Select the best hotel while your stay in Sri Lanka
Spend your luxirious holiday and experiance the world class hopitality. Find our guide on selecting the best hotel while your stay.
Top 10 Luxury Hotels in Sri Lanka
Last decade, Sri Lankan tourism industry has grown more than expected and during the period, investments entities were keener on developing hospitality industry. Due to the vast development, many new hotels started business and for now, there are many star class tourism hotels around Sri Lanka. It could be a range of a budget resort to a five-start luxury hotel. Due to the market competition, most of hotels are offering very attractive rates with full comprehensive packages where visitors can get many benefits at hotel reservation. Actually, it is too hard to organize the hotel list in an order based on any specific criteria and all of hotels are giving their best service which second to none. However, based on some of previous visitor reviews, prices, features and location, we have list out 10 hotels. We believe that, this selection will give you a guidance of choosing a better hotel based on your expectations. Please keep in mind still rest of many hotels are providing great customer services, we will bring you in a later post.
Shangri-La Hotel - Colombo
Shangri-La Hotel – Colombo is one of the leading world-class luxury hotel located in a prime location in Colombo. Colombo is the main business hub of Sri Lanka. Shangri-La Hotel offers the most modern 500 luxuries guest rooms/suites and 41 serviced apartments. The hotel comes with a very beautiful scenic view from the beachside and offering direct access to most of the extensive international shopping malls. the seven-story shopping mall offers opportunities for exploring more than 200 retail outlets. You can find restaurants, bars, cafes within the hotel. Also dedicated adventure zone for kids from ages two to twelve, Sri Lanka’s largest Cineplex nine-screen theatre available within the hotel. Shangri-La’s world-renowned Chi, The Spa presents 10 private rooms and a soothing selection of traditional Sri Lankan and Asian treatments and therapies. The spa is complemented by a state-of-the-art, 24-hour Health Club and one of the largest outdoor swimming pools in Colombo.
1 Galle Face, Colombo 2,, Sri Lanka
Marino Beach Colombo
Marino Beach Colombo is another hotel located in heart of Colombo, Sri Lanka. Marino Beach Colombo offers modern and luxurious 300 spacious bedrooms designed with true urban elegance. You can experience all features of a star class hotel with an iconic rooftop infinity pool & garden with Panoramic views of the Indian ocean and around the city. All the rooms are included with a balcony that will give you a super scenic view and a 50-inch flat-screen TV. Also provided for your comfort and convenience are Daily Housekeeping, Laundry Service, 24-hour Front Desk Support, and access to Free Wi-Fi. Hotel Marino Beach offers unique standards and value for your holiday stay, having in-house Restaurants, Bars, Fitness Center, and a Spa by Angsana.
No 590, Marine Drive, Colombo 03.
Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo
Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo located in a truly amazing location between Beira Lake and the city, this upscale hotel is 2 km from Galle Face Green park. It’s 45minutes away from International Airport and also very close to Colombo central bus stand and railway station. The luxury elegant rooms are providing both city and lake views. You can experience all features in a star class hotel such as feature minibars, Wi-Fi, and cable TV, along with tea and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms provide access to an executive lounge offering free breakfast, snacks, and drinks. Suites add living rooms and personal butler service, and some have terraces. An upgraded suite adds a dining area, a kitchen, a grand piano, and a whirlpool bath. There are 3 restaurants, including a polished Thai eatery. There’s also a cafe, a lobby lounge, and an exclusive library (members only), plus a gym, an outdoor pool, and a spa. Whatever your indulgences the Cinnamon Lakeside provides you accommodation from Deluxe rooms to Premium, Suites, and Royal suites fit for a king with all modern amenities. The Executive floor rooms offer the business traveler a 24 butler service, LCD television with satellite connection, complimentary breakfast, tea, coffee, and cocktails.
117, Sir Chittampalam A. Gardiner Mawatha, Colombo 02, Sri Lanka
Grand Hotel - Nuwara Eliya
The Grand Hotel one of the best luxury hotel in Sri Lanka. The original hotel building, was a single storey bungalow, called ‘Barnes Hall’, was constructed as the holiday residence of Sir Edward Barnes, who is the the fifth Governor of Ceylon (1776-1838) in 1828. Hotel is situated on Nuwara Eliya Hill, adjacent to the Nuwara Eliya Golf Course. Surrounded by tropical greenery and enjoying cool climates, it features two restaurants, a shopping arcade, and a gym. The rooms at the Grand Hotel are equipped with heating. Each room has satellite TV, a mini-fridge, and tea/coffee making facilities. The private bathroom offers a hot shower and a hairdryer. Guests can relax in the sauna, or play a round of golf. Other facilities include a 24-hour reception and a business center. Laundry services are available. International dishes are served at Barnes Hall, while Grand Indian Restaurant offers specialties from North and South India. The hotel also has a wine cellar. The Grand Hotel is a 6-hour drive from Colombo International Airport.
