Sri Lanka has always been known for its beautiful tropical beaches, luscious greenery, Tea plantation on the hilly side of the country, and more. This attracts many tourists from all around the globe. When traveling, the tourists always search for the best places to stay in Sri Lanka. I am writing this blog because even I searched for it on the internet, which landed me 1000’s of options.
First of all, let me tell you that Sri Lanka was my first international trip. This made my search for the best place to stay in Sri Lanka even more difficult at the time. Being the neighboring country to India, I ought to find similarities in the pricing.
You can find places to stay in Sri Lanka at every budget. The country is very budget-friendly to travelers. It’s a hub for backpackers. You can always choose your stay as per your travel style. I spent around a week exploring the country visiting 5 cities and a few towns along the journey.
I personally prefer my stay located centrally in the places I want to visit. This makes it easy to cover many locations in a short time. Here is my list of the best places to stay in Sri Lanka.
Let’s get started!
Things I take on my Travels
1 – Serendib Beach Hotel, Induruwa
This has been my favorite place to stay in Sri Lanka. It is just a few km away from Bentota. The amazing views from the rooms are definitely worth to relax. Almost all the rooms face the beach. You can also visit other places to explore nearby such as Galle, Unawatuna, Mirissa, and more.
There are many hotels on the beach stretch, but for me, the Serendib beach resort stands out of all. Considering it is a 3-star hotel with a budget-friendly cost, it was my obvious choice.
The Food here is great too with free morning breakfast included. Service might not be as quick but it could have been better.
Rooms – 8/10
Food – 7/10
Pricing – 8/10
Service – 7/10
Address – 648, Galboda, Galle Rd, Induruwa 80510, Sri Lanka.
2 – Nice Place Hotel, Dambulla
I couldn’t have found a deluxe class hotel at such a budget. The rooms are quite clean and budget-friendly. The price of the rooms can cost around 50$ and so on depending on the type of room you choose.
It is one of the most peaceful places to stay in Dambulla, Sri Lanka. The surroundings are calm and pleasant to relax. I truly loved the ambiance of this place.
You can visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress which is around 45 mins away. You can also have a lot of food options here.
Rooms – 7/10
Food – 8/10
Pricing – 6/10
Service – 8/10
Address – Inamaluwa, Dambulla 21120, Sri Lanka.
3 – Ramboda Falls Hotel, Nuwara Eliya
A true getaway from your daily routine life. The Ramboda falls hotel in Nuwara Eliya features excellent views such as mountains, valley views, waterfalls, and even Ramboda falls in its proximity. It is one of the best places to stay in Sri Lanka.
The rooms are clean and well equipped with amenities. Although some rooms I felt were a bit congested. The hotel is situated around 4km from Shri Bhakta Hanuman Temple.
There are plenty of activities available such as trekking, exploring tea plantations, tea shops, Baker’s falls, and much more.
Rooms – 6/10
Food – 8/10
Pricing – 7/10
Service – 5/10
Address – 76, Nuwara Eliya Rd, Ramboda, Nuwara Eliya 22200, Sri Lanka
4 – Ella Mount Heaven, Ella
Relax and enjoy the magnificent mountain views, peaceful early mornings, and sounds of nature all around you. The panoramic views you get from your room are very amazing. It is amongst the best places to stay in Ella.
The rooms are very clean and some are equipped with private pools overlooking the mountain valley. The food is pretty good too. The breakfast provided for us was free.
Don’t forget to take the beautiful and scenic Kandy to Ella Train ride. It is one of the best ways to reach Ella. some of the other nearby places to visit are honey bee garden, Little adam’s peak, Nine Arch Bridge, Ravana Falls, and Ella rock.
Rooms – 7/10
Food – 7/10
Pricing – 7/10
Service – 5/10
Address – 15th Mille Post, Wellawaya Road, Ella ‘Bandarawela’, Sri Lanka.
5 – Sobaya Hotel, Kandy
My stay in Kandy was just for a night and I looked out for a cheaper alternative. Luckily enough I found a very good place to stay in Kandy. It is one of the best hotels in Kandy.
Rooms are with a view of Kandy lake and the city. Breakfast was amazing. The staff was really friendly and helpful. I would definitely love to be back there.
You could also see the Kandy Buddha Statue from the room. I really loved the comfy beds. The food is decent and sometimes is not available. Service at Sobaya hotel was impeccable.
If you want other alternatives depending on your travel style, you can check out my blog on Places to stay in Kandy
Rooms – 8/10
Food – 6/10
Pricing – 9/10
Service – 9/10
Address – 83, 40-C Ampitiya Rd, Kandy 20000, Sri Lanka
Read my full blog on 18 must-do things in Sri Lanka in one week.
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