Boutique lofts, UnawatunaLoft living.
Loft living.
Island pace.
Crittall-framed lofts, terrazzo baths and an infinity pool on ten acres of paddy and jungle.
Stylishly nostalgic, yet contemporaryA little colonial.
A little colonial.
Entirely tropical.
After thirty years of flying the world, a pilot built the retreat he had never found. A place of steel windows, hand-made teak and room to slow down.
Set among the rice fields of Heenatigala, Miss Ceylon brings loft living to Sri Lanka's south coast. Spend the day by the infinity pool, then retreat to a terrazzo bath in your own space.
Meet Miss Ceylon
10acres of paddy, garden and jungle
1,500 Lterrazzo bathtubs, big enough for two
9.6Exceptional from 41 guest reviews
30 minto Galle Fort and the south coast
The Lofts
Rooms with double-height skies.
Three loft styles, each with floor-to-ceiling steel windows, a terrazzo bath and furniture made by hand in teak.
“There is no corner here that does not make a beautiful photograph.”
A day at Miss Ceylon moves at paddy-field pace.
Early morning
Yoga above the paddies
Classes with experienced instructors on the pool deck, as mist lifts off the rice fields.
Late morning
Breakfast, unhurried
Tropical fruit, island curries and good coffee at the long table in the dining hall.
Afternoon
The infinity pool
Pink umbrellas, striped loungers and nothing between you and the jungle but a field of rice.
Dusk
A spa ritual in your loft
A couples massage, then a bath of oils and petals in your terrazzo tub by candlelight.
After dark
Fire on the lawn
On select evenings, traditional dancers bring fire and drums to the garden.
Dinner under rattan chandeliers.
A double-height hall with a long communal table, open to the rice fields. Island breakfasts, rice and curry on banana leaf, and candlelit dinners cooked around every diet.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
- Dairy-free
Guest reviews
Guest reviews
9.6
Exceptional, 41 reviews on Booking.com
- 9.9Staff
- 9.7Cleanliness
- 9.5Location
- 9.5Comfort
- 9.5Facilities
“An absolutely exceptional experience from start to finish.”
“Every corner is set up with a special taste, and it looks even better than the pictures.”
“What truly sets this place apart is the exceptional hospitality of the staff and team.”
“The perfect interior, the details, paintings, dishes and lighting. Even beautiful cars for photos and pink bicycles.”
“So relaxing, charming and stylish. We felt exclusive service during our entire stay.”
“The hotel is a true work of art. There is no corner that does not make a beautiful photograph.”
“Beautiful, very well designed and peaceful. The rooms are spacious, clean and equipped with everything you need.”
From the paddies to the coast.
A short tuk-tuk ride from Unawatuna beach, with Galle Fort, surf breaks and whale watching close by.
Within 30 minutes
- Galle FortUNESCO old town with colonial streets, boutiques and cafes for every budget.
- Unawatuna BeachA short tuk-tuk ride for swimming, snorkelling and sunset drinks.
- Koggala LakeA boat ride to the island temple, with monkeys along the shore.
- Surf breaksBreaks for every level, surf schools and Ahangama's beach clubs.
Within an hour
- MirissaMirissa Hill, Parrot Rock and snorkelling off Pigeon Island.
- Tea and cinnamonFactory tours and tastings of two iconic island crops.
- AyurvedaTraditional wellness treatments at nearby centres.
Within two hours
- Sinharaja RainforestA UNESCO rainforest reserve with guided hikes.
- UdawalaweElephant safaris in one of the island's best national parks.
- Hiriketiya BayA horseshoe bay for swimming, surfing and slow afternoons.
- Ella and Nine Arch BridgeHill country views and the famous colonial viaduct.
Every corner, composed.
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