A peaceful hideaway on the lagoon near Negombo
You’ll love the gentle lagoon breezes and the ease of slipping into coastal life.
Location
Tucked beside the tranquil waters of the Negombo Lagoon in the western part of Sri Lanka, just 30 minutes from Colombo, Villa Hundira feels like a quiet retreat that’s wonderfully easy to reach. You’re close enough to dip into the bustle of Negombo’s markets and beach cafés, but far enough to feel the stillness of the lagoon.
Rooms
There’s a relaxed, artistic spirit to the rooms here, each one individually styled with handcrafted furniture, collected artworks and a soft palette of natural tones. Whether you’re in a garden-view room or one of the spacious suites overlooking the lagoon, you’ll have air-conditioning, private ensuite bathrooms, and space to unwind. For families or longer stays, the Water View Suite is a lovely option with two bedrooms and a private terrace.
Amenities
There are two swimming pools to cool off in, tropical gardens dotted with hammocks, and open-air living spaces that feel more like someone’s home than a hotel. The Thimble craft workshop adds a lovely creative energy, and you can also take a kayak or paddle boat straight onto the lagoon.
Activities
Spend your days as gently or actively as you please; birdwatching at dawn, cycling along local trails, visiting temples or joining a Sri Lankan cooking session in the outdoor kitchen. A visit to the in-house crafts studio is a highlight, especially if you're travelling with children or enjoy hands-on creativity.
Sustainability
Villa Hundira was founded with a heartfelt vision - to provide a warm, beautiful space for guests, while supporting local women through the Thimble community project. The on-site studio employs and empowers women from nearby villages, offering skills training and creative work. When you stay here, you’re helping sustain that mission.
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When to go to Sri Lanka
Find out the best time to visit Sri Lanka with our month by month guide.
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January
January is the perfect time to visit different regions in Sri Lanka, temperatures will be warm and basking in sunshine, meaning the cultural triangle, beaches, national parks and hill country could all be visited during January. However, the central hills will be cooler than other regions due to their altitude.
February
February is much like January, with long sunny days and calm seas. Visitors travelling during this month have a higher chance of spotting sperm and blue whales.
March
March is considered the best time to visit the central hills, although cooler than other regions in Sri Lanka there is less chance of rains in March.
April
Typically April, is the hottest and driest month of the year, with temperatures exceeding 35 degrees if you're travelling to Golden Triangle regions. It is a great month to head to Sri Lanka's beautiful beaches, with clear skies and long sunny days.
- Top Tip: when sightseeing visit in the mornings and evenings as you will avoid the hottest part of the day.
May
In May, the south is humid and increasingly hot whilst hill country is cooler with a higher chance of rainfall. We recommend travelling to the North and east of the island during May witnessing the unique history and culture of Sri Lanka.
- Vesak Poya, takes place during the first full moon, celebrating the birth, enlightenment and death of Buddha.
June
During June, temperatures in the south continue to be increasingly hot and humid as the southwest monsoon blows through the country. Southern regions will experience short sharp showers which tend to pass quite quickly.
July
As the summer holidays commence in July, Sri Lanka is in peak season, with temperatures staying around 30 degrees all month. If you're looking to explore Sri Lanka and visit different areas July is a great time to visit.
August
In August, the warm days continue with temperatures remaining in the high twenties. All in all it is a great month to travel especially if you want to witness culture, between August and September the Kandy Perahera festival takes place, a grand procession celebrating the 'sacred tooth' of Buddha.
September
All in all September is a great month to travel especially if you want to witness culture, between August and September the Kandy Perahera festival takes place, a grand procession celebrating the 'sacred tooth' of Buddha.
October
October brings with it the monsoon rains which affect the whole country, in saying this the weather remains warm and sunny. The monsoon can be unpredictable, rains can be heavy, sporadic or not come at all it is impossible to forecast.
November
In November the monsoon continues, with conditions affecting the whole country.
December
During December the monsoon rains can continue, however the southern and western coasts dry out and become warm and dry. The monsoon rains, means during December the landscapes become lush and full, meaning it is a beautiful time to explore the more rural areas of Sri Lanka.
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