We have created a list with the best luxury hotels in Sri Lanka. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Sara Lind & Adam Larsen. Updated February 2024.
KANDY.Great value. Great views. Popular among women. Located in Kandy, 7.1 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, Elegant Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Featuring a restaurant, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, rooms include a balcony with a mountain view. At Elegant Hotel every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. A continental, Full English/Irish or Asian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The accommodation offers a children's playground. Elegant Hotel provides an ironing service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying. Kandy railway station is 12 km from the hotel, while Bogambara Stadium is 13 km away.Show full description
KANDY.Trendy. Charming. Good breakfast. Popular among women. Featuring free WiFi, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a sun terrace, Le leopard d 'argent offers accommodation in Kandy. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. Some units have a seating area for your convenience. Rooms have a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower. There is a 24-hour front desk and gift shop at the property. You can play table tennis at this hotel, and car hire is available. Ceylon Tea Museum is 1.7 km from Le leopard d 'argent, while Kandy Royal Botanical Gardens is 2.9 km away. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 81 km from Le leopard d 'argent.Show full description
KANDY. Boutique hotel.Superb breakfast. Great location. Featuring a fitness centre, shared lounge and views of pool, The Radh Hotel is set in Kandy, 500 metres from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi. The accommodation offers a concierge service, valet parking and currency exchange for guests. The units come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a kettle, a bidet, a hairdryer and a desk. All guest rooms feature a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. The hotel offers a continental or buffet breakfast. Bogambara Stadium is 1.2 km from The Radh Hotel, while Sri Dalada Maligawa is 350m away. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 100 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a highly rated breakfast and a great location in Kandy.
KANDY. Boutique hotel.Beautiful. Nice interior design. Featuring free WiFi and a year-round outdoor pool, Kings Pavilion offers accommodation in Kandy. The hotel has a barbecue and sun terrace, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site. Every room is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Some units feature a seating area where you can relax. Enjoy a cup of tea while looking out at the mountain or pool. The rooms include a private bathroom. Extras include slippers and free toiletries. Bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling. Bogambara Stadium is 1.4 km from Kings Pavilion, while Kandy City Center Shopping Mall is 1.5 km away. Bandaranaike International Airport is 82 km from the property.Show full description
COLOMBO.Charming. Historic property. Great breakfast. A former colonial residence, Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo features boutique-style suites with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. It offers massages by appointment, a pool, steam room and fitness room. Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo’s charming suites offer lavish interiors and Egyptian cotton linen. All suites offer DVD/CD players, a minibar and kettle with tea/coffee making facilities. Selected suites come with a private courtyard or a balcony. Free internet access is available at The Library, which features a variety of 500 leather bound books. Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo features a restaurant for meal options and indoor or outdoor dining. Alternatively, room service is also available. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Odel Shopping Mall. Bandaranaike International Airport is a 45-minute drive away.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most CHARMING AND HISTORIC boutique hotels in Sri Lanka.
