AMBA Estate, Bandarawela
Rooms from £35 a night
Hidden up in the tranquil Uva hills, charming AMBA Estate is an old-school farmstay and impressive social enterprise, with scenic hikes, river swims and organic homegrown tea to sip and savour.
Salt House, Hiriketiya
Rooms from £60 a night
A barefoot hangout in one of the south coast’s hippest spots – especially recommended for surfers, yoga lovers and beach bums.
Lime & Co, Midigama
Rooms from £38 a night
A simple, laid-back surf haven set along one of the south coast’s most popular stretches. Think Indian Ocean waves, yoga, fresh food and good company.
Thambu Illam, Jaffna
Rooms from £50 a night
A charming, recently restored property with four cosy rooms set around a traditional open-air courtyard. A top spot for exploring Jaffna.