Boutique Sri Lanka
For curious first-timers. An alternative take on a more intimate Sri Lanka. Effortlessly, atmospheric boutique hotels and experiences.
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Tucked away in one of Colombo's most exclusive
neighbourhoods, the Ishq Villa is a hidden gem offering a taste of old-world
charm and a calm sanctuary within the bustle of the city.
Originally a family home, the villa was designed by a
student of the late architect Geoffrey Bawa. Its decor blends Sri Lankan,
Dutch, and British influences to create a grand yet relaxed and peaceful
atmosphere. The building is set around a beautiful garden and courtyard with
two suites on the ground floor and two much larger suites on the first floor.
Each room is uniquely designed and decorated with meticulous attention to
detail, creating a comfortable, relaxed environment.
The villa can be rented as a whole or by the room, with a maximum capacity of 10 people. Even with every room occupied, a stay at Ishq will never feel busy due to its size and layout. In addition to the garden, there are several communal areas throughout the property, including two living rooms, a swimming pool, a dining area, and rooftop verandahs - plenty of places to find peace and quiet or to socialise with your party or other guests.
Whether you're hoping to relax by the pool and enjoy the
gardens or have a base for exploring the city's vibrant streets, Ishq Colombo
provides a unique and memorable experience for the more discerning traveller.
Villa - The 'Villa' is a similar concept to the 'holiday home' in Europe, with some key differences. Our villas in Asia are always fully staffed with cooking and service provided for you. Staff will generally cook meals to your specification and purchase food and drink for you at cost price. They are generally pretty smart and luxurious too and feel in many ways like a small private hotel. Nonetheless, your villa is still effectively a home and therefore you cannot expect the same level of training, English speaking or slickness that you might expect from a hotel at a similar cost. As the owners are not generally holiday professionals we cannot guarantee the quality of a villa matches expectations in a way we can with hotels. That said, the personal local touch means villas are generally much more friendly and interactive than hotels and have much to recommend them. The privacy and space makes them wonderful for families, groups of friends or couples looking for privacy and relaxation.
Include this hotel as part of your Experience Travel Holiday of a lifetime.
Here are some popular holidays including this hotel or we can create a tailor made holiday, crafted for you.
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