Ensconced by lush foliage on the banks of Lake Koggala, Tri Lanka is unique in every sense of the word. Designed to mimic the shape of a spiral shell, Tri places great import on wellness and reconnecting with nature. The resort was created with hefty eco-credentials including living walls, roof gardens of dwarf bamboo, and villas built with 100% recycled wood. Dotted across the impressive hillside property, you'll find a secluded yoga venue in a glade of trees and utterly private villas with idyllic lake views. Explore the lake by boat, visiting scenic islands and watching out for flashes of birdlife as you glide by.
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The main house feels creative and fresh with polished wooden columns and recessed lounge beds at the bar, plus views of the shimmering pool. In the dining room or out on the sunny terrace, enjoy Sri Lankan fusion food on handmade crockery. Breakfast is also a treat with the likes of curd ice cream! Ensconced by pockets of trees, you'll find the serene yoga shala and just next door, the library has wide windows and plush furnishings. Decorated in cool, white terrazzo walls and bubbling water features, the spa offers Ayurvedic and more international treatments.
Perhaps Tri's most unusual offering are the Watch Tower Rooms, which are smaller than the suites but have amazing views from the rooftop deck. The villas blend with nature thanks to walls lined with cinnamon wood and the interiors are a cocoon of stylish, muted decor punctuated by pops of yellow. The floors and doors were crafted from recycled jak wood and each villa comes with a king-size bed, bright bathrooms with a deep tub and tons of windows to let in the light. A number of villas also have plunge pools to make the most of your privacy - and we mean private!
Follow your nose from the gates of Tri into the countryside on a bicyle or join your guide for a longer meander along the coast. Hop aboard the resort's dhoni boat for a sail across the lake to visit Cinnamon Island and enjoy an aromatic cup of tea. On a stroll across the grounds, you could see anything from tiny sunbirds to purple-faced langur and the very cute viverrid. Up your skills in the kitchen with a cooking class where you'll enter the world of Sri Lanka's curries, then enjoy your spoils for lunch!
Everything! Tri Lanka has a special touch, from its quiet and beautiful surrounds to the stunning facilities. Trust us, you won't want to leave.
There's some truly eye-catching birdlife so be sure to give yourself time to sit and spot as many as you can including the Great Hornbill with its coat of black and gold.
The resort keeps things eco-friendly, which means there are a few usual facilities that the rooms lack like a minibar, TV and tea/coffee facilities. There is air-con though!
Hotel Tri can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Sri Lanka trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Sri Lanka trips featuring Hotel Tri or get advice and suggestions from one of our Sri Lanka specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at Hotel Tri start from around $190, or US$190, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.
A heady, cinnamon-scented lake near Galle where modern stresses take a firm back seat.
