Riso and Amour Beach Villas by Lantern

Tucked into Kamburugamuwa in Matara District, Riso and Amour Beach Villas by Lantern is a 4-star beach villa just minutes from Polhena Beach and the Weherahena Buddhist Temple. It's also a handy base for whale-watching trips out of Mirissa and visits to Mirissa Fisheries Harbor.

Rooms are air-conditioned and open onto private balconies or patios. Expect simple, comfortable décor with LCD TVs, satellite channels, and bathrooms with bathtubs or showers plus complimentary toiletries. The property is elevator-accessible and features a small library for lazy afternoons.

Take a dip in the outdoor pool, lounge on the terrace or wander the gardens after a beach day. On-site restaurant and tour desk keep things easy, while free self-parking and laundry/dry-cleaning add convenience. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and step out for local excursions.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout the villa and a 24-hour front desk keep you connected and covered. Roundtrip airport shuttle is available 24 hours for a surcharge, and free self-parking is provided onsite.

The villa has an on-site restaurant for sit-down meals and limited-hours room service for nights in. Ask about local dining options and beachside seafood nearby.