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Waterland is a relaxed kind of place and so is our food.
The Flying Hamilton restaurant showcases classic Sri Lankan dishes and fusion cuisine. Dining here is an event, with breakfast and dinner featuring live action cooking.
Each dish is made with freshly ingredients, aromatic herbs, and exotic spices.
The Flying Hamilton takes its name from the Hamilton Canal. For several hundred years, spice barges traveled along the canal.
To make the cuisine approachable for all our guests, we do not cook with chilies.
All prices in US dollars (USD).
A 10% service charge is added to all food, drinks, and activities along with a 1% tax by the Sri Lankan Tourist Development Agency (SLTDA).
Breakfast
Served from 8:00am - 10:00am in the dining room patios.
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 is added to all food, drinks, and activities along with a 1% tax by the Sri Lankan Tourist Development Agency (SLTDA).Full Breakfast
Full breakfast includes:
- Main course
- Fruit
- Juice
- Coffee or tea
15 $US
Floating Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast in your pool on a floating tray.
Floating tray is for 2 people.
Cost per floating tray is 10 USD.1 Floating Tray (For 1-2 people)
10 $US
2 Floating Trays (for 3-4 People)
20 $US
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.
7 $US
Vegan
Wheat
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.
7 $US
Vegan
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.
7 $US
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.
7 $US
Vegetarian
Eggs
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.
7 $US
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.
7 $US
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.
7 $US
Vegetarian
Eggs
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 with exotic seasonal tropical fruits.
4 $US
Vegetarian
Fresh Fruit
A bowl of fresh, seasonal fruit.
4 $US
Vegan
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.
4 $US
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.
The coffee is served in a coffee pot and serves up to 2 people.
Our coffee pots are made locally at a porcelain factory across the river.
5 $US
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/tea box.
The tea is served in a pot and serves up to 2 people.
Our tea pots are made at a porcelain factory across the river.
3 $US
Vegan
Gluten free
Espresso
Made with imported espresso beans
4 $US
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.
4 $US
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 is added to all food, drinks, and activities along with a 1% tax by the Sri Lankan Tourist Development Agency (SLTDA).Floating Lunch
Enjoy lunch in your pool on a floating tray.
Floating tray is for 2 people.
Cost per floating tray is 10 USD.1 Floating Tray (For 1-2 people)
10 $US
2 Floating Trays (for 3-4 People)
20 $US
Asian Noodles
Silky Asian noodles tossed in a fragrant blend of soya sauce, sesame seed oil, and aromatic spices. Vegetables
8 $US
Chicken
10 $US
Fish
10 $US
Prawns
10 $US
Chicken Satay
Chicken Satay on a bed of rice of the day 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.
12 $US
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
8 $US
Chicken
10 $US
Cheese
10 $US
Fish
10 $US
Prawns
10 $US
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
8 $US
Chicken
10 $US
Prawns
10 $US
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
8 $US
Chicken
10 $US
Prawns
10 $US
Vegetarian
Pasta with Cream Sauce
Tender pasta folded into a luxurious cream sauce, simmered to velvety perfection. Rich, comforting, and delicately seasoned.Vegetables
8 $US
Chicken
10 $US
Prawns
10 $US
Vegetarian
Bol de smoothie aux fruits
Le smoothie bowl commence par du lait caillé de buffle, une préparation riche et crémeuse semblable à du yaourt. Le tout est garni de fruits frais de saison, de muesli et de mélasse de kithul. La mélasse de kithul est fabriquée à partir de la sève de la fleur du palmier jaggery.
7 $US
Vegetarian
Appetizers & Snacks
All prices in US dollars (USD).
A 10% service charge is added to all food, drinks, and activities along with a 1% tax by the Sri Lankan Tourist Development Agency (SLTDA).Soupe de noix de coco à la citronnelle
Bouillon de poulet maison préparé avec du curcuma, de la citronnelle et du lait de coco.Chicken
6 $US
Prawns
6 $US
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.
