Family holidays in Sri Lanka are a common sight as the country's excellent hygiene record becomes widely recognised, but families come in many different shapes and sizes - and so does our Sri Lanka family accommodation. For young families, we can seek out little extras like babysitting services or children's swimming areas. For teenagers, it is often about keeping them occupied, but not every teenager wants to seek out an adrenalin rush. We have listed some Sri Lanka accommodation for families here, but really it is about us providing the personal solutions you need.
3 Sisters
Matara, South Coast
An informal colonial-period beach villa in the south coast town of Matara on Sri Lanka's southern tip. A swimming pool leads to a fenced garden and the beach beyond through a canopy of Pandanus trees which provide protection from the midday sun.
Aga Surf View
Tangalle, South Coast
Discover a peaceful coastal oasis when you stay at Aga Surf View, one of Red Dot’s best budget properties along Sri Lanka’s idyllic south coast.
Aliya Resort and Spa
Sigiriya, Cultural Triangle
Aliya Resort and Spa is a modern, eco-friendly resort which offers a range of good accommodation including luxury tents and interconnecting rooms for families. It is perfectly situated for excursions in the Cultural Triangle and has a variety of facilities including a spa and an infinity pool with stunning views.
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Amaya Beach
Pasikudah, East Coast
Amaya Beach has a spectacular 300m beach frontage on the Pasikudah Bay, where seas are ideal for swimming and water-sports between March and September. The hotel is laidback and offers luxurious rooms and suites with sea views and Sri Lankan and international cuisine.
Amaya Hills
Heerassagala, Kandy
Amaya Hills, one of Kandy’s best-appointed hotels, lies on a rocky outcrop, 15 minutes drive above the hill-country capital. This hotel has a traditional Sri Lankan feel and benefits from stirring views, standing amid steep, wooded hills about 15 minutes above the town, a peaceful land of beautiful sunsets and wispy morning mists.
Anantara Kalutara
Kalutara, West Coast
Global hotel, resort and spa brand Anantara brings its internationally recognised standards to its Kalutara Resort offering stylish accommodation in 141 rooms, suites and villas. Inspired by Geoffrey Bawa’s design, Anantara Kalutara offers views of the Indian Ocean and Kalu Ganga River.
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort
Tangalle, South Coast
Situated on a rocky outcrop amidst a coconut plantation along a secluded section of the island’s southernmost coastline, Anantara Tangalle Peace Haven is a representation of all the versatile environments Sri Lanka has to offer.
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Ashburnham Estate
Elkaduwa, Kandy
Ashburnham Estate is an old planter’s bungalow that has been caringly renovated by its British owners. It lies on a 98-acre working tea plantation in the village of Elkaduwa, about an hour from Kandy in the Knuckles mountains. Six comfortable ensuite bedrooms are sold by the room – a great choice for walkers and nature lovers.
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Bellini Blue
Thalpe, Galle Coast
Bellini Blue is a contemporary little villa in the upmarket settlement of Thalpe. One of the closest beach villas to Galle, it has spick-and-span coastal colours of blue and white and a tranquil setting.
