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Lunuganga

4.0 of 5
Dedduwa Lake, Bentota, Sri Lanka
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Lunuganga
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India
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43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013

Lunuganga is truly a hidden gem. Close to the beaches of Bentota, it is the best that Sri Lanka has to offer in terms of beauty, serenity and service. Those interested in architecture and landscape design may want to read up on this lifelong experiment of Geoffrey Bawa. We stayed at Cinnamon Hill house, built in the characteristic style of... More

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Sydney, Australia
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4 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

Lunuganga is so much more than accommodation. It is an experience that satisfies on many levels - aesthetic, intellectual and spiritual. To visit this special place is to feel like a privileged guest gaining a glimpse into the private world of a great creative mind. The wait staff were friendly going out of their way to help and those connected... More

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London, UK
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36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

What peace and quiet and what an amazing house. We knew nothing about the Bawa brothers but are now hooked and would love to go back to Sri Lanka to stay in the other hotels by Geoffrey Bawa. It was so hot during our stay there but fortunately you can use the swimming pool at Club Villa (sister hotel)

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Derby, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

Before arriving at Lunuganga for a three night stay we had read something of Bawa’s work but did not appreciate his status outside Sri Lanka. The point is Lunuganga is a lovely relaxed place to stay in its own right, everything else is a bonus and an opportunity. On our first day we had beautiful dawn boat trip on the... More

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London, United Kingdom
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3 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

To be a guest at Lunuganga was an incredibly rewarding experience. It is simply not enough to see it in the photos. One must physically experience moving up and down the different levels, the manipulated vistas, the relationships to the water, the skillful positioning of the various pavilions... Opportunities to stay in a place like this do not come round... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2013

We didn't stay here, but it is exquisite, and we were highly envious of the people who had found this idyllic haven of design and landscaped grounds, in a tranquil area with beautiful surroundings. Well worth a detour to visit - although make sure you plan out the route in advance - and I'm sure even better to stay here...

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2013

Visiting this most beautiful, charming and understated 'home' was a dream come true for me. It was such a privilege to be able to explore the magnificent gardens at leisure and to enjoy the lovely interiors of the house. Our dinner and breakfast were wonderful and the staff were so extremely hospitable. Even if you are not familiar with Bawa's... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 December 2012

We visited the Bawa Estate in 2011 for a garden tour and decided we would try staying in one of the rooms on our next holiday. We were not disappointed. As well as the obvious benefits of having the freedom to explore the enormous landscaped gardens alongside a beautiful lagoon, one can stay in a small number of individual rooms... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 August 2012

Renowned Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa's home and garden. In his home are six places of accomodation, which we didn't have a chance to try, but we saw them all. I'd rent any one of them in a heartbeat, even if they are w/o some modern amenities. The house and not least the incredible garden are marvels of beauty and tranquility,... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

This in many ways was the highlight of an extraordinary trip around Sri Lanka. The house and out-buildings are beautifully furnished, and the gardens are extraordinary. Staff were very charming and eager to help - the food was of the highest quality (and authentically Sri Lankan, so my companion assured me). Utterly peaceful, and very remote. We stayed in the... More

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Also Known As:
Lunuganga Hotel
Lunuganga Hotel Bentota
Address: Dedduwa Lake, Bentota, Sri Lanka
Region: Sri Lanka > Southern Province > Galle District > Bentota
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Hotel Class:4 star (4*)

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