Sri Lanka has long been celebrated as possessing some of the finest beaches in the world - and with 1,340km of coastline you are spoiled for choice! The best hotels and villas are careful to preserve the natural beauty of Sri Lanka's beaches and commit to eco-friendly practices intended to protect them for generations to come. The quality of beach properties can change rapidly and Red Dot's beach selection is constantly assessed to ensure that whether you want a traditional Sri Lanka beach hotel, budget beach accommodation or a luxury villa we have the choice for you. Time to surf below?
Memo’s Beach
Nilaveli, East Coast
Cute bohemian chic characterises this cosy beach-side property with strong ethical credentials in the east coast resort of Nilaveli.
Nilaveli Beach Hotel
Nilaveli, East Coast
Nilaveli Beach Hotel is 10km north of Trincomalee and is one of the finest hotels on the east coast. The east coast beaches, unrivalled anywhere on the island, are most glorious from April to October.
Nilaveli Beach Resort
Nilaveli, East Coast
Nilaveli Beach Resort is a relaxed 16-room holiday retreat consisting of nine separate wooden cabanas on stilts, set right on the beach. It is secluded and peaceful but still an excellent location for excursions to Pigeon Island and Trincomalee.
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Niyama Private Island
Dhaalu Atoll
Niyama Private Island Maldives, made up of two islands with a connecting bridge, has featured in several Best Resorts of the World categories and offers opportunity for an indulgent getaway.
Nyne hotels – Rock Villa
Bentota, West Coast
Nyne hotels – Rock Villa is a stunning beach villa of meticulous design adjacent to a quieter southern stretch of Bentota beach dominated by boutique properties. Concealed from the beach by mangroves and palm trees it offers high levels of privacy. Retreat to its peaceful atmosphere as you relax on your private veranda, or take a dip in the 50 ft. swimming pool.
Nyne hotels – The Muse
Bentota, West Coast
Nyne hotels – The Muse is a charming nine-bedroom boutique hotel located minutes away from the beach stretch in Bentota. Each room is individually designed and tastefully well-appointed with all modern amenities.
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Omia Resort
Rekawa, South Coast
Omia Resort is an expansive and blissfully escapist setting, its eight chalets spaced across a coastal hillside to the oft-deserted beach of Rekawa in the lightly-populated south-east corner of Sri Lanka.
Owl and The Pussycat
Thalpe, Galle Coast
Owl and the Pussycat is an quirky sixteen-bedroom hotel in Thalpe with a beautiful setting next to the sea. Based around the Edward Lear poem, the hotel has vibrant, unusual décor and a colourful exterior. There is a large pool, outside bar and dining area and a swimmable beach just 100m away.
Palagama Beach
Alankuda, North-West
Palagama Beach is a tiny village in itself that spreads across acres of secluded private land in the north-west fishing village of Alankuda. This is an escapist area of wild beaches, sand dunes, and coconut palms. Guests have a choice of staying in one of three colourful wooden cabanas or one of two more spacious houses.
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