Chicken Kebab
Juicy, grilled chicken kebabs marinated in a blend of aromatic spices. Served with a tangy BBQ sauce.
US$12
Grilled Fish
Delicately grilled, our fish is prepared with a refreshing blend of melted butter and lime juice. The citrus and butter enhance the fish’s flavor.
Served with a crisp, refreshing coleslaw that provides zest and crunch.
US$13
Grilled Jumbo Prawns
Succulent jumbo prawns, seared and bathed in a zesty lime-butter sauce. A buttery indulgence with a citrus zing.
Served with a crisp, refreshing coleslaw.
US$14
Grilled Vegetables
A colorful medley of fresh vegetables, grilled and lightly seasoned to highlight their natural flavors.
Paired with crisp, refreshing coleslaw and a creamy sauce.
US$10
Vegetarian
Pasta with Olive Oil and Garlic
Al dente pasta gently sautéed in fragrant extra virgin olive oil and golden garlic, allowing simple ingredients to shine with bold, rustic flavor. Light yet deeply satisfying, each silky strand is infused with warmth, aroma, and a delicate savory finish.Vegetables
US$8
Chicken
US$10
Prawns
US$10
Vegetarian
Pasta with Cream
Tender pasta folded into a luxurious cream sauce, simmered to velvety perfection. Rich, comforting, and delicately seasoned.Vegetables
US$8
Chicken
US$10
Prawns
US$10
Vegetarian
Toastie
Stuffed sandwich with sautéed with egg, green onions, fresh ginger, and soy sauce.
Coated with sesame seeds and cooked on both sides.
Served with a side of coleslaw.Vegetables
US$8
Chicken
US$10
Prawns
US$10
Vegetarian
Dessert
All prices in US dollars (USD).
A 10% service charge + 1% Sri Lankan Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) tax is added to all food, drinks, and activities.Halal
Fresh Fruit with Curd
2 skewers of fresh, seasonal fruit with a bowl of curd.
US$5
Gluten free
Coconut Ice Cream
2 scoops of coconut ice cream served in a coconut shell.
US$5
Vegetarian
Gluten free
Fruit Sorbet
Layers of rich and creamy fruit sorbet topped with a subtle guava sauce. Our
fruit sorbet is made only with frozen fruit (no water is added).
US$5
Vegan
Grilled Pineapple
Caramelized pineapple glazed with coconut milk delivers a sweet, juicy burst with every bite.
Served with a scoop of coconut ice cream.
US$6
Vegan
Gluten free
Poffertjes (Dutch Pancakes) with Coconut Ice Cream
Light, fluffy round Dutch pancakes accompanied by a scoop of coconut ice cream. Topped with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Poffertjes are a Dutch dish. The Dutch ruled over much of the island in the 17th and 18th centuries.
US$7
Vegetarian
Cold Drinks
All prices in US dollars (USD).
A 10% service charge + 1% Sri Lankan Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) tax is added to all food, drinks, and activities.Water (Still)
US$2
Vegan
Sparkling Water / Soda
US$3
Vegan
Tonic
US$3
Vegan
Ginger Beer
Sri Lankan ginger beer has a sharp, robust taste.
Highly recommended for those who like ginger.
US$3
Vegan
Soft drink
Sprite or Coca Cola
US$3
Vegan
Juice of the Day
Fresh juice made with seasonal fruit
US$4
Vegan
Fresh Lime Soda
Sparkling water with lime juice and sugar syrup.
US$4
Vegan
Banana Lassi
Curd, milk, salt, bananas, and sugar syrup.
US$4
Vegetarian
Iced Turmeric Latte
Prepared with coconut milk, turmeric, ginger, sugar, and Ceylon cinnamon. Served over ice.
US$5
Vegan
Slushy
A refreshing drink perfect for the tropics.
Ask your waiter about the slushy flavor of the day.
US$3
Vegan
Coffee and Tea
All prices in US dollars (USD).
A 10% service charge + 1% Sri Lankan Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) tax is added to all food, drinks, and activities.Cappuccino
Made in our cappuccino machine with thick foam.
US$4
Gluten free
Coffee (Pot)
The freshest coffee you will ever have.
The coffee is grown locally and roasted over a fire here at the hotel.
Our coffee pots are made locally at a porcelain factory across the river and serve up to 2 people.
US$5
Vegan
Gluten free
Dilmah Tea (Pot)
Dilmah tea is world famous.
The founder of Dilmah - arguably the best tea producer on the island - was a neighbor and created a bespoke tea menu for Waterland.
Ask your waiter for the tea menu.
Our tea pots are made at a porcelain factory across the river and serve 2 people.
US$3
Vegan
Gluten free
Blue Tea (Pot)
Vibrant and refreshing blue tea made from the butterfly pea plant flowers in our garden.
Our tea pots are made at a porcelain factory across the river.
