Elysium

On Sri Lanka’s sun-drenched south coast in Talpe (Unawatuna), a boutique beach hotel minutes from Dalawella and Mihiripenna beaches. A short drive brings you to Unawatuna, Galle Harbour and the Japanese Peace Pagoda. Family-friendly and ideal for beach lovers and sightseers.

A small luxury inn with just a handful of air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars, laptop-compatible safes, desks and daily housekeeping. Bathrooms have showers, complimentary toiletries and hair dryers; some rooms offer bathrobes. The property blends a relaxed, boutique vibe with spa and massage rooms, a library, picnic and barbecue areas, and a kids' playroom.

Soak in indoor and outdoor pools, hit the 24-hour fitness center, or book body treatments at the spa. There’s a poolside bar, bicycles to rent and a tour desk to arrange local excursions. Complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning, and free on-property parking is available. Expect sea-breeze mornings and easy beach access.

Complimentary wireless internet across the property, express check-in and check-out, 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.

Elysium restaurant serves international cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a complimentary buffet breakfast daily from 7:30–10:30. A bar/lounge and poolside bar keep things relaxed, and limited-hour room service is offered.