“Go back where they make you feel at home!”
Patrick Hellmann
Built in 1914 in the style of a French palace, this villa has served as a private residence, embassy, naval officer’s club, and later, a luxury hotel, hosting notable guests as Romy Schneider and Paul McCartney. In 2014, Berlin fashion designer Patrick Hellmann acquired the property and began renovations, restoring its historical details while bringing much of the design—previously done by Karl Lagerfeld in the 1990s—into the 21st century.
Each of the hotel’s 43 rooms and 10 suites has a unique layout and design scheme. Those in the Classic category retain Karl Lagerfeld’s decor, while those envisioned by Patrick Hellmann have a contemporary flair. Two suites feature particularly impressive details: The dual-bedroom Kaiser Suite boasts an antique library with original frescoes, and the first-floor Karl Lagerfeld Suite has lovely Art Deco touches and a stone balcony overlooking the gardens.
SchlossHotel Berlin by Patrick Hellmann
“Paradise is always where love dwells.”
Jean Paul Richter
Located in Balapitiya known for it’s powder-soft beach.
The interior design of Kumu Beach has been done by the fabulous Annika Fernando.
KUMU Beach by TearDrop
“Whatever Fortune brings, Don’t be afraid of doing things.”
A.A. Milne, Now We Are Six
The Six is surrounded by rock pools, breath taking ocean views and located on the Southern cost of Sri Lanka, The Six is one of the properties that quite simply has it all. To truly experience the connection this hotel has with the surrounding natural elements, one has to visit.
Designed by renowned architect and interior designer Chamika de Alwis.
“The secret to a good morning is to watch the sunrise with an open heart.”
Anthony T. Hincks
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Sitting amidst on the hills of Kandapola, this bungalow stands at an elevation of 2,000-metres above sea level. The surrounding tea plantations are linked by winding, ascending tea estate roads promising amazing views at every turn.
GoatFell by TearDrop
“Count your age by friends, not years. Count your life by smiles, not tears.”
John Lennon
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In the former residence of the first Prime Minister of Sri Lanka dating from 1930, this lavish boutique hotel is set in a garden in the heart of the city.
Designed in 2005 by Sri Lanka´s legendary designer Shanth Fernando, the setting is characterised by timeless beauty and elegance.
Tintagel Colombo by Paradise Road
“There is no trouble so great or grave that cannot be much diminished by a nice cup of tea.”
Bernard-Paul Heroux
Stafford Bungalow is a family heritage, 130-year-old refurbished Scottish planter’s bungalow built in 1884. located amidst a working tea estate in the village of Ragala in the Sri Lankan hill country. and upgraded in 2013.
There are many myths and legends surrounding Ragala. One concerns Ravana, a figure from the Hindu epic Ramayana. According to Ramayana, Ravana’s body is said to be present in different locations, including the Ragala mountain range.
“Water does not resist. Water flows.”
Margaret Atwood
Surrounded by ponds and streams modelled to reflect the water gardens of Sigiriya fortress, Water Garden Sigiriya hotel has a direct view of the 5th-century rock fortress and palace.
The water ways and the Water Garden Sigirya hotel’s epic design was done by Channa Daswatte, one of Sri Lanka's leading architects who trained under Geoffrey Bawa.
According to the ancient Sri Lankan historical text the Cūḷavaṃsa, this area was a large forest, then after storms and landslides it became a hill and was selected by King Kashyapa (AD 477–495) for his new capital. He built his palace on top of this rock and decorated its sides with colourful frescoes. On a small plateau about halfway up the side of this rock he built a gateway in the form of an enormous lion. The name of this place is derived from this structure; Siṃhagiri, the Lion Rock.
The capital and the royal palace were abandoned after the king's death. It was used as a Buddhist monastery until the 14th century. Sigiriya today is a UNESCO listed World Heritage Site, one of the best preserved examples of ancient urban planning.
We dream in colors borrowed from the sea…
Jordan Hoechlin
Huvafen Fushi Maldives is an exclusive five- star resort located on a private island in the Maldives. The hotel hosts an amazing underground wine cellar, as well as an underwater spa. The island is located on North Malé Atoll, 30 minutes by speedboat from the international airport.
Huvafen Fushi Maldives
“It cannot be seen, cannot be felt, Cannot be heard, cannot be smelt, It lies behind stars and under hills”
J.R.R. Tolkien
This luxurious bungalow is located in Demodera, a village in Sri Lanka’s south eastern Hill Country which is known for its spectacular viaduct, the Nine Arch Railway Bridge, and a 360-degree loop in the track. Neighbouring Demodera is Ella, a mountain village, famous for its waterfalls, landmark walks, and amazing views.
The Ella Ravana falls and the Sita cave in Ella are linked to the Ramayana mythology and the story of Rama and Sita. According to the legends, Sita was captured by Ravana, the ruler of Sri Lanka, and held captive by him in the central hills of the country, near the Ella falls.
Nine Skies by Teardrop
“In his blue gardens men and girls came and went like moths among the whisperings and the champagne and the stars.”
F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby
Habaraduwa House, a private beach villa hotel, is located in a lush garden bordering a beautiful stretch of beach near Talpe Beach, in the South of Sri Lanka. Originally built by the Australian architect, Bruce Fell- Smith, Habaraduwa House was bought by Michael and Judy Green in 2011.
Habaraduwa House by The Chatham Collection
“as she opened the door, she saw the young woman she had once been,”
A.G. Riddle, Lost in Time
Glenross Living hotel is a 144 year old Scottish bungalow, which has been restored to its former glory. It is located in the midst of rubber plantations and beautiful greenery, in the Kalutara district of Sri Lanka.
