Accommodation in Sri Lanka

Set close to the wilds of Yala National Park, Leopard's Trails offers 'all the comforts of a hotel in the middle of nature'. The en suite safari tents are spacious, with large beds and private verandas - ideal for wildlife viewing. They all have air conditioning and fans as well as private bathrooms with flushable toilets, sinks and an outdoor shower. There is a communal lounge and bar, campfire and al fresco dining with authentic Sri Lankan cuisine and international dishes.

A modern 4* hotel with excellent service, the facilities at the Mandara Rosen include a garden restaurant, open air pool, spa centre, coffee shop and cocktail bar. All rooms are spacious and air conditioned with a full range of amenities. Located in the small town of Kataragama, the hotel provides an good base for exploring the nearby national parks at Yala and Uda Walawe.

Situated on the quiet stretch of sands of Nilaveli, north of Trincomalee, the Nilaveli Beach Hotel is comprised of attractive modern buildings set amongst tropical gardens running down to the sea. Rooms are comfy with ocean views, minibars and tea/coffee makers. The hotel has a large pool with a bar, and there's an informal open air beach restaurant with an international menu.

The Palm Garden is a country-house style hotel situated amidst acres of forests and landscaped gardens. Accommodation is in elegant colonial-style buildings spaced throughout the grounds, finished with dark wood furnishings, tiled floors and small, sit-out patios. The hotel offers a range of facilities including a large pool, bar, restaurant and Ayurveda spa centre.

Set on a small island north of Negombo, Ranweli Holiday Village is an eco-friendly resort surrounded by mangrove forests, lagoons and rivers that attract an array of birdlife. It has a restaurant and a large pool with a bar overlooking its own private beach. Charmingly rustic bungalow rooms are decorated with local crafts and have good facilities as well as ocean or river views. Nature walks, birdwatching and river cruises are all available from the hotel.

The ultra-luxurious Saman Villa enjoys a beautiful beachfront location on an isolated headland outside the resort of Bentota. The generous suites at the Saman Villa are styled with Sri Lankan artwork and have separate sleeping and living areas plus a balcony with room for private dining. They are packed with mod-cons and have open-sky bathrooms with baths, rain showers and handpicked toiletries. The hotel also features a high-end spa, spectacular infinity pool and oceanside fine dining.

Overlooking the World Heritage Site of Sigiriya Rock, the village hotel offers comfortable, well-located accommodation. Rooms are in individual, chalet-style buildings which feature air-conditioning, Wi-Fi and sit-out balconies or terraces. Hotel facilities include a wellness centre, open-air restaurant and swimming pool set amidst the hotel's delightful tropical gardens.

The five Ceylon Tea Trails Bungalows are set in picturesque working tea estates in the Bogawantala Valley, not far from Nuwara Eliya. Each is unique but all are luxuriously restored to their colonial era grandeur. They offer a range of activities and marquee services including swimming pools, private butlers and in-room spa treatments. Rooms are palatial with splendid views and top quality amenities. Each morning you will be served ‘bed tea’ and there is fine dining each evening in the intimate dining rooms. Being fully inclusive, there are no extra costs - even your favourite tipple is included!

The Thinnai is a modern hotel built to resemble the distinctive 'Thinnai' homes of Jaffna which were traditionally built around a central courtyard. It has an outdoor pool, garden and sun terrace whilst the generous rooms have separate seating areas and private balconies. The hotel has several food and drink outlets with a cafe, lounge bar, terrace bar and two restaurants focusing on organic food and local delicacies.