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Luxury holidays to Sri Lanka: luxury hotel holidays, touring holidays and special interest holidays

Our Sri Lanka offers you luxury, tailor-made holidays and tours for individuals, staying at a personally-selected range of Sri Lankan hotels in a wide number of regions throughout the country. Our holidays throughout Sri Lanka are for single-centre beach or country stays, multi-centre stays and touring holidays. We offer a range of accommodation options from eco-lodges to luxury resorts, but often we choose boutique hotels of character that reflect the region. All our holidays and tours (with chauffeur-guide) are for individuals (not groups) travelling as singles, couples and families or a combination. Sri Lanka is a perfect destination for a varied holiday with the island not only offering natural beaches, but also an immense range of scenery, wildlife and culture. Enjoy an authentic and cultural adventure in this fascinating country, with experiences from spa treatments to walking, from bird-watching to staying in luxury safari tented camps, from visiting temples to tea plantations. With Expressions Holidays you benefit from over thirty years’ experience in constructing luxury, tailor-made holidays.

Frequently Asked Questions

Because it is genuinely one of the most rewarding destinations available to the well-travelled, and one where the quality of the experience has risen sharply in the last decade. Sri Lanka is roughly half the size of England, yet contains five UNESCO World Heritage Sites within a single compact region, a hill country of extraordinary beauty carpeted in tea estates, a south coast with some of the most architecturally distinctive boutique hotels in Asia, a colonial capital in Galle that repays days of unhurried exploration, and a north and north-east that is only recently open to tourism and remains almost entirely unvisited. The country is warm, genuinely hospitable, culturally rich and logistically uncomplicated for the independent traveller. Distances are manageable. The food — which has evolved far beyond the tourist hotel version of Sri Lankan cuisine — is a revelation. And the quality of accommodation, from converted tea-planter's bungalows in the hill country to architect-designed boutique hotels on the south coast, would hold its own against comparable properties anywhere in the world. If you have been putting it off, this is the moment.
The driver-guide is central to how we organise touring holidays in Sri Lanka, and for very good reason. Your English-speaking driver-guide meets you on arrival at Colombo airport and remains with you throughout the touring portion of your holiday — not as a lecturer, but as a knowledgeable companion who can navigate the roads, explain what you're seeing at your own pace, make spontaneous stops where they add most, and open doors — quite literally, in some cases — that a hire car and a map would not. Sri Lanka rewards curiosity and the ability to divert, and a good driver-guide makes that possible without logistical anxiety. The roads vary from excellent to testing, and knowing which routes to take and at what time of day is a practical skill that comes with experience. We also use the driver-guide to connect what might otherwise feel like a sequence of separate visits into a coherent, unfolding understanding of the country — its history, its Buddhist and Hindu traditions, its colonial layers, its food culture. It is a mode of travel that suits our clients extremely well precisely because it combines the freedom of private travel with local knowledge that no guidebook can replicate.
Genuinely exceptional, in many cases, and often in categories that don't exist in the same form elsewhere. In the hill country, converted tea-planter's bungalows — properties like Ceylon Tea Trails, Goatfell or Nine Skies — offer something entirely unique: small, beautifully maintained colonial houses set within working estates, with views across thousands of acres of tea terraces, attentive staff and food that reflects the estate's own produce. On the south coast and around Galle, the influence of Geoffrey Bawa — Sri Lanka's greatest architect, who effectively invented a school of tropical modernism — runs through many of the most interesting properties, from the legendary Lunuganga (Bawa's own country house, now a hotel) to the Amangalla inside Galle Fort. In the Cultural Triangle, several of the lodges are set within their own private natural landscapes and offer a degree of seclusion and design quality that genuinely surprises first-time visitors. The common thread is authenticity — these are not international chain hotels transplanted to a tropical setting but properties that feel entirely of their place. We know the differences between them — from first-hand visits, from our ground handler's direct experience of newer properties, and from the feedback of clients who have stayed — and we're frank about those differences: the right hotel is a significant part of what makes the holiday work.
It's a different proposition, and worth being clear about that. Many of our clients who have done East or Southern Africa extensively choose to visit Sri Lanka for its culture, its hill country, its coast and its food — and find that the wildlife is an unexpected pleasure rather than the centrepiece. The elephant herds at Minneriya, where hundreds gather at the tank in the dry season, are genuinely spectacular on their own terms. Whale watching off Mirissa — blue whales and sperm whales in season — is world-class and quite unlike anything in Africa. Sri Lanka also has one of the highest densities of leopard of any country in the world, concentrated particularly in Yala. But we never position the wildlife as the primary reason to go, and we would say so plainly to any client who asked. If you are an Africa veteran for whom leopard in Yala would feel like a minor footnote, that is entirely understandable — and Sri Lanka still has more than enough to fill a fortnight of exceptional travelling. For those who do want to include a wildlife element, we can incorporate a night or two at one of the luxury tented camps in Yala — properties like Leopard Trails or Wild Coast Tented Lodge — which sit very comfortably within a broader touring itinerary without making wildlife the whole story.
A fortnight is close to ideal, and the broad shape of most of our touring holidays follows a logic dictated by the country's geography and rhythm. The most satisfying itineraries tend to move through several distinct landscapes — beginning perhaps in Colombo, which deserves more than a transit stop and rewards a night or two of exploration in its own right, before heading into the Cultural Triangle, where Sigiriya Rock Fortress, the cave temples at Dambulla and the ancient capitals of Polonnaruwa and Anuradhapura are within easy reach of each other. From there, the natural progression is south into the hill country — Kandy, with its Temple of the Tooth and surrounding forests, and then the tea estates of Nuwara Eliya or the dramatic scenery around Ella — before descending to the coast. The south coast around Galle and the beaches of the south-west are where most clients choose to decompress at the end of a tour, and the quality of accommodation in that region means it is a very good place to do so. The northern regions — Jaffna, Trincomalee, Passikudah — are increasingly part of our programme and appeal particularly to those who want to go beyond the established circuit. We can incorporate any of these elements in any combination, with the driver-guide handling all the connections, and the pacing set entirely by you.

Our bespoke, luxury hotel holidays can be

● Single centre or multi-centre
● Long or short stays
● Combine a variety of different hotels in different regions
● Utilise a variety of transport arrangements including scheduled flights, local flights, transfers or chauffeur-guides

Included in all our holidays

● Concierge service
● Handcrafted helpful hints and local information provided with all our holidays
● Personal service by your sales consultant who looks after all aspects of your holiday
● Financial protection with our ATOL (3076) for all holidays including a flight and AFPS (6104) for all non-air holidays

Call us on 01392 441245

Luxury holidays to Sri Lanka: luxury hotel holidays, touring holidays and special interest holidays

An Expressions luxury Sri Lanka holiday is tailor-made according to your requirements and can be as simple or as complex as you want it to be. Sri Lanka contains a kaleidoscope of experiences and provides so much more than just a tropical beach holiday – the wealth of culture and history, contrasting scenery, typical architecture, wildlife and varied pastimes promise an enriching holiday experience. We will link all these experiences together to create a luxury Sri Lankan tailor-made holiday to suit to your tastes, anything from a single beach stay to a chauffeur-driven tour. Young or old, family or couple, beach-bound or culture-vulture – whatever your holiday style, we’ll find the correct solution for you. Expressions Holidays has made a personal selection based on first-hand visits and experiences of what we consider to be the very best in its category throughout Sri Lanka. We will combine a comfortable hotel stay with truly fascinating cultural, sporting and wildlife experiences that reflect the beautiful facets of this tropical island. Expressions Holidays provides a framework for flexibility, personal requirements and individual arrangements. Everything we offer on this website and from our brochure can be booked as it is, or usually, customised at the request of clients. This might mean adding extra nights, reducing nights from suggestions, upgrading room types and including special arrangements. Ideally, once you have had a look at our holiday ideas, we speak to you about what you are looking for, so that we can then put together the ‘package’ for you, creating a tailor-made holiday and a price, along with upgrade and downgrade options. We find it most productive for us and our clients if we talk through the quotation, explain the day by day details and the pricing options. Then you have the full facts available in order to make your decision.

