Why HousevsWallawwa by Teardrop Hotels
Both Why House and The Wallawwa are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Wallawwa scores slightly better than Why House. The Wallawwa ranks #20 in Sri Lanka with endorsements from 4 reviews such as The Telegraph, Mr & Mrs Smith and Afar Magazine.
Why House
The Telegraph
Mr & Mrs Smith
Lonely Planet
Time Out
Mihiripenna, Talpe, Galle, Sri Lanka
From $220/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
The Telegraph9.0
"Set in spacious gardens, just inland from Galle’s palm-studded coastline, Why House is one of those rare hotels that suits couples and families alike." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "Honey, you’re home: Why House, a friendly, relaxed Sri Lankan villa set in lush tropical gardens, is all yours to play with (and little ones will love it, too)." Full review
Lonely Planet "This feels more like a private estate than a small hotel, with its expansive grounds and rooms in a colonial house (or cottages)." Full review
Time Out "Separated rooms interspersed in the gardens are splendid and secluded" Full review
Wallawwa by Teardrop Hotels
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..." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"It’s hard to believe this stylish colonial retreat in leafy landscaped gardens is only a short drive from Colombo International Bandaranaike Airport." Full review
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." Full review
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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.
