Sri Lanka Sleeping and Hotels
Sri Lanka
Sleeping and Hotels
Amaya Lake Hotel, Dambulla |
Where I stayed in Sri Lanka
Columbo
On arrival into Columbo the chances are you’ll be in need of sleep after a long haul flight. The best hotel in Columbo, which is soon to undergo renovation is The Taj Samudra. Facing the Galle Face Green which used to be a race course during the Raj period, with lovely views over the ocean, the Taj Samudra is homely and the restaurant serves delicious Sri Lankan specialities. At a slightly lower price range you can try the colonial Galle Face Hotel across the green.
If you’re travelling to Sri Lanka in the future, keep an eye out for the Shangri La, which opens in 2016.
Columbo
On arrival into Columbo the chances are you’ll be in need of sleep after a long haul flight. The best hotel in Columbo, which is soon to undergo renovation is The Taj Samudra. Facing the Galle Face Green which used to be a race course during the Raj period, with lovely views over the ocean, the Taj Samudra is homely and the restaurant serves delicious Sri Lankan specialities. At a slightly lower price range you can try the colonial Galle Face Hotel across the green.
If you’re travelling to Sri Lanka in the future, keep an eye out for the Shangri La, which opens in 2016.
Heritance Kandalama camouflaged amidst a jungle backdrop (photo taken from Heritance website) |
Dambulla
A key stop off point on the Sri Lanka route is Dambulla. One of the best hotels here is the picturesque lakeside village and bungalows of Amaya Lake Resort , (I shot the fashion on the first post at the poolside here). Chill by the lakeside pool or try a treatment in the serene spa, you can’t help but feel relaxed here. You must try the coriander tea, its true comfort food. The other incredible hotel in Dambulla is the stunning Heritance Kandalama. Despite its ultra modern architecture you feel at one with nature, maybe because it’s carved/built into the side of a hill. Staying here makes you feel like your part of the jungle, there is even a fresh water swimming pool and a zoo on site. Both hotels are very eco conscious whilst providing all amenities required for luxury travel.
The pool at The Amaya Lake |
Kandy
High in hill tops of Kandy resides the elegant yet homely Earls Regency Hotel. The views are spectacular, service excellent and it’s the perfect base from which to discover this lush green hill station area.
The pool at the Amangalla (photo taken from Amangalla website) |
Galle
In the old fortified beach town of Galle the beautiful Amangalla boutique hotel stands proud in its modern yet colonial splendour. This a boutique hotel in the European sense of the word.
Antique day beds by the pool at The Royal Palm Hotel
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Kalutara
In the sleepy beach town of Kalutara the Royal Palm Hotel offers all the luxuries expected from an international chain hotel, but in the beautifully decorated surroundings of a boutique environment. It was the perfect final stop before heading back to the real world.
In the sleepy beach town of Kalutara the Royal Palm Hotel offers all the luxuries expected from an international chain hotel, but in the beautifully decorated surroundings of a boutique environment. It was the perfect final stop before heading back to the real world.
Reclaimed Sri Lankan doorways and furniture decorate the modern interior at The Royal Palm |
Bye Bye Sri Lanka…
Fantastic photography and holiday information for traveller to Sri lanka
At a slightly lower price range you can try the vegas colonial Galle Face Hotel across the green.
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Beautiful hotel. Staying there will be a really nice experience. I would really love to go there with my girlfriend. I like luxury. recently I have visited in a 5-star hotel in Killarney. That was an amazing experience. Spa services of that hotel was really good.
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I absolutely loved my stay in Sri Lanka. One of my favorites was the spectacular view from the train ride from Colombo to Kandy and the breathtaking hills. Stayed at Ceylon Tea Trails a luxury colonial bungalow with great service and impeccable taste.
These photographs remind me my trip to Sri Lanka.I have planned to visit there this year too.Last time I lodged in at one of the best places to stay in Sri Lanka(Best Western Elyon)I love the food there.This time I plan to visit Galle(Jungle beach,Galle fort ).If you have suggestions on other places please list them down.
Nestled in the picturesque hill top, Amaya Hills comprises of a beautiful panoramic view. Located in the heart of Kandy, the hotel is nothing short of luxury and comfort. We would definitely return on our next trip to Sri Lanka!
https://www.amayaresorts.com/amayahills/en/