Hotels in Sri lanka

Within just 30 minutes drive from Trincomalee, Jungle Beach is located in Kuchchaveli, on the eastern seaboard of Sri Lanka. Jungle Beach is every bit as its name implies – spectacularly set in an entirely natural and harmonious blend of Sri Lanka’s most celebrated virtues – its wondrous beaches and teeming jungles.

Nestled within a secluded 10-acre reserve, sandwiched between the vast Indian Ocean and a lagoon filled with colorful birds, this luxury beach resort beckons with over 4km of private beaches, tropical mangroves and endless pursuits. 48 luxurious villas of modern design yet crafted from indigenous materials as to appear born of the jungle and fused in harmony with the natural surroundings all offering spectacular views of the ocean. Each villa tucked deeply within luscious foliage, offers utmost privacy and seclusion. Spacious 650 square feet villas, each one luxuriously appointed with king sized beds, high-end entertainment systems, private decks and outdoor rain showers.

Located along the beachfront and set just meters from the pristine beaches of the stunning Pasikudha Bay famous for its gentle swell across one of Sri Lanka’s shallowest beach where guests can walk waist- deep to the edge of the coral reef. Turquoise waves gently break their long stroll over coral reefs as it caress the powdery white sands warmed by the sun, sitting at the centre is Uga Bay the 46 Studios built in a cluster style brimming with vibrant energy, offering its guests a memorable ocean vacation. The accommodation at Uga Bay is unique in many ways.

Located along the beachfront and set just meters from the pristine beaches of the stunning Passikudha Bay comprises of 46 spacious 500 square foot rooms, a Bay Suite and a Beach Chalet. The architecture is contemporary tropical fused with a Mediterranean theme set amidst swaying palms. Each cluster features two Beach View Studios upstairs and two Studios on ground level offering breathtaking views of the palm fringed garden.

Imagine a place where the gentle rays of the morning sun greet you each day along with the sweet serenade of waves eagerly rushing to shore. Outside your doorstep lies pure soft sand along an untouched stretch of beach, bordered by dazzling shades of blue. Innovative style meets barefoot island living at one of the most unique Pasikuda hotels along Sri Lanka’s East Coast; welcome to Anantaya Resorts & Spa, Passikudah. Surrounded by tropical greenery, our sanctuary by the sea features 50 rooms and 5 villas.

Blending traditional aesthetics with modern luxuries, they provide the perfect getaway in which to unwind and celebrate life. Each new day brings with it new opportunities; explore enchanting world’s beneath the waves, dine at one of two distinctive restaurants savouring evocative local flavours or indulge in personal pampering at our holistic spa. Just as the horizon stretching before you, the possibilities here are endless.

Leopard Trails Bespoke Tented safaris redefine the original tented safari with convenient modern-day amenities, all the while staying true to the romantic ambiance of a by-gone British colonial era filled with adventure. Tented Safari is the most authentic form of safari, a true immersion into the sights and sounds of the wilderness.

Luxury boutique hotel and spa located in Anuradhapura, North Central of Sri Lanka. Built on 58 lush acres bordering two ancient reservoirs, surrounded by unspoilt nature and tucked away in complete privacy, the resort offers 20 spacious and luxurious chalets, 19 stand alone chalets and one suite, each with its own private plunge pool with all modern amenities. Ulagalla Resort is the perfect base for travelers with a thirst for adventure and a passion for wildlife. But we understand that great adventures are also about elegant simplicity – to return to a cool dip in the pool, rejuvenate in the spa or sip a sundowner on a private deck.Located at the center of the Cultural Triangle and close to national parks, Ulagalla is the perfect base for travelers with a thirst for adventure and passion for wildlife.

The resort offers many excursions and guided tours: A cycling tour can be taken to explore the ancient capital of Anuradhapura in a novel way. Exciting wildlife safaris to the plains of Minneriya National Park to watch the elephants or further West to Wilpattu National Park – the realm of leopards – are organized with all the necessary permits.Witness the wonder of Kalawewa – a giant reservoir and a proud feat of engineering of an ancient kingdom, or visit the ancient ruins of Ritigala. Explore the marvels of Sigiriya, Dambulla, Polonnaruwa and other sites of archaeological and historical significance on a day trip.

