Amanwella

Top choice in The South


A true temple of luxury living, Amanwella's suites all have private plunge pools, preloaded iPods and gloriously tasteful and modish design touches. Indeed the mood is so sybaritic you may need to be bribed to leave. All units have ocean views, but suites 110, 111 and 112 are nearest the beach. The entrance is just east of the 193km post.

The infinity pool is one of Sri Lanka's best, measuring 50m.


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