Places to stay

Our Sri Lankan selection of places to stay offers an exciting range of boutique hotels, tea-planters’ bungalows, grand hotels, eco-lodges, safari lodges and luxury resorts. Many are rich with Sri Lankan cultural heritage and many others are renowned architectural masterpieces, often designed by Geoffrey Bawa. Almost all hotels offer a choice of room types, including luxurious suites and perhaps inter-connecting rooms for families.

Single centre holidays

Sri Lanka is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a luxurious holiday with tropical sun, sea and sand, spending your days walking along long stretches of sandy beach and perhaps making the odd excursion to explore further afield. Our range of hotels along the coast would be wonderful for a relaxing week or two by the beach. Hotels in Negombo, Bentota and Galle offer the better options for shopping and dining out nearby. For those who love to stay in one place and explore cultural sites and wildlife at a leisurely pace, you could easily stay for a week or more in the Cultural Triangle, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya or Galle. The Cultural Triangle promises an abundance of history and archaeology; Kandy allows you to fully appreciate the nature and culture of this amazing country and discover cultural sites around Sri Lanka’s ancient royal capital; Nuwara Eliya gives you the opportunity to explore tea plantations and enjoy leisurely pursuits; while Galle offers an historic town and lovely coastline.

Two-centre holidays

The obvious combination in Sri Lanka is for a stay in the country and a stay on the coast. That way, depending on the areas you choose, you will experience a wide range of what Sri Lanka has to offer but without the constant travelling of a touring holiday. Almost any two centres would work together. The combination you choose will give you some subtle differences though in terms of scenery and cultural experiences. Or you can make the focus of one stay much more rural or wildlife associated.

Touring holidays

A touring holiday of Sri Lanka is at the heart of what many of our clients want to experience from this fascinating country and it is where we excel at using our personal knowledge and experience to tailor a holiday that is a perfect match for you. Stay in several different locations around Sri Lanka, allowing time to explore and relax in each. Combine a few nights on the beach with stays in the Kandy Hills, in the Cultural Triangle, on a high tea estate or in a national wildlife park, in Galle, Negombo or Colombo. It makes sense to factor in a night or two in Colombo, Negombo, Wadduwa or at the Wallawwa near the airport, at the beginning and/or end of your holiday to coincide with flight times.

Travel

The most popular and most efficient way to travel to Sri Lanka is from Heathrow to Colombo with Sri Lankan Airways. The flight time is about 11 hours and the timings are very convenient with the flight from London to Colombo leaving at about 21.00 hrs and arriving about 12.00 hrs the next day and on the return the flight leaves at about 13.00 hrs and arrives in London at about 20.00 hrs the same day. Sri Lankan offer economy and business class. If you want to travel from a UK regional airport, then Emirates offers a choice of flights, but we may have to amend the itinerary on the first and last days to accommodate the arrival and departure times.

Travel within Sri Lanka

We include private transfers with all our holidays to Sri Lanka, and a personal driver-guide with all our touring holidays. Your English-speaking driver-guide will meet you on arrival at Colombo airport, then accompany you on your touring holiday around the island, although the driver-guide is not automatically included when you are at beach stay for several nights. All our holidays are for individuals, so you travel as your own party and do not join a group. It is also possible to hire a car in Sri Lanka and can be arranged locally or in advance. A more popular option is to hire a car with driver for day trips or excursions, which again can be arranged by us in advance or by the hotel locally.

Our bespoke, luxury hotel holidays can be

● Single centre or multi-centre
● Long or short stays
● Combine a variety of different hotels in different regions
● Utilise a variety of transport arrangements including scheduled flights, local flights, transfers or chauffeur-guides

Included in all our holidays

● Concierge service
● Handcrafted helpful hints and local information provided with all our holidays
● Personal service by your sales consultant who looks after all aspects of your holiday
● Financial protection with our ATOL (3076) for all holidays including a flight and AFPS (6104) for all non-air holidays

Call us on 01392 441245

Luxury holidays to Sri Lanka: luxury hotel holidays, touring holidays and special interest holidays

A holiday in Sri Lanka can encompass an amazing kaleidoscope of experiences, from lazing by palm-fringed beaches to gazing regally over stunning landscapes from the top of Sigiriya Rock Fortress and chancing upon a herd of elephants in the wild. This pearl drop island of Serendipity is a powerful assault on the senses...a dizzy world of aromatic fragrances, succulent tropical fruits, uplifting Ayurveda massage, sun-drenched villages and friendly island life.

Regions of Sri Lanka

Roughly only half the size of England yet packed with a whole continent’s worth of temples and ruins, wildlife reserves and luxury beach resorts, Sri Lanka is a beautiful, bite-sized slice of paradise offering a whole world of diverse escapes. Littered with elegant colonial hotels and enchanting boutique lodges, Sri Lanka also offers luxury at a relative snip. Young or old, family or couple, beach-bound or culture-vulture – a visit to Sri Lanka satisfies everyone. Formerly an Arab trading port, the commercial capital Colombo is a bustling, colourful town, with a fabulous bazaar, colonial churches and craft markets. To the north of Colombo lies Negombo and the beaches of the west coast, whilst to the south Wadduwa is the start of a string of fabulous beaches running all the way down and around Sri Lanka’s southwest coast, with a collection of intimate, exquisite beach resorts. Further southward lies historic Galle, a reminder of the Dutch presence on the island. Inviting as Sri Lanka’s coastline is, however, the island’s interior is worth the airfare alone, with forest parks sheltering leopards and wild Asian elephants, a verdant hill country carpeted in tea plantations with lovely boutique planter’s house hotels, and what no visitor to Sri Lanka should be allowed to miss, the Cultural Triangle, a small area boasting five UNESCO World Heritage Sites in an area no bigger than Kent. New to tourism is the north and north east of Sri Lanka, strewn with Hindu temples, colonial gems and long white beaches offering spectacular snorkelling.

Country facts

Capital

Colombo

Airports

Colombo Sri Jayawardenapura-Kotte

Currency

Sri Lankan Rupee

Size

430 km north to south, 225 km east to west

Population

21 million

Average temperature

The climate is tropical and with an average temperature of about 27C but with regional variations in terms of temperature and rainfall. The south-west has its monsoon season from May to July with intermittent rain and the north-east has its monsoon season from December to March. Seas are rougher in the area with the monsoon. In Tea Country, it is cooler but each valley can have a micro-climate

Unmissable holiday experiences in Sri Lanka

Cricket is a national sport, played on every dusty maidan and patch of grass from Jaffna to Galle; a real highlight of any trip to the south is Galle Fort, where you can wander round the ancient ramparts at sunset, watching cricket games below, or stroll the narrow streets in search of antiques in tiny, friendly shops; local festivals such as Vesak full moon in May and Poson full moon in July, as well as the famous Esala Festival in Kandy in July and August, when Buddha’s tooth is taken out from the temple and paraded through the streets; visiting national parks, sheltering an abundance of wildlife including leopards, elephants, bears and hundreds of species of birds; buying tea, gems, jewellery, spices; fantastic spicy local cuisine, specialising in fish dishes, and delicious ‘egg hoppers’; tea-tasting in the hill country; Sigirya Rock Fortress; the Cave temples of Dambulla; the medieval capital and ruins of Polonnaruwa; the sacred city of Anuradhapura; the west coast beaches flanked by palm trees, including Negombo, Beruwela, Bentota and Galle; the elephant orphanage at Pinnawela; the tea plantations near Nuwara Eliya, a region known locally as Little England; Ayurvedic massage; a warm welcome wherever you go.