Infused with eco friendly, sustainable modern design, Jetwing Vil Uyana is nestled deep in the heart of the island paradise of Sri Lanka incorporating five main ecological zones from forests to marshes. It is a retreat perfect for tranquility seekers or for those who wish to be close to the island’s rich array of flora and fauna. The challenge of introducing a wetland system on reclaimed agricultural lands provides the unique backdrop for this exciting property. A strong ‘back to nature’ theme pervades your every moment at Jetwing Vil Uyana and the uniqueness of the experience is unforgettable.

It’s a mere 4 hour drive from Colombo, hidden away within the beautiful village of Kalundewa in the historic town of Dambulla. As you drive in through the narrow footpath unwinding at its entrance, the reception area greets you with its strikingly open structure made possible with a blend of wood, steel and glass. Facing the reception is the lake and the wooden platform reaching out into the calm waters surrounded by Kumbuk trees, sit in the lounge and take in the picturesque lake nestling cozily amongst a ring of mountains listening to the soft musical bird-songs.

Well appointed luxurious villas with king beds, offer the utmost comfort and refinement to ensure that your stay at Water Garden Sigiriya will be like nothing you have experienced before. The large living area with pristine views into the water ways allows the discerning traveler to relish the tropical setting from the cool air-conditioned comforts of the chalet.

The Kandy House is a unique ancestral manor house (walauwa) providing seclusion and serenity for its guests in a lush, tropical garden setting, close to Kandy. With only 9 bedrooms, this Kandy hotel, aims is to give guests an experience of staying more in a private house than a conventional hotel. Traditional Kandyan architecture has been blended with Bawa-influenced modern, polished titanium cement floors and bathrooms. In the gardens, a stunning infinity pool has been landscaped into the hillside overlooking the rice paddy fields. Delicious European fusion and Sri Lankan cuisine is on offer. Well-placed to spend time to relax as well as explore a broad selection of Sri Lanka’s primary destinations in the Cultural Triangle and Tea Country, including the Temple of the Tooth and the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens.

The house can also be booked as a whole for important celebrations with friends, or just for the peace of mind of a group having total privacy away from the public eye. The Kandy House also makes an ideal honeymoon hotel in Sri Lanka, in a quiet peaceful setting, honeymooners can enjoy the infinity pool, private dining, yoga or massages.

“Clingendael” is located in the Kandian Hills on the premises of the Victoria Golf & Country Resort, some 20 minutes from Kandy the ancient and historic hill capital of Sri Lanka.This large stately home, built in Dutch Sri Lankan style with materials dating back to 1782, with its spacious “wrap around verandahs and colonnades”, allows one to relive the colonial atmosphere of comfort and service of glorious days gone by .

The Clingendael Resident Manager, the in-house chef and permanent staff of 8, will be there to cater for your exclusive needs.Situated on a hill at an elevation of some 80 meters, the visitor to Clingendael will enjoy a 230 degree, breathtaking view, over the reservoir of the Victoria Dam, as well as the 18 hole international championship golf course, with in the background the “Knuckels” mountain range.The property provides 7 different locations for intimate and private dining, whether on one of its cool verandahs, in one of its garden pergolas, overlooking the pond, the pool or the golf course or in the vacinity of one of the water features of the gardens situated on the hill at the back of “Clingendael”.

Serene, quiet and extraordinary in more ways than one, the Stone House is your private getaway in the hills of Sri Lanka. Just five minutes from Kandy town and twenty minutes from surrounding areas of cultural and historical interest, Stone House gives you a special holiday that can be enjoyed abundantly in the property’s 3 luxury rooms and fully equipped suites.

Where else in the world can you stay in a converted tea factory, pluck your own tea and take it home with you as a souvenir? At 2kms above sea level, the views over our lush green organic plantations as the sun mingles with the mist is an unforgettable revelation of the beauty that is Nuwara Eliya. Hotels such as ours bring this unique experience to life. Enjoy the captivating setting as you tuck into high tea on the terrace or a delicious tea-themed menu in the restaurant. For an extraordinary Sri Lankan 4 star hotel experience make your way to Heritance Tea Factory, where the kettle is always on.

