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Where to stay in Sri Lanka? No problem! The island’s accommodation suits all budgets. Tourism began as a response to adventurous young travellers discovering Sri Lanka in the 1970s and staying in beachside and village homes. Now “home stays” are regulated to assure basic standards but can still cost less than US$15 a night. We review the worst to the best of where to stay, from no-stars guest houses to plantation bungalows and five-star hotels, letting readers know what to expect, the hidden costs, the culture clashes, and how to get there. As frequent guests (we pay our way) we know what’s good, fun and comfortable – or a rip-off.

Self Catering apartment at Fairway Sunset Galle

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Self Catering apartments in Galle – The Fairway Sunset

By editor 6 Min Read

Sri Lanka has been slow in providing self catering apartments in Galle for guests. That’s probably because tourism, when it started formally in the 1970s, was…

Fairway Sunset Galle Sri Lanka, Galle Fort

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Fairway Sunset: A Galle hotel for all budgets

By editor 11 Min Read

“Go to Galle,” is our advice for somewhere that’s fun and safe to stay in Sri Lanka; moreover, it has a spick and span new…

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North Gate by Jetwing – Jaffna Luxury Hotel

By editor 8 Min Read

Jaffna, located on the northern tip of Sri Lanka, has been welcoming travellers for almost two decades and is fast becoming a must-see destination for…

MF estate holiday bungalow Bandarawela sri lanka

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MF Estate Bungalow – A home in the hills of Bandarawela

By Royston Ellis 5 Min Read

Just six kilometres away from Bandarawela town is MF estate bungalow. The tea holiday bungalow has not been converted from a neglected tea plantation residence…