The Frangipani Tree by Edwards CollectionvsMount Lavinia Hotel
Both The Frangipani Tree by Edwards Collection and Mount Lavinia Hotel are endorsed by professionals. Overall, The Frangipani Tree by Edwards Collection ranks slightly higher than Mount Lavinia Hotel. The Frangipani Tree by Edwards Collection comes in at #12 in Sri Lanka with recommendations from 3 sources such as Lonely Planet, Oyster and Afar Magazine.
The Frangipani Tree by Edwards Collection
812 Matara Road, Thalpe, Unawatuna, Sri Lanka
From $279/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
Afar Magazine
"The immaculate, open concept villas, outdoor infinity showers, and brilliant seafood restaurant push it into a whole other category altogether." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Frangipani Tree is a small beachside boutique with nine suites that have a rustic, yet up-to-date, casual-chic vibe." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"There are nine suites in three houses: all are named after turtle species and have soaring ceilings, private verandas and ocean views. There's a lovely infinity pool and palm-fringed beach." Full review
Mount Lavinia Hotel
100 Hotel Road, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia 10732, Sri Lanka
From $105/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Afar Magazine
"This colonial artifact overlooks the turquoise Indian Ocean and the Coast Line train that runs along it." Full review
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Trainspotters should request a room at the hotel’s north end to score a balcony with views of the ocean and the tracks.
Oyster
Upscale
"This 226-room colonial hotel near Sri Lanka's capital -- named for a governor's mistress -- is oozing with history dating back to British rule in the 19th century." Full review
Lonely Planet
"There’s a private sandy beach and a beautifully positioned pool and terrace." Full review