Sri Lanka Hotels | Places to Stay in Sri Lanka

August 12, 2022 Tambra Mccollister

Known by a flotilla of aliases, the Resplendent Isle is one of gorgeous beaches, tea plantations and ancient cities. Scuba dive, visit an elephant orphanage and a lagoon of singing fish, explore dense jungle, shrines and temples. Situated just 20 miles off India, the island formerly known as Ceylon is home to 20 million people and eight World Heritage sites. The country's long, brutal civil war ended in May, 2009, bringing peace, stability and a revival of tourism.
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1. Cinnamon Grand Colombo

77 Galle Road, Colombo 00300 Sri Lanka
Excellent
80%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 11634 reviews

Cinnamon Grand Colombo

Just 35 kilometers from the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), luxurious Cinnamon Grand Colombo is located in the heart of Colombo City’s business, shopping and entertainment center. Elegantly designed, spacious rooms at the Cinnamon Grand offer a wide range of in-room amenities, king size beds, and a pillow menu to ensure your comfort and pleasure. All rooms feature carefully attended-to bathrooms and toiletries, large flat screen TVs, a mini bar, and WiFi access. The hotel’s 14 restaurants provide an electric mix of international cuisines, including award-winning Sri Lankan seafood at the Lagoon Restaurant & Garden, and the best of European fine dining at the London Grill. To wind down, guests can patronize Cinnamon Grand’s poolside ‘Breeze Bar’ or typical British pub style ‘Cheers Pub,’ and enjoy a wide range of cocktails, beer and fresh juices. There are two gymnasiums, a spa retreat, a tennis court and two pools. Cinnamon Grand is also located right next to Colombo’s high end shopping mall, Crescat Boulevard. Cinnamon Grand Colombo is fully accessible and is an environmentally friendly property.

Quick , efficient service

Reviewed By 341abigail

The servers Ashoka, Thushara and Danushka did a wonderful job and ensured we got our food delivered fast and we enjoyed the food as well as the efficient service. They ensured we got a great table as well

2. The Kingsbury Hotel

48 Janadhipathi Mawatha Colombo 1, Colombo 00100 Sri Lanka
Excellent
61%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
4%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3650 reviews

The Kingsbury Hotel

Located in the capital city of Colombo, just 35 km away from the Bandaranaike International Airport, The Kingsbury Hotel is the most sought-after five-star hotel, ideal for both business and leisure travelers. With easy access to One Galle Face shopping mall, Colombo City Centre and walking distance to Galle Face Green, World Trade Centre and the Dutch Hospital Precinct, The Kingsbury Hotel in Colombo guarantees a luxurious and comfortable stay. The hotel boasts 229 spacious rooms and suites with panoramic ocean views and a host of restaurants and bars. The Honey Beach Club features the best DJ’s in town, the Tavern provides local favourites and Sky Lounge is the perfect rooftop bar for sundowners with friends. Dining options are endless as the Harbour Court features a range of international and local cuisine with one of the best buffets in town, The Ocean serves up the freshest platters of seafood, The Kings Steakbar offers rare curated boards of prime steak fit for royalty, Tenku serves the most genuine Japanese cuisine and sake while the resident Chinese Chefs at Yue Chuan showcase a range of Cantonese and Szechuan fare. Churros boasts mouth-watering pastries, desserts and high tea and The Kingsbury Indulgence portal delivers five-star cuisine to your doorstep.

