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The gateway to the south is the historic town of Galle. Do not
forego the historic Fort area, which has become a haven for
craft shops, museums, art galleries and which houses a select
collection of wonderfully renovated hotels and villas.
Galle town and the south coast took a battering during the Boxing
Day tsunami, yet this idyllic stretch of coastline, studded
with sandy coves, is determinedly fighting back.
Accommodation choices tend to be more intimate here –
luxury villas vie for attention with independent cabana-style
properties. True tranquillity.
Critical acclaim:
"Galle Fort has all the hallmarks of the new Marrakech''
-- Observer travel magazine, April 2005
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| Aditya, Rathgama |
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 Aditya,
a 12-suite hotel completed in early 2006, is bound
to become a must-have property in the increasingly
impressive boutique market. It sits on a secluded
stretch of beach in Rathgama, midway between the
hedonistic beach resort of Hikkaduwa and the historic
old town of Galle, and oozes class and style. A
triumph.
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| Amangalla,
Galle |
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 Amangalla,
formerly the New Oriental Hotel, opened for business
in early 2005 after a long, sensitive and complete
refurbishment. The hotel, situated in the 400-year-old
Galle Fort, is now the most exclusive property in
the Galle area, offering old-world luxury, superb
food, arguably the best spa in the island and exceptional
service. The property provides a wonderful escape
for those hankering the highest possible luxury
in intimate, interesting and historic surroundings
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| Apa
Villas, Thalpe (near Galle) |
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 Just
down the coast from Galle, overlooking a beautiful
coral beach, Apa Villas exudes taste and style.
It was named after Hans Hoefer, the founder of the
Apa Guides – later to become the Insight Guides
– and his photographer’s eye has ensured
a building of great beauty.
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| Dutch
House, Galle |
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 The
Dutch house is the sister property of the Sun House,
which is but a gentle stroll away. This historic
mansion, restored into an exquisite property, reeks
of old colonial elegance in its private and public
rooms. A large garden leads down to an infinity
pool with fine views over Galle. |
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| Flower
Garden, Unawatuna |
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 Hotel
Flower Garden in Unawatuna bay is mid-sized, value
for money, personable accommodation in one of Sri
Lanka’s youngest and happening locations.
Home to the largest pool in Unawatuna and serving
excellent Sri Lankan cuisine in its restaurant this
hotel has a relaxed and easy-going vibe. The rooms
are all simple, comfortable and spacious whilst
the cabana style bungalows come recommended. |
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| Fort
Printers, Galle |
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 Fort
Printers is a small boutique villa-cum-hotel, converted
in 2005, which can be booked either exclusively
or by the room. It lies in the heart of the Dutch
forth and has five strikingly stylish rooms combining
a wealth of Asian, European and Oriental styles.
A small property that bears comparison with the
best that Galle can offer. |
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| Fortress,
Koggala |
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 The
Fortress is a new boutique hotel with a prime location
on the broad sands of Koggala, only a few miles
south of the historic city of Galle on the southern
coast of Sri Lanka. The hotel, which opened in 2006,
is managed by the world-renowned Per Aquum Resorts
& Spas, a group most famous for their luxurious
properties in the Maldives and Seychelles. |
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| Frangipani Tree,
Thalpe |
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 Frangipani Tree is a the latest boutique hotel to enhance Sri Lanka's Galle coast. It is set on the edge of a secluded beach in the fishing village of Thalpe, 15 south of Galle. Four villas have a total of ten luxurious suites. Villas can be rented exclusively or by the room. hotel |
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| Galle
Fort Hotel, Galle |
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 The
Galle Fort Hotel is a triumph. The hotel evokes
a subtle sense of colonial grandeur, skilfully updated
for the modern age, and offers magnificent accommodation
in the heart of one of Sri Lanka’s most historic
locations. The hotel was recently awarded the UNESCO
Award of Distinction for the conversion of a derelict
building into Sri Lanka's most award-winning boutique
hotel. The design is minimal but exquisite; the
restaurant offers classic Asian-fusion dishes with
effortless service. A perfect base for the Galle
coast's many attractions.
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| Hikkaduwa Beach
Hotel, Hikkaduwa |
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 The
hotel has undergone a recent refurbishment and now
offers comfortable accommodation for those enjoying
the Hikkaduwa strip. The rooms are bright, well
fitted and air conditioned. There is the added bonus
of an outdoor swimming pool making the Hikkaduwa
Beach Hotel a good value choice among those staying
in the region. |
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| Illuketia,
nr Galle |
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 Illuketia
is an impressive and spacious estate house set amid
hillside palm trees and bamboo groves, barely 10
minutes inland from Galle. It began life as a plantation
house more than a century ago and was meticulously
restored. in the early 1990s. |
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| Kahanda Kanda,
Galle |
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 It
is often said that the interior of a country is
where its true spirit lies. Kahanda Kanda (Yellow
Moon), set in a 10-acre tea estate perched high
above Koggala Lake, argues the case persuasively.
