“Bask in the sunshine and salty sea air at Satin Doll, a beautiful villa promising luxurious tropical living and charm aplenty. ”
“Bask in the sunshine and salty sea air at Satin Doll, a beautiful villa promising luxurious tropical living and charm aplenty. ”
Hotel Review
Designed by Australian architect Bruce Fell-Smith, Satin Doll is a splendid beach house boasting polished concrete floors, cosy four-poster beds and generous open living spaces adorned with Indian antiques and contemporary artwork. Whether you book the whole house (with space for up to 10 adults and 2 children), or nab just one of the five bedrooms, there’s an intimate, laid-back feel to this stylish property. Lovely rooms offer their own sea-facing terraces, while the outdoor pool is wonderfully inviting – and the attentive team are always on-hand to arrange everything from special culinary requests to private yoga classes. With the Indian Ocean just steps away (and cycle tours, surfing and lively Galle Fort all within easy reach), this is a superb spot to explore – provided you can be tempted beyond the swaying coconut palms of the lush gardens, that is.
Written by Hotel Guru Staff Contributor
Recommended For
- Romantic Break
- An ideal spot for couples who want to relax by the beach and be immersed in a romantic setting
- Families
- Specific family rooms, great beach access and child-friendly menus
- Yoga
- Take a short three-wheeler ride inland to Sri Yoga Shala for energising yoga classes in enchanting jungle surroundings
- Cycling
- Cycle through paddy fields and brightly-painted villages on a guided bicycle tour with Idle Bikes
- Sights nearby
- Explore the boutiques and eateries of historic Galle Fort, just 20 minutes away by three-wheeler
- Great walks
- Stroll along the sand to spot huge turtles at Dalawella Beach, less than a kilometre away
- Close to nightlife
- Party the night away at the buzzing beach bars of ever-popular Unawatuna
- Surfing
- Surf the waves at nearby Kabalana and Ahangama (9km east)
- Restaurant
- The hotel's cooks are trained in both local and international cuisine offering a great range of dishes
- Spa
- The hotel has two treatment rooms and can arrange for a trained therapist to come on-site
- Views
- Amazing views of the Indian Ocean
- Romantic
- Barefoot Luxury
- Family Suites
- Child friendly
- Boutique
- On the beach
Facilities
- Restaurant
- The hotel's cooks are trained in both local and international cuisine offering a great range of dishes
- Spa
- The hotel has two treatment rooms and can arrange for a trained therapist to come on-site
- Views
- Amazing views of the Indian Ocean
- Swimming Pool
- Saltwater pool
- Bicycle hire
- Laundry
- Massage
- Cots available
- Family Suites
- Business Centre
- Air conditioning
- Child friendly
Activities
- Yoga
- Take a short three-wheeler ride inland to Sri Yoga Shala for energising yoga classes in enchanting jungle surroundings
- Cycling
- Cycle through paddy fields and brightly-painted villages on a guided bicycle tour with Idle Bikes
- Sights nearby
- Explore the boutiques and eateries of historic Galle Fort, just 20 minutes away by three-wheeler
- Great walks
- Stroll along the sand to spot huge turtles at Dalawella Beach, less than a kilometre away
- Close to nightlife
- Party the night away at the buzzing beach bars of ever-popular Unawatuna
- Surfing
- Surf the waves at nearby Kabalana and Ahangama (9km east)
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