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Sri Lanka travel guide

Sri Lanka is an island in the Indian Ocean. Colombo is the first destination in this collection; a wider trip needs enough time for the journey between overnight stops.

Choosing your base in Sri Lanka

Decide which parts of the route deserve more than one night. Compare each hotel with the arrival point and the next day's plans, including any separately arranged transfer.

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Before choosing a room

Check early breakfast and luggage arrangements if you will arrive or depart outside the usual hotel timetable.

Compare the exact room category, including bed layout, cancellation terms and the full stay total. Hotel photographs may show several categories. If a detail matters to you, look for it in the room description or ask the property.

Where guest evidence is available, use it to investigate specific questions about the stay. Read the supporting comments and their dates. A neighbourhood description cannot establish how quiet an individual room will be.

Planning resources

Our stay advice is editorial guidance. Room facilities, transport services and hotel offers can change. Confirm the details for your trip before booking.