An ascending colonnade leads to the public area where the reception is on the left while to the right are two grassed courtyards. The Lounge and Bar is adjacent the Restaurant. Steps lead to the unique, rectangular 45-metre infinity swimming pool which overlooks the sun terraces. All 30 suites are identical in layout and design and fall into two categories based on their location and views. The private pool measures six by four meters. There is a combined sleeping and living room with a king-size bed, writing desk, armchair with foot-stool and a personal bar with refreshments. Sliding screens divide this area from the open-plan bathroom featuring a bathtub, dressing area, shower and toilet

Offering the indulgent luxuries of a private villa with the service of a five star hotel, and is situated near the southern coast not far from Galle. Five air conditioned suites with breathtaking panoramic views of palm fringed jungle and the Indian Ocean promise stylish, spacious interiors, ideal in which to unwind. Overlooking Koggala Lake and surrounded by the lush greenery of a working tea estate, my home turned award winning boutique hotel offers discerning travellers a unique wellness escape with quick access by charming tuk tuk to timeless treasures inside Galle Fort as well as some of the world’s best beaches, for which Galle and Sri Lanka are so well known.

The hotels history is born out of the early Dutch colonial period, and is located right in the heart of the preserved Dutch fort, offering guests a memorable and appropriately stylish stay in architectural splendor. It is surrounded by antiques, old prints, polished aged-floors, crisp white linen together with a gracious, welcoming and warm staff. Gentle strolls directly from the hotel unravel the unique history of this magnificent 36-hectare hexagonal stone fort. There are eight suites, seven bedrooms & a garden house Situated within the resort gardens, which features a private terrace and balcony offing leafy, treetop views.

Ceylon Tea Trails Is located 3 hours from Colombo and 2 hours from Kandy by road. Nestled among the tea draped hills of the Bogawantalawa region in central Sri Lanka, at over 4000 feet above sea level, Is Ceylon Tea Trails - four classic colonial era bungalows that boast twenty luxurious rooms and suites These bungalows were originally built for British tea estate managers in the days of the Raj. Ceylon Tea Trails consists of twenty rooms and suites in four luxurious bungalows, boasting spectacular locations, butler service and fine cuisine. We offer you the choice of either staying at a single bungalow or moving from one bungalow to the next on the Tea Trail.

Strategically located in the middle of the country. Elephant Corridor hotel is a fine base to explore the ruins of the ancient and medieval cities of Sigiriya, Dambulla, Polonnaruwa, Anuradhapura and Kandy. “Elephant Corridor” hotel in the heart of Sri Lanka is a 21 suite, small, luxury. Designer - lifestyle hotel with individual plunge pools (a swimming pool for two) in every suite. Your bedroom includes a four poster bed and Egyptian cotton bed linen, cable T\/ and DVD, a large outdoor terrace with a day bed and impromptu dining facilities. The large bathroom comes with ‘His & Her” vanity, shower with glass roof thick terry bathrobes and a dressing room.

One enters the villa through a grand hallway with a view of the Inner courtyard and the magnificent frangipani trees. The sitting room with high ceilings is well appointed with deep colored sofas with original teakwood windows which open into the gallery. The outside gallery is enclosed by high windows which has the view of the bustling street whilst preserving the privacy within the villa. The villa includes 5 suites and offers a highly personalized service, with high ceilings and large windows. All suites are air-conditioned and the bathrooms have the facilities of hot & cold shower, all rooms consist of a wardrobe cupboard and writing table-cum-dressing table.

One of the most sought after small hotels in Colombo; this elegant is a well kept secret with those few veteran travelers whenever they visit Colombo. This six room bungalow located In Colombo was refurbished and initially opened as an art gallery. Havelock now doubles up not only as an art gallery, but: as a hotel as well. The house gives you a ‘homely’ feeling. The flowering and shady trees in the garden make It hard to believe such a place exists within the busy streets of Colombo.

Undoubtedly one of the finest small hotels in Colombo, The Park Street Hotel combines style & comfort The Park Street Hotel is inspiringly stylish and is an ideal alternative for visitors seeking personalized accommodation that larger hotels cannot offer. Conveniently located in the heart of Colombo yet avoiding the notorious traffic ‘hotspots’. The 10 sleek deluxe rooms and 2 large comfortable suites are distinctively Asian in style and reflect the characteristic Taru flair for creativity, design and attention to detail.

