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Wallawwa vs Cape Weligama
The Wallawwa and Cape Weligama are both rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Cape Weligama scores significantly higher than The Wallawwa. Cape Weligama comes in at 88 with recommendations from 5 reviewers like Condé Nast Traveler, Mr & Mrs Smith and Jetsetter.
Wallawwa
Afar Magazine
Condé Nast Traveler
The Telegraph
Mr & Mrs Smith
Minuwangoda Road, Nr Ja-Ela & Bandaranaike Int Airport, Kotugoda, Sri Lanka
From $341 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Afar Magazine
"The short jaunt to the airport may be handy, but The Wallawwa boutique hotel near Colombo is so much more than a pre- or post-flight crash pad."
Condé Nast Traveler
""The house-made cinnamon ice cream here, near Colombo, is a revelation. The country produces some of the world's greatest cinnamon: Once you've had it, you'll realize that the cinnamon..."
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The Telegraph
9.0
"It’s hard to believe this stylish colonial retreat in leafy landscaped gardens is only a short drive from Colombo International Bandaranaike Airport."
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Mr & Mrs Smith
"A lovingly restored 200-year-old manor house 45 minutes outside Colombo, the Wallawwa hotel sits amid lush tropical gardens that feel miles from anywhere."
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For dinner, Mr Smith opts for the black pork curry and I choose the grilled mahi mahi followed by an incredible mango crumble with vanilla custard.
Cape Weligama
Condé Nast Traveler
The Telegraph
Jetsetter
Mr & Mrs Smith
Lonely Planet
Abimanagama Road, Weligama, Matara 81700, Sri Lanka
From $848 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Condé Nast Traveler
"Between the on-site dive center and the infinity pool overlooking the Indian Ocean, it offers plenty of outdoor diversions."
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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."
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Jetsetter
"Romantic cliffside retreat near Galle with huge pitched-roof villas, private butlers and tea-infused spa treatments."
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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."
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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."
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