Residence By Uga Escapes

Situated on hip and happening Park Street, this refurbished 19th century mansion is a perfect jumping-off point to explore Colombo. The lakeside neighbourhood is a firm favourite in the wining and dining stakes and the city's most-visited Buddhist temple, the Gangaramaya Vihara, is a mere stroll away. But despite this uber-central location, the Residence manages to retain an air of tranquility. In fact, we would happily describe it as a haven of peace, albeit a glamorous one! The 11 suites are spacious and incredibly luxurious and all have access to small courtyards. There's even a 15-metre pool to cool off in - and not many central hotels can claim that.