Family Holidays to Sri Lanka

AVANI Kalutara Resort sits tucked between palm trees and white sands where the Kalu Ganga River joins the Indian Ocean. Spend sunny days in and beside the water as you try out new watersports, paddle along the river or lounge beside the sparkling swimming pool.

Retreat to Anantara Tangalle Peace Haven Resort, a five star resort boasting a unique location on a rocky outcrop on the south coast of Sri Lanka. Guests can look forward to a secluded getaway that's as active or as relaxed as they wish with bicycles for hire and luxurious treatments at the Anantara Spa.

A stylish blend of traditional and contemporary design, Cinnamon Bentota Beach draws influence from renowned Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa and delivers tropical vibes with its iconic beach location on strip known as the ‘Gold Coast’. Entertainment is a mix of welcomed relaxation – whether it’s lazy days beside the pool or in the spa – and cultural immersion with excursions to the local area and an on-site Artisan Village hosting pottery, coconut leaf art and drumming workshops.

At Haritha Village and Spa your personal villa master or butler can arrange for you to go and see turtles hatching, head off surfing, and many other forms of personalised excursion. There is also Sri Lanka’s stunning scenery to explore, and the colonial charm of nearby Galle Fort. However, the level of luxury and service at the resort is so remarkable it can be hard to leave. Villas here are huge and all have a private pool, while the two mansions are both more than 450 square metres. There is personal service for all guests, even the dining is catered specifically to your tastes and needs. However, the one thing you will have to do for yourself is decide what to do with your days: Stay and enjoy the luxury, head out and explore - or perhaps both.

Set directly on the beach, Cinnamon Bey Beruwala mixes contemporary living, innovative dining and amazing hospitality. A large resort spread throughout lush, tropical gardens, you’ll find plenty to keep you entertained from daily live music and multiple swimming pools to land-based activities, while a selection of watersports are available a short 10 minute drive away in Bentota.

If you’re feeling torn between an All Inclusive luxury beach holiday and a safari experience in Sri Lanka, look no further, because Uga Chena Huts brings you the best of both worlds. Just 14 boutique cabins are scattered between the lush vegetation here, each with a private plunge pool and a rustic-chic design that blends into its surround. At Uga Chena Huts you are right on the coastline too, with a sandy beach and access to Yala National Park at your fingertips.

Tucked away in its own mini nature reserve with butterfly walks and birdlife, scenic cycling trails and an on-site lake, you can really immerse yourself to nature at Cinnamon Lodge Habarana. From yoga amongst the trees to massage treatments in the spa, dining on Sri Lankan cuisine by the lake or simply enjoying the garden views from your private patio, there is always an air of calm at this resort. And, as tempting as it is to spend your days unwinding around the grounds, Cinnamon Lodge Habarana is just moments from the highlights of the Cultural Triangle, too.

With easy access to the wildlife spotting, safaris and night drives found throughout Yala National Park and surrounding wilderness, Cinnamon Wild Yala is perfectly placed to fully explore this verdant region on the Sri Lankan coast. Though the resort itself lets the landscape do the talking, you’ll still find plenty of creature comforts here in the form of a lagoon-style swimming pool, rooftop bar and well-equipped chalets.

Relax by the beach at this seaside resort, with a convenient location just ten minutes drive from the historic city of Galle with its iconic landmarks including the Galle Dutch Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Relax beside the lagoon-style swimming pool and indulge in invigorating treatments at the spa while little guests let off steam at the kids’ club.

Contemporary and stylish, The Blue Water is set in a truly beautiful location across two white sand beaches lapped by the Indian Ocean at the northwest tip of the island. Friendly and helpful staff, Sri Lankan cuisine, a soothing spa, and elegantly styled rooms all ensure an effortlessly laidback stay.