This unique eco friendly nature resort spreads over approx 02 acres of land and consists of 25 well appointed rooms built on stilts where below the Villas paddy fields are grown. The wine cellar, Pool, restaurant, cafe, Bar, and the library is located in the main Villa. The accommodation consists of twenty five well appointed deluxe rooms. The rooms are named into five categories and provide the facilities of Electronic Safe for your valuables, fully stocked Mini Bar, TV with satellite channels, DVD Player, spacious bath with Hot & Cold water, private pool and Air Conditioning. Some rooms are equipped with king size bed or large twin beds.

Transformed Into a chic boutique hotel offering ten exclusive suites built with all modern comforts and luxury, combining Style & Simplicity, ideally to match the opulence of the hotel’s flamboyant history. Tintagel Hotel originally being a colonial home still retains its vintage persona displaying high ceilings, intricately built arches, towering stiff columns and deep colored wood flooring. Ten exquisitely built luxury suites, complete with spacious bathrooms featuring rain showers, bath tubs and vanities. All suites are equipped with complimentary WI-Ft connection, LCD TV with DVD/ CD players, Air conditioning, Personal safe, Mini bar, IDD phone facilities and private Courtyard, Balcony or Lounge.

A century old English planter’s bungalow, Restored to its former glory this boutique hotel lays pristine on a 30 acre estate surrounded by greenery of tea shrubs and fresh vegetation in Ambewela, Sri Lanka. Take a quiet stroll along the Warwick Gardens estate in Ambewela and hand pick some fresh produce from the garden and watch the hotel chef prepare an organic meal just for you. Complete with bedrooms that over looks the estate with quaint views of the garden, each maintaining its own Individual style, Room facilities such as bath tubs in three of the suites, Rain shower, and Hot and Cold water. Among other facilities, Lounge area with satellite TV, Selection of DVDs and board games, Office room with telephone and an extensive library.

Located In idyllic and unspoiled surroundings on the South Western lowland of Sri Lanka, Set against large boulders and surrounding forests, the boulder garden is a paradise for both nature lovers and comfort seekers. The stylish boutique hotel, which resembles a medieval castle, has all modern luxuries and comforts on offer. The hotel offers a remarkable eco-experience to the traveler. The hotel consists of 10 suites arranged in 4 rising tiers, linked by winding stone steps and deep corridors. The opulently appointed rooms are furnished in traditional style plus all modern comforts. The rooms are equipped with humidity fires, so that you enjoy the rain forest in its natural surrounding without air-conditioning.

A stunning white mansion with a history dating over 200 years ago is now brought back to life, a traditional Moorish residence transformed into a Retro luxury hotel Stylishly designed and furnished comes with your own chauffer/butler who will take care of you right throughout their your stay. All Twelve Luxury suites in the hotel are amazingly large. Eight Corporate suites that have the added features of a super King-size bed, exquisite copper bathtub and a laptop within the work area. Three leisure suites including the Royal Suite each consisting of a large bed and living room space along with a separate entertainment corner. 29- Inch LCD TV, high fidelity sound systems movies on Apple ipod, 6 genres of music, Wi-Fi connectivity and intelligent lighting system.

Olanda Beach House is a charming and sympathetic manner. The 1-acre coconut grove remains untouched but immaculately clipped lawns, and pretty Araliya (frangipani) trees lead to the sandy beach for Safe swimming and barbeques. The main villa has an open, white pillared design with high ceilings and terracotta flooring. The wrap-around verandah is furnished with planter’s chairs and rattan chairs and occasional tables.

The Beach place is an up stair house with 3 double bed rooms with en-suite bathrooms and a study. This could be converted in to a kid’s room if necessary. It’s called Beach place as its right beside the beach with steps going down to the ocean. The villa comes with a cook, room boy & night watchman. If you’re lucky, you can buy your fresh fish strait from the ocean. The cooks will barbeque it for you. Beach place is accomplished with a half indoor swimming pool which is in the middle of the house with a beautiful water feature. The beach place is designed for beach lovers.

A newly built villa with a Balinese influence, the Dalip House has a wide beach frontage. The waves are challenging and to be shown respect. Fishermen perch on their stilts just to the right of the private beach gate. Dalip House has polished stone flooring, which encourages cool bare foot living. Timber ceilings and shutters channel the view out over the garden towards the Indian Ocean.Dalip House has three double rooms each in separate pavilions and is located at the front of the villa allowing you to gaze out to sea whilst still in bed. There is a children’s' pavilion with a twin room, single room and small sitting area. All doubles have an ensuite shower. The children's wing shares a bathroom with shower.

