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Cinnamon Grand
The gleaming five-star Cinnamon Grand stands in 10 acres of greenery, a few yards from the Indian Ocean on the edge of Colombo's commercial area. This luxurious atrium hotel, recently refurbished, has a sense of grandeur and opulence combined with a degree of warmth and sensitivity giving it much character. Cinnamon Grand is fast-becoming the most sought-after five star in Colombo.
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Cinnamon Lodge
Cinnamon Lodge belongs to the exclusive range of premier properties owned by the John Keells Group. It is blessed with a tranquil and picturesque 25-acre woodland location, next to a large lake. The extensive gardens provide habitat to a rich birdlife (138 species have been identified) and troops of grey monkeys. This is an ideal location from which to explore Sigiriya rock, the ancient ruined city of Polonnaruwa, Dambulla Cave Temples and Minneriya National Park.
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Deer Park
The Deer Park is an eco-themed four-star hotel with a tranquil and natural feel set on a hillside overlooking the ancient Giritale reservoir. Situated in the heart of the Cultural Triangle, this is an ideal location for those wishing to visit Polonnaruwa or Minneriya National Park. Managed by Angsana Resorts & Spa - one of Asia's leading boutique and contemporary hotel chains - the entire property was refurbished in 2004 with considerable care taken over interior design. The result is a chic, contemporary, exotic and peaceful property surrounded by the sound of birdsong.
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Heritance Ahungalla
An early creation of Sri Lanka's famous architect, Geoffrey Bawa, Heritance Ahungalla has just reopened after a complete refurbishment. Heritance is located on a prized expanse of sandy beach protected on three sides by thick coconut groves and overlooks the turquoise blue waters of the Indian Ocean. Heritance is an architectural masterpiece and a great beach hotel.
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Heritance Kandalama
Heritance Kandalama is a naturalist’s dream - a minimalist contemporary hotel cleverly designed by Sri Lanka’s famous architect, Geoffrey Bawa who conceived it `as an austere jungle palace’ that snakes along a rocky outcrop on the bund of an ancient 3rd century reservoir. This cleverly designed hotel captures the surrounding magical views of the tropical jungles, overlooked by Kandalama tank and the Knuckles hills. Kandalama, hidden within the edge of a jungle, is filled with numerous species of birds, butterflies, and plenty of monkeys. The hotel was refurbished in 2005.
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Hilton Colombo
Set within Colombo Fort – a three-mile long rampart originally built in the sixteenth century by the Portuguese and then further developed by the Dutch and the British, the modern Hilton building stands between the government Treasury - housed in a spectacular 17th century Colonial building in front and the modern twin towers of Colombo’s World Trade Centre on the side.
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Lighthouse Hotel
The Lighthouse Hotel, located barely a mile from the historic southern city of Galle, is the inspired creation of Geoffrey Bawa, Sri Lanka's world-renowned architect. This hotel is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Located on a rocky headland overlooking the Indian Ocean, this elegant hotel conveys an immediate sense of history and demonstrates Bawa’s skill at integrating architecture and landscape.
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Saman Villas
Privacy and tranquility is the hallmark of Saman Villas. Perched on a rocky headland overlooking an idyllic stretch of beach in Bentota, this small luxury hotel is designed to provide perfect views of the Indian Ocean from every location. The hotel consists of 26 luxurious suites on either side of the rocky headland providing for maximum privacy and mesmerizing sea views.
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St. Andrew’s Hotel
St Andrew's Hotel is perched above Nuwara Eliya town centre adjoining the picturesque golf course. The property is currently the leading hotel for those wanting accommodation inside the town, offering comfortable accommodation and an old-world atmosphere within a stately Tudor-style colonial mansion. This is an excellent base for golfers as well as wildlife enthusiasts wishing to explore Horton Plains.
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Temple Trees Resort and Spa
This luxurious and contemporary beachside resort ideal, ideal for a romantic getaway, is a welcome addition to the west coast. The 10-room hotel, completed in 2008, is set in tranquil gardens scattered with temple trees (frangipani) and waterways.
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The Beach
The Beach is the best thing to have happened to Negombo in the past decade. The five-star hotel was reopened in Jan 2005 after a complete refurbishment which has transformed the property into a chic hotel offering great luxury and attentive service. The theme for the interior décor is similar to the Geoffery Bawa-designed Lighthouse Hotel in Galle, another Jetwing Hotel, with an emphasis on natural simplicity, but there is also a slightly more modern touch.
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The Elephant Corridor
The Elephant Corridor Hotel lies on 200 acres of unfenced jungle land in the cultural triangle, bordering a teak forest and a lake, with a breathtaking view of the famous Sigiriya Rock fortress. The elephant is a frequent visitor to this luxurious boutique hotel striving for the highest standards of personal service in a tranquil setting. For those seeking private indulgence in a beautiful setting, the high price tag is worth paying.
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The Fortress
Fortress is a brand new boutique hotel, just opened in December 2006. Perched at the edge of a beautiful stretch of beach in Koggala, just 15 minutes away from the historic city of Galle, the Fortress is an exciting addition to the island’s collection of luxury properties. True to its name, the hotel rises like a fortress by the roadside opening its gigantic gates to a world that ensures guests leave their troubles behind. This is all about relaxing in sheer comfort and style. Exquisite suites and lofts with pillow menus, a meandering swimming pool with fibre optic lighting that creates stars underwater to match the stars in the sky on a romantic night, a spa that immerses you in serenity with style are all complemented with wondrous sunsets and the turquoise blue waters of the Indian Ocean.
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Yala Village
Yala Village Hotel is a much-needed deluxe addition to the sprinkling of hotels serving visitors to Sri Lanka’s finest game park. It blends subtly into scrub forest, overlooking the historic Yala lighthouse. Forty well-appointed airconditioned chalets enjoy a scenic location, stretching from a lagoon to the border of Palatupana-Kirinda beach, which boasts some of Sri Lanka’s finest unspoilt sand dunes.
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