Holiday rentals in Sri Lanka

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Top-rated holiday rentals in Sri Lanka

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Earthen home in Hambegamuwa

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviews

Banyan Camp- Wine Lodge

ACCOMMODATION ON FULL BOARD BASIS. Lake front location where humans are few & nature is plenty. Only one of its kind on the island, built using Champagne & Wine bottles, up-cycled doors, windows, Dutch roof tiles, en suite shower & toilet, accommodate up to 4 people. Everything from scavenged doors, windows to driftwood furniture, re-used bottles, re-invented trucks even local food fare in the delicate art of simplicity. If calendar shows full, write us to check availability, we have 3 units

7–14 Mar

£113 per night
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Villa in Kamburugamuwa

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 57 reviews

Punchi Doowa, private island villa near Mirissa

Punchi Doowa which translates to little Island is a home nestled on its own paddy island with expansive views of the coconut plantation. Offering a unique stay, close to the picturesque bustle of village life but still only a 10 minute drive from the beach. Punchi Doowa has an acre garden for you to enjoy. We offer Sri Lankan meals grown from the garden. A natural plunge pool to refresh in and a sunset/ sunrise deck to relax on. Punchi Doowa is a space to absorb nature and all its offerings.

19–26 Aug

£151 per night
Guest favourite

Villa in Ambalangoda

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 76 reviews

Red Parrot Beach Villa, Right On The Beach

Red Parrot Beach Villa is an antique finished, concrete and wood designed villa in Ambalangoda in Sri Lanka. The villa has Very good Fiber internet and two air conditioned sleeping rooms which beds are covert with mosquito nets. A fully equipped kitchen is ready for you to use. In front of the house lies a beautiful beach garden, where you can relax in the shade and look out on to the Indian Ocean. The price includes a tasty breakfast plus daily room and laundry service provided by our team.

25 Sept – 2 Oct

£94 per night

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Other great holiday rentals in Sri Lanka

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Villa in Ahangama

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 12 reviews

Luxury villa with pool and jacuzzi area

29 Sept – 6 Oct

£344 per night
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Villa in Lunukalapuwa

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 48 reviews

Villa Abiman - beachfront villa near Dikwella

5–12 Feb

£630 per night
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Villa in Matara

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 58 reviews

Eliya Villa - 2 bedrooms - Madiha surf point

7–14 Mar

£226 per night
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Villa in Ahangama

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews

Helios Boutique Villa - Private Luxury in Ahangama

22–29 Oct

£193 per night
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Villa in Galle

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviews

Kumbura Villa, infinity pool, cook, lovely views

15–22 Oct

£390 per night
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Villa in Dikwella

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 43 reviews

Shaka House

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Villa in Ambalangoda

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 57 reviews

Villananda - Amazing Beachfront Villa With Pool

20–27 Dec

£266 per night
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Guest suite in Tangalle

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 42 reviews

Luxury Suite with ocean and jungle view Unakuruwa

8–15 Oct

£86 per night
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Cabin in Unawatuna

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 68 reviews

Galawatta Beach Cabana Siri 2

8–15 Oct

£59 per night
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Home in Nilwella

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviews

Blue Beach House (Whole Property)

28 Feb – 7 Mar

£125 per night
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Villa in Kandy

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 62 reviews

3 Room Villa with a Beautiful View & Swimming Pool

12–19 Nov

£198 per night
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Flat in Ahangama

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 34 reviews

Studio Aurora

22–29 Oct

£113 per night

Your guide to Sri Lanka

Welcome to Sri Lanka

Located in the Indian Ocean just a few miles off the southeast coast of India, Sri Lanka is renowned for its natural beauty, endless beaches, and astonishing historical wonders. No other land has so many World Heritage sites crammed into such a small area. Everywhere you turn you happen upon an ancient ruined city, historic palace, or breathtaking temple. The North Central Province of the country is known as the Cultural Triangle and is home to many of the World Heritage locations. The east and south have miles of glorious coastline and vast, enticing seas. The west contains the vibrant, exciting city of Colombo, while the central part of the nation holds rainforests, mountains, and historic cities such as Kandy. Take a whitewater rafting trip, visit the oldest living human-planted tree, and dive into all that incredible Sri Lankan cuisine.


The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Sri Lanka

Situated relatively close to the equator means Sri Lanka enjoys fairly consistent temperatures throughout the year — though two monsoon seasons complicate matters. There’s one in the southwest from May until August and another in the northeast from November to March. So if it’s wet in one part of the country, it will be dry and sunny elsewhere. The popular beach resorts and villas in the south are at their busiest from December to March, but in late autumn and spring it’s less tourist-filled and ideal weather conditions for the beach, the monuments, and the wildlife. Duruthu Perahera is an annual Festival of Lights held in Colombo in January, while the Nallur Festival, the country’s longest holy festival, takes place in Jaffna every August featuring dancing, parades, and a chariot race.


Top things to do in Sri Lanka

Lahugala Kitulana National Park

You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to astounding natural wonders in Sri Lanka. This park, in the southeast, is one of the smaller ones, and less beset with visitors. But it contains a multitude of astonishing sights such as a plethora of rare birds and monumental ancient ruins.

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

Located in the centre of the country, Kandy is considered Sri Lanka’s historic and cultural capital. It is crammed full of ancient splendours, glorious architecture, vibrant green spaces, and gorgeous waterways. This ornate complex of temples is one of the most important Buddhist sites in the nation, filled with beautiful carvings, sumptuous artworks, and, yes, the Buddha’s tooth.

Yapahuwa Rock Fortress

Once the ancient capital of the country, Mahawa, in the North Western Province, contains a number of remarkable ancient sites, none more impressive than this former palace and fortress first constructed in 1273. You’ll witness crumbling giant lion sculptures, elaborate stone staircases, temples, a museum housing a number of relics, and amazing views.

Destinations to explore