One of the closest beach villas to Galle Town, The Beach Hut is situated on a quiet wide sweeping sandy beach. This stylish beach villa has one main ensuite bedroom and a smaller second air conditioned bedroom suitable for two children. The living area is comfortably furnished with a tasteful blend of antiques and locally crafted furniture and opens on to a wide verandah where breakfast and other meals can be served.

The terrace of the master suite overlooks the pool, garden and ocean from where you can watch the sun drop down into the Indian Ocean whilst enjoying an early evening cocktail.

Just ten minutes away from the historic Galle Fort, Off Rocks is a tribute to fine living. Situated amidst rustic elements and many other unique attractions, you can witness natural phenomena such as turtles laying their eggs, local fishermen exerting their presence to make that perfect catch and taste fresh and delectable fruits that are only exclusive to Sri Lanka. Indeed, Off Rocks promises to be an Eden of sorts.

Encompassing a combined space of an acre, the Off Rocks property is an abode that boasts 2 well appointed villas complete with ensuite Italian toilets furnished with granite and chrome finish. One can also witness the ‘au natural’ swimming pool with rejuvenating seawater.

The Orchard House has four a/c bedrooms opening out to the central courtyard and garden. The ensuite bathrooms have h/w showers. Three double bedrooms are furnished with large four poster antique beds and one with twin beds. Rooms are also equipped with overhead fans. Orchard House – named after the villa’s enclosed gardens – has recently been renovated by a leading Australian designer. Enter through the unassuming main doorway to a spacious living area and a long courtyard full of lush greenery, which is the main focus of all the bedrooms. A pillared pavilion perfect for al fresco dining and a small swimming pool are located at the back of the property.

All bedrooms are ensuite shower rooms and a/c. we are only letting the front 3 ones at this stage as the ones in the back are not really up to scratch yet and also needed for staff and washing and such. We ensure high class service and comfort through out the stay and assure the high security 24/7. On demand traveler guide facilities can be arranged as well.

The 'Bethel'' is Close to Galle at Hapugalla is an intriguing place known as `BETHEL`. This is a large, Dutch style building with colonial furniture and an open – air pool. It has long corridors leading to four bedrooms and is set in a higher location over looking a lovely spice garden with a lotus pond in the center of it..There is a distinct atmosphere of relaxed homeliness about the place, as though it belongs to an author or publisher.

The villa is a spacious tropical beach house with high wooden ceilings, cool cement flooring and a lush interior courtyard. Situated on a hill the house is designed to flow with the landscape and surprising you with a sea view as soon as you step through the front door. Bedrooms:

There are three en-suite double bedrooms all opening out to the central courtyard. The interiors are stylish with comfortable double beds dressed in fine white linen. The luxurious master bedroom opens out to the garden with a private terrace as well as the central courtyard. This room is furnished with a four-poster bed and the en-suite secluded outdoor bathroom has an antique roll top bath.

This sprawling manor, built in the 1800s by a prominent family in the Galle district, was first occupied by a British Admiral and later by a High Court judge of the colonial era. Tamarind Hill was refurbished preserving the intricate details and style of a by-gone era - all the extensions and alterations to the property have been beautifully blended with the original main house, in keeping with the architecture and restoring it to its grand origins. Situated on a three acre hill with huge courtyards, sun-dappled verandahs and tropical gardens, Tamarind Hill has 10 rooms and two suites offering the ultimate in comfort, stylish design and modern amenities, juxtaposed with the charm of a bygone era. It has arguably set a challenging new benchmark for private hotel properties in the south of Sri Lanka.

A Tranquil Boutique Retreat in Breathtaking Balapitiya

Surrounded by acres of lush gardens, The River House in Balapitiya, Sri Lanka offers you an exclusive boutique hotel experience. Our posh, romantic villas take you far from the maddening crowd and invite you to enjoy deluxe accoutrements, like a cable TV, DVD player, mini-bar, and king-size bed.

More pleasures beckon beyond the walls of your secluded sanctuary. Lounge by the tree-lined pool and pavilion. Indulge in an Ayurvedic massage. Wander off to other attractions with our organised excursions. Our all-inclusive retreat showers you with the trappings of a luxurious getaway.

Situated just above Nuwara Eliya town, Craigbank is a villa set within magnificent gardens that overlook the golf course and rolling hills. Ideal for groups of families and friends who will love its privacy and secluded yet central location, Craigbank offers its visitors both convenience and calm. Designed by a Frenchman, the villa's European styling blends perfectly with the property's colonial atmosphere which harks back to a former era; Rooms are enhanced with carefully chosen antiques, shelves are filled with leather bound books, brass candelabras scatter the dining room and colonial prints are displayed on the walls like family photos beside mounted hunting antlers and stretched snake skins.

