From private jungle villas along deserted beaches to rustic hotels with a remote feel; discover the best hotels on the east coast of Sri Lanka with Kuoni
This part of Sri Lanka is quieter than its south-west counterpart, and has the most beautiful beaches. All of our handpicked hotels have direct beach access, which for families is ideal. Not only do the calm waters make the area perfect for children, but our summer is also theirs so summer holidays are sorted. Think about the style you prefer; a rustic retreat with a remote feel (we love Maalu Maalu’s fishing village theme) or a contemporary and luxurious retreat like Uga Bay By Uga Escapes. You might want something really private – Jungle Beach By Uga Escapes commands a stretch of practically deserted beach and an equally as tranquil stretch of verdant forest which creates an air of seclusion. The Jungle Cluster Villas have a small shared pool and are ideal for groups or families. Some of the best villas can be found at Anantaya Passikudah on the beautiful Passikudah bay, with can feature two or three bedrooms and a stylish living and dining room, a terrace and small plunge pool.
Our recommended east coast of Sri Lanka hotels
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An enchanting resort on the beautiful Passikudah bay with a rustic-chic design, spacious rooms and spectacular villas.
The beautiful Anantaya Passikudah (which will become a Constance property in April 2020) is something of a hidden gem on the east coast. The resort is...
An Eco-friendly hideaway between the jungle and the beach.
The beautiful Jungle Beach by Uga Escapes commands a stretch of practically deserted beach and an equally as tranquil stretch of verdant forest. Toget...
From £1,188
6 nights, Bed and Breakfast, 01 Feb '21
One of the first resorts to be built on Passikudah Bay, it has a prime position in the middle of the bay.
Built to resemble a traditional fishing village, Maalu Maalu means ‘fish fish’, which is also the cry of local fishermen. The resort is a wonderfully ...
From £1,034 Save up to £163
6 nights, Bed and Breakfast, 05 Sep '20
A laid-back beach retreat with great food, friendly service and seasonal whale-watching opportunities.
Originally designed to resemble a ship, the Trinco Blu by Cinnamon has since had a redesign but maintains its retro-chic appeal with stylish décor and...
From £1,010 Save up to £119
6 nights, Half Board, 09 Nov '20
A contemporary and luxurious retreat overlooking idyllic Passikudah Bay, ideal for snorkelling and diving.
Uga Bay has an enviable position right in the middle of a stunning stretch of sand and it has fantastic views out over the hotel’s palm-fringed garden...
From £1,171
6 nights, Bed and Breakfast, 01 Feb '21
We love this small-but-perfectly formed hideaway a few miles north of surfing hotspot Arugam Bay.
A hotel can’t get much more boutique than the Kottukal Beach House – there are just two spacious rooms and two chalets at this hideaway in the villag...
An eco-focused hotel with just 20 cabanas on the beautifully wild southeast coast of Sri Lanka.
Laid-back beach days are what holidays to the hidden gem of Arugam Bay are all about, watching the surfers catching some of the best point breaks in t...
