Here are some of Sri Lanka’s best luxury hotels and resorts (top picks by region), with a short note on what makes each special so you can pick by experience you want.

Colombo (city/urban luxury)

• Galle Face Hotel — Iconic colonial seafront hotel in Colombo with historic charm and strong service; a frequent readers’-choice pick. (timeout.com)
• Taj Samudra — Longstanding five‑star seafront hotel in central Colombo, good for business and luxury city stays. (en.wikipedia.org)

South Coast & Beachfront (luxury seaside resorts)

• Cape Weligama — Dramatic cliff-top villas and suites with ocean views, private pools and strong fine‑dining experiences; one of the signature luxury properties on the south coast. (cntraveller.in)
• Saman Villas (Bentota) — Intimate boutique villa resort with private/pool suites and excellent personalized service; a long‑standing Sri Lankan luxury favourite. (en.wikipedia.org)

Galle & Southern Heritage

• Amangalla (Galle Fort) — Ultra‑luxury property inside the UNESCO Galle Fort that combines heritage architecture with Aman standards of calm and service. Great for history and exclusivity. (en.wikipedia.org)
• Galle Face Hotel (also listed under Colombo) — historic seafront landmark with colonial atmosphere (often appears on regional “best” lists). (timeout.com)

Tea Country / Hill Country (unique luxury in the highlands)

• Ceylon Tea Trails (Ella / Hatton area) — Award‑winning, ultra‑exclusive tea‑plantation bungalows set in the highlands; repeatedly ranked among the best resorts in “Rest of Asia.” Ideal for tea‑country immersion and privacy. (resplendentceylon.com)
• The Kandy House — Small, heritage manor‑style luxury hotel near Kandy with villa privacy, antique interiors and a tranquil garden setting. (thetimes.co.uk)

New/Integrated Luxury (large new openings & integrated resorts)

• Nüwa / City of Dreams Sri Lanka — New flagship luxury integrated resort offering panoramic ocean suites, high‑end dining and entertainment (casino/resort complex); aimed at top‑tier international luxury travellers. (cntraveller.in)

Other notable luxury names often recommended

• Amanwella — small Aman beach resort (popular for understated luxury and privacy). (en.wikipedia.org)
• Jetwing and Resplendent Ceylon properties — the Resplendent (Ceylon) portfolio (including Ceylon Tea Trails and newer hotels like Kayaam House / Ahu Bay) and Jetwing’s flagship properties frequently appear on regional “best” lists and awards. (traveltalkasia.com)

Quick tips for choosing

• For colonial charm and city access: Galle Face Hotel or Taj Samudra (Colombo).
• For cliff‑top/romantic beach villas: Cape Weligama or Amanwella.
• For a unique tea‑country luxury experience: Ceylon Tea Trails.
• For heritage inside Galle Fort: Amangalla.
• If you want the newest integrated luxury (gaming, entertainment, big‑resort vibe): Nüwa / City of Dreams Sri Lanka.

If you’d like, I can:

• Narrow this to one region (Colombo, South Coast, Hill Country, East Coast) and give 3–5 options with expected price ranges and how to book; or
• Check current availability or rates for specific dates at any of these properties.