20 Best Luxury & Popular Hotels in Sri Lanka
(With Easy Taxi Transfers)
Sri Lanka offers a wide range of luxury resorts, heritage hotels, and nature retreats. Whether you’re arriving from Colombo Airport, traveling between cities, or planning a multi-day tour, Mirissa Cabs provides reliable private taxi transfers to all major hotels across the island.
1. Cape Weligama
Cape Weligama is a luxury cliff-top resort offering panoramic Indian Ocean views and private villas inspired by traditional Sri Lankan village design. Known for world-class service, infinity pools, and fine dining, it is especially popular among honeymooners and high-end travelers. Guests often book Colombo Airport to Weligama taxi transfers or Galle to Weligama private cars with Mirissa Cabs, ensuring a smooth, comfortable arrival directly at the resort.
2. Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort
Set on a secluded coconut plantation, Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort combines luxury, wellness, and natural beauty. The resort features ocean-view villas, a holistic spa, and curated dining experiences. Many travelers choose Colombo Airport to Tangalle taxi services or southern coast private transfers via Mirissa Cabs for stress-free access, especially after long international flights.
3. Shangri-La Colombo
Shangri-La Colombo is a five-star city hotel offering modern luxury with stunning ocean and skyline views. Located close to Galle Face Green and major shopping areas, it is ideal for business and leisure travelers. Colombo Airport to Shangri-La Colombo taxi transfers by Mirissa Cabs are popular for guests seeking punctual pickups, luggage assistance, and a smooth city arrival.
4. Wild Coast Tented Lodge
Wild Coast Tented Lodge offers a unique luxury safari stay near Yala National Park. Blending eco-friendly design with premium comfort, it includes guided safaris and gourmet dining. Guests commonly book Tangalle to Yala taxi transfers or Colombo Airport to Yala private cabs with Mirissa Cabs, making long-distance travel comfortable and flexible with optional sightseeing stops.
5. Cinnamon Bentota Beach
Cinnamon Bentota Beach is a stylish beachfront resort designed by architect Geoffrey Bawa. Positioned between the Bentota River and the Indian Ocean, it’s ideal for water sports, family stays, and relaxation. Travelers often use Colombo Airport to Bentota taxi services or south coast hotel transfers through Mirissa Cabs for door-to-door convenience.
6. Jetwing Vil Uyana
Jetwing Vil Uyana is an eco-luxury retreat surrounded by wetlands and rice paddies near Sigiriya Rock Fortress. With nature-inspired dwellings and peaceful surroundings, it’s a favorite in Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle. Guests frequently arrange Colombo to Sigiriya taxi transfers or Dambulla to Sigiriya private cars with Mirissa Cabs for a relaxed and scenic journey.
7. Uga Chena Huts
Uga Chena Huts provides an ultra-luxury experience combining wildlife and beachfront seclusion. Each private hut includes a plunge pool and personalized service. Due to its remote location, travelers prefer private taxi transfers to Yala via Mirissa Cabs, ensuring safe travel from Colombo, Galle, or Ella with experienced local drivers.
8. 98 Acres Resort & Spa
Located among lush tea plantations, 98 Acres Resort & Spa offers stunning mountain views near Ella. It’s perfect for nature lovers, hikers, and honeymooners. Many guests book Colombo to Ella taxi transfers, Yala to Ella taxis, or Kandy to Ella private cars with Mirissa Cabs to enjoy flexibility and comfort compared to public transport.
9. Heritance Kandalama
Heritance Kandalama is an iconic eco-hotel seamlessly built into a rock face overlooking Kandalama Lake. Known for sustainability and breathtaking views, it’s an excellent base for Sigiriya and Dambulla sightseeing. Visitors often arrange Colombo to Dambulla taxi services or Sigiriya to Kandalama hotel transfers with Mirissa Cabs.
