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98 Acres Resort and Spa

98 Acres Resort and Spa is a sophisticated chic hotel that stands on a wondrous 98 acre tea estate, surrounded by an emphatic green landscape. The well-designed resort blends well with the surrounding nature, consisting of charming chalets primarily made of sustainable and recyclable substances. Railway sleepers that were going to be scrapped are put to good use here, in the making of decks and walls at the resort. Rough, hewn granite make up the floors of chalets, giving them a simple elegance, and up top they are adorned with thatched roofs of ‘Illuk’ straw that adds to their traditional beauty. The exquisite countryside offers guests incredible panoramic vistas, in which lie exciting trails that will assure their holiday is a memorable one.

Dreamcliff Mountain Resort

Dream Cliff is a luxury boutique hotel offering guests a unique experience. Perched overlooking scenic mountain ranges and nestled amongst the trees of Beragala, mountain ranges and hikes across the vegetation are not to be missed. The hot climate is perfect for admiring the views on your private balcony or taking a cold shower in a waterfall to cool down when evening comes. Being a resort owned by a family the experience is all the more individual and personal. Built with nature in mind, the trip is perfect for unwinding and disconnecting from the rest of the world.

Shangri La Hambantota Golf Resort and Spa

The luxury Shangri-La’s Hambantota Golf Resort & Spa spans 58 hectares, making it the largest resort in Sri Lanka, and boasts 274 spacious rooms, including 20 suites, all surrounded by stunning tropical gardens. The Resort overlooks the pristine Southern Coast of Sri Lanka and is home to an 18-hole championship golf course, the only resort course in the country. The beachfront resort is an adventurer’s dream, with a mosaic of activities and unique curated excursions to help you absorb the diversity of the island at its best. Perfect for families, or as a romantic retreat, the Shangri-La’s Hambantota Golf Resort & Spa will leave you with magical memories that’ll last for eternity.

Rainforest Eco Lodge

Neighbouring the Sinharaja Rainforest, a UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site, sits the Rainforest Eco Lodge on the five hundred acre Enselwatte Tea Estate. This sustainably built retreat treats each guest to stunning view of the canopy below, and the tea estate beyond. Wake up in your private chalet to the sound of rain drops on the trees, and dine in the dramatic mists that can settle in seconds. With every modern amenity and timeless natural design the Rainforest Eco Lodge provides guests with a luxurious experience like no other, as you venture from the comfort of your chalet to the cascading waterfalls and forest trails all around.

Anavilhanas Lodge

Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge is a stunning jungle hotel set on the banks of the Amazon river, right by the Rio Negro. It offers upscale accommodation within a truly remote setting, combining the serenity of the jungle with the modern comforts of luxury hotels. All guests will enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and a snack as the rate includes full-board service, meaning you can enjoy fresh regional dishes daily.

Uga Jungle Beach

Uga Jungle Beach is a stylish coastal resort that offers incredible views of the surrounding area from its villas that look onto the lush jungle, the gorgeous lagoon, or the stunning Indian Ocean. Situated near Trincomalee City, Uga Jungle Beach offers a range of exciting activities and sightseeing opportunities that allow you to explore the culture of the area. You can discover the scenic eastern coast or just relax on the beach and make the most of the golden sun.

Gal Oya Lodge

Spread discreetly across 20 acres of evergreen forest and open savannah is the Gal Oya Lodge, in the middle of the national park of the same name. This ecolodge boasts luxury accommodation while prioritising the environmental wellbeing of the ecosystem around it. Out from the seclusion of the private, sustainability built bungalows, the Gal Oya National Park is teeming with life; watch elephants swim between islands or bath at the lakeside, spot one of hundreds of species of bird, or explore the bountiful plant-life. In this untouched corner of the world nature lives in abundance and with a choice of many different activities, or just from relaxing by the pool, you can enjoy its splendour. Located next to the indigenous Zedda community, the Lodge works in collaboration with them to protect the local environment and educate and inform guests on traditional Sri Lankan life. Whether you want to enjoy a glass of wine on the wrap-around veranda of your bungalow or adventure out on a jungle safari, Gal Oya Lodge is the secluded paradise you’ve been searching for.

Cinnamon Lodge

Amid green forests and open space lies Cinnamon Lodge Habarana. Offering a variety of room types that have private balconies, separate living areas and views of the garden and lake, the lodge also has its own large outdoor pool, a butterfly garden and in-room amenities for evenings spent in. Its location means it’s never too far from a national park or nature excursion, allowing guests to get a true sense of the beauty of Sri Lanka. Nature and luxury meet at this lodge with guests being able to admire the natural surroundings from their room.

Flameback Eco Lodge

Tucked in a lush eco garden in Weerawila, surrounded by the cheerful chirps of endemic bird species, Flameback Eco Lodge offers a spectacular view of the tranquil Weerawila lake. The luxury tented lodges offer a peaceful place to rejuvenate yourself around the numerous activities you can do in the surrounding areas. The delicious cuisine is organic and sourced from local communities so your eco-friendly glamping experience will help the local area.

Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica Lodge

Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica Lodge lies in the heart of a botanical wonderland, adjacent to the Tambopata National Reserve where wildlife and birdlife are in abundance. The lodge consists of 35 wooden cabanas, perfectly positioned on the banks of the Madre de Dios River, where guests can immerse themselves in the stunning natural beauty and connect with the tropical plants and scenery. Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica is a bird enthusiast’s paradise, home to 540 exotic bird types, many of which are unique to the rainforest. The sprawling rainforest is alive with exotic wildlife which guests can enjoy viewing from the comfort of their cabana, and in 2013, this amazing lodge was listed as one of the world’s 25 best eco-lodges by National Geographic Traveller magazine.