SIGIRIYA.Historic. Elegant. Popular among couples. Sitting on 58 acres of tropical vegetation, Ulagalla Resort offers villas with plunge pools and free Wi-Fi. It has a spa, freshwater pool and activites like horseback riding and archery. Surrounded by acres of paddy fields and orchards, Resort Ulagalla offers villas with great views. They feature a film library, a private patio which sun loungers and rain shower facilities in the bathroom. The Ulagalla Resort features a well-equipped fitness centre and a recreational room with pool table. Other recreational facilities include free bicycle rental. The tour desk assists guests with organising visits to local attractions. Local specialities like spicy meats and fresh vegetable dishes can be enjoyed at the restaurant. An international a la carte menu is also available. Meals can be enjoyed in the privacy of villas.Show full description
KANDY. Luxury Hotel.Great views. Set in Kandy, 4.2 km from Ceylon Tea Museum, Fox Kandy by Fox Resorts offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar. Each accommodation at the hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a garden and to a terrace. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. All guest rooms at the hotel feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, Blu-ray player, and a private bathroom with a bidet, a hairdryer and free toiletries. All rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. A à la carte breakfast is available every morning at Fox Kandy by Fox Resorts. Bogambara Stadium is 5 km from the accommodation, while Kandy City Center Shopping Mall is 5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 102 km from Fox Kandy by Fox Resorts.Show full description
KANDY. Resort.Historic. Popular among women. Located amidst rolling green hills and the Madulkelle Tea Estate, this property offers tents with a terrace, a seating area, and en suite bathroom with hot/cold water. Wired internet access is available. The peaceful Madulkelle Tea and Eco Lodge offers a retreat away from the city. It is just a 15-minute walk to Hatale Waterfalls and a 40-minute drive to Knuckles Mountain Range, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Guests can soak up the sun or take a dip at the outdoor pool. The friendly staff at this Eco Lodge can organise a campfire or a visit to the tea factory. Trekking and day trips can also be arranged. A restaurant is available serving a variety of dishes with organic vegetables, straight from their own garden. The property is 30 km to Kandy Town and 140 km to Colombo City. Colombo International Airport is a 4-hour drive away.Show full description
KANDY.Highly elegant. Charming. Lovely interior design. Set in Kandy, 17 km from Kandy Royal Botanic Gardens, The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Staff on site can arrange airport transfers. At the hotel, each room includes a wardrobe. All rooms are fitted with a safety deposit box, while some rooms also feature a balcony and others also feature mountain views. At The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. An à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Asian, international and European cuisine. Vegetarian and dairy-free options can also be requested. Kandy City Center Shopping Mall is 18 km from The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel, while Sri Dalada Maligawa is 18 km from the property.Show full description
This is the most elegant luxury hotel in Sri Lanka.
KANDY. Luxury Hotel.Great value. The Golden Crown Hotel is a 5-star hotel located in Ampitya, Kandy, Srilanka. Set amidst lush paddy fields surrounded by lush greens, the property is just 10-minute drive away from the famous Temple of the Tooth Relic. Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen satellite TV. Some rooms have a seating area for your convenience. You will find a kettle and minibar in the room. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom with a bidet and shower, with bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries provided. Property features a swimming pool along with the INFINITY pool bar on the 2nd floor with a picturesque view where the guests can relax sipping an exotic drink from our swim-up bar. The property offers three restaurants: BRIX, a contemporary Irish type restaurant; THE LONG BAR, a welcoming venue resembling an Irish Pub; and TREATS, for breakfast, lunch or late night snack. Situated on the top floor is LAVO, an upscale night club. Refreshing workouts can be enjoyed at the fitness centre. The spa offers a range of treatments. Complimentary parking is available on site. Sri Dalada Maligawa is 2.6 km from The Golden Crown Hotel, while Kandy Museum is 2.6 km away. Bandaranaike International Airport is 86 km from the property. Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage (1 hr and 26 min), Embekka Dewalaya (18.3 Km /48 min) , Pallekelle International Cricket Stadium(27Min/14.2Km), British Garrison Cemetery (2.7km), Horton Plains National Park (3hr 55 min ), Sri Lankathilake Rajamaha Viharaya (47.3min/18.4km), Royal Palace Park (8min.3.5km) , Udawatta Sanctuary(5.4km), Sigiriya (2hr 40 min)& Dambulla (2hr 8min), Distance to Ella (3hr 25min).Show full description
KANDY.Relaxing atmosphere. Elegant. Great location. Santani Wellness Kandy, having opened in 2016 has received a number of international accolades highlighting the level of service, the cuisine and the spa. Located in the mountains of Sri Lanka, 1.5 hours from the Kandy city, the resort is on a former tea estate surrounded by paddy fields. This 48 acre unique property opens out to the Hunnasgiriya Mountain range, and the Knuckles Mountain Range, a Unesco world heritage side. All rooms have a glass wall that provides unhindered views of the lush vegetation surrounding the area. Free Wi-Fi is also offered at the resort. Each meal at Santani is an experience, and with no printed menus, the chefs propose a menu to each guest based on the dietary preferences and utilizing the fresh organic vegetables grown on site. All room categories are available on a full-board basis. The property has a world-class 6000 sq ft spa with a thermal saltwater pool, sauna, steamroom treatments as well as morning and evening yoga sessions. A number of wellness packages can be added on separately for guests staying 5 nights and above, and these include detox, weight loss and more. Spa access and Hatha yoga is provided free of charge. A number of excursions including river walks, tea factory visits, tea estate walks and more can be arranged on request.Show full description
HIKKADUWA.Delightful property. Relaxing atmosphere. Superb interior design. Situated in Hikkaduwa, 1.8 km from Seenigama Beach, 33 Lake Terrace features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a desk, a terrace with a lake view, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, bed linen and towels. All rooms are fitted with a kettle, while certain rooms come with a balcony and others also boast mountain views. The rooms have a wardrobe. A continental, Full English/Irish or American breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At 33 Lake Terrace you will find a restaurant serving American, Chinese and British cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. Hikkaduwa Beach is 2.4 km from the accommodation, while Galle International Cricket Stadium is 21 km from the property. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 34 km from 33 Lake Terrace.Show full description
I think this is one of the most beautiful, well designed and relaxing boutique hotels in Sri Lanka! It also has outstanding views. AMAZING.
