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City in Southern Province, Sri Lanka
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Hambantota is a town in the Southern Province of Sri Lanka.
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Oceanfront property with pool and chaise lounges fronting picturesque beach, restaurant, wifi, but some mosquito and other issues.
Outdoor pool, beach access, wifi, dining.
Pool, spa, gym, beach access, dining. Peacocks, monkeys running around. May be some a/c, wifi, hot water issues.
For the fussy traveler who only wants the best. Have a toddy when you're not out on the links by the beach.
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