6 $US
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.
5 $US
Vegan
Dinner
Served from 6:30pm - 8:30pm.
All prices in US dollars (USD).
A 10% service charge is added to all food, drinks, and activities along with a 1% tax by the Sri Lankan Tourist Development Agency (SLTDA).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
8 $US
Chicken
10 $US
Cheese
10 $US
Fish
10 $US
Prawns
10 $US
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
8 $US
Chicken
10 $US
Fish
10 $US
Prawns
10 $US
Vegetarian
Sesame
Peanuts
Tree nuts
Wheat
Chicken Kebabs
Juicy, grilled chicken kebabs marinated in a blend of aromatic spices and cooked to perfection. Served with a tangy BBQ sauce.
12 $US
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.
13 $US
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.
14 $US
Grilled Vegetables
A colorful medley of fresh vegetables, grilled and lightly seasoned to highlight their natural flavors.
Served alongside a fluffy pyramid of fragrant rice.
Paired with crisp, refreshing coleslaw and a rich sauce.
10 $US
Vegetarian
Pasta with Olive Oil and Garlic
Vegetables
8 $US
Chicken
10 $US
Prawns
10 $US
Vegetarian
Pasta with Cream Sauce
Vegetables
8 $US
Chicken
10 $US
Prawns
10 $US
Vegetarian
Toasties
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
8 $US
Chicken
10 $US
Prawns
10 $US
Vegetarian
Dessert
All prices in US dollars (USD).
A 10% service charge is added to all food, drinks, and activities along with a 1% tax by the Sri Lankan Tourist Development Agency (SLTDA).Fresh Fruit
A bowl of fresh, seasonal fruit.
4 $US
Vegan
Gluten free
Ananas grillé avec glace à la vanille et sauce caramel
Fabriqué uniquement à partir des parties les plus succulentes de l'ananas. Glacé au sucre, au jus de citron vert et à la cannelle de Ceylan.
6 $US
Vegan
Gluten free
Sautéed Bananas (Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday)
Warm, caramelized bananas sautéed to golden perfection, their natural sweetness intensified with a hint of spice.
Served alongside rich, velvety treacle ice cream, creating a luscious contrast of warm and cold, soft and creamy.
6 $US
Vegetarian
Gluten free
Poffertjes (Dutch Pancakes) with Vanilla Ice Cream
Light, fluffy round pancakes, golden-brown and perfectly pillowy, served warm off the griddle.
Accompanied by a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream that melts slightly over the soft pancakes.
Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Poffertjes reflects the influence of the Dutch on the island. The Dutch ruled over much of the island in the 17th and 18th centuries.
7 $US
Vegetarian
Vanilla & Treacle Ice Cream
3 scoops of vanilla ice cream blended with kithul treacle and Ceylon cinnamon.
Topped with caramel sauce.
Served in a coconut shell.
5 $US
Vegetarian
Gluten free
Affogato
A classic Italian treat, our affogato pairs rich, velvety vanilla ice cream with a shot of freshly brewed espresso.
The hot espresso slowly melts the ice cream, creating a bittersweet symphony of flavors.
5 $US
Vegetarian
Dessert Wine (Marcel Martin Muscadet)
Refreshing sweet dessert wine with aromas of citrus and apple.
25 $US
Vegetarian
Gluten free
Cold Drinks
Keep yourself hydrated in the tropical climate.
There is bottled water in your villas. If you need more bottled water in your villas, please inform the staff.
All prices in US dollars (USD).
A 10% service charge is added to all food, drinks, and activities along with a 1% tax by the Sri Lankan Tourist Development Agency (SLTDA).Sparkling Water / Soda
3 $US
Vegan
Tonic
3 $US
Vegan
Ginger Beer
Sri Lankan ginger beer has a sharp, robust taste.
Highly recommended for those who like ginger.
