Àni Sri Lanka

YOUR STAY

The estate is made up of two main villas, Villa Monara and Villa Divia. That arrangement works particularly well when you're travelling with a large family or group of friends because everyone has somewhere to retreat to.

Villa Monara has eight rooms and suites, while Villa Divia has seven. Between them, you'll find Ocean Suites, Premier Suites, Classic Rooms and Family Suites, giving different parts of your group their own space.

The architecture takes inspiration from Sri Lanka, with open-air living areas, timber details and plenty of space for the sea breeze to come through. Large communal salas give everyone somewhere to gather without making the whole estate feel crowded.

Your room is a quieter affair. King-size beds, dressing areas, terraces and spacious bathrooms make it easy to slow down after a busy day.

And then there are the views. From breakfast in the morning to drinks later in the evening, the Indian Ocean is never far from sight.

LIFE BY THE OCEAN

You don't have to go far to find something to do. The estate sits directly beside the coast, so a swim in the sea or a few hours on the beach could easily become the plan for the day.

For something more active, take a paddleboard or kayak out onto the water. Snorkelling gives you another way to spend an hour or two, particularly when you want to cool down after time in the sun.

The tennis court is another option. Play a few sets in the morning, take a break for lunch and come back later when the temperature drops.

If you'd rather explore beyond the estate, the team can help arrange local excursions and cultural experiences. Sri Lanka has plenty to see, from temples and villages to wildlife and the coastline around the southern part of the island.

Of course, you might decide none of that is necessary. Sometimes the best plan is a pool, a book and nowhere you need to be.

WELLNESS & RELAXATION

Wellness is built into the daily rhythm at ÀNI Sri Lanka. The private spa suite gives you somewhere to slow down, with treatments available throughout your stay.

A massage could be the first thing you do after arriving. Later in the week, perhaps you'll try an Ayurvedic treatment or book something after a morning at the beach.

The yoga pavilion looks out towards the ocean, giving you a peaceful setting for a morning session. Meditation and other wellness activities can also be arranged around your schedule.

When you want something more energetic, the fitness centre is there for you. Personal training could be arranged too, so you can keep to your usual routine while you're away.

Then again, relaxation doesn't always need a treatment. Find a lounger, get in the pool and let the afternoon disappear.

FOOD & DRINKS

Meals are arranged around your group, rather than a fixed hotel timetable. A private chef prepares the food, with menus shaped around what you enjoy and any dietary requirements.

Start with breakfast while the estate is still quiet. Lunch might be something light after a swim, while dinner could become a longer affair with everyone sitting down together.

Sri Lankan flavours naturally feature in the menus, alongside international dishes and fresh local ingredients. You could keep things casual one evening and make the next dinner more of an occasion.

Drinks are taken care of too, with wines, spirits and cocktails available throughout your stay.

Perhaps you'll have dinner outside and stay at the table long after the plates have been cleared. With the ocean in front of you, there isn't much reason to hurry.

ENTERTAINMENT & EVENINGS

There is plenty to keep the group together when you come back from the beach.

Two large infinity pools give you space to swim, while the games and media sala offers a change of pace when you want to get out of the sun. Play billiards, try shuffleboard or put something on Apple TV.

Families have their own options too, including a children's pool and water slide. Younger guests could spend hours there while everyone else finds a quieter corner of the estate.

Fancy a game of tennis? The private floodlit court means you don't have to wait for a particular time of day.

As evening arrives, move outside for a film beneath the stars. The open-air cinema gives you a simple way to end the day without leaving the estate.

PRIVACY & SERVICE

ÀNI Sri Lanka is reserved for one group at a time, so you aren't sharing the estate with other guests. That makes the five-acre setting feel very different from a conventional resort.

A dedicated team looks after the practical side of your stay, including chefs, butlers, wellness staff and estate management. You can ask for help with activities, meals, treatments or local trips whenever you need it.

The idea is that you don't have to spend your holiday organising everything yourself. Someone could arrange a cooking class while another part of your group is having a massage. Later, everyone could meet for dinner.

Airport transfers from Colombo can also be arranged, taking care of the journey between the airport and the estate.

Once you're settled in, the days are yours. Go out and explore Sri Lanka, spend hours beside the pool or stay close to the ocean from morning until night.