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Reclining Buddha at Isurumuniya Temple, intricate colourful carving, colourful room

TOURING HOLIDAYS OF SRI LANKA

Luxury, tailor-made, touring holidays of Sri Lanka for individuals with a driver-guide. From 6 to 14 nights, including Cultural Triangle and Tea Country, Galle and the west coast.
A beach near Tangalle, white sand, blue sea, palm trees, tropical greenery

SRI LANKA LUXURY BEACH HOLIDAYS

Beach holidays to Sri Lanka, bespoke holidays to luxury hotels and resorts on the east, west and south coasts, all year round.
Exterior evening shot of the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, white buildings lit up by lanterns

SRI LANKA HERITAGE AND CULTURAL HOLIDAYS

Heritage and cultural holidays with hotel stays and tailor-made touring holidays with driver-guide in Sri Lanka.
Polonnaruwa temple, intricate stone carvings, buddhas, carved steps

BEST OF SRI LANKA TOUR

TOUR WITH DRIVER-GUIDE. 13-night luxury touring holiday of Sri Lanka, featuring the best of Sri Lanka, staying in the Cultural triangle, Kandy, Tea Country, Galle and Colombo. Choice of value or luxury accommodation. From £3,850 per person.
Sigiriya rock, sprawling landscape, mountains in background

HIGHLIGHTS OF SRI LANKA TOUR

TOUR WITH DRIVER-GUIDE. 6-night highlights of Sri Lanka touring holiday with driver-guide ideal for an overview of the country with visits to the Cultural Triangle, Kandy, Tea Country and Colombo. From £3,290 per person.
Paradise Road The Villa Bentota Sri Lanka entrance white building with gold urns

A TOUR OF SRI LANKA AROUND THE WORK OF GEOFFREY BAWA

TOUR WITH DRIVER-GUIDE. 11-night tour staying in and visiting hotels and buildings designed by architect Geoffrey Bawa. From £3,380 per person.
Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo, colourful Buddha statue with lights and colourful details

SRI LANKA COLONIAL HERITAGE ROUTE TOUR

TOUR WITH DRIVER-GUIDE. 8-night luxury tour of Sri Lanka with driver-guide with a focus on the colonial heritagE staying in Colombo, Tea Country and Galle. From £3,490 per person.
Dondra lighthouse on the South Coast, white lighthouse, palm trees, sand, ocean

SOUTHERN SRI LANKA LUXURY TOUR

TOUR WITH DRIVER-GUIDE. 14-night luxury tour of southern Sri Lanka with driver-guide from Colombo to tea country, to Yala national park, Galle and Bentota in depth staying in luxury hotels and luxury safari camp. From £5,890 per person.
Water lilies in a pond, green lily pads, pink flowers

MAGICAL GARDENS OF SRI LANKA TOUR

TOUR WITH DRIVER-GUIDE. 9-night luxury touring holiday of Sri Lanka visiting botanical gardens, colonial gardens, natural rainforest and Bawa's garden of Lunuganga, From £3,680 per person.
Pathirakali Amman Hindu temple exterior close up, bright vibrant carvings, statues of women, lions, colourful decoration

NORTH AND NORTH-EAST SRI LANKA TOUR

TOUR WITH DRIVER-GUIDE. 8-night luxury touring holiday with driver-guide of north and north-east Sri Lanka uncovering the rich heritage of Jaffna and its hinterland as well as the coastline of Trincomalee. From £3,990 per person.
Monk statues, dressed in orange, lining the hillside at the Golden Temple in the Cultural Triangle

THE SRI LANKA EXPLORER TOUR

TOUR WITH DRIVER-GUIDE. 11-night tour of Sri Lanka with a focus on unique experiences including a wildlife safari, a stay on a tea plantation, a stay in a rustic hotel in the rainforest, and dolphin and whale-watching. From £3,970 per person.
Leopard in the wild, lying on the ground next to a tree

WILDLIFE OF SRI LANKA TOUR

TOUR WITH DRIVER-GUIDE. 9-night luxury wildlife seasonal tour of Sri Lanka with the focus on the Big Five of Sri Lanka – blue whale, sperm whale, Asian elephant, leopard and sloth bear. From £3,150 per person.
A stone carving of elephants, intricate beautiful details, found in Polonnaruwa in the Cultural Triangle

ACTIVE FAMILY TOUR OF SRI LANKA

TOUR WITH DRIVER-GUIDE. Sri Lanka for families 13-night luxury touring holiday of Sri Lanka offering families an active insight into all aspects of Sri Lanka: wildlife, culture, scenery, history and beaches. From £3,880 per person.
Heritance Kandalama Sri Lanka hotel exterior hotel with balconies and large windows mountain and rainforest view

HOLIDAYS TO GEOFFREY BAWA HOTELS IN SRI LANKA

Holidays to Geoffrey Bawa hotels in Sri Lanka, from the cultural triangle to the south coast, hotels and villa-hotels for stays and visits, single-centre or touring with driver-guide.
Tea plantations in Sri Lanka's Tea and Hill country, tea plants, trees

TEA AND HILL COUNTRY

Luxury, bespoke holidays to Tea Country and Kandy including hotel stays, multi-centre stays, touring holidays and special interest holidays.

Food and tea in Sri Lanka

FLAVOURS OF SRI LANKA TOURING HOLIDAY

TOUR WITH DRIVER-GUIDE. Flavours of Sri Lanka, 8-night tour with driver-guide of the culinary heritage of Sri Lanka and hands-on cooker lessons. From £3,850 per person.
Tea plantations in Sri Lanka, tea growing up hillside, vivid green plants

TEA COUNTRY AND HISTORIC GALLE

Sri Lanka 10-night two-centre holiday combining Tea Country and historic Galle. Private transfers from place to place. From about £4,280 per person.
Shangri La Hambantota Sri Lanka lounge communal seating area traditional décor

SHANGRI-LA HAMBANTOTA Galle

A 5-star luxury resort and spa on the less developed south cost of Sri Lanka, with a choice of sports and local excursions. Works well for family stays too.
Pool and hotel exterior with palm trees and white building in distance

JETWING BEACH HOTEL Negombo

Originally designed by Geoffrey Bawa this 5-star beach hotel is a small, luxury hotel with excellent restaurants, spa and wine cellar. Less than 10 miles to Colombo and also good for family stays.
Cinnamon Red Sri Lanka lobby indoor seating area large glass windows view over city

CINNAMON RED Colombo

This is a 4-star hotel with a high-end feel, in a fantastic city centre location. The delicious dining and luxurious infinity pool with views over the ocean afford guests a relaxing and restorative retreat from the bustle of Colombo.
Mount Lavinia Hotel Sri Lanka courtyard white building with fountain

MOUNT LAVINIA HOTEL Colombo

This is a 4-star colonial hotel in a beautiful beachfront location. Delicious, refined cuisine, a scenic terrace bar and comfortable accommodation afford guests a relaxing and restorative retreat, in easy reach of Colombo.
The Lake Lodge entrance, lawn, ponds, modern architecture, building lit up

TARU VILLAS LAKE LODGE Colombo

A stylish, 3-star boutique hotel in an excellent central location. Excellent dining, delicious cocktails and supremely comfortable accommodation make this an excellent haven to return to after enjoying the delights of Colombo.