3 $US
Vegan
Juice of the Day
Fresh juice made with seasonal fruit
4 $US
Vegan
Fresh Lime Soda
Sparkling water with lime juice and sugar syrup.
4 $US
Vegan
Glacière à la pastèque
Jus de pastèque frais agrémenté de jus de concombre frais et de Sprite. Servi sur glace pilée.
4 $US
Vegan
Banana Lassi
Curd, milk, salt, bananas, and sugar syrup.
4 $US
Vegetarian
Iced Turmeric Latte
Prepared with coconut milk, turmeric, ginger, sugar, and Ceylon cinnamon. Served over ice.
5 $US
Vegan
Slushy
A wonderfully refreshing drink perfect for the tropics.
Ask your waiter about the slushy flavor of the day.
3 $US
Vegan
Coffee and Tea
All prices in US dollars (USD).
A 10% service charge is added to all food, drinks, and activities along with a 1% tax by the Sri Lankan Tourist Development Agency (SLTDA).Cappuccino
Made in our cappuccino machine with thick foam.
4 $US
Gluten free
Espresso
Made with imported espresso beans
4 $US
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.
The coffee is served in a coffee pot and serves up to 2 people.
Our coffee pots are made locally at a porcelain factory across the river.
5 $US
Vegan
Gluten free
Affogato
A classic Italian treat, our affogato pairs rich, velvety vanilla ice cream with a shot of freshly brewed espresso.
The hot espresso slowly melts the ice cream, creating a bittersweet symphony of flavors.
5 $US
Vegetarian
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/tea box.
The tea is served in a pot and serves up to 2 people.
Our tea pots are made at a porcelain factory across the river.
3 $US
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.
4 $US
Vegan
Gluten free
Experiences
There is lots to do in and around Waterland.
Details about experiences including videos and photos are on our webpage: www.waterlandvilla.com
All prices in US dollars (USD).
A 10% service charge is added to all food, drinks, and activities along with a 1% tax by the Sri Lankan Tourist Development Agency (SLTDA).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.Nager
Profitez du luxe d'une piscine privée en vous relaxant et en vous rafraîchissant dans et autour de la piscine.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 the an English-speaking/Sinhala-speaking guide, boat captain, life jackets, and plush seat covers. Per Villa (Group of up to 6 people)
50 $US
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 advancePer Person
25 $US
Flying Dress Photoshoot
A flying dress provides a fun, unusual, and glamorous way to showcase your beauty and celebrate the natural setting. We take the photos using your phone so you have instant access to the photos.
35 $US
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.Per Person
5 $US
Spa
Spa treatments are done by your private pool.
Please reserve in advance.
All prices in US dollars (USD).
10% service charge added to all spa treatments.Back Massage
Back massage with lotion or oil.
Massage is done by the pool of your villa.
Please reserve in advance.
30 minutes.
15 $US
Foot & Leg Massage with Lotion or Oil
Foot & leg massage with oil or lotion.
Massage is done by the pool of your villa.
Please reserve in advance.
30 minutes
15 $US
Head, Neck, and Shoulder Massage
Head, neck, and shoulder massage with oil.
Massage is done in the sitting area outside your villa.
Please reserve in advance.
30 minutes
15 $US
Pre-Flight Massage Package
Designed to relax and rejuvenate before a flight.
Includes:
- Head massage with coconut oil
- Back, neck, & shoulder massage with coconut lotion
- Foot & leg massage with coconut lotion
Massage is done by your private pool.
Please reserve in advance.
90 minutes
45 $US
After Flight Massage Package
Designed to restore nutrients to the skin after a long flight and to promote a relaxed feeling.
- Head Massage with Herbal Oil
- Arms, Head, Back, & Neck Massage with Herbal Oil
- Leg & Foot Massage with Herbal Oil
Massage is done by your private pool.
Please reserve in advance.
90 minutes
45 $US
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