Sri Lanka has been creating quite a buzz in recent months. From its lush landscape and ancient monuments to its exotic cuisine and welcoming people, the mystical appeal of this island paradise means it is quickly emerging as a desirable destination for those in search of a spiritual, cultural and relaxing luxury holiday. You should enjoy a world class luxury stay in ultimate Sri Lankan ambience. Opulent accommodations with breathtaking views of beaches, mountains and landscapes will definitely add unforgettable memories to your trip in Sri Lanka. A range of luxury accommodation such as imperial hotels, exclusive resorts and delightful villas are common near almost every attraction in Sri Lanka.
- Amanwella
On Sri Lanka’s sun-drenched south coast near the fishing village of Tangalle, a winding track through lush jungle finally reveals Amanwella and its incomparable seaside setting. Perched above its beach that stretches the length of the bay, this tranquil retreat inspired by the Tropical Modernism of famed Sri Lankan architect, Geoffrey Bawa, is designed for blissful seclusion. On a hillside fringed with mature coconut palms, guest suites each offer their own private terrace and plunge pool, while the Restaurant overlooking the resort’s 47-metre swimming pool offers an elevated dining experience, the Beach Club situated at sea-level provides a laid back, beach side affair. Beyond the resort lie some of the island’s most revered temples, rolling tea plantations and National Parks offering Sri Lanka’s finest safari experiences.
Hotel Website : Amanwella
2)Amangalla
In the historic port of Galle, Amangalla lies within the ramparts of Sri Lanka’s 17th-century Galle Fort, a Unesco World Heritage Site. Offering views of the Fort and harbour on one side and the hotel’s lush gardens and swimming pool on the other, the graceful residence presents 30 rooms and suites, the two-storey, free-standing Garden House and the tranquil spa complex, The Spa and Baths. Named after the Sanskrit-derived word for ‘peace’, and galla, the Sinhalese word for the town of Galle, Amangalla reveals the Fort’s daily activities and rich legacy, its narrow streets lined with buildings from the Dutch and British colonial eras. Beyond the old-world bustle of this remarkable citadel lie emerald-green rice paddies, tranquil temples, serene beaches
Hotel Website : Amangalla
3)Ceylon Tea Trails
The world’s first tea bungalow resort, Ceylon Tea Trails is an icon for small luxury resorts. Comprising of five restored colonial era tea planter residences, the period furnishings, gracious butler service and gourmet cuisine create an ambience that has made Tea Trails the gold standard for luxury bungalows in Sri Lanka. The resort borders the World Heritage Central Highlands and offers breathtaking panoramas of mountains and lush tea fields. Each bungalow exudes its own exquisite ambiance while offering guests the non-hotel, private house ambience that is the hallmark of the award-winning, “all-inclusive” Tea Trails experience. Here, you can take a trail through panoramic Ceylon tea gardens, laze in one of the bungalows, or watch the mist roll in with a crackling fire warding off the evening chill.
Hotel Website : Ceylon Tea Trails
4)Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort sits on a rocky outcrop on the southern coast of Sri Lanka near the old fort town of Tangalle. Golden-hued beach fringed by coconut palms overlooks the roaring Indian Ocean.
Enjoying glorious Indian Ocean views, the resort offers a naturally exclusive hideaway for exotic beach life in a tranquil world of your own, as well as living out dreams of adventure with easy access to cultural sites, national parks and whale watching. Inspired by ancient Sri Lankan design and Anantara’s sense of indulgence, the 152 rooms and pool villas offers couple’s romance, and ample space for families and friends. Hotel facilities include a children’s and teens’ club, a lovely spa, and several dining outlets, one of them serving Sri Lankan inspired teppanyaki beside the beach.
Explore the island’s rainforests, pilgrimage sites and fishing ports. Dine cliffside, embark on surf adventures, or retreat to the sanctuary of Anantara Spa with award-winning Ayurvedic treatments
Hotel Website : Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort
5)CAPE WELIGAMA
Where trade winds carried legendary explorers like Marco Polo, Ibn Battuta and Fa-Hsien past Sri Lanka’s soaring southern cliffs on some of history’s most celebrated nautical journeys, Cape Weligama became one of Sri Lanka’s most celebrated beach resorts, along this fabled island’s palm fringed shores. Thirty minutes east of Galle, the property sits atop a singular promontory rising high above the Indian Ocean. Stunning panoramas await you, naturally complementing the 39 private retreats designed by one of Asia’s most celebrated architects, Lek Bunnag. The hotel offers an array of dining venues capturing Weligama’s iconic sunsets, as does the large crescent-shaped infinity pool that appears to flow seamlessly into the shimmering sea, while those timeless breezes ensure elegant swells unfurl onto the sun kissed sand.
Hotel Website: CAPE WELIGAMA