Luxury Family Hotels in Sri Lanka that don't compromise on style
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Galle Face Hotel Colombo
Something about its warmly lit archways and historic grandeur awes every traveler to Sri Lanka. Located in the heart of the commercial capital within easy reach of all the must do things in Colombo, the iconic Galle Face Hotel has been loved by celebrity visitors to the island. Ranked as one of the best family hotels in Colombo, this beautiful luxury beach escape offers the perfect dose of sea breeze and sunshine filled open spaces; interconnecting suites and curated menus with kids’ portions. The Galle Face High Tea is an elegant affair. Sunset drinks, a must and the saltwater pool ideal for families with older kids.
Top Unusual Things To Do From Galle Face Hotel Colombo with Family
• Book a Colombo City and street-food Walk with an intriguing Ayu in the Wild guide through the alleyways of Old Colombo. Listen to stories of the sights, sounds and smells of Colombo’s vibrant streets, learn about the "Everyday Lives of Everyday Sri Lankans" and taste a mix of street food.
• Take a tuk-tuk ride to zip in and out of some quirky shops that also offer cafés ideal for kids, Visit the Dutch Hospital Precincts, Odel, Paradise Road and the Barefoot Store.
• Enjoy a High Tea experience and cap it with an unforgettable sunset overlooking the spectacular Indian ocean to the tune of bagpipes heralding the lowering of the national flag. Just the perfect start to your Sri Lanka Family Holiday.
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Ulagalla Anuradhapura
No one does luxury better than the family friendly Ulagalla Resort. Located on the doorstep of Sri Lanka’s first Royal Kingdom Anuradhapura, this sprawling Uga Escape flagship is an ideal first stop on our itineraries touching the North and Jaffna. Acres of green envelope the 25 luxury villas with private pools and there’s even a fabulous family villa. Monkeys frolic on the trees, peacocks steal a sip from the pool, and it has something for everyone on their Sri Lanka family holiday. For kids there’s village cycle rides and archery while moms and dads can de-stress with spa and yoga.
Fun Things to do from Ulagalla Wallawwa, Anuradhapura
• The Jungle Farmer’s Foodie tour, an exciting farm to table experience with Ayu in the Wild learning about jungle farming lifestyles and a delicious lunch following a fun cook-like-the-locals experience.
• A guided sunset tour with Ayu in the Wild’s top family friendly cultural guide who knows the secret nooks of the stunning sacred city of Anuradhapura. The 2400-year-old Archaeological ruins are a highlight of Sri Lanka’s World Heritage Sites and one of the best places to visit in Sri Lanka with family.
• Privately Guided Junior Ranger Wildlife Safaris for kids in Wilpattu National Park. Learn to be Nature Rangers, earn your Ranger credits on animal identification and alarm calls, how to follow spoor, and make kids think about how people and animals crave for water, food and space on a tiny island.
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