Boutique hotels in Sri Lanka began to appear around the turn of the century - about the time that Red Dot was born. It has been an exciting journey ever since as boutique accommodation in Sri Lanka has gone from strength to strength. The term has become much overused, but when we say "boutique" we mean it. Our collection of Sri Lanka boutique hotels gathers together properties of individual appeal: charming and intimate places with personalised service, high standards and distinctive appeal. Take a look below.
Rosyth Estate House
Kegalle, Kandy
Rosyth Estate House is a refurbished planter’s bungalow on a working tea and rubber estate in Kegalle, an hour south of Kandy. The seven-bedroom bungalow, sold in whole or part, is set on a hillock with excellent mountain views. There is a pool and Wi-Fi.
Rukgala Retreat
Digana, Kandy
Rukgala Retreat is a yoga and wellness-orientated boutique hotel set on the edge of the scenic Victoria Reservoir and surrounded by the spectacular Knuckles Mountain Range.
Sielen Diva
Thalpe, Galle Coast
Sielen Diva is a quiet seven-bedroom boutique beach hotel in Thalpe, about 2.5 hours from the airport. This is an ideal stop for your beach stay and is in close proximity to the Galle Fort and Mirissa for whale watching.
Simpson’s Forest
Hunnas Giriya, Kandy
Simpson’s Forest offers attractive boutique accommodation on a sprawling tea plantation in the heart of the Hunnas Giriya range, about 45 minutes north-east of Kandy. An escapist choice for nature lovers seeking good comfort levels.
Soul Resorts
Dickwella, South Coast
Soul Resorts is a boutique hotel on an unspoilt beach stretch in Dickwella on Sri Lanka's south coast. Offering comfortable yet stylish accommodation, Soul Resorts does not compromise on space and is perfect for families with children of all ages.
Sri Villas
Induruwa, West Coast
Sri Villas’ three charming villas – Araliya, Nisala and Sagara - sit on a secluded stretch of coastline in Induruwa on the West Coast. The villas offer refined luxury and is popular with couples and small families wanting stylish accommodation with direct sea views on a safe swimming beach.
Stone House
Kandy
Stone House is a luxurious boutique villa immersed in nature with stunning mountain views. Located 15 minutes outside of Kandy, this accommodation provides peace and privacy whilst remaining within easy distance of the ancient cultural sites of the city.
Suite Lanka
Hikkaduwa, West Coast
Suite Lanka is one of the most appealing small beach hotels on Sri Lanka’s west coast. On the upmarket southern fringes of Hikkaduwa, this little gem is an astute choice for those seeking an air of informality and expertise.
Sun House
Galle, Galle Coast
The Sun House can rightly claim to have been the forerunner among Sri Lanka’s boutique hotels around the turn of the century and this enchanting colonial-style home once again glistens with a sense of worth, and subtle grandeur.