The ancestral home of one of Kandy’s most influential aristocratic families, Ratwatte Walauwa was built by Chief Minister Ratwatte Adigar in 1804. This beautifully restored manor house still retains the atmosphere of a private country home while maintainings its colonial influence, indulge in the serenity of its countryside setting only a short distance from Kandy.

There are seven luxury suites set around a central courtyard. Dine in style in the original dining room surrounded by ancestral portraits or less formally on the verandah overlooking the Kandyan hills.

Clingendael, one of Sri Lanka’s luxury (golf) boutique hotels, unspoiled by time, is located in the heart of Sri Lanka, in the Kandyan hills, amidst a Golf course.

The Hotel is renowned for its beautiful surroundings, its luxury, solitude and spectacular panorama.

From its fine dining to impeccable service, Clingendael is a heaven for those seeking a golf vacation. The neighboring Victoria Golf Course is rated as one of the worlds most scenic golf courses.

The rooms are all individually designed, decorated with a fine collection of artwork, paintings, antiques and furnitures, expressing old world charm, but combined with modern-day luxury amenities. Clingendael comprises of five very spacious air-conditioned suites, all with en-suite bathrooms and sweeping views of the magnificent natural surroundings, providing the tranquil solitude of a truly special place on earth.

Built in circa 1890's The Lavender House, Hellboda Estate is a former tea planter's residence nestled in the historic tea fields of Pussellawa in Ceylon. Its comfortable surroundings are combined with beautifully tended gardens to create idyllic settings. Set in 7 acres of beautifully tendered gardens nestled in the heart of the up country tea estates of Ceylon.

The Lavender Houses' five Bedrooms are furnished with traditional pieces giving each room its individual character offering every comfort and amenity. Each of the five suits is furnished with rich textiles and antiques with personalized courtyards. The dinning room is run in an innovated style the dishes have a refreshing vitality and lack of fuss, with emphasis on distinct flavors of home cooking. The wine list is impressive with the homes own private cellar. Guests can finish off the evening comfort of the Billiard room.

Step into the world of Tientsin & step back in time. This spacious bungalow was one of the first to be built in Ceylon tea country. Named after the Chinese village from which the original tea seedlings came, this very British residence is a historical landmark. Six glorious rooms & suites open onto magnificent English gardens still standing loyal to the colonial planters wives who created a little bit of home in a far away land. Each suite too is faithful to the original design with polished wooden floors, high ceilings even some with four-poster beds. The graceful dining room & lounge recall for the traveler how the planter & his lady shared lazy evenings around a blazing fire.


The Bungalow at Norwood commands a fine view of the eastern end of the Bogawantalawe valley & rests in the shelter of the one of the finest bamboo stands to be found anywhere. The suites are oversized with imposing colonial style furniture, some with the four-poster beds & very elegant bathrooms. A spacious lounge & well-stocked library lead out to a croquet lawn, a large swimming poll & sun deck. It is here where planters of the past invited friends to enjoy the pristine air & glorious outlook. You too can wander the gardens unchanged since yesterday, soaking up the atmosphere of a time gone by.

This tea estate bungalow on Aislaby Estate and Farm is still owned by the only remaining British planting family in Sri Lanka. The family arrived in Ceylon in 1884 and the estate has been in the family since the early 1920's. Set in the cooler climate of the hill country, Kirchhayn provides a wonderful retreat from the heat of the low country. Drive through picture postcard manicured tea to reach this traditional planter's colonial house set in 8 acres of gardens and surrounded by 42 acres of premium quality tea.

Breakfast is served on the verandah, from where you can see the tea-pluckers starting their daily routine. The breakfast menu would include healthy tropical fruit and local "curd" or the full Sri Lankan breakfast of string hoppers, fish, beef or chicken curry, with Aislaby tea or Kirchhayn coffee. Lunch could be a traditional rice and curry served on the verandah or a packed lunch could be arranged allowing you to venture out to other parts of the tea estate. You could also choose your picnic spot. Dinner is in the candle lit dining room served by staff in traditional crisp white jacket and sarong. Here you will feast on a three course dinner accompanied by a selection of wines.

Taprobane Island was originally built in the 1920’s by the romantically named but self styled Count de Mauny-Talvande. The Island with its neo palladio mansion has played host to kings, queens, presidents, prime ministers, aristocracy, writers and eccentrics.

The Island comprises 2, ½ acres of tropical fantasy with. Accommodation is provided for in 5 en-suite bedrooms, with spacious living areas, balconies, verandahs, tropical gardens and a stunning infinity pool. A staff of six, cater for your every need and in fact the guests frequently never leave the Island until their departure.

