Types of accommodation in Sri Lanka

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Travellers on a budget will spend most of their time in guesthouses, usually family-run places either in or attached to the home of the owners. Some of the nicer guesthouses can be real homes from home, with good cooking and sociable hosts.

Rooms at most places cost between US$20 and US$30 (depends on the place), although you’ll sometimes find cheaper deals, especially around the coast.

Hotels come in all shapes, sizes and prices, from functional concrete boxes to luxurious creations which are virtual tourist attractions in their own right. Some of the finest hotels are located in old colonial buildings, offering a wonderful taste of the lifestyle and ambience of the past, while the island also boasts a number of stunning modern hotels, including many designed by Sri Lanka’s great twentieth-century architects.

The coastal areas are also home to countless resort hotels, the majority of which , with a few  decent exceptions  are fairly mild places, populated largely by European package tourists .

Sri Lanka is gradually waking up to its massive eco-tourism potential, and now boasts a few good eco-oriented hotels and lodges . You can also stay in bungalows or camp within most of the island’s national parks, although this can be difficult to arrange. The national  parks are the only places in Sri Lanka with official campsites, and elsewhere camping is not a recognized activity. Pitching your tent unofficially in rural areas or on the beach is likely to lead to problems with local landowners and villagers .

Sri Lanka also boasts a huge number of villas and boutique hotels, many set in old colonial villas ,including a number of old tea estate bungalows in the hill country and estate bungalows. They offers stylish and luxurious accommodation.

Hotels are classified using the usual one- to five-star system. In addition, some smaller hotels and guesthouses are officially approved by the Sri Lanka Tourist Board

Disclaimer: The hotel rates mentioned in this article are subject to change without prior notice. Rates may vary based on availability, season, and other factors. Please check directly with the hotel or booking platform for the most accurate and up-to-date pricing.