All the staff were very welcoming and attentive, always asking if we needed anything and were ok. The rooms were clean and aircon was very good. Plenty selection of food for breakfast. We enjoyed that the instructors that lived in the resort joined us at dinner so if you were a solo traveler you would not be on your own. The Barman was amazing and always making the best cocktails. The location for the kiting was good, with a short boat ride over the other side of lagoon. Really good set up with their own little hut to store kit and get out the sun if needed. Our instructors yassine and suji were very professional and were patient and keen to get you riding so you got the most of your time. They had their own safety boat which were always on standby if you got into trouble. Overall an amazing experience just too short but would definitely recommend to anyone.

Nothing really but maybe if there were some bicycles to use as part of resort you can explore more of the local area.

We spent 6 nights in this resort as non-kite surfers. Overall, this is a beautifully-kept resort with what is probably the best pool in Kalpitiya. The room was comfortable, with AC but no fridge. Daily cleaning was available if required. A buffet breakfast with eggs cooked to order was served at the property while lunch/dinner and the bar were at the sister property 3-4 minutes walk away. We were really impressed by the staff who were all friendly, helpful and hard-working. There was a good atmosphere in the resort. Note that outings to the oceanfront or Kalpitiya town require a tuktuk ride unless you are happy doing a longish walk in the heat.

The evening meals were a little variable in quality.

I have spent 2 weeks in Sri Lanka and I was the first 5 days in Da Silva. I loved it ! You can find more fancy/luxuxry place in Sri Lanka, but honestly you should try Da Silva cause it's more friendly though. The staff was great and the nature was amazing, I feel it was more relaxed than other fancier place in Sri Lanka. To be honest in the beginning we chose Da Silva cause it was cheaper than other places, but in the end we truly loved it cause we really felt at home there. I highly recommend, especially if you want to kite surf there (don't trust the weather forecast, most days they say you can't kite, but in the end the wind is better than expected)

nothing in particular. everything was great

We absolutely loved our stay! The staff was extremely helpful, welcoming and really made sure that all of our needs were met. The location is also perfect. You are right in front of the lagoon so you can always check out the wind conditions for your upcoming kitesurfing session and enjoy a beautiful sunset view. They offer great kite classes with very knowledgeable instructors, provide modern and top notch gear and the whole crew will make sure you have a good kitesurfing experience. The food was also delicious and lunch was always ready for us as soon as we came back from the water. Nalika, Saffris and everyone else on the team, thank you for making our stay so beautiful! Will definitely come back.

I would say one of the best Hotels in Kalpitiya. We stayed 18 days with a family of 5 (3 kids 3,10,11 years old). We stayed in the Family rooms. Its hard to judge Hotels post covid, or with the current crisis in Srilanka. The hotel was well maintained and the Staff were super friendly. Nalika on the Reception was lovely and always very helpful, as well as the Staff in the Restaurant. The Food was local and healthy. (Kids had different options available) A boat to the kite beach is available two times a day, as well as Kitesurflessons and Material for rent. Kamal who was driving the boat was super friendly and just wonderful also with our youngest daughter. We hired a babysitter during the time we were there. (no English speaking but a pair of eyes on my youngest was important for us, so we could Kitesurf together). With no wind Upul suggested different options (wakeboarding, excursions, pool, Massage) and the pool was very refreshing with regular Coconuts. All together Wonderfull place.

We have been one of the only guests among with a few others. All the meals were served in the other hotel. (300 meters walk). At times I found it very challenging to walk with my 3 year old back and forward. For my older Kids there was no issue. The wind was challenging (Summer wind direction) especially for beginners, very gusty and not suitable for kids to learn.

Clean spacious rooms, lovely well kept grounds and pool, the food was delicious, amazing and helpful staff, great set up in general - very social you meet lots of people, convenient location for kiting right next to the lagoon. You have everything you need on site that you don't need to leave!

Everything was super nice. The Surf instructior and the rest of the crew are super nice. Very nice spot for Kite and Windsurfing. Bring your own stuff if you want to have good windsurf equipment. They have everything for a quick session. Kitesurf Equipment is new and everything there. We will come back on February 🫶

The stuff are so nice and do everything to make my stay great! The AC room are super and the pool is a big plus! The atmosphere was so cool and relaxing

The wind was not great… but can’t blame the stuff…) The kite instructor don’t have radio so once you are surfing you are alone

A perfect location to kitesurf/windsurf in Kalpitiya! The complex consists of the more busy Wind resort (food, bar, kite rental, beach bungalows etc) and the more quiet Palm resort (pool, AC rooms). We were very happy with our relaxing stay in the Palm resort and the kitesurfing days on the lagoon. They have new North gear to rent. The staff was very helpful with any worry or question you might have. Breakfast was nice, with eggs made to order and a Sri Lankan cuisine option available. ~30 min walk to the Kalpitiya village or to the oceanfront towards Kandakuliya provides more food and shop options.

The reception area was welcoming and spacious with pool and table tennis and a mezzanine floor (perfect for yoga). Rooms were simply furnished but spotlessly clean. The gardens and pool were lovely with beds and beach towels. The breakfast was excellent as was the al la carte menu which was reasonably priced. The staff were diligent and helpful, consistently trying hard to make your stay enjoyable. Nalika was charming as were the chef. The garden/pool chap was always working hard. Everywhere was extremely clean and tidy. There was a nice relaxed vibe about the place. We would definitely return.

The kite surfing was poorly organised and let the resort down. The wind was good but due to a lack of staff, we had to wait all day for our 90 minute theory lesson. One of the instructors showed a lack of concern when a student fell and was stuck far out on the lagoon for a significant amount of time; he could have surfed out to her to reassure her but he didn't and she became really scared. The boat had difficulty starting which wasted time. There are many teaching centres in this area so it would be an idea to check out the most recent reviews as I'm sure it changes over the season.