US$4
Vegan
Gluten free
Experiences
All prices in US dollars (USD).
A 10% service charge + 1% Sri Lankan Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) tax is added to all food, drinks, and activities.Watch Bats Migrate Over the River
Waterland is fortunate to be on the flight path of hundreds of fruit bats.
At sunset, watch hundreds of bats fly over the river.
If you are staying in the Elephant Villa or Peacock Villa, you can watch the bats from your villa.
Guests of other villas can watch from the riverside dining pavilion.Bicycle
Explore the neighborhood by bicycle.
We offer bicycles free of charge for guests.
Contact the front desk staff to reserve some bicycles.Play Billiards
Play billiards on a piece of history. The teak billiards table was originally on a colonial tea estate.Read
Our library is located in the reception area and includes books on various aspects of Sri Lankan wildlife, architecture, and history.
There are also many novels for guests to take free of charge.Swim
Take advantage of the luxury of a private plunge pool by relaxing and refreshing in and around the pool.Wear a Traditional Outfit
Wear a traditional outfit similar to those worn in the Kingdom of Kandy.
Historically, these clothes were only for those with aristocratic status.
We acquired 4 of these dazzling hand-embroidered outfits.
Especially fun for children.Boat Safari
Explore the surrounding mangrove jungle on a festively decorated boat.
Safari departs from our private dock.
Among the many animals you will see on the tour are bats, eagles, egrets, kingfishers, and water monitors (the 2nd largest reptile in the world).
Includes a guide, life jackets, plush seat covers, and a slushy.Per Villa (Group of up to 6 people)
US$50
Cooking Class
Learn how to make rice & curry, Sri Lanka's national dish.
Includes lunch and a drink.
Generally available between 2:00pm - 4:00pm.
Reserve in advanceFor 1 person
US$40
For 2 people
US$60
For 3 people
US$80
For 4 people
US$100
For 5 people
US$120
Riverside Coffee Roasting Workshop
In this hands-on coffee roasting experience, you will discover the aromas, colors, and craftsmanship that define exceptional coffee.
The beans are organic and locally grown.
At the end of the workshop, taste of cup of coffee you have blended and take home a bag of coffee you have roasted.
1 hourFor 1 person
US$35
For 2 people
US$50
For 3 people
US$65
For 4 people
US$80
For 5 people
US$95
Spice Mixing Workshop
Journey into Sri Lanka's rich spice heritage in our riverside kitchen.
For centuries, spices shaped the island's history, drawing merchants, explorers, and traders from across the world.
In this immersive hands-on workshop, you'll discover the stories behind Sri Lanka's most treasured spices and learn about our property's unique connection to the historic spice trade that once flowed along these waterways.
Using a traditional stone grinder, you'll grind fragrant spices by hand, learn the art of roasting to unlock their aromas, and create your own custom spice blends.
To conclude the experience, enjoy fresh pineapple delicately seasoned with Sri Lankan spices—a simple yet unforgettable expression of the island's cuisine.
Participants receive 2 packages of spices they have prepared and mixed.
1 hour
2:30pm - 5:30pmFor 1 person
US$35
For 2 people
US$50
For 3 people
US$65
For 4 people
US$80
For 5 people
US$95
Spa
Please wear a bathing suit for spa treatments.
Bathrobes are available upon request.
All prices in US dollars (USD).
A 10% service charge + 1% Sri Lankan Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) tax is added to all food, drinks, and activities.Back Massage
Back massage with herbal oil, coconut oil, or coconut lotion.
30 minutes.2 hand massage
US$20
4 hand massage
US$40
Foot & Leg Massage with Lotion or Oil
Foot & leg massage with herbal oil, coconut oil, or coconut lotion.
30 minutes2 hand massage
US$20
4 hand massage
US$40
Head, Neck, and Shoulder Massage
Head, neck, and shoulder massage with herbal oil or coconut oil.
30 minutes2 hand massage
US$20
4 hand massage
US$40
Pre-Flight Massage Package
Designed to relax and rejuvenate before a flight and protect your skin from dehydration.
Includes:
- Head massage with coconut oil
- Back, neck, & shoulder massage with coconut lotion
- Foot & leg massage with coconut lotion
90 minutes2 hand massage
US$55
4 hand massage
US$100
After Flight Massage Package
Designed to ease tension and restore nutrients to the skin after a long flight.
- Head Massage with Herbal Oil
- Arms, Head, Back, & Neck Massage with Herbal Oil
- Leg & Foot Massage with Herbal Oil
90 minutes2 hand massage
US$55
4 hand massage
US$100
Floating Sound Bath
Indulge in a floating sound bath in your private pool. Live performers create an enveloping soundscape with crystal singing bowls. As you float beneath the sky, the resonant tones wash over you, helping to release tension and restore inner balance.
1 hour For 1 person
US$40
For 2 people
US$50
For 3 people
US$60
For 4 people
US$70
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