Lunuganga
Lunuganga is a tranquil retreat just minutes from Bentota, a lively beach town known for its stunning shores and water sports. Set within a serene 15-acre garden, it features beautiful sculptures, frangipani trees, lily ponds, and romantic pavilions with breathtaking lake views. Nearby, explore Balapitiya’s scenic Madu River and Ambalangoda, the heart of Sri Lankan art and culture.
Accommodation
Stay in one of ten unique bedrooms at Lunuganga, each reflecting Geoffrey Bawa's original architectural style while offering modern comforts. Choose from a former gatehouse, a treetop glasshouse, or a romantic studio. No. 5 at Lunuganga, a family-friendly three-bedroom home of batik artist Ena de Silva, is tucked away in a secluded corner of the estate.
The Geoffrey Bawa Suite
Geoffrey Bawa’s former bedroom features a queen-size bed, modern amenities, and antique furnishings. The suite opens to a private courtyard with seating and includes an ensuite bathroom with a bathtub that leads to an outdoor tropical plunge pool, all in the Main House.
Main House Studio
The Main House Studio offers a king-size bed with crisp linens and modern amenities. The bathroom includes a shower and a large porcelain tub, both with palm views. Enjoy a private courtyard for relaxation. This studio is located in the main bungalow.
Gallery Studio
The suite offers a four-poster king-size bed with courtyard views through a glass wall. The granite-floored bathroom features a Victorian tub and rain shower. Ideal for couples and honeymooners, this secluded room is 100 meters from the main house, beyond the Eastern Terrace.
Gate House
The Gate House, on the top floor of a two-storey building, features twin beds that can be combined into a double, Dutch-era antiques, and notable artwork. Alcove windows open to lush surroundings, and the ensuite bathroom includes a rain shower and bathtub. A striking mural by Laki Senanayake adorns the outdoor veranda, located 100 meters from the main bungalow.
Glass House
The Glass House features walls of glass, allowing dappled sunlight and views of swaying trees with endemic birds. Inside, a queen-size four-poster bed and vaulted timber ceiling complement colonial planters' chairs and Dutch antiques. The ensuite bathroom includes a sink and shower. Located 50 meters from the main house.
Cinnamon Hill 1
Cinnamon Hill, one of Geoffrey Bawa’s final additions, features a breezy bedroom that shares an outdoor patio with Cinnamon Hill 2. Closest to the swimming pool, it offers seclusion and includes a king-size bed, modern amenities, and an open-air bathroom for a tropical experience.
Cinnamon Hill 2
This bedroom, along with Cinnamon Hill 1, was a favorite of Geoffrey Bawa’s artistic friends, including Laki Senanayake. It features a king-size bed, modern amenities, and a bathtub. Connected to Cinnamon Hill 1 by a corridor and patio, it’s ideal for couples or families seeking privacy and pool access.
No. 5 Master Suite
This room features a king-size bed, a cozy living area with a sofa, and sunlight from recessed windows with louvered panels. The open-plan bathroom includes a freestanding shower. No. 5 at Lunuganga is a 55-year-old heritage villa, 400 meters from the main house.
No. 5 Guest Suite
The Guest Suite features a king-size bed, terracotta floors, and a galley-style bathroom with a bathtub that opens to a private courtyard with a bookcase and armchair. No. 5 at Lunuganga is a 55-year-old heritage villa, 400 meters from the main house.
No. 5 Ena’s Bedroom
Ena’s Bedroom on the first floor of No. 5 Lunuganga features a king-size platform bed, louvered shades, and antique planters’ chairs. Timber floors and whitewashed walls create a colonial ambiance. No. 5 is a 55-year-old heritage villa, 400 meters from the main house.
Restaurant & Bar
Dining
From egg hoppers and kiribath to mustard fish curry and spicy chili lime coconut sambol, Lunuganga offers a chance to savor some of Sri Lanka's best dishes.
Hotel Services
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Laundry