The Kingsbury Sri Lanka terrace at sunset outdoor seating area overlooking the sea

THE KINGSBURY Colombo

This is a 5-star hotel in an excellent central location. With a large variety of excellent restaurants, superb spa facilities and classically comfortable accommodation all offered with exemplary service, this is an excellent haven from the bustle of Colombo.
Galle Face Hotel Sri Lanka poolside wooden sun loungers and umbrellas

THE REGENCY AT THE GALLE FACE HOTEL Colombo

This is a 5-star hotel offering the utmost in colonial-style luxury, in an excellent beachfront location. Opulent accommodation, excellent spa facilities, delicious cuisine and exemplary service maintain the property's position as an icon of Colomban luxury.
Paradise Road Tintagel dining terrace, tables and chairs under umbrellas on patio

TINTAGEL Colombo

This is an exclusive, luxury boutique hotel in an excellent central location. Excellent cuisine and luxurious accommodation make it an excellent spot to recuperate after enjoying the bustle of Colombo.
Uga Residence Sri Lanka pool at night lobby building in background

UGA RESIDENCE Colombo

This is an exclusive boutique hotel in an excellent central location, that oozes character, opulence and a sense of history. Delicious cuisine and luxurious accommodation make this an excellent haven from the bustle of Colombo.
Zylan Sri Lanka rooftop terrace outdoor seating area views over city

ZYLAN LUXURY VILLA Colombo

This is an exclusive 4-star boutique hotel that has an intimate charm, in an excellent central location. With delicious cuisine, excellent spa facilities and supremely comfortable accommodation, this is the perfect retreat from the bustle of Colombo.
Aliya Sri Lanka infinity pool views across countryside mountains in distance

ALIYA RESORT AND SPA Sigiriya

This is a luxury 4-star hotel in a stunning natural location amongst grassy plains with views of Lion Rock. Contemporary, chic design, excellent dining facilities and an Ayurvedic spa.
Aerial view of hotel and pool with view over mountains and sea

AMAYA LAKE Dambulla

This is a tranquil hotel in a beautiful natural location. After exploring the nearby sights of Dambulla, guests enjoy extensive spa facilities, spectacular destination dining options and luxury hotel amenities.
Cinnamon Lodge Sri Lanka nighttime sloping roof red and white colonnaded building

CINNAMON LODGE Habarana

This five-star hotel offers 137 chalet-suites, set in a beautiful rural landscape. Spa facilities, tennis and a choice of three restaurants. Located near to cultural landmarks such as Habarana Buddhist Temple.

Deer Park Sri Lanka entrance steps stonework columns and statues

DEER PARK Polonnaruwa

This is a comfortable hotel in a beautiful natural location. The delicious cuisine and stunning lakeside scenery make it an idyllic resting spot between exploring the UNESCO world heritage sites and viewing elephants and wildlife at Minneriya National Park.

The Elephant Corridor Sri Lanka hotel exterior two white buildings

ELEPHANT CORRIDOR Sigiriya

This is an exclusive, luxurious suite hotel in a secluded natural location. The delicious dining and excellent spa facilities, coupled with the hotel's proximity to sublime nature and UNESCO World heritage sites afford guests an unforgettable experience.
Chaaya Village Sri Lanka pool terrace sun loungers umbrellas

HABARANA VILLAGE BY CINNAMON Habarana

This is a luxury 4-star plus hotel in a beautiful rural location. The delicious 'destination' dining and luxurious spa facilities alongside the stunning lakeside setting afford guests a truly tranquil and restorative experience.
Heritance Kandalama Sri Lanka outdoor pool loungers trees and hotel with large windows sunset

HERITANCE KANDALAMA Sigiriya

This is an award winning, 5-star hotel which offers a unique eco-cultural experience. Guests can enjoy exquisite nature, delicious cuisine and excellent spa facilities in this idyllic, secluded retreat.
Jetwing Vil Uyana Sri Lanka forest dwellings villas lake views

JETWING VIL UYANA Sigiriya

This is a luxury boutique hotel in a stunning rural location. Oneness with nature is key to this hotel and guests can experience it in the cuisine, stunning grounds and excellent spa facilities.

Kalundewa Retreat Bakmee chalet, set in middle of lake, surrounded by trees

KALUNDEWA RETREAT Dambulla

This is an exclusive luxury boutique hotel in a beautiful rural location. Delicious cuisine, sublime nature and excellent wellness facilities afford guests a truly tranquil and serene experience.

Kassapa Lion Rock Sri Lanka pool loungers wooden loungers outdoor

KASSAPA LIONS ROCK Sigiriya

This is a 3-star hotel in a beautiful rural location. The excellent ayurvedic spa facilities and comfortable accommodation near to UNESCO World Heritage sites make this a truly relaxing and restorative retreat.
Lake Lodge Kandalama

LAKE LODGE KANDALAMA Kandalama

Lake Lodge Kandalama is a luxury boutique hotel with 12 rooms located in the small village of Kandalama. Here, enjoy splendid views of the jungle and mountains, an open-air restaurant, and outdoor pool.
The Mudhouse stilted hut exterior, ladder to hut raised on stilts, green trees

THE MUDHOUSE Anamanduwa

This is an exclusive, eco-retreat in a beautiful natural location. Tradition is at the heart of this resort, from hut accommodation to clay-pot cooking. An unmissable spot to unplug from the modern world and get back to basics.
Ulagalla Resort Sri Lanka water lilies on pond gardens and hotel

UGA ULAGALLA RESORT Anuradhapura

A stunning luxury boutique hotel in a breath-taking natural location. Luxurious accommodation with panoramic views of lush gardens and countryside, plus delicious dining and superb spa facilities.
Ulpotha Sri Lanka paddy view thatched hut paddy fields trees

ULPOTHA YOGA & AYURVEDA RETREAT Embogama

A unique luxury boutique resort in a rural location, world-renowned for its yoga and Ayurveda therapies. No electricity or mod-cons, offering the ultimate opportunity to get away from the stresses of modern life.
Water Garden Sigiriya

WATER GARDEN Sigirya

Sigiriya is 6 kms from this luxurious modern boutique hotel with 30 spacious villa suites, some with plunge pool.
20 Middle Street Sri Lanka patio communal seating area chairs columns potted plants

20 MIDDLE STREET Galle

Blending contemporary design with elements of traditional Sri Lankan and colonial styles with luxury accommodation alongside beautiful gardens, this is a small luxury hotel.
Hotel exterior with a pool, lawn, sunloungers and veranda

41 LIGHTHOUSE STREET Galle

This hotel blends historical details with modern, luxury touches. With the largest pool in the Fort and bright, spacious, air-conditioned bedrooms, it is perfect for larger parties looking for exclusive hire.
Amaloh by Jetwing Sri Lanka hotel exterior by night hotel lit up pool

AMALOH BOUTIQUE RESORT Matara

This is an exclusive 4-star luxury hotel with a secluded location on a pristine stretch of coastline, which boasts excellent spa facilities, delicious cuisine and water-based activities including reef snorkelling.

