DESTINATIONS SRI LANKA | HOTELS, RESORTS & SPAS
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There’s plenty to entice travellers to the country, including some superb accommodation, discovers Adam Shaw on a Mercury Holidays fam trip
lephants and leopards roaming in national parks; colonial-era railway tracks intersecting verdant tea fields; fishermen on
stilts plying their trade in turquoise waters – Sri Lanka’s attractions are diverse and beguiling. And despite some political turbulence in 2022,
the country’s tourism recovery is back on track. The year ended on a positive note with 92,000 visitors in December, narrowly beating the figure for the same month the previous year. Sri Lanka’s size means a lot can be covered in one trip, and there’s accommodation across the country to cater for all preferences, from classic beachside boltholes to secluded hillside gems. Here, we take a look at some of the best.
Amaya Hills, Kandy Best for . . . stunning landscapes Set high in Sri Lanka’s central mountainous region, Amaya Hills offers arresting views of the steep peaks framing the sprawling ancient royal capital of Kandy. The 100-room hotel, which is reached by a long, winding road from the city below, boasts an elegant, softly lit upstairs bar that offers views of the city and mountains below. And after sunset, clients can dance the night away at the in-house underground club,
Le Garage, which has become a popular hotspot for locals and guests alike. Rooms: From £63 per night, based on two adults sharing on a bed-and-breakfast basis.
Chaarya Resort & Spa, Tissamaharama Best for . . . pampering The accommodation at Chaarya Resort & Spa is a mix of rooms and chalets, and the leafy surroundings will immediately put clients at ease, as
Sri Lanka’s size means a lot
can be covered in one trip, and there’s accommodation across the country to cater for all needs
will the hotel’s wellness offering, with a variety of treatments available at the Ayurveda spa. Guests might wish to book ahead for a soak in a herbal bath, followed by a back and neck massage, after a day of being driven round on a bumpy, leopard-spotting safari at nearby Yala National Park. Rooms: From £60 per night, room-only.
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