Best Resorts and Beach Villas for Family Holidays to Sri Lanka
If you unravel the 1,340 Km of tropical coastline that hugs the island of Sri Lanka and stretch it in a row towards the south west, it will overlap the Maldives. Apologies, we’re day dreaming! That’s all 1/3 of the world can do in March 2020 as we quarantine ourselves and ride this Covid-19 pandemic through.
It’s the perfect time to dream.
Close your eyes and think of azure waters, swaying palm tree fringed golden beaches and simply plan ahead. When was the last time you went on a family holiday? Would a summer holiday with family even be possible this year? Stay at home and start researching for the best family resorts for your August family holidays to Sri Lanka and you never know we might all be unwinding by a beach soon. To tide you over, Ayu in the Wild has curated a list of the loveliest and chic luxury hotels and villas to spend your family holiday to Sri Lanka….someday…soon!
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Villa Ambalama – Galle
Rating of Villa Ambalama for a family holiday in Sri Lanka – 7/10. One of the best private luxury villas close to Galle recommended by Ayu in the Wild for a holiday to Sri Lanka with kids. Two of the four suites have day beds suitable for young children to sleep on and cots are available.
Why it’s great for kids?
Villa Ambalama has spacious ocean viewed suites and a secured garden perfect for energetic kids to play around without disturbing other guests. The rare sight of turtles nesting could be observed on the beach right outside the villa. Enjoy family time over board games or even a bit of cricket as the villas offers the required gear. Villa Amabalama Galle does not offer interconnecting suites.
Is it good for Winter family holidays in December and January? – Yes, its perfect!
Is it good for a Summer family holiday in August? The southern beaches are off season in August and Villa Ambalama would be great for a night or two to explore the Galle Fort.
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Apa Villa – Thalpe
Rating of Apa Villa for a family holiday in Sri Lanka – 6/10. Three villas with 7 elegant Suites. Several of the incredibly spacious Suites can be interconnected to make sprawling family friendly accommodation. Never miss an opportunity to watch the tree-climbing coconut plucker at work each morning.
Why it’s great for kids?
Not every place provides you the luxury to enjoy your meals by your bedroom verandah with snippets of ocean views through the hedge and offer lovely kids' menus like Apa Villas Thalpe does. Dip in their infinity pool or take a lazy swing on a hammock, you will enjoy flashes of the blue ocean from anywhere. The spacious rooms at Apa Villa are perfect for families, with the young and old enjoying their private spaces, book nooks and nod- away loungers. The service can be a bit slow at times but that’s just a side note.
Is it good for Winter family holidays in December and January? Yes!
Is it good for a Summer family holiday in August? The beach narrows down to a tiny strip during August as this coast is off season, but the lovely Villa is perfect to explore Galle.
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Taru Villas Mawella – Tangalle
Rating of Taru Villas Mawella for a family holiday in Sri Lanka – 9/10. Dotting the coastline of Tangalle are some wonderful hotels but few pair up privacy and luxury as well as Taru Villas does. It’s 8 suites with easy access to the beautiful turquoise waters of the Mawella, Tangalle Bay are all about plush living with a uniquely authentic Sri Lankan style. The Pool House is ideal for a family of four.
Why it’s great for kids?
If you're looking for a clean, safe beach with gentle waves and soft sand, this is bliss. Explore the beach to see fishermen unloading the catch of the day or even let your kids surf. From local and continental breakfasts to seafood BBQ and kids’ meals, the dining and service are impeccable. Taru Villas Mawella has a high price tag but is matched by the service and stylish ambiance.
Is it good for Winter family holidays in December and January? Absolutely perfect.
Is it good for a Summer family holiday in August? Although some rains can be experienced during this time, the spacious gardens and wide beach makes Taru Villas a perfect add on to an itinerary.
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Sri Sharavi Beach Villas & Spas – Mirissa
Rating of Sri Sharavi for a family holiday in Sri Lanka – 8/10. Four Villas oozing with luxury. Sri Sharavi has been a firm favourite on our Ayu in the Wild family holidays. Each villa has a stylish living and dining space and three rooms. Taking an entire villa is a great option for a larger family or opt for the rooms upstairs if you are traveling with older kids.
Why it’s great for kids?
This is one of those quiet getaways in Mirissa with a fabulously long pool perfect for families. An ideal spot to set off on whale watching adventures. Perfectly equipped for family travelers with car seats, cots, pool toys, mosquito nets and even kids’ cutlery, this is a perfect base for unwinding at the start or end of your family holiday in Sri Lanka. An excellent in-house Spa and morning yoga on the beach are great for adults. There are no interconnecting rooms
Is it good for Winter Family Holidays in December and January? Yes
Is it good for Summer family holidays in August? Not ideal as the southern coast is off season.
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Uga Bay – Pasikuda
Rating of Uga Bay for a family holiday in Sri Lanka – 8/10. Plush, spacious and facing a wide, pristine beachfront Uga Bay is our top pick for the best beach side family holiday in August. The Suite rooms are great for families as it has two bedrooms connected by a living space. The suite has its own private swimming pool / Jacuzzi.
Why it’s great for kids?
Uga Bay’s exquisite suites lets you unwind in style with sumptuous spaces suited to every type of family holiday. Whether you are traveling with small kids or teenagers, the sprawling gardens are perfect for families, and there is easy access to water sports like banana boat rides, snorkeling, jet skiing, and to scuba diving. Spend your mornings in the pool, or on the quiet private beach and you could even enjoy a special dinner served by the beach. The beach side open air cinema is perfect for some late night entertainment.
Is it good for Winter family holidays in December and January? No, the east coast is off season during this period
Is it good for Summer family holidays in August? Just perfect!
