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AmanwellavsJetwing Saman Villas
Both hotels are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Saman Villas is preferred by most reviewers compared to Amanwella. Saman Villas comes in at #4 in Sri Lanka with accolades from 3 publications such as Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Oyster.
Amanwella
Condé Nast Traveler
The Telegraph
Mr & Mrs Smith
Hideaway Report
Lonely Planet
Bodhi Mawatha, Wella Mawatha, Godellawela, Tangalle, Sri Lanka
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Condé Nast Traveler "Beach bunnies will find their Valhalla at Amanwella: All 30 spacious rooms have unobstructed views of the crescent bay, thanks to sliding glass doors that line their two sea-facing sides." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This contemporary hotel touts just 27 suites, which are so spacious and serene guests are rarely seen around the resort." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "A dense tangle of palm trees tower over an 800-metre stretch of sugary sand at Awanwella hotel, a seafront boutique in Sri Lanka near the town of Tangalle." Full review
Hideaway Report94.0
"Contemporary beach resort in a mature coconut grove overlooking a crescent of golden sand, about two hours’ drive east of Galle." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"A true temple of luxury living, Amanwella's suites all have private plunge pools, preloaded iPods and gloriously tasteful and modish design touches." Full review
Jetwing Saman Villas
Oyster The Telegraph Lonely Planet
Galle Road, Bentota, Sri Lanka
From $405/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
OysterLuxury
"Saman Villas is arguably the most romantic and luxurious resort in southwestern Sri Lanka." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Saman Villas’ setting – a sea-splashed rocky promontory in Bentota with far-reaching coastal and ocean views – is a country standout, and everything is geared to romance and relaxation." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"We would love to tell you just how incredible this place is, but the simple truth is that there are no words to describe the sheer opulence of this hotel complex." Full review