Ceylon Tea Trails is a collection of five colonial era tea planters’ bungalows restored to impeccable style, offering a taste of gracious living in 27 suites and rooms, with butler service and original furnishings, accompanied by gourmet meals. Three Relais & Chateaux resorts; Tea Trails, Cape Weligama & Wild Coast Tented Lodge, form an enchanting “Route de Bonheur (Happiness)” from tea fields to clifftop beach & safari lodge. This “best of Sri Lanka” circuit, created by the family owned Dilmah Tea Company, features distinctively original resorts, connected by a thread of peerless service.

At Tea Trails, walking trails connect the bungalows which are from 2km to 15km apart. Follow the Tea Trail from one unique bungalow to the next, staying a night or two at each or just laze in one. Rates are fully inclusive of gourmet meals and drinks, including spirits and wines. Even service charges, taxes and laundry are included. We won’t bother you with bills.

Architecturally designed to offer spectacular views of Castlereagh reservoir, Camellia Hills is a modern five-bedroom tea planter’s bungalow that sits on a mountainside in Dickoya surrounded by emerald tea fields and rolling hills. The three Lakeview Bedrooms and two Camellia Bedrooms all offer panoramic views. There’s a cosy open plan lounge with fireplace, and guests can dine indoors or on an open-sided terrace to take advantage of the valley vistas. In the garden lies a 10-metre infinity swimming pool and a relaxation ambalama for absorbing the scene. The climate in the hills is warm during the day yet fresher and cooler at night, and ideal for long walks. Scenic hikes through tea bushes are a highlight of a stay.

Welcome to Thotalagala, a remarkable feat of restoration. The bungalow has been revived to its former glory, with seven themed suites based on personalities that shaped the history of the province of Uva, one of the foremost tea growing regions in Sri Lanka, the finest tea growing region in the world.

Luxury, Eco Friendly Boutique Resort built in a 98 acre tea estate with panoramic views…..12 villa type rooms, Large swimming pool, Restaurant serving Western and Sri Lankan food, Specialty tea menu, Heli Pad, Wifi Access, Bikes for Rent, Hiking and Biking Facilities, Wonderful Treks and Right in front of Ella’s Main Attraction – Little Adams Peak. We do not provide Driver / Guides Accommodation but we are happy to provide you with contact numbers and information of guest houses / hotels in a very close proximity to the resort.

Leopard Trails bespoke tented safaris redefine the original tented safari with convenient modern-day amenities, all the while staying true to the romantic ambiance of a by-gone British colonial era filled with adventure. Tented Safaris is the most authentic form of safari, a true immersion into the sights and sounds of the wilderness.

In Sri Lanka’s deep south, the rustic farming villages round Tissamaharama are divided from the teeming animal and bird life of Yala, Sri Lanka’s oldest and second-largest natural reserve, by a belt of semi-protected Jungle running down to the sea. For centuries, people here have farmed small clearings in the forest called chena, sleeping beside their crops in modest huts to protect them from hungry elephants. Here today, nestling among dunes and trees at the ocean’s edge, you will find Chena Huts, the latest addition to Uga Escapes’ portfolio of luxury hotels.

Overlooking a beach where sea-turtles come to lay eggs by moonlight and elephants wander down from the nearby forest to play in the surf, Chena Huts is fringed on one landward side by tropical jungle and on the other by a saline lake where ibises, painted storks and even flamingos may be seen, wading in the shallows. For guests at Chena Huts, easy access to these natural wonders involves no compromise with comfort or good taste. At this small, select property, the ‘huts’ are in fact luxurious detached, private cabins offering fine views of the surrounding wilderness and seascape.

Wild Coast Tented Lodge sits on a rugged beach on the edge of Yala National Park, where the jungle meets the Indian Ocean. 28 vaulted Cocoons & Urchin tents offer the comfort of a luxury hotel with the excitement of a raw wilderness experience. The open-air bamboo-clad Den and Dining Pavilion – designed to mirror the boulders scattered across the golden beach beyond – wrap around the free-form swimming pool.