Honey beach food and service review

Reviewed By nadunil2022

Great atmosphere, great food and and such a good service!!! Really nice experience Really wanna thanks to the team Priyadarshana and Honey beach team #DJ #honeybeachclub #kingsburry #foodexperience #fridaynight

3. Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa

700 Matara Road Pelana, Matara 81700 Sri Lanka
Excellent
83%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1735 reviews

Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa

Located on a beautiful beach front in Weligama, Sri Lanka, Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa is a luxurious 5-star resort with direct beach access, 3 outdoor swimming pools and a premier spa. All rooms and suites come with stunning sea views, spacious balconies and luxurious amenities, along with high speed internet access across the hotel and a fun-filled and action packed Kids Club. For the fitness conscious we offer a state of the art, fully equipped Fitness Centre with personalized trainers. The property offers large indoor and outdoor event space of 4396 Sq. Meters which includes a pillar less grand Ballroom and a pre-function area. The resort makes for the perfect family get away and is also the ideal destination for a romantic weekend planned with loved ones. 5 specialty outlets, famous for authentic flavours and genuine Sri Lankan hospitality. The renowned Galle Fort and Mirissa are a 30-minute drive away from the property.

First class Hospitality!!

Reviewed By ashhole2001

Visited Marriott for a day Outing, was treated so well literally by all the staff. Everyone with a smile and willing to go above and beyond to make sure their clients are highly satisfied. Shoutout to Iran from the restaurant who was being super sweet during lunch time and to all the restaurant staff who made sure I was enjoying my delicious meal. The view was so breathtaking and the pool was clean and calm for a nice and relaxing swim. Hightea served well with delicious items to fill ur tummy. The hotel looks so luxurious and I would definitely recommend everyone to visit. And of course I'll be back again to have a much more delightful experience!

4. Marino Beach Colombo

590 Marine Drive Colombo 03, Colombo 00300 Sri Lanka
Excellent
77%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1095 reviews

Marino Beach Colombo

Marino Beach Colombo, star classed hotel is located between the Galle Road and Colombo Plan Road more commonly known as Marine Drive. Hotel comprises Restaurants, Bars, Banquet Facilities, Fitness Centre. It also comprises an ‘Infinity Pool’ with a breath-taking view over the Indian Ocean and Jacuzzis to unwind yourself. Equipped with 289 spaciously comfortable rooms & Suites with views over the Indian Ocean and our 24/7 Housekeeping and Guest Service functions that are exceptionally standards driven which you are assured of best hotel experience.Adjoining Marino Mall gives you the latest entertainments and shopping experience in town for both families and individual travelers.

A great hotel to relax and unwind amongst the hustle and bustle of Colombo

Reviewed By rodw3000

he rooftop pool and garden at Marino Beach were an oasis in the Colombo heat (and humidity). The buffet breakfast (included in my stay) was also a feast to the senses. The food court in the upstairs mall also provided another cheap and easy option for meals. And free parking was also a bonus.

5. Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort

Goyambokka Estate., Tangalle 82200 Sri Lanka
Excellent
87%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 3504 reviews

Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort

Hidden on a rocky outcrop along a secluded stretch of Sri Lanka's southernmost coastline, Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort is set amidst a 42 acre coconut plantation and golden crescent beach, with glorious Indian Ocean views. Escape to this naturally exclusive hideaway for exotic beach life in a tranquil world of your own, or live out your explorer dreams, with easy access to iconic cultural sites and spectacular national parks, as well as the thrill of turtle and whale watching trips. Practice holistic exercises on the shore and explore the local area by bicycle or tuk-tuk. Relax in paradise at our tropical pool, a refreshing cocktail in hand. Little ones can play happily at the children's and teens' club, leaving you free to indulge in sensual spa pampering and specialist treatments at the Ayurvedic and reflexology centres. Savour the charms and flavours of island life, partaking in the colonial tradition of high tea and creating authentic Sri Lankan cuisine in a master chef cooking class. For refined international tastes, delight in gourmet Italian dining on an ocean facing cliff top, Sri Lankan inspired teppanyaki beside the beach, private wine cellar degustation dinners and tailored Dining by Design occasions. Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort has been recognised in Condé Nast Traveler US’s prestigious 2017 Hot List as one of the best new hotels in the world, as well as one of the hottest new openings in Sri Lanka. This is the fourth significant international award the resort has won since opening. The property has established itself as one of the leading resorts on the island to travellers both from abroad and locally. Due to this strong support, Anantara Tangalle has achieved significant international and local recognition, including in Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards in 2016, being named on DestinAsian magazine’s 2016 Luxe List and being awarded by Wine Spectator in 2016 for its Il Mare restaurant.

