The best accommodations West Coast

Built in 1864, this establishment, located on the Galle Face Green and bordering the Indian Ocean, has lost none of its colonial lustre. The rooms and suites are luxurious and are divided between the Regency Wing and the Classic Wing, where major renovations have been carried out in recent years. The view of the sea from the terrace is magnificent and you can enjoy a refreshing swim by the pool. The hotel has 2 restaurants, 3 bars including the famous Chequerboard, perfect at sunset.

Designed by architect Geoffrey Bawa, Avani Bentota offers 75 air-conditioned rooms(Standard, Superior or Deluxe), suites and villas. Spacious, modern and comfortable, all are fully equipped and have a balcony or terrace. Two superb swimming pools, two restaurants (à la carte and buffet), three bars and a spa. Cooking lessons, jungle cinema and romantic picnics are organized upon request.

A pretty complex with comfortable rooms and several suites. Two restaurants, including one in the open air under arcades, shops, swimming pool, Ayurveda centre, Spa, sports hall, billiards, badminton and squash court, beach volleyball, excursions... Everything is planned for a pleasant holiday.

Despite its name, this villa is not located on the beach but in a maze of alleys, close to the church of Saint Anne. The rooms are modern, simply decorated and spacious. All are equipped with air conditioning and a small refrigerator. The cleanliness of the place is impeccable. Good breakfast. Kitchen available to residents. The nice swimming pool with bubbling bath allows you to refresh yourself without walking to the beach. Friendly reception. A few steps from restaurants. A good option in this price range.

Located on the beach at the mouth of the Kalu Ganga, the Anantara Kalutara Resort is a 5-star hotel in Kalutara. It is 1 km from Katukurunda railway station and 7 km from Richmond Castle. Elegant, modern rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, Nespresso machines and minibars. Suites include a separate living area, and villas feature a private garden with a pond. The hotel offers three clear restaurants, a bar, a private beachfront restaurant, a spa with massages and beauty treatments, two outdoor pools, a gym, a library and meeting/event space. Yoga and meditation classes, as well as activities for children and teenagers, are also available.

An intimate and welcoming boutique hotel just steps from the ocean. A nice alternative to the luxury hotels for the big bucks, Sayura House has all the comforts for a very reasonable price. The rooms are stylish and well equipped. We also appreciate the lush garden and the roof terrace with sea view. The pancake evenings that are regularly organized here make it a haven for French-speaking expatriates and other gourmands. A nice option, where you can easily stay a few days.