Great — here are top boutique hotels across Sri Lanka that are known for especially memorable, unique stays. I’ve grouped them by region and included the standout reason to stay and a source you can check for details and booking.

South coast (beach & cliffs)

• Cape Weligama (Weligama) — cliff-top “village” of villas with dramatic ocean views, private coves, surf access and Relais & Châteaux service — ideal for beach, surf and food-focused stays. (theluxevoyager.com)
• Taprobane Island (private islet off Weligama) — an intimate neo‑Palladian villa on a tiny private island (only a few bedrooms) — great for romancing, privacy and photographic drama. (srilankanselect.com)

South & southeast (forts, reefs, wildlife)

• Chena Huts by Uga Escapes (near Yala) — stylish, elevated “huts” with private plunge pools and direct access to Yala National Park safaris — great for combining boutique comfort with wildlife viewing. (supertravelr.com)
• The Fortress Resort & Spa (Galle) — contemporary boutique‑style resort with distinctive architecture next to Galle Fort and beach access — good for combining heritage sightseeing and seaside luxury. (tourismsrilanka.org)

Cultural Triangle & central lowlands

• Heritance Kandalama (Dambulla / Cultural Triangle) — Geoffrey Bawa–inspired architecture built into the rockface, overlooking the lake and Sigiriya—one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic eco/architectural hotels. Excellent as a base for Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa. (southasiantravelawards.com)
• Ulagalla by Uga Escapes (Anuradhapura / Thirappane) — restored 150‑year‑old mansion converted into private villas with large gardens, cycling and offbeat village experiences — great for slow, private stays in the Cultural Triangle. (supertravelr.com)

Hill country (tea country & cool highlands)

• Ceylon Tea Trails (Hatton / Nuwara Eliya region) — five restored planters’ bungalows across a working tea estate (Relais & Châteaux) offering butler service and tea‑estate immersion — perfect for tea lovers and scenic hiking. (kuoni.co.uk)
• The Wallawwa (near Colombo airport / Negombo hinterland) — a restored colonial manor with large gardens and intimate, individually styled rooms — great for the first or last night, or a quiet country‑house stay. (remotelands.com)

Wellness, design and boutique hideaways

• Santani Wellness Resort (near Kandy / hilltop) — architecturally striking wellness retreat focused on Ayurveda, meditation and nature, with minimalist villas and strong design credentials — ideal for wellness escapes. (wallpaper.com)
• Saman Villas (Bentota) — Sri Lanka’s pioneering boutique hotel (intimate suites, private pools, sunset views) and long‑standing favorite on the southwest coast. Good for private, classic boutique beach stays. (en.wikipedia.org)

Quick practical tips

• Regions: pick hotels that match your itinerary rhythm — southern coast for beaches/surf, Yala for safaris, Cultural Triangle for temples, hill country for tea and cooler weather. (tourismsrilanka.org)
• Booking: many of these properties are small (few villas/rooms) and fill up in high season (Dec–Mar and mid‑July to August); book well in advance for peak months. (travelmail.in)
• Transfers: factor in road travel times (coast ⇄ hill country can be several hours); internal flights/helicopter transfers are available for some properties but add cost. (hotel sites will list transfer options). (theluxevoyager.com)

If you’d like, I can:

• Narrow this to a specific region (e.g., south coast only), or
• Build a sample 10‑ to 14‑day route that links 3–5 of these hotels (with travel times and ideal number of nights), or
• Check current rates/availability for any 2–3 properties and give booking links.

Which would help you most?