Incredible Country, Fantastic Resort and Lovely People

Reviewed By lovelife900

We stayed at the Anantara in Feb and it was our absolute favourite holiday!! We are looking forward to coming back to this scenic resort as soon as possible. Our family of five with 3 young boys stayed in a private pool villa that was perfect for our family. The children loved the pool and when they were tired of swimming there was plenty to see around the resort. The boys enjoyed watching the monkeys in the trees and watching the monitors scurry around the grass. Nuwan took amazing care of us for our entire stay. He had our room prepared for us after a quick and easy check in. Nuwan ensured we had a fun and relaxed stay for the full 10 days. He thought of everything, even preparing our son an impromptu birthday party in the lobby on his birthday. He also arranged a lovely bouquet of flowers and card for my husband to give me on Valentine's day. Nuwan was very kind and thoughtful and he truly made our stay even more memorable. Thank you Nuwan!! We also really enjoyed the memorable High Tea in the lobby served by the talented Jeewa!! He prepared the most tasty drinks, tea and snacks for our family. It was one of the highlights of our trip! Thank you Jeewa! One other thing I’d like to mention is how clean Pradeep kept our room! He was a fantastic housekeeper and so discreet which is something we appreciated during our stay. Thank you Pradeep! Also I would like to mention how lovely and thoughtful the people are at the resort. Yaswti was taking care of the gardens in the back of the resort when she saw our boys playing. She took us to a tree with ripe coconut and had someone climb the tree and get our entire family fresh coconuts so we could enjoy fresh coconut milk!! Thank you Yaswti! Our driver from the resort was very professional, Lali! He took us every place we wanted to see and he drove with care and experience, even the drive back to the airport we were able to relax because Lali is an excellent driver. Thank you Lali! We loved this resort and incredible country!!

6. Earl's Regent Hotel

40 / 1, Deveni Rajasinghe Mawatha, Kandy 020400 Sri Lanka
Excellent
51%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1449 reviews

Earl's Regent Hotel

Earl's Regent is aimed at local and foreign travelers who insist on staying in a hotel fit for royalty, just steps away from many of Kandy's most glittering attractions. The hotel's 87 elegantly-appointed Rooms providing the utmost in privacy and comfort.

Crazy and Amazing

Reviewed By dinujis

The fantastic Earls Regent Hotel in Kandy is well managed. As you reach the hotel you are met by pleasant and helpful staff at the reception who are polite and efficient. The hotel has a beautiful ambience,fragrance with fresh flowers and a comfortable atmosphere. It's easy to discuss all your needs with any staff member as they all are very knowledgeable. There is a pool and a gym. The dinning area is very clean and well maintained, the breakfast is buffet or menu and is delicious. In my view Regent is a hotel with 5 star service.

7. Hikka Tranz by Cinnamon

Galle Road, Hikkaduwa 80240 Sri Lanka
Excellent
51%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
4%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 2722 reviews

Hikka Tranz by Cinnamon

112 Km away from the bustling city of Colombo and located on the Southern shoreline of Sri Lanka is the district which offers a 24-hour party on the beach. Hikka Tranz by Cinnamon Hikkaduwa, rated a four star is built along the golden sands, calls out to all those who enjoy island-life and beach-life with a promise to pamper its guests with the Southern Sri Lankan hospitality. In each room there is a spacious private balcony looking out to a view of the Golden Belt of the South Coast. 2 family suites, 4 corner suites, 4 deluxe rooms, 140 superior rooms. Air conditioned and equipped with a DVD player, 32" LCD TV, WiFi, mini bar, safety deposit box, telephone with IDD, complimentary tea and coffee making facility, hair dryer and complimentary toiletries. Hotel facilities and services: a selection of dining venues, the main restaurant, specialty crab restaurant, pool restaurant and coffee shop. A lounge and pool bar that offers a wide array of local and international spirits, a roof-top spa facility, banquet hall and conference facility (300 to 500 pax). Moreover the hotel houses a freshwater swimming pool, PADI certified dive center and an excursion counter.