No. 05 Grand Hotel Road Nuwara Eliya, Nuwaraeliya 22200, Sri Lanka
reservations@grandhotel.lk
Taj Samudra Colombo
Taj Samudra hotel located in Colombo, facing Sri Lanka’s historic Galle Face Green. Taj Samudra hotel offers enchanting views of the mesmerizing Indian Ocean, Galle Face Green, and the vibrant city of Colombo. The hotel is consisting of 300 rooms and suites nestled in 11 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens. Located in Colombo’s business hub, the urban resort is a short walk from the bustling city center and 21 miles (34 km) from the International airport. The hotel’s award-winning chefs create culinary magic, fit for connoisseurs of fine dining. Relish authentic Indian cuisine prepared with exotic spices and unique cooking techniques at Navratna. Enjoy a wide selection of Chinese delicacies at Golden Dragon, and sample Japanese specialties at YUMI. Latitude, the all-day diner and coffee shop, offers an extensive global menu. Against the backdrop of the landscaped gardens and the Indian Ocean, Taj Samudra houses some of the most spectacular and unique banqueting and conferencing venues. The ocean-view Samudra Ballroom is ideal for celebratory dinners; the historical 1860s Crystal Building is perfect for traditional weddings; the conference halls are designed to host formal board meetings. Relax over a game of pool with your friends at the hotel’s ambient lounge Pebbles and laze by the swimming pool with a delicious cocktail in hand.
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort located in on a rocky outcrop on the southern coast of Sri Lanka near the old fort town of Tangalle Golden-hued beach fringed by coconut pals overlooks the Indian Ocean. You can explore the island’s rainforests, pilgrimage sites, and fishing ports very easily. Dine cliffside, embark on surf adventures or retreat to the sanctuary of Anantara Spa with award-winning Ayurvedic treatments. There are around 152 rooms and pool villas and it would be a 2-3 hour drive from Colombo International Airport. The Udawalawe National Park, Galle Fort, Yala National Park, Mirissa beach, Mulkirigala Rock Temple, Handunugoda Tea Plantation, Bundala National Park, and Rekawa Turtle Conservation Project are nearby the hotel.
Goyambokka Estate, Tangalle, Sri Lanka
https://www.anantara.com/en/peace-haven-tangalle
Le Grand Galle
Le Grand Galle located in Galle and 300m away from Galle International Cricket Stadium. Le Grand Galle by Asia Leisure has a number of amenities including an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center, an amazing garden, and free WiFi. The hotel located in heart of Galle city area and Dutch Church Galle, Galle Fort, Galle Lighthouse & Galle Fort National Museum is very close to the hotel. From a spectacular view of the ocean and the iconic UNESCO Heritage site, Galle Fort to invigorating architecture, plush interiors, lavish suites with private plunge pools, and the finest-in-class service, Le Grand is truly yours. All guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen TV with cable channels, a coffee machine, a bidet. All rooms are having private bathrooms with hairdryers and some of the rooms come with scenic balconies.
Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa
Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa 5-star hotel located near the Mirissa Beach, The hotel has spectacular water views, superb service, and a prime location. Hotel consisting of 188 rooms, 10 suites in a 14 floors amazing architectural building. Relax and recharge in our spacious hotel rooms and suites that feature indulgent bedding, marble bathrooms with oversized soaking tubs, flat-screen TVs, ample workstations, complimentary Wi-Fi, and private balconies, most with direct ocean views. Take advantage of hotel amenities, including its a sparkling outdoor pool and modern fitness center. Pamper yourself at our luxury Quan Spa and delight your palate with dazzling offerings from popular restaurants and bars. For those planning events in Sri Lanka, The Weligama hotel has sophisticated meeting and event facilities, including a picture-perfect ballroom and poolside lawn. During your stay, explore Galle Dutch Fort, Mirissa Beach, Jungle Beach, and Yala National Park. A stay at Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa, Weligama, Sri Lanka, is simply extraordinary.
700 Matara Road, Pelana, Weligama, 81700 Sri Lanka
info@weligamabayresort.com
Hotel Riu - Ahungalla
Hotel Riu located in Ahungalla which is a very popular destination and offers features themed restaurants and offers 24-hour services. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, it offers accommodation in Bentota. Free private parking is also available on site. Each room is fitted with a flat-screen TV. Certain rooms have a seating area for your convenience. You will find a kettle in the room. Every room includes a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Lunuganga is 11 km from Riu hotel, while Bentota Lake is 13 km from the property.
Heritance Kandalama
Heritance Kandalama located in amidst jungle on a mountainside overlooking the Sigiriya rock fortress, this greenish hotel is next to Kandalama Reservoir and 10 km from the Golden Temple of Dambulla.Warm, elegant rooms feature balconies and luxurious bathrooms with reservoir views. All also offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screens and air-conditioning, as well as minibars and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Suites add DVD players and Jacuzzis; some offer butler service. Hot breakfast is served in an airy restaurant with a terrace. There’s also refined fusion dining. Other amenities include a relaxed bar and a spa, in addition to a library, a kids’ play area and this unique design hotel provides 3 impressive pools and exotic activities like bird watching.
Kandalama Heritance is a 20-minute drive from UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the 2,000-year-old cave temple at Dambulla and the Sigiriya rock fortress. The 5-star hotel is a 3.5-hour drive from the airport.The spacious rooms are fitted with rattan furniture and timber panels. Each comes with a private bathroom featuring oversized glass walls that allow much natural light in. The hotel features tennis courts, a well-equipped gym and the well-known Coco Spa. To enjoy Sri Lanka’s breathtaking natural landscapes, the hotel offers various excursions like mountain cycling excursions and lake safaris. Start the day with breakfast on the lake or enjoy a memorable dining experience in the nearby cave. The Kanchana Restaurant offers daily themed nights with international cuisine. Views of the Sigiriya citadel and the Kandalama Lake accompany meals.
Heritance Kandalama PO Box 11, Dambulla, Sri Lanka.