Great — here are romantic places to stay in Sri Lanka organized by mood (beach, hill-country, culture/wildlife, offbeat) with recommended types of accommodation, example properties, timing and practical tips so you can pick what fits you best.

Key travel timing (important): Sri Lanka has two monsoon seasons — the southwest (affects south & west coast, best Nov–Apr) and the northeast (affects east coast, best May–Oct). Time your trip to avoid the relevant monsoon for the coast you choose. (thetimes.co.uk)

1. Cliff‑top / luxury beach romance — dramatic ocean views and private villas

• Where: Weligama / Mirissa / Galle coastline (south & southwest). Best for sunsets, private plunge‑pool villas, cliffside dinners. (ceylonlanka.info)
• Example stays:
  • Cape Weligama — cliff villas, private pools, candlelit dinners and a very private vibe. (HIDMC.com)
  • Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle — secluded beach villas, spa, good for quiet luxury and turtle‑watching nearby. (ceylonlanka.info)
• When to go: Nov–Apr for calm seas on the south coast. (thetimes.co.uk)

2. Hill‑country & tea‑estate romance — cool air, colonial bungalows, misty views

• Where: Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Hatton/Tea Trails region. Think cozy fireplaces, plantation walks, train journeys between tea hills. (HoneymoonGuideSriLanka.com)
• Example stays:
  • Ceylon Tea Trails (private restored bungalows on a tea estate) — intimate, butler service, scenic walks. (HIDMC.com)
  • Boutique colonial hotels in Nuwara Eliya or small guesthouses in Ella for spectacular valley views and photo‑perfect train rides. (HoneymoonGuideSriLanka.com)
• When to go: generally pleasant year‑round; coolest June–August nights.

3. Cultural + eco romance — UNESCO sites, lakes & private eco‑villas

• Where: Sigiriya / Dambulla / Kandy and surrounding wetlands. Combines cultural day trips with secluded accommodation. (ceylonlanka.info)
• Example stays:
  • Jetwing Vil Uyana (Sigiriya) — eco‑luxury water villas among wetlands and paddy, very private atmosphere. (ceylonlanka.info)
  • Diyabubula (art & jungle hideaway near Dambulla) — tiny boutique villas surrounded by art gardens for a very intimate stay. (en.wikipedia.org)

4. Jungle + safari romance — tented luxury + beach combinations

• Where: Yala / Bundala area (safari) often combined with a southern beach stay. A night in luxury tents followed by a private beach villa is a memorable combo. (ceylonlanka.info)
• Example stays:
  • Wild Coast Tented Lodge (near Yala) — romantic luxury tents where you can combine safari drives with ocean time. (ceylonlanka.info)

5. Historic / cobbled‑street romance — Galle Fort & boutique hotels

• Where: Galle Fort (UNESCO) — charming colonial streets, rooftop dinners, boutique hotels inside the fort. Great for couples who like culture + beach. (HoneymoonGuideSriLanka.com)
• Example stays:
  • Amangalla (inside Galle Fort) — historic suites, antique charm and slow, romantic strolls on the ramparts. (HIDMC.com)

Practical tips for a romantic trip

• Combine two contrasting stays: e.g., 3–4 nights in the hill country (tea bungalows/rail journey) + 4–5 nights on the southern coast (cliff or beach villa). This gives variety and a “honeymoon” rhythm. (HIDMC.com)
• Private experiences to request: sunset cruise (Mirissa/Weligama), private cliff or beach dinner, couple’s Ayurvedic spa, tea‑estate picnic, private safari drive. Many luxury properties will tailor these. (ceylonlanka.info)
• Transport: scenic train routes (Kandy → Ella) are famously romantic but book 1st‑class or private compartments for comfort; for door‑to‑door convenience hire a private driver between regions. (HoneymoonGuideSriLanka.com)
• Book early for peak season (Nov–Mar for south & west); boutique properties and villas can sell out for honeymoons and anniversaries. (thetimes.co.uk)

If you want, I can:

• Suggest a 7–10 day sample itinerary matching one of the moods above (e.g., “luxury cliff + tea‑estate + safari”), or
• Find current availability and rates for 2–3 specific hotels you like (I’ll check exact dates and prices).

Which style sounds best to you — cliffside beach, tea‑estate hills, wildlife + beach, or historic Galle charm?