the best hotel in Sri Lanka

Reviewed By emoseasonuser

My mum and I really liked this hotel. We are from Russia, but I can speak English good and all of staff speak good English too. Everything was excellent! I want to say special gratitude for seafood restaurant. Stuff was polite and helped me to choose the best dish! Thanks for Ramesh, Janith and Nimesh!

8. Radisson Blu Resort, Galle

523C Colombo Road, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka
Excellent
69%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1895 reviews

Radisson Blu Resort, Galle

Your Own Private Paradise. What makes Radisson Blu Resort, Galle your own private paradise? We’re secluded in front of a vast rain forest on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast, with every room facing the dynamic Indian Ocean. It’s your ideal vantage point to drink in the incredible Sri Lankan sunsets from your own private balcony every evening. Adding some extra sparkle to your stay, we’re close to Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; Unawatuna Peace Pagoda, a Buddhist shrine built by Japanese monks; and Hikkaduwa National Park, a coral sanctuary where you can view marine turtles and exotic fish.

Trip to Radisson Blu Resort

Reviewed By 560akilap

Since We had a Lawyer's conference in Galle, we picked up radisson blu for our entire stay. And it ia worth it ! The room, and the view and food was amazing !! And the restaurant staff was very welcoming . Food was amazing !! This hotel is near to galle and it was very comforting too . And in the Bar , Jeewaan was very nice to all of us. And we had a good time there. Most specially Our special Thank goes to This lady Dineesha ! The way she dealt with 30 - 40 people at the same time is just simply amazing !! We wondered and amazed how a single tiny girl could handle such big crowd. And make them happy and give a biig smile to our faces! Good luck for you deneesha. And thankyou everyone from Radisson blu !

9. Shangri-La Colombo

1 Galle Face Colombo 2, Colombo 00200 Sri Lanka
Excellent
84%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2003 reviews

Shangri-La Colombo

Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo offers some of the finest accommodation in the country, inclusive of 541 luxurious rooms, suites, and serviced apartments, amazing restaurants, spa and health club and the largest event space catering to up to 2,000 guests. categories

AMAZING

Reviewed By Ravindu323

Had a great time .the high tea was amazing and the service by KAVEEN at sapphyr lounge was next level ... Love the atmosphere at Shangri la I loved the music played at the time by the artists thank you for keeping the standards and providing value for money ❤️ and I would recommend to get free parking for people coming to the Shangri la ✅

10. Hotel Sigiriya

Hotel Road, Sigiriya 21120 Sri Lanka
Excellent
48%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2647 reviews

Hotel Sigiriya

Hotel Sigiriya is for the nature-culture lover and the eco-buff. For a perfect mix of the splendour of nature and culture, there is nowhere quite like Hotel Sigiriya. Situated in an eight-acre garden of verdant trees, chirping birds and flitting butterflies, overlooking the spectacular Sigiriya Rock, and just four hours away from the capital city of Colombo.

Amazing and special hotel with a view of Sigiriya Rock!

Reviewed By lob007aus88

Hotel Sigirya was great, we were super impressed with the warm welcome, and the fresh juice on arrival was a nice touch. The room was comfortable, clean and the aircon worked well which is important for this part of Sri Lanka. We ate dinner outside under the stars, which was pleasant and the hotel had some live instrumental music playing in the background for everyone to enjoy. The next morning we climbed Sigiriya Rock early. It was only a short trip from the hotel to the entrance, so the close proximity of the hotel makes this trip easy. The view of Sigiriya Rock from the hotel garden is pretty cool and a great differentiating feature of the hotel. The breakfast was really good and the highlight for us was the freshly cooked egg hopper!

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