Uga UlagallavsCape Weligama
Uga Ulagalla and Cape Weligama are both highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Cape Weligama scores slightly higher than Uga Ulagalla. Cape Weligama ranks #3 in Sri Lanka with approval from 5 publications such as Jetsetter, Condé Nast Traveler and The Telegraph.
Uga Ulagalla
Thirappane, Anuradhapura, Thirappane 50072, Sri Lanka
From $212/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Travel + Leisure
"A 54-acre jungle retreat powered by solar panels and dotted with airy pavilions with plunge pools. Recommended by Ellison Poe, one of T L's 2010 A-List travel agent." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Ulagalla offers 20 spacious, hi-tech yet traditional villas on stilts, good local food, and strong eco-credentials, in a peaceful jungle setting, near Anuradhapura." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Monkeys, peacocks and elephants at Ulagalla Resort: this handsome hotel lures guests of all shapes and sizes with its ponds and peaceful grounds, dignified Dutch architecture and obliging staff." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Exclusive and stylish, the 20 villas in this remote rural retreat, 40km from Anuradhapura, are top of the line, with private plunge pools and relaxing decks, in addition to a lovely central pool." Full review
Cape Weligama
Abimanagama Road, Weligama, Matara 81700, Sri Lanka
From $848/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Condé Nast Traveler
"Between the on-site dive center and the infinity pool overlooking the Indian Ocean, it offers plenty of outdoor diversions." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"In an undeniably romantic setting with uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean, Cape Weligama offers secluded residences with subtle interiors and sizeable beds." Full review
Jetsetter
"Romantic cliffside retreat near Galle with huge pitched-roof villas, private butlers and tea-infused spa treatments." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Spread out over a soaring garden-topped headland – turquoise bays and cliff-backed beaches below, swaying coconut palms dotted throughout – it’s primed for adventure." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Perched on a promontory above the Indian Ocean, this astonishing hotel has stunning vistas and a sublime 60m crescent-shaped infinity pool." Full review