10. Amangalla
Amangalla is a historic luxury hotel inside the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort. Offering colonial elegance, spa treatments, and personalized service, it’s ideal for heritage lovers. Guests frequently book Colombo Airport to Galle Fort taxi transfers or south coast private cars with Mirissa Cabs for a seamless, stress-free arrival directly at the fort.
11. The Fortress Resort & Spa
The Fortress Resort & Spa is a contemporary beachfront luxury hotel located near Koggala and Galle. Known for its calm atmosphere, infinity pools, and award-winning spa, it’s especially popular with honeymooners and couples. Travelers often book Colombo Airport to Koggala taxi transfers or Galle to Koggala private cars with Mirissa Cabs, enjoying a direct, comfortable journey without delays or multiple stops.
12. Jetwing Lighthouse
Jetwing Lighthouse is an architectural masterpiece designed by Geoffrey Bawa, offering stunning oceanfront views near Galle Fort. The hotel combines elegant interiors, infinity pools, and fine dining. Guests frequently arrange Colombo Airport to Galle taxi services or southern coast hotel transfers through Mirissa Cabs for a smooth arrival and flexible travel schedules.
13. Le Grand Galle
Le Grand Galle is a modern luxury hotel overlooking the Indian Ocean, located just minutes from Galle Fort. With spacious rooms, rooftop dining, and panoramic sunset views, it suits both leisure and business travelers. Many guests prefer private taxi transfers from Colombo Airport to Galle with Mirissa Cabs for door-to-door comfort and professional service.
14. Cinnamon Wild Yala
Cinnamon Wild Yala offers an immersive wildlife experience bordering Yala National Park. The resort features rustic chalets, outdoor dining, and guided safari options. Due to its remote location, travelers commonly book Colombo to Yala private taxis or Galle to Yala transfers with Mirissa Cabs, ensuring safe and reliable transport to and from the park.
15. Santani Wellness Resort & Spa
Santani Wellness Resort & Spa is Sri Lanka’s premier wellness retreat, located in the hills near Kandy. Focused on detox, yoga, and holistic healing, it offers unmatched tranquility and mountain views. Guests often choose Colombo Airport to Kandy taxi transfers or Kandy hill-country private cars via Mirissa Cabs for a peaceful, stress-free journey.
16. Amanwella
Amanwella is an ultra-luxury beachfront resort set in a secluded bay in Tangalle. Featuring spacious suites with private plunge pools, it’s ideal for honeymooners and luxury travelers. Most visitors prefer Colombo Airport to Tangalle taxi services with Mirissa Cabs, enjoying a smooth coastal drive with optional sightseeing stops along the way.
17. Uga Bay by Uga Escapes
Uga Bay is a luxury beachfront resort in Pasikuda, famous for calm waters and white sandy beaches. The resort offers water sports, family-friendly facilities, and fine dining. Guests commonly book Colombo to Pasikuda taxi transfers or Batticaloa to Pasikuda private cars with Mirissa Cabs for reliable long-distance travel.
18. The Kingsbury
The Kingsbury is a well-known five-star hotel in the heart of Colombo, overlooking the Indian Ocean and harbor. With luxury rooms, multiple restaurants, and a central location, it suits business and leisure travelers alike. Colombo Airport to Kingsbury taxi pickups by Mirissa Cabs are popular for punctual arrivals and hassle-free city transfers.
19. Aliya Resort & Spa
Aliya Resort & Spa offers breathtaking views of Sigiriya Rock Fortress, blending eco-luxury with modern comfort. The resort is ideal for families and cultural travelers exploring the Cultural Triangle. Visitors often arrange Colombo to Sigiriya taxi transfers or Dambulla to Sigiriya private cars with Mirissa Cabs for flexible and scenic travel.
20. Anantara Kalutara Resort
Anantara Kalutara Resort is a luxury beachfront and riverside retreat located south of Colombo. Designed by Geoffrey Bawa, it features elegant rooms, wellness facilities, and family-friendly amenities. Travelers frequently book Colombo Airport to Kalutara taxi services with Mirissa Cabs for quick, comfortable transfers ideal for short or extended stays.