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Villa Atulya – Mirissa
Rating of Villa Atulya for a Family Holiday in Sri Lanka – 6/10. Excellent value for money for a holiday with kids. Although not offering direct beach access from the property, the ocean front property has a lovely laid back ambiance, garden space for energetic kids, and lounge areas for quiet family time.
Why it’s great for kids?
The antique furniture lends Villa Atulya the feel of a cosy colonial home serviced by a great team. Enjoy sundowners while the kids frolic in the swimming pool and play around in their garden. Kids can explore marine life by snorkeling in the rock pools at the beach just a few steps outside the villa.
Is it good for Winter Family Holidays in December and January? Yes
Is it good for Summer family holidays in August? Not ideal as the southern coast is off season.
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Cape Weligama – Weligama
Rating of Cape Weligama for a family holiday in Sri Lanka – 9/10. This Relais and Chateaux Resort is the perfect luxury escape with older kids and for discerning families. The high price tag is what you pay for the incredible luxury, service, food and the architectural beauty evoking a Sri Lankan village.
Why it’s great for kids?
Spend your lazy holiday stretched up on your indulgent bed binge watching a great selection of movies while your kids spend their day in the dedicated kids pool and kids club! There’s even a fabulous spa massage service in the comfort of your own room for adults. It’s perfect for large families travelling together since you can be in adjoining villas. Access to the beach is the only downside of this clifftop beach getaway, as one route is steep and the other leads to tiny beach area. However, the range of pools on offer make it ideal for families where, a cluster of 2-3 villas share a pool in addition to the adults only crescent shaped pool with sweeping ocean views and the kids pool. Weligama beach is just a short drive away.
Is it good for Winter Family Holidays in December and January? Yes, this is one of Sri Lanka’s most luxurious beach hotels.
Is it good for Summer family holidays in August? Not ideal as the southern coast is off season but still a great base to explore Galle.
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Coco Tangalle – Tangalle
Rating of Coco Tangalle for a family holiday in Sri Lanka – 8/10. Beautiful, luxurious, relaxing. If you’re searching for a Tangalle beach hotel with the right mix of style, space and cosy comforts Coco Tangalle hits the right note. All children over 8 years are welcome.
Why it’s great for kids?
This gorgeous bohemian chic boutique beach hotel in Tangalle offers the ideal escape for families to just do nothing but relax in the infinity pool enjoying the sweeping Indian Ocean views. Adjacent to the main house of four bedrooms are two interconnected bedrooms ideal for a family holiday. Coco Tangalle is an enclosed space where you can easily keep an eye on your kids. Note: King Coco and the adjoining room have outdoor bathrooms. They are great fun, but the floors get extremely slippery when it rains.
Is it good for Winter Family Holidays in December and January? Yes
Is it good for Summer family holidays in August? No, as the southern beaches are off season.
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Maalu Maalu Resort & Spa – Pasikuda
Rating of Maalu Maalu for a family holiday in Sri Lanka – 7/10
Why it’s great for kids?
Maalu Maalu has its charming wooden chalets with attic and interconnecting rooms that will accommodate families with small kids. Evenings could be spent on the lovely stretch of the beach playing volleyball and other games available at Maalu Maalu or even at their game room, while adults are pampered in the Ayurvedic spa.
Is it good for Winter family holidays in December and January? No
Is it good for Summer family holidays in August? Ideal for a summer family holiday.
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Wild Coast Tented Lodge – Yala
Rating of Wild Coast for a family holiday in Sri Lanka – 9/10. This is family adventure at its best with glamping in Yala. Sri Lanka’s most famed Relais and Chateaux safari lodge offers the dual adventures of wildlife and beach adjacent to Yala National Park. The Family Cocoon Suite is ideal for families with older kids as it offers two suites set about 5 meters away and connected by an open pathway.
Why it’s great for kids?
Located right on the borders of the famous Yala National Park, Wild Coast Tented Lodge is truly a one of a kind experience with wildlife, stunning beaches and luxury all rolled into one. With incredible service, exciting safaris and special attention to dietary requirements of guests, all you need to do is sit back and relax.
Is it good for Winter Family Holidays in December and January? Yes but note the Yala National Park can be crowded between mid December to early January.
Is it good for Summer family holidays in August? While the hotel is wonderful for a visit all year, August is a peak holiday season and the Yala national park can be completely overcrowded.
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Karpaha Sands – Pasikuda
Rating of Karpaha Sands for a Family Holiday in Sri Lanka – 8/10. Roll from your bed to the beach in this arty, light environmental footprint escape on Sri Lanka's famed east coast with dedicated suited designed for families on holiday with older kids.
Why it’s great for kids?
Karpaha Sands is where glamping meets the Palmyra trees. Where kids can enjoy the pristine Kalkudah beach, spend idyllic days in the infinity pool, while away a few hours in the games room or float around on the gentle turquoise waves. Enormous luxuriously furnished safari tents edged by soft sands and set under swaying palms are unique and authentic.
Is it good for Winter family holidays in December and January? No, the east coast beach is off season.
Is it good for Summer family holidays in August? Just perfect!
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Kumu Beach – Balapitiya
Rating of Kumu Beach for a Family Holiday in Sri Lanka – 9/10. A little slice of heaven on the southern coast where you are wowed by everything boutique that Kumu Beach throws at you. The Ocean view Suites a spacious for families with two kids and the beautiful view towards the sea and the manicured lawns won't tempt you to wander far.
Why it’s great for kids?
The chic minimalist style of Kumu Beach is the perfect foil for the warmth of its service. From the child friendly guard at the pool to the Chef who whips up concoctions perfect for young taste buds. Enjoy best views of the sun from their infinity pool and the quiet and uncrowded beach that is easy to access.
Is it good for Winter Family Holidays in December and January? Yes, absolutely perfect.
Is it good for Summer family holidays in August? No
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