Nestled within acres of lovingly tended tropical gardens, this charming 18th-century manor house—or Wallawwa—has been reimagined into one of Sri Lanka’s most alluring boutique retreats. Blending the elegance of a bygone era with contemporary flair, The Wallawwa offers an effortlessly stylish sanctuary just 20 minutes from the airport and Colombo’s colourful chaos. Perfectly positioned near the Dambulla, Kandy and Galle highways, it remains wonderfully secluded, making it an idyllic beginning, middle or end to any Sri Lankan journey.

Inside, rooms and suites are thoughtfully crafted for comfort and calm. Terrazzo-lined wet rooms with indulgent rain showers and double basins, Balinese four-poster beds dressed in cloud-soft linens, and all the modern luxuries you’d expect from a world-class boutique hideaway come together to create a stay that feels both sumptuous and serene.

Dining at The Wallawwa is a pleasure in its own right. Whether you’re pausing for a night before or after your flight, there’s no compromise on flavour. Chefs artfully combine the best of Sri Lanka and South Asia with nostalgic home-style favourites from around the world. From authentic curries and traditional local dishes to refined Western classics, every plate celebrates bold flavours and heartfelt cooking.

To complete the experience, the Z Spa offers a menu of soothing therapies designed to ease travel weariness and restore the senses, all set against the property’s tranquil, leafy backdrop.

With its elegant library, inviting workspaces, and an atmosphere that encourages you to slow down and breathe deeply, The Wallawwa is the kind of place that effortlessly meets your every need—leaving you wishing, as so many guests do, for just one more night in this enchanting hideaway.