This is a delightful small guesthouse that is about 15mins north of Negombo. They have 6 cabanas which are set in about 5 acres of gardens- the Ging Oya river winds its way down one side of the property and you can borrow canoes if you wish. There is a great pool. The owners, who are on site, take a great deal of care to make sure that your every wish is catered for. It is about 5mins walk to the beach. If you are looking for total peace and quiet, this is the place. They do require a minimum stay of 2 nights.
Having recently been taken over by Theme Resorts, the Kithala Resort in Tissamaharama includes a modern hotel which was formerly known as Hotel Priyankara and now offers a very good standard of accommodation at reasonable rates. All the rooms are very spacious, beautifully decorated and have balconies that have amazing views over the vast paddyfields directly behind the hotel.
This delightfully laid back Eco-friendly beach resort is on an almost deserted beach where you can swim and surf between December and April. All the chalets are made from local materials and are basic – it is very much for those that want to get back to nature. The pool is unusual as it is set on top of a rock which has views over the resort and the sea beyond. It is a perfect location to visit Yala and Bundala National Parks.
This stylish eco-friendly hotel, spread over 38 acres of jungle, opened in 2013 and is situated just outside of Yala National Park but fronting the sea at Kirinda. The rooms of the main hotel do have great views of the sea. The exclusive Tented Villas are away from the main hotel and are for those who like their creature comforts but want to be surrounded by nature. Do note that the sea here is not safe for swimming due to strong currents.
Being on the outskirts of Kataragama, Okrin Hotel is near Yala National Park and the temple at Kataragama.
This modern hotel offers very good value for money and with it being small does have a feel of a boutique hotel. It is a hotel with sixteen rooms, beautiful lobby and outdoor pool.
