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Where to stay in Sri Lanka

Where to stay in Sri Lanka

The island offers a good selection of accommodation to suit every budget, from glitzy resorts and upscale hotels to guest houses and affordable stays. Here are our top picks:

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Upmarket

Named among one of the top 25 resorts in Asia in 2021, Wild Coast Tented Lodge in Yala offers the best of the jungle and the beach with a large dose of luxury. Just picture it: luxury tented suites, sparkling plunge pools and four-poster beds. As an all-inclusive option, there’s no need to lift a finger during your stay, with sightseeing made easy at the Yala National Park, only four kilometres away.  

Contemporary

Enjoy the beach on your doorstep at Kumu Beach in Balapitiya. This modern hotel offers 10 secluded suites and personalised service without breaking the bank. There’s also a fabulous on-site spa, restaurant and infinity swimming pool. Sea views come standard! 

Eco-friendly

Sigiriya King’s Resort has a prime location on the shores of Lake Halmilla in Sigiriya and is set in a nature reserve. Each luxurious unit is elevated on stilts, giving it that whimsical treehouse vibe. Being higher up not only brings you closer to nature and the stars, but also offers views of Sigiriya Rock (read about this fortress further on). 

Budget-friendly

If you’re on a budget and looking to explore Sri Lanka’s West Coast, stay at This Is It Guest House and Restaurant in the beach town of Negombo. Offering comfy rooms and friendly service, it also has a convenient location — everything’s within walking distance, including the Indian Ocean. 

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Expert tip

We had a lot of ground to cover so opted to book private shuttles (aka, a van) to drive us between each spot. It was cheap, meant the surfboards were safe and we were in aircon. Worth the investment and much more comfortable than the cheaper buses.

Megan

Travel Expert

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Frequently asked questions

Sri Lanka is an incredibly diverse country, and visitors are spoiled for choice when it comes to experiences in this beautiful southeast Asian country. Visit cosmopolitan Colombo, cultural Kandy, sandy Galle and Bentota or the tea fragrant flats of Nuwara Eliya. We recommend a few stops on your Sri Lankan holiday to get the most out of your trip.


Sri Lanka is a relatively safe country to travel in. If you adopt common-sense precautions to personal safety when travelling anywhere new you are unlikely to come into trouble.


The best time to visit Sri Lanka is from December to mid-April.


Hit the beaches, wander around the Galle Fort, go on safari in the Yala and the Udawalawe National Parks, and visit tea plantations in Nuwara Eliya.


To get the most out of your Sri Lankan holiday, aim to spend at least two or three weeks in Sri Lanka.


Light, loose clothing, comfortable shoes, a rain jacket and insect repellent are essential items for travel to Sri Lanka.


Start in Colombo and then head towards the southern coastline at Galle to take in the beaches and the Yala National Park. Visit Nuwara Eliya and find yourself among the tea plantations and villages, then onward to Kandy and Dambulla for a religious experience at the famed Buddhist temples located there.


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