Leading offer based on:
- 7 Nights
- 2 Adults
- Bed & Breakfast
- Superior Suite
- Flights Included
- Return transfers included
Named after the most fragrant of all oriental flowers, the Saman Picca or Jasmine flower, this exquisite luxury boutique hotel boasts a superlative setting on a rocky headland, with long golden beaches on either side. Opened in 1995, the Saman Villas Resort belongs to the select Small Luxury Hotels of the World group, and has been awarded the Best Boutique Hotel in Sri Lanka accolade for three consecutive years. With its incredibly tranquil atmosphere, the only sounds being the birds and the crashing waves, the hotel is ideal for couples and honeymooners, and children under 12 are restricted to ensure seclusion and privacy.
The design of the resort is inspired by the traditions of ancient Sri Lankan temple architecture, and built with extensive use of timber, which gives the place much of its charm. The buildings are surrounded by scented gardens, backed by dense green coconut plantations, and at the centre is a beautiful infinity pool, which seems to merge into the Indian Ocean. The gardens and lawns cascade down the rock face, and offer plenty of spots for appreciating the sensational ocean views.
An outstanding feature of the Saman Villas Resort is the Sahana Spa, in the midst of tropical gardens and towering verdant forest trees. The spa's Deluxe Suite, set in a water garden, includes not only a steam shower, aromatic sauna, Jacuzzi and mud bath, but a dining pavilion and relaxation pavilion with floral bath, for a complete healing experience. Each suite has an individual music system, so treatments take place with a background of soothing music and flowing water.
The al fresco Terrace Restaurant by the pool is open for breakfast and lunch, serving an array of international dishes. On the upper level, the beautiful open-sided main restaurant is the place to enjoy fine dining in the evening, and offers a wide selection of menus from Sri Lanka, Asia and Europe. There are also two stunning bars, the Sunset Bar on the upper level, and the Pool Bar, for evening drinks.
However, at Saman Villas dining is very flexible, and there are no set times or places -- you can dine whenever and wherever you please. There is a wide choice of romantic dining locations, including right on the beach under the stars, on top of a rock, in a tropical garden, in the pool dining pavilion, or on your own private terrace. For an especially romantic and secluded spot, try the dining pavilion in the spa's water garden.
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There are 26 suites and one two-storey villa, all suites being designed in open villa style with an ancient temple architecture theme, and located on either side of the rocky headland. All feature individual climate control, telephone, complimentary WiFi, iPod/iPhone docking station, Yamaha home theatre system, DVD player, 32-inch LCD TV, hairdryer, minibar, safe.
Measuring 65 square metres, quaint terrace with divan and private dining facility, lounge area, dressing room, sleeping deck with king-size bed, open-air bathroom with oversized terrazzo bath, outdoor rain shower with water feature.
Measuring 76 square metres, located on ground floor and surrounded by flowers and frangipani trees, spacious furnished terrace leading to private garden with sun loungers, sleeping deck with king-size bed, sitting room, dressing room, open-air bathroom with oversized terrazzo bath, outdoor rain shower with water feature.
Measuring 81 square metres, located on ground floor, sleeping deck with king-size bed or twin beds, terrace with private dining facilities and divans, opening out to private garden with sun loungers, 7-metre swimming pool overlooking the ocean, sitting area, dressing room, open-air bathroom with oversized terrazzo bath, outdoor rain shower with water feature.
Measuring 83 square metres, tucked away furthest to the south, sleeping deck with king-size bed opens out to courtyard and 7-metre swimming pool overlooking the ocean, furnished terrace, sitting area, dressing room, open-air bathroom with oversized terrazzo bath, outdoor rain shower with water feature.
Measuring 118 square metres, exceptionally opulent accommodation on two floors. On ground floor, exquisitely designed sitting room and spacious bathroom, opening on to large courtyard with a 7-metre pool, large terrace and private garden. On upper level, large bedroom with living area, attached bathroom with shower, large balcony overlooking the ocean.
Measuring 65 square metres, quaint terrace with divan and private dining facility, lounge area, dressing room, sleeping deck with king-size bed, open-air bathroom with oversized terrazzo bath, outdoor rain shower with water feature.
Measuring 76 square metres, located on ground floor and surrounded by flowers and frangipani trees, spacious furnished terrace leading to private garden with sun loungers, sleeping deck with king-size bed, sitting room, dressing room, open-air bathroom with oversized terrazzo bath, outdoor rain shower with water feature.
Measuring 81 square metres, located on ground floor, sleeping deck with king-size bed or twin beds, terrace with private dining facilities and divans, opening out to private garden with sun loungers, 7-metre swimming pool overlooking the ocean, sitting area, dressing room, open-air bathroom with oversized terrazzo bath, outdoor rain shower with water feature.
Measuring 83 square metres, tucked away furthest to the south, sleeping deck with king-size bed opens out to courtyard and 7-metre swimming pool overlooking the ocean, furnished terrace, sitting area, dressing room, open-air bathroom with oversized terrazzo bath, outdoor rain shower with water feature.
Measuring 118 square metres, exceptionally opulent accommodation on two floors. On ground floor, exquisitely designed sitting room and spacious bathroom, opening on to large courtyard with a 7-metre pool, large terrace and private garden. On upper level, large bedroom with living area, attached bathroom with shower, large balcony overlooking the ocean.