Sri Lanka is a such a beautiful country to enjoy a luxury retreat so similar in climate and landscape to the islands of South East Asia, although much calmer with far fewer visitors and more unspoilt raw nature to discover.

One great idea for your group would be to look for a villa to stay in. Whether it be a retreat, celebration, or family holiday, villas offer a great option as your accommodation. 

Benefits of a Villa Stay

There will be many bedrooms, and great indoor and outdoor spaces. Plus in incredible locations, offering you the opportunity to take in the awesome nature around you plus make some great excursions to the beach, boat trips, or other parts of this biodiverse island that interest you….

Choose from villas in many different beachfront settings, or go for a secluded spot in the hills above. There is sure to be a villa to match what you are looking for.

A villa will provide many different spaces, large outdoor and indoor areas, catering and staff to make sure everything is perfect. A private chef and villa staff can make sure the villa is always ready for you.

There are different options available to you when considering a retreat stay. There are the all-inclusive options at villas with their private grounds. And there are also retreats which offer programs for health and well-being like yoga, meditation and physical activities. If you are looking for this then here are the best luxury retreats in Sri Lanka for your review. You can be sure that they provide great service and accommodations, and will be in beautiful settings with full amenities, spas and panoramic views.

Top Sri Lanka Locations

The most popular bays, beaches and villages are in the South, stretching all across the southern coastline, from Galle in the south-west, over to the Eastern side of the island. With raw nature all around you, untouched jungle bordered beaches, beautiful inland lakes and lagoons, and the wonderfully interesting architecture of past colonial times. Sri Lanka really is something for the senses to take in.

Secret Spots for Villas in Sri Lanka

1. Galle – Old colonial sea-walled fort town, with laneways of lovely buildings, boutiques, cafes and restaurants. You could stay at the luxury Amangalla within the town wall, or look to a nearby federation villa in the overlooking hills. It’s possible even to find an old plantation villa estate for you to stay in.
2. Southern coastline – with many beach villages that are home to exclusive villas, either high up in the bordering hills with panoramic views, or directly on beach frontage. The most popular locations would be Tangalle and Koggala.