Guests can enjoy creative daily-changing menus of authentic Sri Lankan cuisine and sundowner cocktails and picnics al fresco on the sand dunes, watching dusk settle over the Indian Ocean. Three Relais & Chateaux resorts; Tea Trails, Cape Weligama & Wild Coast Tented Lodge, form an enchanting “Route de Bonheur (Happiness)” from tea fields to clifftop beach & safari lodge. This “best of Sri Lanka” circuit, created by the family owned Dilmah Tea Company, features distinctively original resorts, connected by a thread of peerless service.

An unspoiled personal tropical paradise on the southern coast of Sri Lanka. Our spacious rooms create a sense of privacy and relaxation. You can enjoy the finest authentic Sri Lankan cuisine at Bojun Hala, our all day dining restaurant. The unique Artisan Village showcases the local craftsmen allowing guests to absorb the cultural background of the South Coast. Visit the 18-hole golf course or rejuvenate at the signature CHI Spa and discover Shangri-La!

Epitomising authentic luxury along Sri Lanka’s southern coast, Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort offers spectacular seclusion. Surrounded by a 21-acre coconut plantation, golden sandy crescent beach and turquoise ocean, 152 rooms and pool villas are designed for couples, families and differently abled guests. Stay energised with a host of leisure and fitness facilities. Experience indigenous wellness traditions with beach yoga and Ayurvedic spa therapies. Savour poolside refreshments, Sri Lanka’s estate teas and exotic cuisine, locally-inspired teppanyaki, chef hosted degustation nights and Italian cliff-edge dining. Relax in beachfront privacy, or explore the island’s natural and cultural treasures.

Located in a mature coconut grove fronting a crescent-shaped beach, Amanwella is a seaside resort offering 30 contemporary suites, each with private plunge pool and terrace. The resort’s suites are linked by pathways along a landscaped rise with beach and ocean views. Guests can relax on the expansive terrace surrounding the main pool or on the sand beach. The seaside town of Tangalle is nearby and a short stroll will reveal village life and Sri Lanka’s diverse flora and fauna.

Sitting atop a bluff on a stretch of white sand beach on central south coast of Sri Lanka, Ani Villas Sri Lanka commands a panoramic view of brilliant blue waters rolling in among headlands, reefs, and sandbars. The sprawling 15 bedroom beachfront compound was designed to offer large groups and families an exclusive and pampered vacation. A full staff and service teams including private butlers, chefs, housekeepers, concierge service, and security-all exclusively yours.

Created by Reda Amalou and AW2 of Paris, the property combines contemporary tropical architecture with the finest bespoke finishes and furnishings. The facility itself includes a spa, oversized oceanfront pools, dedicated children’s pools with exciting waterslides, and a plethora of spaces for dining and entertainment. An event pavilion and related facilities allow the property to host a wide range of events including weddings and corporate retreats.

This gorgeous cliff top resort inhabits 12 tropical acres above the Indian Ocean near Galle. 39 Villas & Suites offer the most sumptuous rooms in Sri Lanka, set out like a traditional Sri Lankan village. Three Relais & Chateaux resorts; Tea Trails, Cape Weligama & Wild Coast Tented Lodge, form an enchanting “Route de Bonheur (Happiness)” from tea fields to clifftop beach & safari lodge. This “best of Sri Lanka” circuit, created by the family owned Dilmah Tea Company, features distinctively original resorts, connected by a thread of peerless service.

At Cape Weligama’s Ocean Terrace guests interact with chefs to select fresh seafood. Tableau serves daily changing modern Sri Lanka cuisine. The Cape Club is the venue for afternoon cream tea, sunset cocktails & nightcaps. The Surf Bar is poised at the cliff edge, perfect for lunch and sundowners after a morning surfing. The iconic 60m crescent shaped infinity pool takes in sweeping 270-degree blue views.