Amangalla Sri Lanka hotel exterior lawns trees vintage cars

AMANGALLA Galle

This is an exclusive luxury boutique hotel in an excellent location for enjoying the town's heritage and local life. Indulgent spa treatments and luxury touches afford guests an indulgent experience.
Amanwella Sri Lanka outdoor pool sun loungers umbrellas ocean view

AMANWELLA Tangalle

This is a luxury boutique resort ideal for families and couples. With a spectacular coastal location, Bawa inspired Tropical Modernist design elements, luxury amenities and a 150m outdoor pool, the hotel affords a truly tranquil experience.
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Sri Lanka exterior walkway building lit up woman greeting

ANANTARA PEACE HAVEN TANGALLE Thalpe

This is a luxury 5-star resort in a beautiful coastal setting atop a rocky outcrop. Its excellent Ayurvedic spa, surfing and beach facilities and wide variety of dining options afford guests a wonderful stay.
Apa Villa Thalpe Sri Lanka walkway with white and brown buildings

APA VILLA Thalpe

This is an exclusive property, in a beautiful coastal location. Clean, modern design is blended with luxury touches, including delicious cuisine and a mesmerising infinity pool.
Calamansi Cove Sri Lanka garden private outdoor seating area sofas table chairs

CALAMANSI COVE VILLAS BY JETWING Balapitiya

This is an exclusive luxury resort in a beautiful natural location. The private beach and lush gardens and luxury facilities including butler service offer guests an unrivalled sense of privacy and tranquillity.

Aerial view of hotel and coastal area shown on the edge of a cliff

CAPE WELIGAMA RESORT Weligama

This is an exclusive luxury boutique resort in an outstanding clifftop location. The beautiful gardens and pools, excellent spa facilities and delicious cuisine offer guests a truly relaxing and idyllic experience.
Chena Huts cabin entrance, raised decking above the ground, thatched roofed cabin, surrounded by trees

CHENA HUTS BY UGA ESCAPES Yala

This is an ultra-luxurious, exclusive resort which enjoys a breath-taking location by the ocean. The delicious cuisine and luxurious accommodation nestled among lush greenery offers guests a truly idyllic escape.
Cinnamon Wild cottages exterior, residences nestled among trees, lake and sea in background

CINNAMON WILD Yala

This is a luxury, eco-friendly hotel in a beautiful untamed location. The superb spa facilities and untamed beauty in the remote Sri Lankan countryside afford guests a truly serene and secluded experience.

Coco Tangalla

COCO TANGALLA Tangalle

Coco Tangalla is a boutique hotel with 6 rooms in Tangalle, housed within a villa by the seaside. Enjoy an infinity pool and seafood cuisine.
Elysium Villa Sri Lanka pool sun loungers umbrellas

ELYSIUM VILLA Galle

This is a quirky, exclusive, luxury boutique beachfront villa in a beautiful natural location. Excellent in-house staff, delicious cuisine, and pampering spa facilities.
Era Beach Hotel aerial shot of pool, palm trees and beach in background

ERA BEACH HOTEL Thalpe

This is an exclusive small luxury boutique hotel in a beautiful coastal location. The delicious cuisine and peaceful beachfront location make it an idyllic retreat from the bustle of Galle.
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FORT BAZAAR Galle

Delicious cuisine and superb spa are offered at this enchanting boutique hotel in an excellent location inside Galle's historic Dutch Fort.

Galle Fort Hotel entrance, stairs to hotel doors, classic car, palm trees

GALLE FORT HOTEL Galle

This is an award-winning small luxury boutique hotel located in the old Dutch Fort in Galle offering fine cuisine and a serene atmosphere.
Jetwing Lighthouse Sri Lanka beach view from outdoor pool

JETWING LIGHTHOUSE Galle

This is a wonderful 5-star resort hotel by the sea with excellent facilities. Excellent cuisine and extensive, luxury spa facilities nestled among lush gardens with beautiful coastal views afford guests an intimate, idyllic experience.
Jetwing Yala exterior, hyotel building, swimming pool, trees

JETWING YALA Yala

This is a luxury 5-star boutique hotel in a beautiful coastal location. Nestled between the Yala National Park and the Indian Ocean, guests can enjoy delicious cuisine and excellent spa facilities in this sublimely secluded retreat.
Kahanda Kanda Sri Lanka lounge pavilion bungalow pond with buddha statue

KAHANDA KANDA Galle

This hotel offers the ultimate in relaxation, seclusion and intimate luxury deep in Sri Lankan countryside. Stunning lake and forest views, with Galle and the South Coast only 30 minutes drive away.
Leopard Trails tent exterior, large tent with two chairs outside door

LEOPARD TRAILS Yala

This is an exclusive 5-star resort offering luxury safari camping in a beautiful rural location. A curated local dining experience, authentic accommodation and excellent guided safari experiences afford guests a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience wild nature.
Mahoora Luxury Safari Camps Sri Lanka tents exterior in nature deck chairs lamps

MAHOORA SAFARI CAMPS Yala

This offers exclusive luxury tented wildlife camping in style. Indulgent al-fresco dining and excellent guided safaris afford guests a truly unforgettable experience in Sri Lanka's wilderness.
Malabar Hill

MALABAR HILL Weligama

Malabar Hill is a boutique hotel with 12 villas in Weligama, near Sri Lanka’s southern coast. Each villa has an infinity pool and the menu boasts both Sri Lankan and Mediterranean cuisine.
Noel Rodrigos Leopard Safari Sri Lanka base camp exterior countryside

NOEL RODRIGO'S LEOPARD SAFARIS Yala

This offers 4-star safari camping in the stunning natural surroundings in the Yala national park. It combines luxury tented accommodation and delicious local cuisine and unparalleled access to the majesty of Sri Lanka's stunning nature.
The Sun House Sri Lanka restaurant terrace with garden and pool view

SUN HOUSE Galle

Offering historical elegance and traditional style, the Sun House has tropical gardens and pool and an excellent restaurant.
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TAMARIND HILL Galle

A small luxury boutique hotel in an excellent location within walking distance of the Dutch Fort. Comfortable, colonial-style accommodation, serene garden, pool and spa.
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TANAMERA ESTATE VILLA Thalpe

A small luxury boutique Dutch-colonial style villa set within 2 acres of land, with spectacular ocean views. It offers luxury and tranquility on Sri Lanka's south coast.
Taprobane Island Sri Lanka island trees jetty and villa rooftop

TAPROBANE ISLAND Weligama

This is an exclusive fantasy tropical island hideaway which can only be reached by wading through the sea, or by elephant sedan. Comfortable, stylish accommodation and idyllic seclusion make this the ultimate romantic destination.
Casa Colombo Mirissa Sri Lanka exterior shot from beach hotel building

THE BEACH HOUSE BY REVEAL Mirissa

This is an exclusive, 4-star boutique luxury hotel in a coastal location near Galle. The luxury accommodation, delicious cuisine and pristine natural surrounding afford guests a truly tranquil and indulgent retreat.
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THE FORT PRINTERS Galle

A charming, exclusive boutique hotel in a fantastic central location. Excellent cuisine, luxurious accommodation and a serene walled garden with pool make this a haven in Galle fort.