COLOMBO.Rooftop bar. Rooftop pool.Opened March 2022. Set in Colombo, 90 metres from Kollupitiya Beach, Granbell Hotel Colombo offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, all guest rooms at Granbell Hotel Colombo have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and certain rooms also offer a balcony. At the accommodation all rooms include bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or Full English/Irish options. Popular points of interest near Granbell Hotel Colombo include Bambalapitiya Beach, Galle Face Beach and Bambalapitiya Railway Station. The nearest airport is Ratmalana International Airport, 12 km from the hotel.Show full description
KANDY. Resort.Popular among couples. Aarunya Nature Resort has free bikes and an outdoor swimming pool in Kandy. The property features a fitness centre, as well as a garden. The accommodation provides a shared lounge and free WiFi. The villas are equipped with a seating area, private bathroom, air conditioning, and private terraces, flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Villas have private plunge pools, bath tubs, or hot tubs. A continental or traditional Sri Lankan breakfast is served every morning at the property in a variety of private settings. Sri Dalada Maligawa is 13 km from the resort, while Kandy City Center Shopping Mall is 13 km from the property. Bandaranaike International Airport is 115 km (3 to 4 Hours Drive) away.Show full description
TANGALLE.Hip. Stylish. Great interior design. Popular among women.Opened February 2022. Set in Tangalle, a few steps from Mawella Beach, Halcyon Mawella offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant. Offering a bar, the property is located within 5.8 km of Hummanaya Blow Hole. Free WiFi and room service are featured. At the hotel, the rooms include a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, certain units at Halcyon Mawella also have a sea view. At the accommodation, all rooms come with air conditioning and a safety deposit box. Halcyon Mawella offers a sun terrace. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Tangalle, like snorkelling. Weherahena Buddhist Temple is 26 km from Halcyon Mawella, while Kushtarajagala is 47 km away. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 66 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This boutique resort hotel is situated on a beach. It has a unique and stylish concept, providing a perfect escape from city life. The hotel has a well-managed beach, an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, and a peaceful garden.
COLOMBO. Luxury Hotel.Great value. Shangri-La Colombo presents a new level of luxury in the city. Located in the heart of the business and entertainment district, the hotel offers the various collection of guestrooms with stunning views of the Indian Ocean, Beira Lake or cityscape. The property has 3 innovative restaurants and 2 bars, and it is Colombo’s largest and stylish event spaces. Set to be the city’s dining destination, Shangri-La Colombo's restaurants and bars include Capital Bar & Grill, presenting tasty steaks and seafood grills with a wide selection of whisky. Shangri-La Colombo’s signature Chinese restaurant Shang Palace celebrates cuisine steeped in rich tradition and Central, the hotel's vibrant all-day dining restaurant and café which is the elegant addition to Colombo’s dining scene. Sapphyr Lounge is a place to meet with friends and family over simple indulgences. There is a Pool Bar overlooking the Indian Ocean and it is perfect for light refreshments. The hotel also offers direct access to the most extensive international shopping mall in Sri Lanka, Shangri-La Colombo’s own One Galle Face Mall. Chi, The Spa is a place of personal peace and enchantment offering holistic therapies for the body, mind and soul. The Health Club features state-of-the-art fitness equipment and personal trainers to ensure you stay true to your fitness regime when away from home. Daily buffet breakfast and dinner are served at Central Restaurant. Co-nnect, Shangri-La Colombo, Colombo’s stylish, new co-working space offers a versatile environment to meet, work and create. These exclusive spaces include private offices, meeting rooms, work pods and individual work stations, and is an inspired alternative to working in a traditional office setting.Show full description
AHANGAMA.Cool. Cosy rooms. Rooftop bar. Popular among couples. Set in Ahangama, Harding Boutique Hotel provides a private beach area and garden. Featuring a rooftop restaurant, the property also has a terrace. All rooms offer views of the Indian Ocean and sunset views from the private patios or balconies. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom with free toiletries. Harding Boutique Hotel features free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers breakfast. Harding Boutique Hotel offers an outdoor pool.Show full description
This boutique hotel is one of the most popular in Sri Lanka among couples!
