Planned hotels or ships as published by Cox & Kings. Alternatives of a similar standard may be used. Hotel options are grouped as supplied and are not necessarily all included in one departure.
Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo
Set in the heart of Colombo, on the edge of the Beira Lake, the Cinnamon Lakeside is set among 2.8 hectares of lush landscaped gardens. With elegant interiors and a modern design, the hotel features 349 air-conditioned rooms and suites, which overlook Colombo's skyline or Beira Lake. The hotel has an eclectic range of food and beverage outlets ranging from a Chinese restaurant to casual al-fresco dining by the pool, and other facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, spa and a library.
Heritance Kandalama
The Heritance Kandalama stands on the shore of an ancient manmade lake, at the foot of a rocky outcrop, which once was the home of hermits who sought isolation for meditation in its caves. Designed by leading Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa, the hotel has been designed to blend perfectly with the natural environment and is surrounded by forest. The main building, with more than 152 rooms, stretches out for more than a kilometre with the terraced building giving the appearance of being built into the cliff, while the overhanging jungle foliage is now an integral part of the hotel design. The hotel strives to be a model for sustainable development in south Asia, and became the first in Asia to be awarded the prestigious environmental 'Green Globe 21 Certification' award.
Earls Regency Hotel
The Earl's Regency hotel is set in the Dumbara valley, overlooking the lush Knuckles mountain range and the Mahaweli river. The hotel has 104 en suite bedrooms each with private balcony overlooking the countryside. Facilities include a swimming pool, restaurant and bar.
Heritance Tea Factory
Set within the lush mountains of Nuwara Eliya, Heritance Tea Factory occupies a repurposed tea processing facility dating back to the 19th century. The boutique hotel's 54 guest rooms and suites put a contemporary spin on Sri Lanka's colonial past, blending architectural elements of the former industrial structure with refined details like dark wood accents and vintage prints. Hotel amenities include a refined restaurant set in a converted 1930s train, two bars, a spa, gym and putting green. Heritance Tea Factory invites guests to gain a greater appreciation for Sri Lanka's enduring tea culture while taking in the majestic mountain surroundings.
Cinnamon Wild Yala
Set against the backdrop of Yala National Park, Cinnamon Wild Yala enjoys a forested setting along Sri Lanka's southeastern coast. The classic safari lodge has 68 thatched jungle and beach chalets adorned with natural materials, with views of the lush landscape or sea. A treetop restaurant serves Sri Lankan and continental cuisine. Two bars - one perched on the rooftop - serve as gathering spots. Other amenities include a free-form pool and a spa offering Balinese and Swedish treatments. Activities - such as guided nature walks, Jeep safaris and birdwatching adventures - can be arranged. Eco-minded Cinnamon Wild Yala offers a rustic-chic setting in the heart of the Sri Lankan wilderness.
Heritance Ahungalla
This 5 star property is situated in Ahungalla, a former fishing hamlet. The setting is idyllic: a long stretch of unspoilt palm fringed beach on the southwest coast beside the Indian Ocean. The air conditioned guestrooms offer stunning views of the ocean and the property has two sprawling swimming pools. Within the Heritance Ahungalla’s extensive premises, understated luxury complements an atmosphere of tranquillity and seclusion.
Taj Bentota Resort & Spa
Situated on a hillock overlooking the Indian Ocean and a palm-fringed stretch of golden beach, Vivanta by Taj - Bentota is a stylish property with 162 luxurious rooms and suites, most of which offer spectacular ocean views. The hotel is set within lush tropical landscaped gardens and offers a selection of dining options and a range of recreational activities including a large freshwater swimming pool, which is surrounded by palm trees and frangipani.
Cinnamon Bentota Beach
The iconic beachside Cinnamon Bentota, originally designed by renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa, was redesigned and reopend in 2017. Retaining its roots in local design with spectacular Sri Lankan artworks, the resort still retains an air of glamour alongside its new, contemporary feel. With a palm-fringed beach on one side and a wildlife-rich river on the other, there's plenty to explore. Take a dip in the huge swimming pool, sip cocktails beachside, or spoil yourself with a seafood feast at the toes-in-the-sand seafood restaurant.