Outdoor swimming pool with palm trees and sun loungers

THE FORTRESS Koggala

This is a 5-star hotel in a stunning beachfront location. Spacious, luxurious accommodation, excellent spa and dining facilities alongside immaculate service afford guests a truly relaxing and indulgent experience.

Sunset on the beach with palm trees

THE FRANGIPANI TREE Thalpe

This is an exclusive villa in a stunning beachfront location. Pristine grounds and luxurious accommodation with a beautiful infinity pool make this villa an excellent haven near Galle.
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THE LAST HOUSE Tangalle

This is an exclusive, vibrant small luxury boutique hotel with traditional charm, character, and colourful, eclectic interiors in a superb beachfront location. An excellent example of Bawan design, this property offers a luxury home-from-home on the Indian Ocean.
Tri Lanka Sri Lanka villa exterior pool sun loungers umbrellas

TRI LANKA Koggala

An exclusive luxury boutique hotel in a secluded lakeside location. Luxurious eco-friendly accommodation, organic, farm-to-table cuisine and indulgent spa facilities.
Weligama Bay Resort Sri Lanka outdoor pool with palm trees and view of bungalows and hotel

WELIGAMA BAY RESORT Weligama

This is a 4-star boutique resort in a beautiful coastal location. Luxurious accommodation, excellent cuisine and excellent spa facilities, alongside fantastic opportunities to surf in the beautiful Indian Ocean, afford guests a truly relaxing and restorative retreat.
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WHY HOUSE Galle

This is an exclusive small luxury boutique hotel in a beautiful countryside location, tucked away amidst paddy fields and waterways. Delicious cuisine and luxurious accommodation, as well as a range of excellent facilities, afford guests a restorative retreat.
Wild Coast Tented Lodge Sri Lanka

WILD COAST TENTED LODGE Yala

A luxury, tented hotel with seven rooms just outside the Yala National Park. Authentic, luxury, safari experience in the south of Sri Lanka.
Anantaya Chilaw Resort Sri Lanka pool sun loungers palm trees ocean views

ANANTAYA RESORT & SPA CHILAW Chilaw

This is a 5-star hotel with a pristine natural location on a peninsula between Chilaw beach and lagoon. Comprehensive spa services, fine dining restaurants and a variety of beachfront activities afford guests a tranquil experience.
Ayurveda Pavilions Sri Lanka outdoor pool buildings loungers yoga pavilion

AYURVEDA PAVILIONS Negombo

This is an exclusive, adult-only hotel in a beautiful, secluded location. The excellent Ayurvedic spa facilities, luxury touches and all-encompassing nature afford guests a rejuvenating and relaxing retreat.
Casa Heliconia Sri Lanka pool chairs covered terrace

CASA HELICONIA near Colombo

This is an exclusive, small luxury boutique hotel nestled in the jungle. The gourmet cuisine and charming accommodation afford guests a truly secluded, tranquil retreat.
Heritance Negombo Sri Lanka exterior hotel building pool trees lawn ocean in background

HERITANCE NEGOMBO Negombo

This is a tranquil, 5-star modern hotel with guestrooms that are all graced with enchanting ocean views and excellent access to both Negombo and Sri Lanka's main airport.
Jetwing Blue Sri Lanka pool sun loungers umbrellas palm trees

JETWING BLUE Negombo

A five-star luxury hotel located next to the beach. A modern hotel with 112 bedrooms.

Exterior of Jetwing Lagoon with large tree in front on the grassy lawn

JETWING LAGOON Negombo

This is a 4-star boutique hotel in a beautiful coastal location. The excellent spa facilities, delicious dining facilities and luxury accommodation afford guests a truly relaxing and idyllic retreat.
Jetwing Sea Sri Lanka beach sand umbrella palm tree sun loungers

JETWING SEA Negombo

This is a 4-star boutique hotel in a stunning coastal location. Unmissable signature dining experiences and excellent spa facilities afford guests a luxuriously relaxing experience.
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PALAGAMA BEACH Kalpitiya

This is an exclusive, small luxury boutique hotel in a beautiful coastal location. With a focus on offering a unique experience of Sri Lanka, it offers luxury service, unforgettable natural experiences and luxurious, serene experience.
Notary's House near Colombo

THE NOTARY’S HOUSE near Negombo

The Notary’s House is a boutique hotel with 6 rooms overlooking a lake, around half an hour’s drive from Negombo.

The Wallawwa Sri Lanka outdoor pool sun loungers palm trees

THE WALLAWWA Kotugoda

This is an exclusive luxury boutique hotel, set in lush, 200-year old tropical gardens. Luxury accommodation, delicious cuisine, a lush jungle pool and heavenly spa afford guests a secluded, relaxing and indulgent experience.
Aramanthe Bay Sri Lanka exterior hotel buildings palm trees lawns pool

AMARANTHE BAY Trincomalee

This is a 4-star boutique resort in a beautiful natural location. The excellent spa facilities, first class dining and secluded setting between the river and the sea, among the coconut groves affords a tranquil experience.

Amaya Beach Resort Sri Lanka exterior water feature modern architecture

AMAYA BEACH RESORT Passikudah

This is a luxurious 4-star hotel which boasts a contemporary elegant style and a spectacular coastal location. Excellent dining and Ayurvedic spa facilities and luxury accommodation make this resort a truly indulgent experience.

Anilana Nilaveli exterior pools terrace hotel building ocean in background

ANILANA NILAVELI Trincomalee

This is a luxurious 3-star hotel with a stunning seafront location. Modern design elements and in-room technology, attentive service, excellent dining options and relaxing pools and gardens afford guests a relaxing experience with a touch of Sri Lankan style.

Anilana Pasikuda pool, infinity pool overlooking sea, beach cabanas, palm trees, lawn

ANILANA PASIKUDA Passikudah

This is an enticing beachfront 3-star boutique resort in a secluded coastal location. The tranquil pool and gardens, comfortable accommodation and delicious dining options offer guests a truly rejuvenating experience.
Jetwing Jaffna Sri Lanka rooftop terrace table set for two

JETWING JAFFNA Jaffna

This is a 4-star boutique hotel, offering a contemporary contrast to the more rustic inland hotels in an excellent location in one of Sri Lanka's most culturally dynamic areas. The rooftop bar with its stunning coastal views is unmissable!
Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan

JETWING MAHESA BHAWAN Jaffna

Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan is a luxury boutique hotel with 4 rooms in Jaffna. It offers a convenient location, regional cuisine, a swimming pool, and 24-hour butler service.
Maalu Maalu Sri Lanka exterior hotel building traditional architecture

MAALU MAALU RESORT AND SPA Passikudah

This is a 4-star boutique hotel in a beautiful coastal location. Stylish, modern accommodation, delicious cuisine and excellent spa facilities make this an idyllic, tranquil retreat.
Nilaveli Beach Hotel Sri Lanka exterior terrace beach

NILAVELI BEACH HOTEL Trincomalee

This is a 3-star boutique hotel in a beautiful coastal location. Stylish, comfortable accommodation and delicious cuisine set in beautiful, luscious ground afford guests a truly secluded and restorative experience.
Pigeon Island Resort Sri Lanka pool sun loungers trees

PIGEON ISLAND BEACH RESORT Nilaveli

This is a 3 star hotel in a beautiful location nestled between lush tropical trees and the beautiful coast. Delicious cuisine and excellent spa and wellness facilities afford guests a secluded and serene retreat.
Tilko Jaffna City Hotel Sri Lanka lounge area television small table

