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Why HousevsMount Lavinia Hotel

Both Why House and Mount Lavinia Hotel are recommended by travel writers. On balance, Why House scores marginally higher than Mount Lavinia Hotel. Why House scores 79 with recommendations from 3 reviewers like Mr & Mrs Smith, Lonely Planet and The Telegraph.

Why House
8/10
Mihiripenna, Talpe, Galle, Sri Lanka
From $220/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
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The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"Set in spacious gardens, just inland from Galle’s palm-studded coastline, Why House is one of those rare hotels that suits couples and families alike." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith Mr & Mrs Smith
"Honey, you’re home: Why House, a friendly, relaxed Sri Lankan villa set in lush tropical gardens, is all yours to play with (and little ones will love it, too)." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"This feels more like a private estate than a small hotel, with its expansive grounds and rooms in a colonial house (or cottages)." Full review
Mount Lavinia Hotel
7/10
100 Hotel Road, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia 10732, Sri Lanka
From $105/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Afar Magazine 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 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 Lonely Planet
"There’s a private sandy beach and a beautifully positioned pool and terrace." Full review

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