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The Dutch House vs Cape Weligama

Both The Dutch House and Cape Weligama are rated highly by travel writers. On balance, Cape Weligama ranks significantly better than The Dutch House. Cape Weligama has a TripExpert Score of 88 with positive reviews from 5 reviewers like Condé Nast Traveler, The Telegraph and Mr & Mrs Smith.

The Dutch House
The Dutch House
8 / 10
18 Upper Dickson Rd, Galle, Sri Lanka
From $450 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Pool
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"After a game of croquet on the lawn and a swim in the dreamy pool, retire to one of only four rooms high in the hills above Galle to write a novel or sketch a masterpiece." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
7.0
"The Dutch House is a timeless boutique hotel, and one of Sri Lanka’s oldest and most charming Dutch abodes; its location is convenient for visiting the town’s vibrant produce markets, historic 16th-century fort and Galle’s test cricket ground." Full review
Cape Weligama
Cape Weligama
8 / 10
Abimanagama Road, Weligama, Matara 81700, Sri Lanka
From $848 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Between the on-site dive center and the infinity pool overlooking the Indian Ocean, it offers plenty of outdoor diversions." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"In an undeniably romantic setting with uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean, Cape Weligama offers secluded residences with subtle interiors and sizeable beds." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Romantic cliffside retreat near Galle with huge pitched-roof villas, private butlers and tea-infused spa treatments." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith Mr & Mrs Smith
"Spread out over a soaring garden-topped headland – turquoise bays and cliff-backed beaches below, swaying coconut palms dotted throughout – it’s primed for adventure." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Perched on a promontory above the Indian Ocean, this astonishing hotel has stunning vistas and a sublime 60m crescent-shaped infinity pool." Full review