TILKO JAFFNA CITY HOTEL Jaffna

This is a comfortable 3-star hotel in an excellent central location. The lovely covered outdoor pool and modern accommodation make this an excellent base to return to after exploring the sights of Jaffna.
Exterior of hotel at night with fountains in front

UGA BAY RESORT Passikudah

This is an intimate, luxury boutique hotel in a wonderful beachfront location in Passikudah Bay. Delicious locally caught seafood, excellent spa facilities and luxurious accommodation afford guests a luxurious and restorative retreat.
Jungle Beach open air resturant with thatched covering, placed beside pond, tables and chairs

UGA JUNGLE BEACH Trincomalee

This is a luxury boutique in a beautiful location, nestled between the trees and the Indian Ocean. Guests can delight in excellent cuisine and spa facilities in this sublimely secluded spot.
Aditya Resort villa exterior, verandah, pool, sun loungers

ADITYA RESORT Hikkaduwa

This is an exclusive luxury boutique hotel spectacular Indian Ocean views and luxury amenities. Excellent spa and dining facilities - which can also be enjoyed in-room - afford guests a truly tranquil and indulgent experience.
Anantara Kalutara Sri Lanka pool villa private pool sun loungers private enclosed terrace

ANANTARA KALUTARA Wadduwa

This is a 4-star luxury hotel with a stunning peninsula location. Traditional Sri Lankan design is fused with influences of Bawa's Tropical Modernism, alongside gourmet dining, excellent spa facilities to afford a peaceful, indulgent experience.

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AVANI KALUTARA Kalutara

This is a luxury 4-star hotel in a beautiful waterfront location. Spectacular lagoon and ocean views and luxury modern comforts afford guests a truly tranquil and indulgent experience.

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CINAMMON BENTOTA BEACH Bentota

This is a 4-star hotel which combines elements of Sri Lankan design and lifestyle with luxury touches such as a 'natural' pool garden, and a floating restaurant to offer a tranquil beach retreat.
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CINNAMON BEY Bentota

A luxury beach hotel in a modern pavilion style. The hotel has 200 suites and rooms, some with private pool. A choice of eight restaurants and a spa are just some of the great facilities available.
Club Villa Sri Lanka exterior garden hotel overlooking garden

CLUB VILLA Bentota

A luxury boutique hotel in a style which combines colonial and post-modern features. This intimate hotel has just 14 rooms and 1 suite, as well as a restaurant, bar and pool.

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HERITANCE AHUNGALLA Ahungalla

A four-star beach resort with 152 bedrooms and suites. The hotel is styled in contemporary grandeur, including a stunning infinity pool overlooking the sea. Excellent facilities including three restaurants, four bars and a nightclub.

Hikka Tranz gardens with pool, lawn, palm trees and sea in the background

HIKKA TRANZ BY CINNAMON Hikkaduwa

A luxury four star resort set on a beautiful beach. Modern in style and with comfortable and luxury facilities, the hotel has 150 rooms and suites.
Lunuganga Sri Lanka gate house exterior white building with archways and trees

LUNUGANGA Bentota

This is an exclusive, small luxury boutique hotel in a beautiful natural location. The country house of the famous architect Geoffrey Bawa, it offers a fascinating insight into his architect and offers a serene getaway from the bustle of Bentota.
Rainforest Eco Lodge lodges nestled in treetops

RAINFOREST ECO LODGE Sinharaja

This is a unique 4-star property in a stunning location surrounded by the wild Sinharaja Forest Reserve. Delicious, fresh Sri Lankan food and comfortable, cosy accommodation and a wide variety of activities afford guests a truly unique experience.
Rainforest Edge infinity pool overlooking mountains, cabana and chairs in the water

RAINFOREST EDGE Sinharaja

This is an eco-lodge with true Sri Lankan style in a spectacular rainforest location. Delicious local cuisine and cosy, comfortable accommodation afford guests a truly relaxing, memorable experience.
Reef Villa and Spa pool, sun loungers, gardens, umbrealls

REEF SRI LANKA Wadduwa

This is an exclusive, luxury boutique hotel set in lush gardens overlooking a beautiful beach. Delicious cuisine, excellent Ayurvedic spa facilities and grand colonial influenced accommodation afford guests an indulgent and relaxing experiences.
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SAMAN VILLAS Bentota

This is an intimate, luxurious 5-star resort in a striking position overlooking a magnificent beach. Modern accommodation built in an ancient style, Sri Lankan fine dining and excellent spa facilities.
Serene Pavilions Sri Lanka pool sun loungers umbrellas palm trees

SERENE PAVILIONS LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTEL Wadduwa

This is an exclusive, adult-only luxury boutique hotel in a beautiful beachfront location. Excellent accommodation and indulgent spa facilities and divine service afford guests a truly relaxing and restorative retreat.

Shinagawa Beach Sri Lanka exterior beach palm trees hotel building in background

SHINAGAWA BEACH Balapitiya

This is an exclusive 4-star luxury hotel in a stunning tropical beachfront location. Excellent cuisine, spa facilities and luxurious accommodation afford guests a truly relaxing and indulgent retreat.
Taj Bentota Sri Lanka hotel exterior white building with balconies

TAJ BENTOTA RESORT & SPA Bentota

This is a 5-star hotel in a beautiful beachside location. Excellent cuisine, Indian spa facilities and a wealth of experiences afford guests a truly relaxing and indulgent experience.

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THAALA BENTOTA Bentota

This is a luxury 4-star plus coastal hotel with excellent spa facilities and convenient proximity to nearby cultural attractions and other possible stop off points in Sri Lanka.
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THE RIVER HOUSE Balapitiya

This is a stylish 4-star boutique villa with priceless river views. A tranquil, intimate ambience, ideal for romance and for small groups of family and friends. You can book individual suites or the entire property.
Swimming facilities, a large swimming pool

THE VILLA BENTOTA BY KK COLLECTION Bentota

This is an exclusive, small luxury boutique hotel in a serene beachfront location. Delicious cuisine and excellent accommodation, designed by famed Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa, afford guests a relaxing and indulgent experience.
98 Acres Resort Sri Lanka terrace outdoor seating area stunning countryside views

98 ACRES RESORT AND SPA Ella Gap

This is an exclusive resort, nestled amongst the beautiful peaks of Sri Lanka's central highlands. The chalets incorporate recycled materials, traditional design elements and luxury touches, all with a spectacular view of the misty mountains, for an unforgettable experience.
The Kandy House Sri Lanka exterior bungalow gardens and trees

ADIGAR'S MANOR Kandy

This is an exclusive, luxury boutique hotel in a beautifully secluded, lush location. Luxuriously comfortable accommodation, excellent cuisine and a spectacular infinity pool with breath-taking views afford guests an intimate idyll from the bustle of Kandy.

Amaya Hills Sri Lanka hotel pool aerial view of hotel and pool with balconies and loungers

AMAYA HILLS Kandy

This is a 4-star hotel in a stunning location among the Kandy Hills. It provides excellent value for the more budget-conscious traveller, with luxury facilities including an open-air pool with spectacular views and an Ayurvedic spa.

