Great — here are luxury places to stay in Sri Lanka grouped by the kind of holiday you want, with one standout hotel/resort in each area and a short note on why it’s special. I’ve included sources so you can check facilities, locations and booking details.

Beach & surf (south and southwest coast)

• Cape Weligama (Weligama) — cliff-top villas, dramatic infinity pools, strong food and activities (whale watching, village excursions); excellent for a high-end beach stay close to surf spots and Galle. (resplendentceylon.com)
• Amanwella (Tangalle) — small, very-private Aman resort with pool-front suites and understated luxury right on a quiet beach (great for couples). (aman.com)

Galle & boutique-colonial charm

• Amangalla (Galle Fort) — a restored colonial hotel inside UNESCO-listed Galle Fort; superb if you want history, walkable streets, and refined service. (aman.com)
• Kahanda Kanda (near Koggala/Galle) — intimate boutique villas set on tea-fringed gardens with private plunge pools and an emphasis on design and food. (kkcollection.com)

Hill country & tea-country luxury (cooler climate, scenic terraces)

• Ceylon Tea Trails (Hatton/Nuwara Eliya area) — restored planter bungalows on tea estates, private-service bungalow stays, ideal for a slow, romantic highland experience. (resplendentceylon.com)
• Heritance Kandalama (near Dambulla/Sigiriya) — Geoffrey Bawa–designed resort integrated into the jungle/rockscape — dramatic architecture and location for cultural sightseeing. (heritancehotels.com)

Cultural triangle / eco-luxury

• Jetwing Vil Uyana (Sigiriya) — eco-luxury dwellings set in recreated wetlands and paddy-fields; great for combining wildlife, peace and visits to Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa. (jetwinghotels.com)

Safari & wild coast (Yala / southeast)

• Uga Chena Huts (Yala) — private pool “huts” on the edge of Yala National Park, tailor-made safaris and intimate wildlife-focused service. (ugaescapes.com)

East coast (islands, coral reefs, quieter beaches)

• Uga Jungle Beach (Trincomalee / Kuchchaveli) — secluded beach resort with diving, Pigeon Island trips and a quieter eastern-coast experience (best in different months to the south coast). (ugaescapes.com)

Unique private-villa options / island-hopping

• Uga Ulagalla (Anuradhapura area) — all-pool villas set across a large private property, with possibilities for helicopter transfers and very private stays. (ugaescapes.com)

Quick planning tips

• Combine regions: typical luxury itineraries mix 10–12 nights — e.g., Colombo (1) → Cultural triangle/Sigiriya (2) → Hill country (2–3) → South coast (3–4) → Yala or east-coast add-on (2).
• Best seasons: south & west coast = December–April (peak beach); east coast = May–September for calmer seas. (Check the property pages for seasonal offers and current closures.)
• Transfers: many luxury hotels offer private transfers and some (e.g., Ulagalla) can arrange helicopter pick-ups; domestic flights/charters reduce road time for shorter trips. (ugaescapes.com)

If you want, I can:

• Recommend a 7-, 10- or 14-night luxury itinerary with exact hotels and travel times; or
• Check availability and current rates for a specific hotel and dates (I can search those for you).

Which type of luxury holiday are you imagining (beach relaxation, surfing, wildlife/safari, tea-country retreat, or a mix)?