WallawwavsAsian Jewel Boutique Hotel
Both Asian Jewel Boutique Hotel and The Wallawwa are highly recommended by experts. Overall, The Wallawwa ranks slightly better than Asian Jewel Boutique Hotel. The Wallawwa comes in at 81 with approval from 4 reviews like Condé Nast Traveler, The Telegraph and Mr & Mrs Smith.
Wallawwa
Minuwangoda Road, Nr Ja-Ela & Bandaranaike Int Airport, Kotugoda, Sri Lanka
From $341/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Afar Magazine
"The short jaunt to the airport may be handy, but The Wallawwa boutique hotel near Colombo is so much more than a pre- or post-flight crash pad."
Condé Nast Traveler
""The house-made cinnamon ice cream here, near Colombo, is a revelation. The country produces some of the world's greatest cinnamon: Once you've had it, you'll realize that the cinnamon..." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"It’s hard to believe this stylish colonial retreat in leafy landscaped gardens is only a short drive from Colombo International Bandaranaike Airport." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"A lovingly restored 200-year-old manor house 45 minutes outside Colombo, the Wallawwa hotel sits amid lush tropical gardens that feel miles from anywhere." Full review
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For dinner, Mr Smith opts for the black pork curry and I choose the grilled mahi mahi followed by an incredible mango crumble with vanilla custard.
Asian Jewel Boutique Hotel
Field View Baddegama Road, Nalagasdeniya, Hikkaduwa Sl 5wa, Sri Lanka
From $94/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster
Mid-Range
"This off-the-beaten-path, five-room boutique has more of a home-away-from-home guesthouse vibe than most of the larger and less personal options you'll find along Hikkaduwa's main beach strip." Full review
Lonely Planet
"What really makes a stay here special are the staff and owners – within seconds of arriving they'll have memorised your name and be bending over backwards to help." Full review