Bougainvillea Retreat Sri Lanka infinity pool terrace outdoor seating views of countryside

BOUGAINVILLEA RETREAT Kandy

This is an exclusive, small luxury boutique hotel surrounded by tropical gardens. Indulgent spa facilities, delicious cuisine and activities such as golfing and birdwatching offer guests a relaxing and restorative retreat.
Boulder Garden exterior, hotel building, blue shuttered windows, interesting architecture, trees and greenery

BOULDER GARDEN Sinharaja

This is an exclusive, all-suite, eco-hotel near the Sinharaja rainforest. Guests can enjoy birdwatching and a variety of activities nearby or relax in the secluded location by one of the luxurious spring water pools.
Ceylon Tea Trail Sri Lanka summerville garden outdoor dining room lake view

CEYLON TEA TRAILS Hatton

This is an exclusive luxury boutique resort nestled amongst the natural beauty of high Tea Country. Gourmet dining, luxury amenities including butler services and the local tea farms afford guests a truly secluded, tranquil experience.

Cinnamon citadel exterior with pool in front and hotel building behind

CINNAMON CITADEL Kandy

This is a 4-star an impressive hotel in a beautiful riverfront location. The excellent cuisine and luxury accommodation make this an idyllic spot away from the bustle of Kandy.
Clingendael Sri Lanka exterior croquet lawn steps to bungalow

CLINGENDAEL BOUTIQUE HOTEL Near Kandy

This is a luxury boutique hotel in a secluded natural location. The superb spa facilities and golf course, alongside the spectacular mountain scenery offer guests a truly tranquil and indulgent experience.

Earl's Regency Sri Lanka exterior hotel building pool tennis courts mountain in background

EARLS REGENCY Kandy

A 5-star hotel in a beautiful natural location. Award winning cuisine and superb spa facilities offer guests a relaxing and restorative experience.

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ELLERTON BUNGALOW Kandy

This is a charming, exclusive, small luxury boutique hotel in a stunning natural location. The delicious dining options and secluded spot in the tea hills afford guests a truly tranquil and indulgent experience.
Goatfell tea planter bungalow

GOATFELL Kandapola, near Nuwara Eliya

A century-old tea-planter’s bungalow in the heart of the tea country near Nuwara Eliya, this boutique hotel has four bedrooms.
Governor's Mansion Sri Lanka exterior hotel building drive way

GOVERNOR'S MANSION Dickoya

This is a grand, boutique hotel in the beautiful surroundings of the tea hills. The beautiful gardens, delicious cuisine and luxurious colonial-style atmosphere offer guests a truly tranquil and indulgent experience.
Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya Sri Lanka exterior hotel building lawns hills in background

GRAND HOTEL NUWARA ELIYA Nuwara Eliya

This is a luxurious 5-star colonial-style hotel in a beautiful natural location. The delicious array of cuisine and luxury wellness studio afford guests a tranquil and indulgent retreat nestled in a serene environment.

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HERITANCE TEA FACTORY Nuwara Eliya

This is an excellent 4-star hotel in a beautiful natural location. Guests will love the delicious cuisine and excellent spa facilities, but the main attraction is the opportunity to explore the tea picking process.
Hotel Suisse Sri Lanka outdoor veranda seating area

HOTEL SUISSE Kandy

This is a 4-star boutique hotel with a colonial feel and beautiful location overlooking Kandy Lake. Comfortable rooms and attentive service make this an ideal spot to recuperate after a day enjoying Kandy and the surrounding area.
Jetwing Kandy Gallery

JETWING KANDY GALLERY Kandy

A boutique luxury hotel with 26 rooms and suites about 15 minutes from Kandy with views of the Mahaweli River
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JETWING ST ANDREWS Nuwara Eliya

This is a 4-star boutique hotel in a beautiful natural location. Colonial style and luxurious, lush gardens alongside delicious cuisine and exemplary service afford guests an idyllic experience in a secluded setting.
Jetwing Warwick Gardens exterior, hotel building set in gardens with lawns and trees

JETWING WARWICK GARDENS Ambewela

This hotel resembles a luxurious English country home with the added attractions of stunning Sri Lankan mountain scenery, deliciously fragrant curries and friendly service from the Sri Lankan staff.

Kings Pavilion Kandy

KINGS PAVILION Kandy

A luxurious boutique hotel with 9 rooms situated in tropical countryside about 5 minutes’ drive from the cultural Kandy.
Apa Villa Thalpe Sri Lanka fresh fruit platter of tropical fruit

KIRCHHAYN BUNGALOW Bandarawela

This is an exclusive 3-star boutique hotel in a beautiful rural location among tea plantations. Cosy and comfortable accommodation and immaculate grounds afford guests a serene and secluded hilltop retreat.
Boutique tea country bungalow

LANGDALE BOUTIQUE HOTEL Nanu Oya

A boutique hotel with 13 rooms situated amid tea plantations at the heart of Tea Country with views of the Great Western Mountain range.
Living Heritage Sri Lanka pool side sun loungers lawns covered veranda countryside surrounds

LIVING HERITAGE

This is a unique, exclusive hotel in a stunning rural location in the tea hills. It blends local traditions, with hand crafted Sri Lankan architecture, local cuisine served in a traditional Ambalama with modern luxury for a unique experience.
Mahaweli Reach Hotel Sri Lanka exterior hotel balconies river flowers

MAHAWELI REACH HOTEL Kandy

This is an elegant 4-star hotel in a beautiful riverside location. Delicious cuisine, comfortable accommodation and excellent spa facilities afford guests a tranquil and indulgent retreat from the bustle of nearby Kandy.
Nine Skies boutiqe bungalow hotel

NINE SKIES near Ella

Nine Skies is a boutique hotel located in a tea bungalow in the Demodara Estate, near the village of Ella, with 5 rooms.
Rosyth Estate House Sri Lanka exterior hotel building veranda lawns trees

ROSYTH ESTATE HOUSE Kandy

This is an intimate and picturesque retreat in a stunning rural location. Delicious cuisine in a stunning panoramic dining pavilion, soothing spa facilities and comfortable accommodation afford guests a truly secluded and idyllic retreat.
Stafford Bungalow

STAFFORD BUNGALOW Ragala

The Stafford Bungalow is a boutique hotel with 6 rooms located in Ragala, offering gourmet cuisine and surrounded by lush tea plantations.

Taylor's Hill Sri Lanka exterior hotel building lawns outdoor seating area

TAYLOR'S HILL Kandy

This is an exclusive, luxury boutique hotel in a beautiful natural location. Gourmet cuisine and luxurious accommodation is provided amidst lush, serene gardens and grounds to provide guests an restorative, secluded experience.
The Bellwood Manor

THE BELLWOOD MANOR Nuwara Eliya

The Bellwood Manor is a family owned and operated hotel in Nuwara Eliya with 8 suites and rooms. On top of its spa and lush location, it also offers gourmet cuisine.

The Hill Club Sri Lanka bungalow exterior white building green roof

THE HILL CLUB Nuwara Eliya

This is a 4-star boutique hotel offering a slice of colonial nostalgia in beautiful natural location. Manicured lawns and English gardens, comfortable accommodation and access to excellent golf facilities, it is an excellent spot to relax and unwind.
Theva Expressions Sri Lanka outdoor view artwork and large windows to hotel at night

THEVA RESIDENCY Kandy

This is an exclusive, 4-star, romantic hotel with breath-taking views over the Kandy hills. Chic, modern luxury accommodation and delicious award-winning fusion cuisine afford guests a truly idyllic, secluded getaway from the bustle of Kandy.
W15 Hanthana Estate

W15 HANTHANA ESTATE near Kandy

W15 Hanthana is a boutique hotel near Kandy, with 10 characterful, well-equipped rooms, offering spa treatments, cooking classes, and ample opportunity to explore the area.