Yet this rural retreat remains highly convenient
for the coast: Galle remains only 9kms away –
and the beaches are even closer.
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| Lighthouse
Hotel, Galle |
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 An
inspired creation from Sri Lanka’s foremost
architect, Geoffrey Bawa, The Lighthouse is a member
of the small luxury hotels of the world. A haven
of style, barely a mile from the historic South
coast capital of Galle. Early booking essential.
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| Rock-side
Cabanas, Galle |
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 Rock-side
Cabanas is situated on a beautiful stretch of coastline
not far from Thalpe, a small town which is a few
kilometres to the east of Galle. The set up here
is simple: good-sized wooden cabins are nicely spaced
apart and perched on the sand, equipped with beds,
balconies and bathrooms. |
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| Shangri La Guest House, Unawatana |
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 Shangri
La is a good-value beachside guest house with a
reputation for good-quality meals and homely rooms
and cabanas. It is situated a five minute walk from
Unawatuna's sandy beaches and is typical of Unawatuna's
relaxed beach lifestyle. |
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| Star
Light Hotel, Unawatana |
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 Star
Light’s 14 well-appointed rooms offer modern
comforts at an excellent price. Such value is explained
by the hotel’s lack of its own sandy beach
– it lies close to a small, rocky cove. But
it has a fair-sized pool in a private back garden
and Unawatuna’s beautiful sandy beach is only
a mile away. |
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| Sun
n Sea Guest House, Unawatana |
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 For
any years, the irrepressible nature of Mrs Perera
ensured the enduring popularity of this thriving
beachside property. She has now passed away, but
has left behind a small beachside guest house full
of memories and rich in character. Simple bottom-floor
rooms have had a boutique makeover. Upstairs rooms
remain basic, so keeping faith with a loyal budget
clientele. There is good food at excellent prices
and a stunning view across the beautiful, sandy
bay of Unawatuna. |
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| Tamarind
Hill, Galle |
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 Tamarind
Hill is an exquisite boutique hotel just minutes
from the historic city of Galle and the sunkissed
beaches of the Indian Ocean. This stately riverside
mansion was once the residence of a British Admiral.
Its latest incarnation has been inspired by Taru,
a renowned Sri Lankan lifestyle designer and creator
of several other dream destinations, including Taru
Villas Taprobana, River House and Park Street Hotel.
The original mansion has been retained in its entirety.
An addition at the rear blends in seamlessly and
leads to a stunning infinity pool set amidst terraced
landscaped gardens. Elegant interiors are furnished
in Taru's inimitable style.
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| Thaproban,
Unawatana |
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 Thaproban
is one of the favourite eating spots for a largely
youthful crowd that is attracted to Unawatuna by
its beautiful horseshoe bay. But this compact, colonial-style
building also offers reliable, good-value accommodation
only yards from the beach. |
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| Thambapanni,
Unawatana |
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 Thambapanni
Retreat, built into a steep, wooded hillside, has
an eco feel more attuned to the hill country, yet
lies only 300 metres away from the sandy bay of
Unawatana. That rare thing: a natural, wooded setting
on a beautiful coastline. |
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| Sun
House, Galle |
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 The
Sun House, built in the 1860s and renovated at the
start of the 21st century, has been praised as a
"six-room jewel of a hotel.'' It overlooks
the harbour of Galle, the fortified south-coast
town that is fast gaining a reputation as a haven
for the discerning traveller. |
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| The
Villa, Unawatana |
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 Unawatana
Beach has long been heralded as one of the most
picturesque stretches of coastline in Asia. The
Villa, with its white walls and wooden shutters,
offers arguably the best and most individualistic
accommodation on the beach strip. A high-class guest
house with a loyal clientele. |
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| Unawatuna
Beach Resort, Unawatana |
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 UBR
is the only property on Unawatana’s beautiful
horseshoe bay that passes for a traditional package
hotel. Sound mid-range accommodation, with the usual
trimmings, in an excellent location. |
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| Villa
de Zoysa, Boosa |
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 Yoga
and meditation addicts will love Villa de Zoysa.
It is a private home with an airy, colonial feel
and the ocean just a few minutes walk away. Its
four bedrooms can be booked seperately or as a whole. |
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| Villa Secret Garden,
Unawatuna |
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 The
Secret Garden is a hidden oasis only a short stroll
from the beautiful bay of Unawatuna and its lively
beachfront bars and restaurants. Set in lush tropical
gardens, just behind the main beachfront road, this
charming guesthouse is also popular with yoga lovers
and Ayurveda enthusiasts. |
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And don't forget that we also offer an excellent range of villa
properties, offering luxurious and intimate surroundings that
bear comparison with villa properties anywhere in the world.
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