5 Best Sri Lankan Luxury Hotels for Your next Holiday

A trip to Sri Lanka is all about the sun, sand and sea- coupled with exotic food and rejuvenation. Add to this, a stay at one of the best luxury hotels right by the ocean, and you’ve got a perfect holiday in the making. Here are 5 of the best luxury hotels in Sri Lanka for your next holiday. Thank us later!

Centara Hotels and Resorts

Situated on the Bentota peninsula, the property is tucked between the Bentota River and the Indian Ocean, with dreamy sea and landscapes on all sides. While a natural gem perfect for those who want to soak in the breathtaking scenery, the Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa is just a short drive away from the Sea Turtle Hatchery, a popular destination. Suitable for both couples as well as families with children, the property offers visitors a choice of 165 plush rooms and suites that open up to marvelous views of the sea or the river. Equipped with modern facilities like flat-screen TV with international channels, controlled air-conditioning, and a mini bar as well as beverage-making facilities, the rooms are also spacious and aesthetically decorated in a mix of modern and traditional styles. Outdoor pools and a bunch of restaurants that serve up lip-smacking Sri Lankan fare, promise to make your trip even more interesting.

Costs start at: Rs 11,971* per night
Location: Aluthgama - Mathugama Rd, Bentota, Sri Lanka

Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort

Set on a secluded beachfront, Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort is situated on the southern coast of Sri Lanka, amidst a lush 21-acre coconut plantation. A private paradise featuring golden sands and beautiful seascapes, the property offers a choice of 152 rooms and pool villas decorated in a fusion of contemporary and traditional Sri Lankan style. Perfect for honeymooning couples as well as families and differently-abled guests, the rooms are equipped with modern amenities. The hotel has exquisite dining options, with a Sri-Lankan Teppanyaki beach restaurant as well as a specialty Italian restaurant that serve up delectable meals along with breathtaking views of the ocean. A special wine cellar, traditional high tea lounge, tennis and badminton courts, and yoga and meditation sessions at the Anantara Spa make for a well-rounded hotel stay. Once you’ve had your fill of relaxation, you can also go whale watching, meet rescued elephants, see turtles scuttling up the beach, and visit tea plantations and Dutch forts.

Costs start at: Rs 17,156* per night
Location: Goyambokka Estate, Tangalle 82200, Sri Lanka

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Shangri-La’s Hambantota Resort & Spa

Overlooking the ethereal southern coast of Sri Lanka, the Shangri-la’s Hambantota Resort & Spa is situated on the ancient Spice route of this historical island country. Spread out over 53 hectares, the luxury resort offers its guests a choice of 300 sprawling rooms and 21 exclusive suites, all of them tucked around beautiful tropical gardens. Apart from the comfortable and contemporary rooms, the resort boasts of an 18-hole golf course, a spa and an artisan village that patronizes the work of local artists and craftsmen. For fitness enthusiasts, there is a wellness centre with state-of-the-art facilities, a tennis court, a 30 meter swimming pool as well as free form pools to swim leisurely in. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, you can savor an authentic Sri Lankan meal at the Bojun Hala; tuck into grilled treats at the Beach Grill; or, sample Southeast Asian street food at Sera. You can also enjoy a host of other activities at the resort that include ballooning, flying trapeze, kite making and flying, and hiking.

Costs start at: Rs 11,285* per night
Location: Sittrakala Estate, Chithragala, Ambalantota, Sri Lanka

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Avani Bentota Hotel & Spa

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Just two minutes away from the Bentota beach, this beachside resort and spa offers to treat you to a relaxing time. Designed by Geoffery Bawa, a world-famous architect, who sought inspiration from 18^th century Dutch architecture, this Bentota beach haven offers 75 contemporary rooms that open out to the ocean. A perfect place to lounge around in, the hotel also offers Sri Lankan flavors and international favorites along with a tempting range of beverages. Watch your meals being prepared at the live cooking stations, take a dip in the pool or indulge in water sports, rejuvenate at the Avani spa, and enjoy your sun-downers at the Chatters bar.

Costs start at: Rs 14,843* per night
Location: Hunduwa Sri Sudharmadara Temple, Bentota 80500, Sri Lanka

Galle Face Hotel

This iconic, historical hotel was built in 1864 and is known for its timeless grandeur. It boasts of a saltwater pool that faces the Indian Ocean, a state-of-the-art spa, modern fitness amenities and croquet-playing facilities. Fitted with wooden floors, the spacious colonial-style rooms offer breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean, the Colombo city or the Galle Face Green. Subtle, with a touch of old-world charm, guests here have a choice of Studio rooms, Junior Suites, Suites or the Long Room with a private lounge and private service. The Hotel serves up a range of fine cuisine, ranging from elegant high teas to seafood at their in-house restaurants. Celebrated as a jewel of a place in the hospitality world, and true to its reputation as ‘the best hotel East of Suez’, a stay at the Galle Face Hotel is as luxurious as it gets!

Costs start at: Rs 17,999* per night
Location: 2 A2, Colombo 00300, Sri Lanka

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