Sri Lanka: Accommodation
Here are some of our recommended hotels. More pictures in the bar on the right.
Taj Samudra, Colombo
Large landscaped gardens, great views and Taj hospitality.
Galle Face Hotel, Colombo
Old world indulgence at the seafront.
Sigiriya Village Hotel, Sigiriya
Mid range comfort with cottages in a natural setting.
Amaara Sky Hotel, Kandy
A small luxury boutique hotel, on a hill with fantastic views.
Cinnamon Wild, Yala
Four star rustic luxury at the edge of the park.
Leopard Trails, Yala
A tented safari camp with modern facilities.
Jetwing Sea, Negombo
A chic resort right by the sea.
Cinnamon Lakeside, Colombo
Impeccable five star luxury.
Hotel Sigiriya, Sigiriya
Luxurious retreat with a great view of the Sigiriya rock.
Cinnamon Citadel, Kandy
Modern comfort in serene surroundings.
Tourmaline Hotel, Kandy
Well-appointed spacious, luxurious rooms with great views.
Yala Leopard Lodge, Yala
A homely, comfortable retreat surrounded by paddy fields.
Paradise Beach Hotel, Negombo
A tropical escape on the beach.
Hotel J, Negombo
Great budget hotel with lovely views of the ocean.
DESTINATION GUIDE
Besides the cultural triangle and the beaches, Sri Lanka is also known for its natural reserves. The Sinharaja Forest Reserve and the Horton Plains National Park are World Heritage Sites and are among the least disturbed forests in the world. The Yala National Park is one of the oldest and best known in Sri Lanka- your chances of seeing a leopard here are pretty good.
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