Originally the house of a Scottish spice merchant, this colonial house was built in the 1860’s and has been converted into a small hotel which exudes a country house atmosphere. With seven highly individual bedrooms, it is well known for its fine dining, its ecletic and eccentric collection of artwork, books and furniture. All standard rooms are en-suite and air-conditioned, Its Cinnamon suite has been described by Condé Nast Traveller as “the most beautiful room in the world”.

Meals can be taken in either the dining room, on one of the house's verandahs or in the garden under the mango tree. This glorious house has been renovated to maintain its colonial charm and elegance. The large central living area is the heart of the house. The Sunhouse is a place where, at the end of the day, our guests can browse through the eclectic selection of books, sink into a relaxing sofa, listen to whatever music takes their fancy while enjoying a pot of up-country tea. Delicious fusion cuisine is served and meals can be taken in either the dining room, on one of the house’s airy verandahs or in the garden under the mango tree. Dick’s bar offers a more simple menu of salads, soups and pies.

High on a hill, yet within minutes of the city centre, and with magnificent views of the UN World Heritage listed fort of Galle, Doornberg or The Dutch House has set the pace in redefining luxury accommodation for the individual traveler in Sri Lanka. Highly exclusive with only four suites this country house built in 1712 ensures complete privacy for its guests. Spacious living areas, en English tropical garden complete with croquet lawn and treetop infinity pool provide ample space for guests to find a quiet area in which to truly unwind. Period Dutch antiques reflect its early 18th century origins but blend in well with its contemporary collection of art. This is the perfect place for either the beginning or end of your travel in Sri Lanka. The Dutch House has 4 luxury suites that combine absolute grandeur with the utmost comfort. Filled with colonial antiques, the interiors evoke a pervasive mood of stillness and warmth which is at once romantic and relaxing. Each bedroom is fully air conditioned with mosquito-net-draped 4 poster beds, luxurious silk drapes, cool polished concrete floors and stunning soft furnishings. At The Dutch House breakfast is at any time. There are no time constraints and guests can leisurely enjoy a delicious English breakfast: a range of eggs with toast and marmalade, fruit shakes and tea, served in the courtyard, verandah or in the garden.

Light lunches and snacks are served throughout the day in the garden, by the pool or in your room. Dinner is served at the next door sister property The Sun House which is renowned for some of the best food in Sri Lanka.

This sprawling manor, built in the 1800s by a prominent family in the Galle district, was first occupied by a British Admiral and later by a High Court judge of the colonial era. Tamarind Hill was refurbished preserving the intricate details and style of a by-gone era - all the extensions and alterations to the property have been beautifully blended with the original main house, in keeping with the architecture and restoring it to its grand origins.

Tamarind Hill has 11 rooms and 2 suites, replete with twenty first century facilities that never obtrude on the traditional elegance and charm of your surroundings. The food and drink is modern rather than traditional and of the finest quality.

Just minutes from Sri Lanka's airport, the beaches of Negombo and the city of Colombo is the Wallawwa. An airport hotel with a difference. Nestled amongst acres of beautifully manicured gardens, this antique colonial manor house, or Wallawwa, is now the home of Sri Lanka’s most exciting boutique hotel. This old and new concept provides guests with unrivalled setting and style just 20 minutes from the airport and the hustle and bustle of Colombo. Strategically located close to the Dambulla, Kandy & Galle highways, the Wallawwa remains entirely secluded. The Wallawwa is the perfect start, middle or end to any visit to this enchanting island; a luxury private hideaway.

The food at the Wallawwa is fantastic; created to blend the best of Sri Lanka and South Asia along with good old home cooked recipes. Sample real Sri Lankan cooking, traditional curries or more adventurous local cuisine as well as the best of the West, recipes developed from our favourite home made dishes from around the world.

Hidden in the vast green coconut belt that stretches from Negombo to Puttalam and inland up to Kurunegala lies Horathapola Estate. Its grand planter’s Bungalow which was renovated in 2003 and is just an hours drive north from Katunayake International Airport.

The Bungalow has 3 large suites and one two-bedroom family suite. All rooms in the main house are furnished with antique four-poster beds. While in the dépendance, a slightly more modern room has been added with an in-built cement bed with ebony lining. The bathrooms are splendidly redone and very spacious. Each of the rooms has a private veranda or balcony.

Traditional curries are still prepared in clay pots on the firewood stove. A variety of the ingredients are grown on the estate, the spices freshly plucked and ground. Selected western dishes and vegetarian meals are also available.