A 6 suite luxury boutique hotel located on a pristine stretch of beach in the southern most point of the island in a town called Mirissa. All suites are styled with intricate attention to detail in design and comfort. They feature touches of hand-crafted leather, decadent glass bottle lights, designer furniture, seashells and beautiful drift wood to create that beachcomber feeling.

The integrated boutique Ubuntu concept shares the same boutique spirit and feeling as the Lantern Hotel, creating a relaxed environment, tastefully appointed with private and communal areas for guests to chill out and relax or greet and meet people from all over the world. The 8 bedroom concept includes 4 courtyard rooms, with garden courtyards and outdoor showers suitable for all including couples and families with young children, and 4 ocean view rooms, exquisitely detailed spaces, which seamlessly connect the sky, ocean, and sand to the room.

A luxury 53 room boutique resort located on the Southern shores of Sri Lanka. The Fortress has been styled after Galle’s powerful ancient Dutch Fort, blending the country’s Dutch and Portuguese influences with Sri Lankan motifs and indigenous furnishings to echo the historic days of Old Ceylon. This has been artfully and sensitively fused with innovative architecture, high design features, state-of-the-art technology, sensual living spaces with naturally modern design, and incredible gastronomic experiences, to stunning effect. The Fortress will offer unprecedented levels of service, extraordinary innovation, attention to detail and a unique blend of Old Ceylon with Modern Asia.

In the historic port of Galle, Amangalla sits within the ramparts of the 17th-century Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Named after the Sanskrit word for ‘peace’ and galla, the Sinhalese word for the town of Galle, the resort reveals the Fort’s daily activities and its rich legacy. Offering views of the resort’s 200-year-old gardens and of the Fort and harbour beyond, Amangalla provides for the leisurely exploration of this historic trading port and the surrounding countryside.

Begin your Galle quest at Fort Bazaar, a handsome merchant’s home-turned-boutique hotel with 18 stylish guestrooms and fresh, contemporary interiors invoking a Middle Eastern vibe. Positioned on Church Street within a UNESCO-listed 17th century fort, this spa hotel in Galle promises serenity, high-end service and gourmet modern dining, and makes a very welcoming retreat from the bustling cobbled streets of Galle Fort.

Relax and de-compress at The Wallawwa, 18 bedroom beautifully renovated country house hotel set amongst tropical gardens and just 15 minutes from Colombo airport or 30 minutes from downtown Colombo. Listed by Conde Nast as one of the top 100 hotels of the world 2015, it is the perfect start or end to any holiday in Sri Lanka.

Relax and de-compress at The Wallawwa, 18 bedroom beautifully renovated country house hotel set amongst tropical gardens and just 15 minutes from Colombo airport or 30 minutes from downtown Colombo. Listed by Conde Nast as one of the top 100 hotels of the world 2015, it is the perfect start or end to any holiday in Sri Lanka.

Built over 250 years ago, Tamarind Hill, Galle is a magnificent colonial manor house. Today it is a Small Luxury Hotel of the World. Marvellous living is defined in each of the ten spacious rooms & two grand suites, with a great selection of antiques. Suites offer a private balcony and exclusive butler service. Modern ingredients sit side by side with history … In-room dining, complimentary wifi, LED screen TV’s and more. Tamarind Hill’s exquisite dining, signature treatments at the spa, a secluded infinity pool and the Gini Ganga river that flows by, are all part of fine pleasures here.

Once the home of a Scottish spice merchant, this colonial house built in the 1860’s has been converted into a small hotel which exudes a country house atmosphere. With seven highly individual bedrooms, it is well known for its fine dining, its privacy, and its eclectic collection of artwork, books and furniture. Perched high on a hill, yet only a five minute stroll away from the center of the seaside town of Galle, The Sun House offers panoramic views of the Galle and the World Heritage site of Galle Fort.

The Villa Bentota is a unique and private beach-side hotel; Paradise Road’s newest property located 2 hours south of Colombo. Offering 15 individually designed rooms and suites with all modern amenities and services, The Villa Bentota is located in the Mohotti Walauwa which was Geoffrey Bawa’s first boutique hotel in Sri Lanka. Refurbished and extended with incredible sensitivity to the original design, Shanth Fernando has created yet another masterpiece to give those who stay in the city at Tintagel a new special resort option in true Paradise Road style.