KOGGALA.Lovely property. Relaxing atmosphere. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Kahanda Kanda is a boutique-style hotel located 17 km from Galle Fort. It offers an infinity pool, free parking and WiFi. Spacious rooms feature thatched roofs, wooden flooring and luxurious 4-poster beds with canopy. The hotel has a 20-metre infinity-edged swimming pool, a spa and fitness centre. They have seating areas with comfortable sofas and colourful fabrics. A safe and minibar are available. Guests can enjoy relaxing massages or activities such as snorkelling and cycling. Staff at Kanda Kahanda can help with bicycle rental and airport shuttle. Laundry service is also provided. Kanda Kahanda’s restaurant uses fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables to prepare local and Asian dishes. Poolside dining is available. The Galle-Matara Road is just 7.5 km away. The Kahanda Kanda Boutique Hotel Lanka is 160 km from Sri Lanka's International Airport and 130 km from Colombo.Show full description
KANDY. Boutique hotel.Comfortable beds. Great views. Located in Kandy, within 15 km of Sri Dalada Maligawa and Kandy Museum, Bellwood Hills Resort & Spa offers accommodation with a fitness centre and free WiFi. With a garden, the property also has a terrace. The hotel provides an outdoor swimming pool, evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk. At the hotel, each room is fitted with a balcony. All units at Bellwood Hills Resort & Spa come with a seating area. International & Sri Lankan breakfast options are available every morning at the accommodation. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire and car hire are available at BellwoodHills Resort & Spa.Show full description
COLOMBO. Luxury Hotel.Great value. Rooftop bar. Boasting spectacular views of the Colombo Harbor and the Galle Face Green, The Kingsbury is a 5-star hotel in Colombo, which offers regal accommodation and a wide variety of sumptuous dining options. Situated in the heart of the country's commercial capital, The Kingsbury Colombo is a short distance from landmarks like the World Trade Centre and the Colombo Harbour, as well as popular attractions such as the Dutch Hospital Shopping Complex and Galle Face Green. The Bandaranaike International Airport is about 33 km away. Elegantly-designed yet tasteful and spacious, the rooms have oversized windows offering breathtaking views of the Colombo Harbor and the Galle Face Green. Bright and airy, they are fitted with cable TV, a minibar and tea and coffee making facilities. Each room has an en-suite marble bathroom. Guests can leisurely soak in the outdoor swimming pool, wind down at the Senses Spa or work out at the well-equipped gym. The 24-hour butler service ensures immaculate relaxation at all times. The Kings Steakbar, which true to its name offers rare curated boards of prime steak fit for royalty, sourced from the US, New Zealand and Australia. The traditional Spanish pastry Churros lends its name to the patisserie replete with mouth-watering confections, while to fulfil a seafood craving, The Ocean serves up the freshest platters of seafood. The Harbour Court goes global with international cuisine served all day and the Honey Beach Club moves to the rhythm of great beach vibes, while Tavern provides local favourites at competitive rates. For the Chinese food connoisseur, the resident Chinese chefs at Yue Chuan will be tossing up Cantonese and Szechuan fare from its brand new menu.Show full description
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