“Brimming with his iconic style, De Saram House was created by acclaimed Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa in the 1980s. Characterful guest rooms & cosy nooks with terracotta or polished concrete floors feature handloom textiles, wooden antiques & views to landscaped gardens. A design-led haven.”
“Brimming with his iconic style, De Saram House was created by acclaimed Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa in the 1980s. Characterful guest rooms & cosy nooks with terracotta or polished concrete floors feature handloom textiles, wooden antiques & views to landscaped gardens. A design-led haven.”
Recommended For
- Architectural
- Designed by acclaimed Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa, famed for his tropical modernist style & revamped by Amila de Mel
- Local exploring
- A beautiful Bawa-designed hotel in upmarket Cinnamon Gardens, close to boutiques, galleries, cafes & restaurants
- Romantic Break
- A romantic, adults-only spot for fans of modernist architecture & interiors, with private spaces galore
- Local markets
- The Saturday Good Market, on the edge of Colombo Racecourse, is brilliant for crafts, clothing & organic snacks
- Designer Shopping
- Pick up pieces by Sri Lankan and Indian designers at trendy PR, plus homewares at Urban Island & Paradise Road
- Close to nightlife
- The bars and eateries of lively Park Street Mews are within easy reach, and great fun for an evening out
- Great walks
- Stroll around leafy Viharamahadevi Park, which features a jogging track and art market
- Learning
- Museums
- No restaurant
- Breakfast is served at the dining table each morning, and there are some great restaurants within walking distance
- Artworks
- Works by the '43 Group are displayed throughout the house, part of the De Saram family's private collection
- Historic
- Two townhouses restored by Bawa in 1986, now turned into a charming boutique B&B
- Owner managed
- Run by the Lunuganga Trust on behalf of the De Saram family
- Restrictions on children
- Designer
- Sit-out Terrace
- Barefoot Luxury
- Full of character
- Lively area
- Contemporary
- Townhouse
- B&B
- Boutique
- Chic
- Antiques
- Quirky
- Retro/Vintage
- Traditional
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Charming
- Luxury
- Intimate
- Romantic
- Quiet
- Less £
Facilities
- No restaurant
- Breakfast is served at the dining table each morning, and there are some great restaurants within walking distance
- Garden
- Landscaped gardens
- Internet
- No pets
- Private dining room
- Restrictions on children
- Outdoor dining
- Parking
- Walking distance restaurants
- Sit-out Terrace
- Laundry
- Adult Only
- Sitting Room
- Suites
- Airport transfer
- Concierge
- Wifi
- Air conditioning
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
Activities
- Local markets
- The Saturday Good Market, on the edge of Colombo Racecourse, is brilliant for crafts, clothing & organic snacks
- Designer Shopping
- Pick up pieces by Sri Lankan and Indian designers at trendy PR, plus homewares at Urban Island & Paradise Road
- Close to nightlife
- The bars and eateries of lively Park Street Mews are within easy reach, and great fun for an evening out
- Theatre
- Catch a performance at the fantastic Lionel Wendt Theatre, which also hosts regular exhibitions
- Great walks
- Stroll around leafy Viharamahadevi Park, which features a jogging track and art market
- Learning
- Museums
Map & Location
What's Nearby
Other Reviews
AD takes an exclusive first look at De Saram House
"Art, music and the architect’s signature style come together in the De Saram house, recently revamped by architect Amila de Mel, on behalf of the Geoffrey Bawa Trust."
Originally published by Architectural Digest
A Masterpiece of Architectural Brilliance
"In the realm of architectural wonders, the De Saram House by Geoffrey Bawa stands as a testament to the visionary brilliance that defines Sri Lankan architecture."
Originally published by Rethinking the Future
