Title: Helios Beach Resort Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Helios Beach Resort Beachfront, with full-service spa ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11500000/11499400/11499321/6a155f06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11500000/11499400/11499321/ad54f70e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden View | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11500000/11499400/11499321/1914b69b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool, Sea View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11500000/11499400/11499321/381ddff6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11500000/11499400/11499321/ed61f114.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Helios Beach Resort on Turtle Watch Rekawa offers a genuine retreat. Enjoy the private beach or book massages at the spa. The resort features racquetball courts, boat tours, and volleyball. Unwind at the outdoor pool or coffee shop after a day of activities. 6.8 ## Popular amenities - Bar - On private beach - Spa - Breakfast available - Room service - Pool ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 12 - Oct 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=11499321&PinnedHotelID=11499321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=11499321&PinnedHotelID=11499321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 13 - Oct 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=11499321&PinnedHotelID=11499321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=11499321&PinnedHotelID=11499321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=11499321&PinnedHotelID=11499321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=11499321&PinnedHotelID=11499321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=11499321&PinnedHotelID=11499321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=11499321&PinnedHotelID=11499321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool, Sea View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11500000/11499400/11499321/c160a36e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool, Sea View ### Highlights Patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Dining table - 600 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11500000/11499400/11499321/0249a27f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden View ### Highlights Patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Dining table - 559 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FRekawa-Hotels-Darwins-Beach-Resort.h11499321.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FRekawa-Hotels-Darwins-Beach-Resort.h11499321.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Rekawa, Helios Beach Resort is in a rural area and on a private beach. Mulkirigala Rock Monastery is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kalamatiya Bird Sanctuary and Hummanaya Blow Hole. Don't miss out on a visit to Turtle Watch Rekawa. Snorkelling, surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. [Visit our Rekawa travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rekawa.dx3000003055) [View more Resorts in Rekawa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rekawa-Hotel-Resorts.d3000003055-aaHotelResorts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.06378%2C80.88491&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TRRuufmWehed2G2cO2HZA6zOqVI=) Rekawa Road, Wellaodaya, Rekawa, 82125 ### What's nearby - Rekawa Beach - 12 min drive - 3.4 miles - Turtle Watch Rekawa - 14 min drive - 3.9 miles - Kahandamodara Beach - 27 min drive - 9.7 miles - Tangalle Beach - 29 min drive - 8.4 miles - Goyambokka Beach - 31 min drive - 12.2 miles ### Restaurants - ‪Saliya Seafood Restaurant - ‬18 min drive - ‪Wavy Ocean Hotel - ‬20 min drive - ‪Blue Skies Restaurant - ‬17 min drive - ‪Coppenrath restaurant - ‬20 min drive - ‪Dream family restaurant - ‬20 min drive ## About this property ### Helios Beach Resort Resort remodelled in 2022 and located near Turtle Watch Rekawa Located close to Kalamatiya Bird Sanctuary, Helios Beach Resort provides a poolside bar, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beach massages and sunloungers. Treat yourself to a massage, a body scrub or a body treatment at the on-site spa. Enjoy on-site activities, such as volleyball, racquetball/squash and boat tours. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers - English breakfast (surcharge), a free local area shuttle and bike hire - Express check-out, coffee/tea in reception and a water dispenser - Scooter hire, a 24-hour front desk and beach umbrellas Room features All guest rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts, such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as perks, such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces. 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free area shuttle up to 5 kilometres - Free bus station shuttle ### Food and drink - Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: LKR 2,500 for adults and LKR 1,250 for children - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A poolside bar - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Couples/private dining - Free daily manager's reception - Private picnics - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Beach volleyball - Bicycle rentals - Boat tours - Children's pool - Full-service spa - Outdoor pool - Paddleboard - Playground - Private wine tours - Racquetball/squash - Scooter/moped rentals - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Children's games - Children's pool - Dining table - Free area shuttle - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Playground - Separate bedroom - Separate in-room dining area - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Shared refrigerator - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Beach loungers - Beach towels - Beach umbrellas - Garden - In a nature reserve - On a private beach - On the bay - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Terrace ### Full-service spa - Body scrubs - Couples treatment rooms - In-room massages - Prenatal massages ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Ceiling hoist - Grab bar in shower - Hand-held showerhead - Height-adjustable showerhead - Lever door handles - No lift - Raised toilet seat - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in room - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchairs on site ### More - 15 buildings - Baroque architecture - Built in 1996 - Designated smoking areas - Mosquito nets - Renovated entire property - September 2022 ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Pillow menu - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bidet - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request) - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Cleaning supplies - Dining table - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Restaurant dining guides - Separate dining area ### More - Ceiling fan - Desk - Electrical adapters - Fireplace - Free daily newspapers - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Laptop workspace - Separate sitting area - Soundproofed rooms - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children aged 5 and younger eat free breakfast Rollaway/extra beds are available for LKR 10.0 per day. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for English breakfast: from approximately LKR 2500 for adults and from LKR 1250 for children - Airport shuttle fee: LKR 40000 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 4) - Rollaway bed fee: LKR 10.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash Mobile payment options include: PayPal Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Darwins Beach Resort Ranna Darwins Beach Resort Darwins Beach Ranna Darwins Beach Resort Tangalle Darwins Beach Tangalle Resort Darwins Beach Resort Tangalle Tangalle Darwins Beach Resort Resort Darwins Beach Resort Darwins Beach Resort Darwins Beach Resort Helios Beach Resort Resort Helios Beach Resort Rekawa Helios Beach Resort Resort Rekawa ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Helios Beach Resort have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. ### Is Helios Beach Resort pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Helios Beach Resort? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Helios Beach Resort? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Does Helios Beach Resort provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of LKR 40000 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Helios Beach Resort located? > This Rekawa resort is on the beach, 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Turtle Watch Rekawa, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Kalamatiya Bird Sanctuary and Hummanaya Blow Hole. Mulkirigala Rock Monastery and Hiriketiya Beach are also within 20 mi (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Helios Beach Resort Reviews 6.8 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 1 ### 5.8/10 Cleanliness ### 6.8/10 Staff & service ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 5.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 11 Mar 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Bungalovit jo parhaat päivänsä nähnyt, syrjäinen sijainti, rauhallinen paikka. Rannassa voimakas aallokko, Tangalle beachille 18 km. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 24 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 2 Dec 2018 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We arrived there after a 5 hr drive to find it closed, actually more like abandoned. There was no one working there much less staying there. Luckily we found a beautiful place down the beach. Very disheartening that Expedia would take bookings for a place that’s not even open. Worst of it is that even after we notified Expedia you can still book it !! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane 10 Feb 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beautifully placed resort off the beaten track This resort is situated off the beaten track. It was just what we were looking for. The manager was friendly and did every to make our stay there enjoyable. Like any guest house or resort if you go when there are fewer guests please remember to order your food for the evening at breakfast before the chef goes to market. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s1272-pd5f51990-0ea6-11e8-8364-4e5751ef2f19-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s1500-pdbdaf500-0ea6-11e8-8364-4e5751ef2f19-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s243-pd7d487f0-0ea6-11e8-9cbc-0242fed17ade-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s400-pd9be7da0-0ea6-11e8-8364-4e5751ef2f19-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jane Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2018 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 3 Jan 2018 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Remote and beautiful beach The location is beautiful and the staff try their best to assist. It has a certain charm. However... It’s an old resort which is not maintained or managed what so ever. There’s rubbish spilling out of the main building and behind the cottages, the kitchen is a little frightening. The grounds and pool are not well maintained. The staff are kind and well meaning but it’s not professionally run. The food in all near by resorts are very expensive and rather average. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017 ### 4/10 Poor #### Jens-Erik, København, Danmark 8 Mar 2016 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Robinson Crusoe Hvis man er til at bo langt ude for alt er dette hotel fint. Havde booket for 10 dage men forlod det efter 5. Dejlig ren pool, lækker strand med palmer. Mad lille udvalg og dårligt. Rengøring i hytten blev ikke udført mens vi var der. Personale prøvede at gøre det godt, så intet til ledelsen. Bilen vi blev hentet i lufthavnen var gammel og slidt. Men er man til bølge skvulp og ro så er dette stedet, der sker intet. ##### Jens-Erik ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 21 Jan 2016 Disliked: Staff & service #### Overpriced, incompetent, disorganised and unkempt We were double booked and the manager blamed Venere, whereas we had a confirmation email from them. False promises made about when the sea view room we had booked would be available, we didn't get it for 2 nights then had to surrender it after 6 nights. We negotiated a refund and left. Rooms quite clean and large but unless you had a luxury room there is no furniture other than a wardrobe. Buffet served too late for us at 8pm and expensive possibly because there is nowhere else locally to eat. Isolated location with empty beaches with lovely sand but quite rough seas. Flies all over breakfast buffet. Staff sitting around doing nothing when there was rubbish to be cleared. No cushions on hard wooden sunbeds. No proper checkin or details given of facilities and services offered. No bread on our first day, no chicken either, then on second day no milk. The only drinks served are beer, Sprite and Coke but they will obtain other drinks if you ask. Scabby dog with sores surrounded by flies living in the reception area. ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Guido, Bayern 15 Jan 2016 Liked: Staff & service #### Paradies mit kleinen Schwächen Wir waren vom 25.12-08.01 im Beach Resort.Es ist ideal wenn man wirklich mal ein paar Tage in Ruhe entspannen will.Am Kilometer langen Strand kann man ewig spazieren gehen.Teilweise trifft man außer ein paar Vögeln und den Affen in den Palmen niemanden.Es ist was für Menschen die die Natur und Einsamkeit zu schätzen wissen.Abgerundet wird das ganze von der zum Glück sehr guten Küche im Resort,denn es gibt in der näheren Umgebung nicht viel Alternativen um zum Essen gehen.Bei unseren Aufenthalt schien alles noch im Aufbau zu sein,es wurde noch einiges an den anderen Bungalows Renoviert,was auch mit ein wenig Lärm verbunden war.Das ganze Team ist sehr bemüht die Wünsche der Gäste zu erfüllen,wenn irgendwas nicht in Ordnung war wurde es umgehend geändert. Sehr nett ist es auch,wenn am Abend ein Teil des Personals Livemusik spielt. ##### Guido ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa 7 Jan 2016 Liked: Staff & service #### Traumhaftes Hotel mit Kitschfaktor :) Der Aufenthalt im Darwins Beach Resort war ein voller Erfolg. Wir haben jeden Tag sehr genossen, Die Nähe zum Strand, das freundliche und hilfsbereite Personal und das gesamte Ambiente haben unseren Urlaub zu einem unvergesslichen Erlebnis werden lassen. Wir werden auf jeden Fall wieder kommen. ##### Lisa ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Cinnamon Citadel Kandy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kandy-Hotels-Cinnamon-Citadel-Kandy.h4031542.Hotel-Information) > > [Habarana Village by Cinnamon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Habarana-Hotels-Habarana-Village-By-Cinnamon.h4031747.Hotel-Information) > > [Shinagawa Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Balapitiya-Hotels-Shinagawa-Beach.h7672790.Hotel-Information) > > [Heritance Ahungalla](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ahungalla-Hotels-Heritance-Ahungalla.h1526822.Hotel-Information) > > [Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tangalle-Hotels-Anantara-Peace-Haven-Tangalle-Resort.h11229814.Hotel-Information) > > [Vivanta Colombo, Airport Garden](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Seeduwa-Katunayake-Hotels-Vivanta-Colombo.h526350.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Kosgoda Turtle Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kosgoda-Hotels-Sheraton-Kosgoda-Turtle-Beach-Resort.h48743974.Hotel-Information) > > [Thaproban Pavilion Waves Unawatuna](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Unawatuna-Hotels-Thaproban-Pavilion-Waves-Unawatuna.h20583896.Hotel-Information) > > [Avani Kalutara Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kalutara-Hotels-Avani-Kalutara-Resort.h4031708.Hotel-Information) > > [Cinnamon Bentota Beach – Signature Selection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Hotels-Cinnamon-Bentota-Beach.h36466861.Hotel-Information) > > [Sun Siyam Pasikudah](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pasikuda-Hotels-Sun-Siyam-Pasikudah.h9272270.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ahungalla-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Sri-Lanka-All-Inclusive.h14754284.Hotel-Information) > > [Pandanus Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Induruwa-Hotels-Pandanus-Beach-Resort-Spa.h11289546.Hotel-Information) > > [go camping](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Go-Camping.h23256271.Hotel-Information) > > [Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weligama-Hotels-Weligama-Bay-Marriott-Resort-Spa.h19413442.Hotel-Information) > > [Cape Weligama - Relais and Chateaux](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weligama-Hotels-Cape-Weligama-Relais-And-Chateaux.h11470023.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Grand Galle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Galle-Hotels-Le-Grand-Galle-By-Asia-Leisure.h24010679.Hotel-Information) > > [The Fortress Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Koggala-Hotels-The-Fortress-Resort-Spa.h7821441.Hotel-Information) > > [Kahanda Kanda](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Angulugaha-Hotels-Kahanda-Kanda.h11263998.Hotel-Information) > > [Shangri-La Hambantota](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hambantota-Hotels-Shangri-La-Hambantota.h15083331.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Bentota Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Hotels-Taj-Bentota-Resort-Spa.h581365.Hotel-Information) > > [The Sandhya](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ahangama-Hotels-The-Sandhya.h18099343.Hotel-Information) > > [Cinnamon Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Habarana-Hotels-Cinnamon-Lodge.h1854476.Hotel-Information) > > [Ceylon Tea Trails - Relais and Chateaux - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwood-Hotels-Ceylon-Tea-Trails.h4045356.Hotel-Information) > > [98 Acres Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ella-Hotels-98-Acres-Resort-Spa.h15504051.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westbury Palace](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nuwara-Eliya-Hotels-The-Westbury-Palace.h48402950.Hotel-Information) > > [The Sun House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Galle-Hotels-The-Sun-House.h15677263.Hotel-Information) > > [W15 Weligama](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weligama-Hotels-W15.h11560777.Hotel-Information) > > [Talalla Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Talalla-Hotels-Talalla-Retreat.h7088443.Hotel-Information) > > [Cinnamon Bey Beruwala](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Beruwala-Hotels-Cinnamon-Bey-Beruwala.h8256226.Hotel-Information)