Mount Lavinia HotelvsBuckingham Place
Both hotels are highly recommended by writers. Overall, Buckingham Place ranks slightly higher than Mount Lavinia Hotel. Buckingham Place is ranked #13 in Sri Lanka with accolades from 3 publications including The Telegraph, Lonely Planet and Oyster.
Mount Lavinia Hotel
Afar Magazine
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Time Out
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.
OysterUpscale
"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
Time Out "Old world charm blends with contemporary comfort in this only city hotel with direct access to the beach" Full review
Buckingham Place Oyster
The Telegraph Lonely Planet
Wellawathugoda Road, Tangalle 82200, Sri Lanka
From $239/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
OysterUpscale
"The gorgeous, upscale Buckingham Place boutique resort is a peaceful, secluded retreat with Rekawa Beach access and within a wildlife sanctuary." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Buckingham Place really puts its guests first. Hospitality is warm, unfussy and genuine; and the hotel’s first-class facilities include amply spacious rooms." Full review
Lonely Planet "This gated compound holds a very secluded luxe resort set back from the beach on a slim sandbar." Full review
