Great — here are carefully selected boutique hotels & small wellness retreats in Sri Lanka that are especially well suited to stress relief, digital detox and detoxification (Ayurveda/Panchakarma). For each I note where it is, the kinds of detox/wellness programs offered, what makes it stand out, and who it’s best for so you can choose quickly.

Top picks (shortlist)

1. Santani Wellness Resort (Kandy / Hill country)

• Why go: Award‑winning eco‑wellness resort built for mindfulness and digital detox; offers tailored Ayurveda programs plus yoga, meditation and silence-focused packages. Rooms are minimalist villas with strong nature immersion and private plunge pools. Best for: people wanting a mountain-based, physician-guided detox + digital disconnection. (hidmc.com)

2. Sen Wellness Sanctuary (Rekawa / south coast)

• Why go: Small, boutique clinical-wellness approach founded by a doctor — blends Ayurveda with osteopathy, acupuncture, sound healing and recovery-focused programs. Beachside setting, longer immersive stays available. Best for: guests seeking medically informed holistic programs and a calm coastal environment. (wellnesswarriorshealth.com)

3. Barberyn Ayurveda Resorts (Barberyn Reef / Beruwala and Weligama properties)

• Why go: Long-established, traditional Ayurveda centers with full Panchakarma and physician-supervised detox plans, daily yoga and simple nourishing cuisine; beachfront locations with open-air treatment pavilions. Best for: people wanting authentic, medically supervised Ayurvedic detox (Panchakarma) in a boutique/resort setting. (hidmc.com)

4. Heritance Ayurveda Maha Gedara (Beruwala / west coast)

• Why go: Dedicated Ayurveda resort focused entirely on traditional therapies (Abhyanga, Shirodhara, Panchakarma), daily doctor consultation and customized diet plans; riverside/beachside calm. Best for: travelers seeking an immersive, authentic Ayurveda detox program in a single-purpose retreat. (board.lk)

5. Ulpotha (Embogama / interior — eco Ayurvedic village)

• Why go: Seasonal, low‑tech retreat built around Sri Lankan village life and authentic Ayurveda + yoga; off‑grid experience (limited electricity/Wi‑Fi), meaningful immersion in herbal food, daily practices and quiet. Best for: people wanting deep digital detox and a “reset” in a rustic, nature-first environment. (hidmc.com)

Also-very-good (if you want beach + wellness or boutique luxury with programs)

• Jetwing Ayurveda Pavilions (Negombo) — modern villas, on-site Ayurvedic doctors and organic herbs; good for first-time Panchakarma or short detoxs. (board.lk)
• Ulagalla by Uga Escapes (Anuradhapura area) — luxury boutique villas with wellness & Ayurvedic treatments in a serene inland estate; good when you want privacy + gentle detox. (rofi.lk)
• Tri Lanka / small boutique retreats (Weligama area) — contemporary small properties offering yoga, Pilates and Ayurvedic treatments for lighter detox and stress relief. (rofi.lk)

How to choose the right property (quick guide)

• Want medically supervised Panchakarma (intensive detox)? Choose an established Ayurveda center with on-site doctors (Barberyn, Heritance, Siddhalepa-type properties). (hidmc.com)
• Want a digital detox + mountain mindfulness? Santani is designed for silence, minimalism and nature immersion. (hidmc.com)
• Want a clinical + integrative approach (osteopathy, acupuncture + Ayurveda)? Consider Sen Wellness Sanctuary. (wellnesswarriorshealth.com)
• Want off-grid, authentic village-style reset? Ulpotha offers seasonal, rustic immersion. (hidmc.com)

Practical tips for booking and preparing

• Length: True Panchakarma/detox programs are typically 7–21 days to be effective; shorter stays deliver relaxation but limited physiological detox. (hidmc.com)
• Medical screening: Expect a pre-arrival health questionnaire and in-person consultation with an Ayurvedic physician for tailored plans. (board.lk)
• Food: Most detox programs include vegetarian, dosha-aligned meals — tell the resort of any allergies or medical meds in advance. (hidmc.com)
• Seasonality & availability: Some eco-retreats (e.g., Ulpotha) are seasonal and small properties fill quickly — book 2–4 months ahead for peak season (Dec–Mar southern coast, Sep–Nov off-peak in hill country). (hidmc.com)

If you’d like, I can:

• Build a 7–14 day detox itinerary (what to expect daily: consultations, treatments, yoga, meals, light excursions).
• Compare price ranges, best travel months, or check current availability for any one of these properties (I’ll look up current rates/availability and include bookings links if you want). Note: checking live availability/rates will require confirming dates — tell me when you’d like to travel.

Would you like a focused itinerary for one of these (e.g., a 10‑day Panchakarma at Barberyn or a 7‑day digital detox at Santani)?