The Wallawwa

Enquire

Included in your holiday

  • Lounge passes and meet & greet service in UK airports
  • Transfers to and from your hotel
  • All flight luggage allowances
  • Personal concierge service
  • 24/7 assistance when travelling
  • Full ATOL protection

Full accommodation information

The Wallawwa is tranquilly set within three acres of beautiful gardens only 15 minutes away from the Bandaranaike International Airport. Once a colonial manor house owned by the head chieftain of Galle, the boutique property now features only 17 bedrooms and suites.

The Wallawwa offers two types of accommodations for couples; Wallawwa bedrooms and spacious Garden Suites and for families, the Family Suites and the Mountbatten Suite. Nearly all of the accommodations feature four poster beds, private verandahs and bright furnishings.

The Wallawwa is ideally situated for excursions to the beaches and fish markets of Negombo (30 minutes away) as well as to the city of Colombo. At The Wallawwa, dine at the hotel’s restaurant, The Verandah, where Asian fusion cuisine is served overlooking the gardens. An in-room dining service, kids menu and vegetarian meals are also available.

Facilities include a library, study with iMac computer and complimentary internet, swimming pool and games such as, croquet and badminton. Not to be missed are the signature massage, scrub and wrap treatments at the Z Spa.

Family Suite (2)

Family Suite (2)

The Family Suite is 90 square metres and features a king size four poster double bed, 2 four poster single beds, an armchair and built-in window seat, private furnished verandah, air conditioning, fan, Wi-Fi internet access, two satellite televisions, two safety deposit boxes, two rain showers, tea and coffee making facilities and two hair dryers.
The Mountbatten Suite

The Mountbatten Suite

The Mountbatten Suite is 162 square metres and features two bedrooms and a living room with sofa. The suite is furnished with a private plunge pool, king size four poster double bed, two queen size four poster double beds, private garden with seating area, air conditioning, fan, Wi-Fi interest access, three satellite televisions, safety deposit box, hair dryer, two rain showers and a bathtub, and tea and coffee making facilities.
Wallawwa Bedroom (2)

Wallawwa Bedroom (2)

The Wallawwa Bedroom is 35 square metres and features a king size double poster bed, air conditioning, fan, Wi-Fi internet access, satellite television, safety deposit box, hair dryer, rain shower and tea and coffee making facilities.
Garden Suite (12)

Garden Suite (12)

Garden Suites are 55 square metres and feature a king size Balinese four poster double bed or two twin size four poster beds, armchair and built in window seat, furnished private verandah, air conditioning, fan, Wi-Fi internet access, satellite television, safety deposit box, hair dryer, rain shower and tea and coffee making facilities.

Sit back and relax by the Indian Stone swimming pool or in the 200 year old private gardens, one of the finest gardens in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka travel information

When to visit Sri Lanka

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Best time

Good time

Ok time

  • Time zone: +5.5 GMT
  • Flight time: 10-13 hours
  • Recommended airlines: Emirates, Qatar Airways, SriLankan Airlines, Etihad Airlines
  • Currency: Sri Lankan rupee
  • Tipping guideline: Discretionary
  • Health considerations: There is a risk of dengue. There is no risk of yellow fever in Sri Lanka, however, yellow fever vaccination is required for travellers arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
  • Capital: Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte (administrative), Colombo (commercial)
  • Population: 21,930,455
  • National languages: Sinhalese, Tamil, English
  • Electricity and plugs: Type D, M, G, 230V
  • Mobile phone coverage: Good
  • UK passport visa requirements: You need an ETA for Sri Lanka if you have a British passport - apply online

Want to know more?

Call our Travel Specialists for a chat with our Sri-lanka experts. They'll share their first-hand insights so you can find your perfect holiday.

Monday - Friday: 9am - 7:30pm

Saturday: 9am - 5pm

Sunday: 10am - 4pm

Nikhil

Travel Specialist

Not sure where to stay in Colombo? I'm here to help. Give me a call and I'll share my first-hand insights to find your perfect spot.

Sri Lanka travel guides

Want some more help planning your holiday to Sri Lanka? Read our expert guides to find out everything you need to know about where to stay, dine and explore on your Inspiring Travel escape.

Would you like to speak to an Colombo expert?

Contact our Travel Specialists for a bespoke quote or some first-hand knowledge.

Call our Colombo team on

Monday - Friday: 9am - 7:30pm

Saturday: 9am - 5pm

Sunday: 10am - 4pm

The Inspiring Difference

Personal to you

  • We get to know you personally
  • Tailor-made holidays that are unique to you
  • Enhancing your escape with personal touches

Experts in luxury

  • Expert Travel Specialists with first-hand knowledge
  • Only the best premium travel experiences
  • Handpicked selection of world-class luxury resorts

Always here

  • Speak to us any time with 24-hour support
  • Premium concierge service
  • Personal relationships with our passionate team

Extensive experience

  • Nearly 50 years of bespoke luxury travel
  • Strong Relationships with industry partners
  • Diverse portfolio and exclusive experiences
ATOL Protected ABTA Protected IATA Protected Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office Trust Pilot
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office Trust Pilot

For the latest travel advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office check www.gov.uk/travelaware

Stay in Touch

Subscribe to our inspiring newsletter to hear about exciting offers, trending destinations and unparalleled experiences