Aliya Resort & Spa

In a minimalist complex in the countryside, this refined remote resort is less than 1 km from the A6 motorway and 14 km from the ancient ruins of Sigiriya.

Relaxed rooms with a modern vibe provide free Wi-Fi, flat-screens and sitting areas, plus minibars, and tea and coffeemaking facilities; some add wooden baths and/or bedrooms on 2nd levels. Chic tents on wood platforms feature verandahs, while suites offer kitchenettes and whirlpool tubs, along with private pools and saunas.

Amenities include 3 polished restaurants, a cafe/bar, and an outdoor infinity pool with Sigiriya views. There’s an Ayurvedic spa, a gym, table tennis and a nightclub.