ANI Sri Lanka

OVERVIEW

Embraced by verdant jungle on an idyllic, palm-fringed beach, ÀNI Sri Lanka welcomes guests to the island’s pristine south coast and offers panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.

Between the market towns of Dickwella to the east and Tallala to the west, just an hour's drive from UNESCO-protected Galle Fort and two hours from a clutch of national parks including Yala and Bundala, ÀNI Sri Lanka is perfectly placed for exploring the south coast's natural, cultural, and historic treasures. Fishermen on stilts are silhouetted at dawn, sacred temples invite contemplation, tea plantations cloak the hillsides in green, and artisans ply their ancient trades, from pottery to lace making, in picturesque villages. ÀNI Sri Lanka's local team takes great pride and pleasure in sharing the region’s many highlights.

Vivid jungle on three sides ensures consummate privacy, while every aspect of the resort's design - from its two infinity swimming pools to its multiple living and dining pavilions - is oriented to maximize ocean views. The property offers direct access to the beach along a sandy pathway that winds through palms and indigenous vegetation.

Inspired by the nature-framing open spaces of Tropical Modernism, two poolside Living Salas - Villa Monara (meaning Peacock) and Villa Divia (meaning Leopard) - feature upstairs and downstairs living and dining areas that include a lounge, wine cellar, bar, library, and an interactive show kitchen.

Alfresco dining can be enjoyed on the terrace, in the five-acre (two hectares) gardens, on the beach, and even in the shallows of the pool.