With sprawling coconut palm-dressed lawns opening to the sea, two swimming pools, a restaurant, The Villa Café open to all passers-by and a Paradise Road gift store, The Villa Shop and an art gallery, The Villa Gallery, The Villa Bentota is a must-stop for all those traveling down the southern coast of Sri Lanka.

Saman Villas is laid out on a magnificent rocky headland dividing two long, surf-swept golden beaches. Close by is a sleepy fishing village but you would not know it, the only sounds are sea gulls’ cries and the surf below. The resort is inspired by ancient Sri Lankan architecture. The restaurants, bars and villa suites are all angled to take full advantage of the sea shore vista either side of the headland. A terraced garden draws the eye to a dramatic infinity-edge pool.

Nestled between leafy Park Street and the lakeside temple of Gangarama, one of Colombo’s principal Buddhist shrines, Residence is a unique boutique hotel in the heart of Sri Lanka’s capital city. Built in the nineteenth century by Sheikh Salehboy Moosajee, it is one of the few remaining buildings of its kind in Colombo. Originally a family home, the house was designed to host receptions and entertainment on a grand scale, with great halls, expansive gardens and stables for visitors’ carriage-horses.

Today, Residence is a luxurious eleven-suite city hotel owned and managed by Uga Escapes. Its design is glamorous, contemporary and comfortable, but recalls the rich history of the building and the surrounding area. With a large garden, swimming pool, gym, bar and ‘great room’, Residence offers plenty of spaces to meet, relax or celebrate.

Tintagel is a unique and private hotel, situated in the heart of Colombo’s most elite neighborhood. Offering 10 individually designed suites with all modern amenities and services, Tintagel is housed in astunning heritage structure of national importance that was previously home to three of Sri Lanka’s political leaders.

Nestled in the heart of Cinnamon Gardens, Le Papillon is an ideal spot from which to discover Colombo. From here, guests can make the most of all that the lively city has to offer. With its convenient location, the property offers easy access to the city’s must-see destinations.At Le Papillon, the excellent service and superior facilities make for an unforgettable stay. Guests can enjoy on-site features like free Wi-Fi in all rooms, 24-hour room service, daily housekeeping, 24-hour front desk, express check-in/check-out.

All guest accommodations feature thoughtful amenities to ensure an unparalleled sense of comfort. The property’s host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. Le Papillon is an ideal place of stay for travelers seeking charm, comfort, and convenience in Colombo.

A true treasure situated in the heart of Colombo, Maniumpathy was home to five generations of a distinguished family. Originally built over one and a half centuries ago, the house has been carefully restored, preserving its historical splendour, transforming it into a modern-day boutique hotel of just eight suites.

The house in 33rd Lane is an essay in architectural bricollage. In 1958 Bawa bought the third in a row of four small houses which lay along a short cul-de-sac at the end of a narrow suburban lane and converted it into a pied-à-terre with living room, bedroom, tiny kitchen and room for a servant. When the fourth bungalow became vacant this was colonised to serve as dining room and second living room. Ten years later the remaining bungalows were acquired and added into the composition and the first in the row was demolished to be replaced by a four-storey tower.

Relax and de-compress at The Wallawwa, 18 bedroom beautifully renovated country house hotel set amongst tropical gardens and just 15 minutes from Colombo airport or 30 minutes from downtown Colombo. Listed by Conde Nast as one of the top 100 hotels of the world 2015, it is the perfect start or end to any holiday in Sri Lanka.

Relax and de-compress at The Wallawwa, 18 bedroom beautifully renovated country house hotel set amongst tropical gardens and just 15 minutes from Colombo airport or 30 minutes from downtown Colombo. Listed by Conde Nast as one of the top 100 hotels of the world 2015, it is the perfect start or end to any holiday in Sri Lanka.

A six-bedroom boutique hotel located a mere 45 minutes drive from Colombo’s main international airport, The Notary’s House combines elegant design, heritage furnishings, an outdoor pool and large gardens to offer guests tranquil base to rest, relax and recuperate.